GGC News

‘Unsettled” Harless outlines lingering effects of the pandemic on rail transportation
After discussing lasting effects of the pandemic that cause the economy to be ‘unsettled’, Chairman Harless focused on issues primarily related to the rail transportation industry.
Leading up to the pandemic relations between class I railroads and labor unions were already stressed due to the staff reductions related to precision scheduled railroading (PSR) implementation. As the pandemic unfolded, rail freight was reduced, employees were furloughed, and equipment was parked. “Contract negotiations,…

Matthew Jensen relays BNSF’s challenges and plans going forward
During his keynote speech to Golden Growers members, Matt Jensen discussed problems the railroad has experienced recently. “Frequent and Extreme winter weather has resulted in slower train speeds, longer car dwell at terminals, the need for additional locomotives, and reduced work productivity.”
BNSF is very experienced with winter conditions. “Winter conditions are tough, but we believe we are better than any railroad in winter operations.” He relayed how they prepare their locomotives…

Directors Elected, Amendment Approved, Retired Directors Honored
GGC members approved a proposed bylaw amendment to change minimum income to be allocated to Method A pool members from 25% to 15%.
Golden Growers members also elected directors for three-year terms. They include: Brady Koehl, of Hancock, MN as At-Large Director; Nicolas Pyle of Casselton, ND for the Central District; and Richard Bot of Minneota, MN for the South District. David Kragnes of Felton, MN was elected for the North District for a two-year term.
At the 2024 Annual Meeting, directors…
Events
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GGC Board of Directors Meeting
June 15 -
GGC Board of Directors Meeting
September 14 -
Last Day to Change Annual Delivery Method
December 10