Jeff Lakner of Wessington, South Dakota was inducted into the South Dakota Cooperative Hall of Fame on Monday, August 3, 2026, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Jeff served two decades on the board of directors for Agtegra Cooperative, helping guide one of the largest farmer-owned cooperatives in the United States through periods of significant growth, modernization and strategic investment.
As part of its ongoing commitment to strengthening food security in rural communities, Agtegra Cooperative has provided financial support to 27 food pantries across North Dakota and South Dakota.
