Crete ready mix is a corporation of Beatrice Concrete Company. Beatrice Concrete Company was founded in 1944 and developed by Everett R. Jones and J.W. Lawler. They remained involved in this company until 1983. In 1983 the current owners incorporated Beatrice Concrete Company. The new owners did not change much because they were happy with the productivity and revenue. Beatrice Concrete Company, Inc currently operates throughout southeastern Nebraska with ready mix plant facilities in Beatrice, Crete, Fairbury, Adams, Tecumseh, and Highway 2. Beatrice Concrete Company is a producer of sand & gravel, and crushed rock at various mining locations.

Beatrice Concrete Company, Inc has over a 65-year record of service to the surrounding communities and currently employs 95 employees. Beatrice Concrete Company, Inc is dedicated to the development of Beatrice and the surrounding area by producing high quality products and providing timely, reliable, and courteous service.

Tom Busboom is the Manager of the Crete plant for the past 35 years. He has a dedicated staff and has completed every job started in the time specs.