The farm’s rich legacy began when Hector Cournoyer laid its foundations in the 1920s. His bold, visionary son Germain followed in his footsteps, working hard to take the business to new heights. Germain split up his assets in 2023 and founded Les Cultures Gervanced, Inc. After he passed away, his son Yvan took the reins with equal pride and determination. He now runs the business with his son Cédric, upholding this great family tradition with passion and dedication as did generations past. Les Cultures Gervanced Inc. and Ferme Brouillard & Cournoyer Inc. grow 3,000 acres of crops annually (45% corn, 40% soy and 15% wheat) and rear 75,000 broiler chickens per production period.
Yvan and Cédric eventually decided it was time to become self-sufficient and manage every step of their grain harvest, from storage to marketing, using state-of-the-art equipment.
Goals:
- Anticipate future challenges to ensure the longevity of grain facilities
- Increase storage capacity so harvests can be sold at the right time
- Dry grain more quickly at a low cost while enhancing its quality
- Automate and accelerate handling to minimize losses and labour costs
- Remotely control the grain system to maximize available time and operational efficiency
CASA Drying and Storage Solution:
- Four GSI EVO™ 50 48’ grain bins with 13 sections and 2,000-ton capacity
- Two conical GSI FCHT 24’ grain bins with 9 sections and 380-ton capacity
- One 24” dry grain elevator, 110’ high, 5,600 bushels per hour (BPH) capacity
- One 24” wet grain elevator, 105’ high, 5,600 BPH capacity
- One 36” wet grain elevator, 105’ high, 10,000 BPH capacity
- One Strahl FR 7000-6 grain dryer, 35 tons/h capacity
- One round-bottom conveyor with receiving pit, 10,000 BPH capacity
- One 85’ round-bottom conveyor, 5,000 BPH capacity
- One 50’ round-bottom conveyor, 5,000 BPH capacity
- One 15’ flat-bottom conveyor, 3,000 BPH capacity
- One conical grain bin on an 80-ton structure
- One End Zone (EZ) panel and one panel to control the Strahl grain dryer
- One OPI Blue monitoring cable system (with fan control tools)
Benefits of Selected Products
The facility is essentially powered by a Strahl FR 7000-6 grain dryer. This Canadian-made high-tech dryer recovers waste heat to reduce gas consumption. What’s more, its 35 tons/hour processing capacity ensures quick, uniform drying for optimal grain weight and quality. In short, it offers peak performance!
The large GSI grain bins protect harvests against humidity and weather fluctuations, while the sturdy, efficient conveyors and elevators move grain seamlessly without any loss.
Thanks to the OPI Blue system, the farmers can remotely monitor grain bin temperature and humidity levels to maintain consistent quality. Last but not least, the EZ Control panels centralize operations in a simple, high-precision interface.
With all these assets, the Cournoyer family can reduce operating costs, improve stored grain quality and ensure the long-term profitability of their farming business.
Comptoir Agricole Ste-Anne Inc. (CASA) – 50 Years of Innovation
Comptoir Agricole Ste-Anne has been in operation since 1975, standing out as a reliable partner for sound grain management. It manufactures, sells and installs equipment to meet grain storage, handling and processing needs—from EZ Control panels and OPI Blue management systems to grain bins, elevators, dryers, conveyors, grain augers and more.
Commonly known as CASA, the company has built a team of 200 expert employees and subcontractors for the high season over the years, who are dedicated to helping Canadian farmers maximize their profitability through premium products adapted to their needs.
CASA manufactures and assembles its equipment in Repentigny, on the North Shore of Montreal. Thanks to its impressive equipment inventory and closeness to customers, the company provides reactive service with a human touch and is always ready to promptly deliver and install the equipment farmers need. Its after-sales service is just as speedy and efficient!
Farmers can rely on CASA’s expertise for professional maintenance and repair services as well as project management, from needs analysis to installation. This forward-thinking company offers sustainable, profitable solutions that can respond to the challenges ahead. Through its innovations, CASA stands out as a key player in the farming industry, not only in Quebec but also in the Maritimes, Eastern Ontario and Western Canada.
