Running a farm operation requires hard work and big investment. When it’s time to upgrade your facilities, the more streamlined and cost-effective the process, the better. That’s where your local Co-op comes in.
From start to finish, Co-op is here to help bring your farm build to life. It all begins with a visit to our Farm Building Plans page. There, you’ll find a collection of farm structure blueprints for shops and machinery storage, barns, livestock shelters, hay storage and specialty buildings like riding arenas, commercial buildings, airplane hangars and more. All plans can be modified to suit your specific needs.
Once you’ve selected a building plan, you can request a quote right on our website, and a Co-op expert will promptly respond. Alternatively, you can reach out directly to your local Co-op Home or Agro Centre and schedule a consultation.
“We have a wide pool of experts that have invaluable knowledge to assist with determining what is going to work best for the client – to not only meet their expectations, but exceed them,” explains Venus McLellan, home consultant for the Saskatoon Co-op Home Centre on Avenue C.
From the design stage, Co-op can act as your general contractor, seeing the project through to completion.
“We have subcontractors that are vetted to the strictest standards to ensure clients are getting the best value for their dollar,” McLellan adds. “I provide full project management from start to finish, including scheduling, budgets, site inspections, receipt management and complete troubleshooting.”
Co-op also has all the building materials you’ll need to get the job done – from lumber and concrete to siding, roofing and doors. By sourcing materials from Co-op, you’ll save time, energy and money. We’re a one-stop-shop for all your farm build needs.
To give additional food for thought, Co-op will be showcasing a farm building at Ag in Motion, which takes place in Langham, Sask. each summer. The Co-op farm building models a typical farm shop, complete with pallets of canola seed, private brand crop protection products and Co-op feed. Co-op grain bins, a selection of augers and conveyors and fuel and lubricant storage options round out the yard.
“We’ve received great feedback from numerous attendees with regards to the farm barn that was constructed in 2023,” says Chad Richmond, Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) Senior Retail Operations Advisor, Lumber.
“Ag in Motion really showcases our Co-op full suite of offerings. Whether you require fuel for equipment, crop inputs, tasty eats or a barn, we’re here to help you to the best of our capabilities.”
If you need further incentive to choose Co-op for your farm build, Richmond notes the equity benefits that come with being a co-operative member.
“It’s a great opportunity for any individual or business pursuing a project of this nature to sign up and join in on the member experience with any of our amazing associations throughout Western Canada,” he says.
For more information, please visit our Farm Building Plans page or contact your local Co-op Home or Agro Centre today.