Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Agronomy & Energy Partner in Central Minnesota
Mid-County Coop was founded in 1935 as a petroleum product supplier for Carver County and has grown into a diversified cooperative serving agricultural, commercial, and residential customers. We specialize in agronomy, fuels, propane, lubricants, and heavy truck repair services, operating Holiday Station Stores in Cologne and Waverly, Minnesota. Our cooperative structure allows patrons to earn dividends on purchases, reflecting our commitment to customer ownership and community service. Over decades, we have expanded through strategic acquisitions and now serve nine metro-area counties with a focus on innovation and reliability. Our agronomy division provides crop management, seed selection, and variable-rate technology solutions, while our energy department offers premium fuels and lubricants tailored to modern equipment needs.The truck center features ASE-certified technicians and state-of-the-art alignment equipment for heavy-duty vehicle maintenance. We maintain seasonal and year-round operational hours across departments, ensuring consistent service availability. Our team includes experienced professionals like Agronomy Manager Wade Ferguson and Energy Manager Quay Zander, who bring technical expertise to every customer interaction. Headquartered in Cologne, Minnesota, we serve Carver, McLeod, Sibley, Scott, Hennepin, Anoka, Ramsey, Washington, and Wright counties with locally tailored solutions. Our history of community reinvestment and adaptation to industry changes demonstrates our enduring commitment to honesty, integrity, and value-driven service since 1935.
Services
Agronomy Services
Crop Protection
Seed Supply
Heavy Truck Repair
Propane Delivery
Diesel Fuels
Lubricants
Holiday Convenience Stores
DOT Inspections
Variable Rate Technology
Details
- Year established: 1935
Highlights and features
- We offer 90+ years of agricultural expertise through our agronomy division
- Our ASE-certified technicians use state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment
- We provide 24/7 fuel availability at strategically located stations
- Our cooperative structure returns value to customers through annual dividends
- We maintain a comprehensive inventory of agricultural chemicals and seeds
Services
Agronomy Services
Mid-County Coop's agronomy division provides comprehensive crop management solutions including variable-rate fertilizer application, soil analysis, and precision agriculture technology. Our experienced team offers seed selection from top suppliers like LG and Croplan, along with aerial application services using helicopter equipment. We specialize in creating customized planting programs that maximize crop yields through advanced data mapping and field analysis techniques.
Heavy Truck Repair
Our ASE-certified technicians perform heavy truck repairs and maintenance using Hunter alignment machines and computer diagnostics. Services include brake system inspections, engine diagnostics, and DOT-certified inspections for commercial vehicles. The truck center maintains hundreds of replacement tires in stock and offers specialized repair services for construction equipment, tractor-trailers, and emergency vehicles with after-hours service availability.
Propane Delivery
We offer residential and commercial propane delivery with flexible payment programs including budget plans and scheduled deliveries. Our energy division provides tank leasing options with professional installation and safety inspections. The service includes 24/7 emergency refills and specialized propane solutions for agricultural operations, with electronic tank monitoring systems to prevent supply interruptions during critical usage periods.
Diesel Fuels
Mid-County Coop supplies premium diesel fuels meeting EPA Tier 4 standards with biodiesel blends ranging from 5-20% depending on season. Our energy division offers on-road and off-road diesel with additives that improve fuel efficiency and equipment performance. We provide bulk delivery services to agricultural and construction clients while maintaining retail fuel islands with E15, E30, and E85 ethanol blends at convenient highway locations.
Lubricants
Our lubricant services include bulk and packaged engine oils, hydraulic fluids, and transmission lubricants for agricultural and commercial equipment. We offer both Cenex-branded and private-label products with delivery options for large-scale operations. The department provides specialized lubrication solutions for farm machinery, construction equipment, and automotive repair shops, with technical support for selecting appropriate viscosity grades and additive packages.
People
Wade Ferguson
Agronomy Manager
Wade Ferguson leads Mid-County Coop's agronomy division with over 20 years of agricultural experience. He specializes in seed selection and variable-rate technology implementation for local farmers.
Quay Zander
Energy Manager
Quay Zander manages the energy division with expertise in fuel distribution and lubricant solutions. He oversees Mid-County's premium diesel and propane delivery operations across nine Minnesota counties.
Corey Eischens
Shop Foreman
Corey Eischens supervises heavy truck repair services as shop foreman. His team of ASE-certified technicians provides DOT inspections and maintenance for commercial fleets and agricultural equipment.
Questions
What agronomy services does Mid-County Coop offer?
We provide crop management, seed supply, fertilizer application, soil analysis, and aerial spraying services using variable-rate technology for precision agriculture.
Do you offer diesel fuel with biodiesel blends?
Yes, our diesel fuels contain 5-20% biodiesel depending on season, meeting Minnesota's environmental regulations for agricultural and commercial vehicle use.
Are your truck repair services DOT-certified?
Yes, our ASE-certified technicians perform state-approved DOT inspections for heavy trucks and trailers at our Cologne facility.
What payment options are available for propane purchases?
We offer budget programs, scheduled deliveries, contract pricing, and pay-as-you-go options for residential and commercial propane customers.
Do you provide lubricants for agricultural equipment?
Yes, we supply bulk and packaged engine oils, hydraulic fluids, and transmission lubricants suitable for farm machinery and construction equipment.
What are your Holiday Station Store hours?
Our Cologne store is open daily from 5 AM to 10 PM, with extended Saturday hours starting at 6 AM and Sunday hours beginning at 7 AM.
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Reviews (3)
Paulie Boy
Mar 06, 2022
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Worst company ever. Full of lies and ad attitude. Fueled my house and overflowed and got fuel everywhere. Also don't think they have me as much as they said because it was no where close on my gauge the next time they came.
Jake Determan
Apr 13, 2019
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Bought some Kerosene from these nice people. Very friendly and helpful. This was a clean and quick deal. In and out fast.
Tamara Bracht
Feb 08, 2019
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We absolutely adore everyone at Mid-County. They are all very kind, curtious, and always willing to help.
