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Berrien Springs Today
By the People, for the People
GreenStone Farm Credit Pays Record $125M in Patronage Returns
Cooperative celebrates 21 years of sharing profits with member-owners
Mar. 9, 2026 at 5:37pm
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GreenStone Farm Credit Services, a member-owned cooperative, is providing a record-breaking $125 million in Patronage returns to its farmer members this year. This marks over $1.2 billion the cooperative has given back to its members over the past 21 consecutive years through its Patronage program.
Why it matters
As a cooperative, GreenStone's Patronage program directly benefits its member-owners, allowing them to share in the organization's financial success. This reinforces GreenStone's commitment to serving rural communities and supporting the hard work of its farmer members.
The details
GreenStone, which has branches in Southwest Michigan, will be hosting Patronage Day events on March 18 to celebrate the $125 million in returns. The events will include refreshments, giveaways, and the distribution of Patronage checks to members.
- GreenStone has provided Patronage returns to its members for 21 consecutive years.
- The $125 million in Patronage returns this year marks a new record for the cooperative.
- GreenStone will be hosting Patronage Day events on March 18, 2026 to celebrate the returns.
The players
GreenStone Farm Credit Services
A member-owned cooperative that provides financial services to farmers and rural communities.
Travis Jones
President and CEO of GreenStone Farm Credit Services.
What they’re saying
“Patronage is a direct result of shared success with our members, and an opportunity for us to celebrate our gratitude for their unwavering dedication and hard work.”
— Travis Jones, President and CEO
“We are thrilled to celebrate this milestone with our members. It truly is a testament to the relationships we have built with our members, and we look forward to showing our appreciation for them through our Patronage Day events.”
— Travis Jones, President and CEO
What’s next
GreenStone will be hosting Patronage Day events at its local branches in Southwest Michigan on March 18, 2026 to distribute the $125 million in Patronage returns to its member-owners.
The takeaway
GreenStone's Patronage program demonstrates the value of cooperative business models, where profits are shared directly with member-owners. This reinforces GreenStone's commitment to supporting the rural farming communities it serves.
