What is AgRail?
AgRail is a high-speed rail-loading facility built in the fall of 1999 by a joint venture of eight Central Illinois country grain elevators. The facility originates corn bushels by truck and then ships shuttle trains to domestic destinations and Mexico. We also work with various industries, helping them solve their transportation needs.
From whom does AgRail buy grain?
AgRail buys grain from country elevators and farmers.
What does AgRail have to offer its customers?
AgRail has many things to offer. Including:
- Fast dumping – minimal truck lines.
- Simple, straight forward grain marketing alternatives.
- Access to cash bids in the format you want – by phone, fax, or e-mail.
- Quick payment – either by ACH or check mailed the day after your grain is unloaded.
What kind of equipment do I need to deliver my grain to AgRail?
AgRail accepts grain from tarped semi trailers and grain trucks.
What is the destination of the rail cars loaded at AgRail?
Currently AgRail is shipping 10 to 100 car train units to markets in Texas, Mexico, Arkansas, Illinois, and various states on the east coast. Potential buyers of our grain include Pilgrims Pride, Tyson Foods, Wayne Poultry, ConAgra Foods, Cargill, ADM, and numerous other processing and poultry destinations.
How can I sell my grain to AgRail?
Please call AgRail at (309) 828-8600 or (800) 511-3555 and we will set up your account.