Minnesota-based First District Association is a dairy cooperative serving 560 producer- members and converting millions of pounds of milk each day into cheese and whey products for domestic and export markets.
Success stories
We're proud of the impact CoBank makes across rural America.
Agribusiness
Digital infrastructure
i3 Broadband expands high‑speed fiber internet across underserved Midwest and Northeast communities in the U.S., partnering with CoBank to fuel growth and future‑ready connectivity.
Disaster relief
Electric distribution
Satilla REMC restored power after Hurricane Helene with rapid mobilization and critical support from CoBank, helping the co‑op rebuild and advance its broadband project.
Farm Credit
Farm Credit of Western Kansas supports generations of farmers with reliable financing, strong community partnerships and long‑standing collaboration with CoBank.
Leasing
Power, energy and utilities
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The Bellefield solar and battery project in California expands renewable capacity with major support from CoBank, helping AES Clean Energy meet rising demand from data centers and utilities.
Rural communities face unique challenges and opportunities. Through CoBank's Rural Prosperity Grant Program, Local First Arizona is helping entrepreneurs, nonprofits and community leaders create solutions tailored to local needs.
Sustainability
CoBank supports the Great Outdoors Foundation in advancing nature-based solutions that improve water quality, restore ecosystems, and build climate resilience across Iowa.
Water and waste disposal
Quadvest expands from a small family utility to one of Texas’ fastest‑growing private water companies, partnering with CoBank to fund major infrastructure growth.
Social impact