To meet the growing needs of their regional customer base, Logan Agri-Service, Inc. partnered with AGI to expand their liquid fertilizer capabilities in Knox City, Missouri. The result is a fully modernized, high-efficiency terminal that reflects the latest in agricultural infrastructure and automation. Completed in just four months, the facility is a model of precision, speed, and operational excellence.

Meeting Regional Demand with Scalable Infrastructure

Logan Agri-Service operates five retail locations and four warehouses across western Illinois and northeastern Missouri. As demand for liquid fertilizer and crop protection products increased, their existing infrastructure could no longer keep pace. The goal was to transform the Knox City site into a fully operational liquid fertilizer and chemical terminal that could deliver consistent high-quality service with minimal labor and maximum efficiency.

Empowering Logan Agri-Service with Advanced Fertilizer Solutions

Equipment Spotlight: Precision Weigh Tank

At the core of the terminal’s performance is the AGI precision weigh tank. Engineered for accuracy and automation, it ensures every batch is blended to exact specifications, supporting hands-free operation and real-time product tracking.

Key Features:

• 250-gallon capacity
• Blending of up to 20 liquid ingredients
• Automated hand-add station with digital readout
• Three-way recycle load-out valve
• Jug rinse station with foot-activated control
• Emergency shutoff float
• Rinse nozzle system
• Air blow flush system

The Knox City terminal is designed for high throughput and minimal labor. With the ability to process 125 tons of fertilizer per day and handle 3–4 trucks per hour, the facility operates with just 1–2 operators thanks to AGI’s advanced automation.