1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 Show Highlights: Key hurdles for ag co-ops today, plus top differentiators. [04:04] How co-ops can evolve beyond assets to a farmer-support model. [07:17] Does farm consolidation outpace operational change? [09:29] Why patronage “and” broader shared co-op value can coexist. [14:34] Why are there so few closed deals despite M&amp;amp;A chatter? [20:30] Differentiating mega-local and regional/federated co-ops. [23:30] Strategies for successful co-op mergers and integration. [29:35] How to foster a strong board–management partnership. [38:36] New vs. experienced board member roles, and legacy in ag. [42:04] Carl Dickinson’s post-retirement chapter helping co-ops. [45:56] Connect with Carl Dickinson on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/carl-dickinson-09725b36/. If you are interested in connecting with Joe, go to LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joemosher/, or schedule a call at www.moshercg.com. The Pacesetter Pod https://www.moshercg.com/ <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/40243840/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/a0927c/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/content/199011730