FAQ's:

This is a merger between Ceres Solutions and Co-Alliance Cooperative, Inc. who have mutually decided to join forces. Both are strong cooperatives that bring value and will be well represented in the new organization.  

It will be finalized on March 1, 2024 and for tax and accounting purposes will be retroactive to Sept. 1, 2023.  

The boards of directors for both companies have chosen to name the new organization: Keystone Cooperative.

Kevin Still is the President & Chief Executive Officer and Jeff Troike & Scott Logue will serve as Executive Vice Presidents.

The new cooperative is headquartered out of Indianapolis, IN. We will continue to have operations and staff at multiple sites within the expanded footprint to allow for effective communication and collaboration across the organization.

All existing patron equities in either Ceres Solutions or Co-Alliance shall transfer on a dollar-for-dollar basis into the new cooperative.

Patronage levels are anticipated to remain strong & consistent with past practices. Patronage going forward will be determined by the new Keystone Board of Directors.

The natural geographic fit of Ceres Solutions, Co-Alliance, & Endeavor should provide very little disruption to our locations and field staff serving you. Our mutual expectation is for the merger to provide an improved customer experience moving forward.

All existing business agreements will be honored under the terms of those agreements. In a merger all assets, liabilities and contractual responsibilities transfer into the new company.