ADAMS COUNTY — CHS, Inc. announced in a July 14 press release that Adams County Fire Protection District #5 will receive $10,000 to replace older hydraulic extrication tools through the CHS Seeds for Stewardship program.

“The CHS Seeds for Stewardship grant allows us to replace aging rescue equipment with state-of-the-art battery-operated equipment,” said Gary Lebacken, Adams County Fire District #5 fire chief in the release. “The new equipment eliminates the cumbersome setup of hydraulic hoses and motors, therefore enabling us to swiftly deliver vital medical aid to victims. Our updated equipment elevates our capabilities and allows us to better serve our community.”

According to the press release, the CHS Seeds for Stewardship program supports organizations and projects that are focused on safety, agricultural education and strengthening and uplifting hometown communities. The release stated that since 2019, CHS agriculture retail and feed mill locations have donated more than $803,000 to local communities and organizations through the program.

For more information on CHS and the Seeds for Stewardship program, visit www.chsinc.com.