For over 70 years, BARD Materials has been an area leader in the ready mix concrete industry. Established in 1946 as a small ... sand and gravel company in Dyersville, Iowa, BARD grew to become one of the first ready-mix providers in the region. While the company has grown and evolved over the course of its history, the people of BARD Materials have always been committed to “Transforming Materials Responsibly to Build Better Lives, Communities, and Country” – a commitment that remains to this day. read more