Hall of Fame

The Hall of Fame is important for recognizing the contributions of co-op pioneers and honoring those that have gone “above and beyond the call” in advancing the cooperative philosophy. The showcase display at the Kansas State Fairgrounds in Hutchinson, Kansas also plays a significant role in educating others about the uniqueness of the cooperative business model by highlighting the achievements of our state’s great co-op leaders and preserving our co-op history.

The Kansas Cooperative Council is proud to sponsor the Kansas Cooperative Hall of Fame. Since it was established in 1999, fifty-six cooperators from all types of cooperatives have been inducted into the Kansas Cooperative Hall of Fame. Each year, the Council asks for nominations for additional inductees. Please click on the application document below for more information on the process.

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We are excited to announce the 2025 Cooperative Hall of Fame inductees: Bruce Krehbiel of Pratt and Vance Westhusin of Hays.

These distinguished individuals have made lasting contributions to our industry and communities, and we look forward to honoring them during the 2026 Annual Meeting in Wichita, Kansas, on March 18, 2026.

Please join us in congratulating Bruce and Vance on their well-deserved recognition and upcoming induction!