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Our operating results could be adversely affected if our members were to do business with others rather than with us. We participate in highly competitive business markets in which we may not be able to continue to compete successfully. Changes in federal income tax laws or in our tax status could increase our tax liability and reduce our net income. We incur significant costs in complying with applicable laws and regulations. Any failure to make the capital investments necessary to comply with these laws and regulations could expose us to financial liability. Environmental liabilities could adversely affect our results and financial condition. Actual or perceived quality, safety or health risks associated with our products could subject us to liability and damage our business and reputation. Our operations are subject to business interruptions and casualty losses; we do not insure against all potential losses and could be seriously harmed by unexpected liabilities. Our cooperative structure limits our ability to access equity capital. Consolidation among the producers of products we purchase and customers for products we sell could adversely affect our revenues and operating results. If our customers choose alternatives to our refined petroleum products our revenues and profits may decline. Operating results from our agronomy business could be volatile and are dependent upon certain factors outside of our control.

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