United Cooperative buys Marquis’ Necedah, Wisconsin, ethanol facility

In Wisconsin, Marquis and United Cooperative announced the sale of Marquis’ Necedah, Wisconsin, ethanol facility to United Cooperative. The facility will operate under the new name of United Energy Necedah LLC. The asset sale will be effective May 31, 2024, ensuring a seamless transition for grain customers and staff.

The Necedah facility, which procures 36,000,000 bushels of regionally-grown corn annually, is a vital asset to the local community’s agricultural landscape. With an annual production capacity of 100 million gallons of ethanol, along with DDGs, high-protein animal feed, and corn oil, the facility plays a vital role in supporting regional economies and meeting market demand. The ethanol facility employs more than 50 staff members and will continue to provide exceptional market access and service within the trade territory.