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4 If You Build It , They Will Come
How two Iowa brothers helped major league baseball ’ s Field of Dreams game become a reality
7 Growing Together
Shareholder zone meetings bring sharper focus on open mindsets and future growth in the System
10 Relationships Key to Future Ag Retail Growth
A closer look at the strong trend among farmers toward technological growth , and how consolidation will change the business outlook
12 Planting the Seed of Hope
How two Iowa FS companies are helping fight cancer through pink soybeans
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14 A Perfect Pair
How GROWMARK interns are spurring innovation throughout the System
18 GROWMARK System Women Outdoor Show Managers Get It Done
Neither rain nor heat nor muddy parking lots stop these GROWMARK and FS women from delivering wow-worthy FS experiences at outdoor farm shows .
21 Southern States is Playing to Win
How Southern States is using the Play to Win business model at 80 of their locations , identifying new opportunities for growth and efficiency
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24 A Good Impression
GROWMARK Printing thrives amid digital revolution
26 Keeping it in the Family
How one family brings their passion for agriculture to FS customers across Ohio
28 County Farm Centre GROWs into New Location
The Hamilton Road location is efficient in layout , location , and technology .
30 Illinois Dairy Operation Takes a Win with FS Wheat Variety
How this family operation is winning with outside help from one of their own