Farm Manager

Farmers National Company; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-owned ESOP

Industry-leading reputation

Competitive compensation

Professional development and growth

Job summary

Farmers National Company in Rochester, MN seeks a Farm Manager to serve absentee and operating landowners, guiding the management of agricultural properties and delivering outstanding service and results.

You'll build relationships with landowners and operators, develop annual farm plans and budgets, oversee leases, supervise farm operations, and coordinate reporting to clients while traveling regionally about 60% of the time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Agriculture, Business, or related field.
• Associate degree plus 4+ years of relevant experience.
• High school diploma/GED plus 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional agricultural experience.
• Knowledge of crop production, farm operations, land management, and agricultural business practices.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and customer service skills.
• Sound judgment and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Real Estate Associate License or ability to obtain within the first year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with landowners, operators, and other professionals to understand client objectives.
• Review and evaluate farm properties and identify opportunities for improved performance.
• Develop annual farm plans and operating budgets.
• Recommend projects to enhance profitability, conservation, and land stewardship.
• Manage lease agreements and work with operators to support farm operations.
• Process and review farm income and expenses and assist clients with questions.
• Coordinate soil analysis reviews, seed and fertilizer purchases, crop inspections, and harvest estimates.
• Gather and analyze land sale and lease data for market evaluation.
• Collaborate with accounting teams to deliver client reports and service.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate regularly with clients.

Skills

Professional agricultural experience

Crop production knowledge

Farm operations knowledge

Land management knowledge

Communication and customer service

Driver's license

Real Estate license or ability to obt.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Business, or related field

Associate degree +4+ years of relevant experience

High school diploma/GED +8+ years of relevant experience

Job description

Farm Manager - Rochester, MN

Join the Industry Leader in Farm Management

For nearly 100 years, Farmers National Company (FNC) has been the nation's leading farm and ranch management company, helping landowners preserve, protect, and maximize the value of their agricultural assets. As an employee-owned company (ESOP), we are committed to providing exceptional service while creating meaningful career opportunities for our team members.

We are seeking a Farm Manager to join our Southeast Minnesota territory. This role is ideal for an agricultural professional who enjoys building relationships, working directly with landowners and operators, and helping clients achieve the goals they have for their farms and ranches.

What You’ll Do

As a Farm Manager, you'll serve as a trusted advisor to absentee and non-operating landowners, overseeing the management of agricultural properties and ensuring clients receive outstanding service and results.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with landowners, operators, agricultural professionals, and community influencers
• Review and evaluate farm and ranch properties to understand client objectives and identify opportunities for improved performance
• Develop annual farm plans and operating budgets
• Recommend projects and improvements that enhance profitability, conservation, and land stewardship
• Manage lease agreements and work closely with operators to support successful farm operations
• Process and review farm income and expenses while assisting clients with account and budget questions
• Conduct soil analysis reviews, coordinate seed and fertilizer purchases, and complete crop inspections and harvest estimates
• Gather and analyze comparable land sales and lease data for market evaluation purposes
• Collaborate with administrative and accounting teams to deliver professional reporting and exceptional client service
• Maintain accurate records and communicate regularly with clients regarding property performance and goals

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Business, or a related field preferred
  • Associate degree plus 4+ years of relevant experience considered
  • High school diploma/GED plus 8+ years of relevant experience considered
• Minimum of 2 years of professional agricultural experience
• Knowledge of crop production, farm operations, land management, and agricultural business practices
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and customer service skills
• Sound judgment and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing circumstances
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Real Estate Associate License or ability to obtain within the first year of employment

Travel Requirements

• Frequent regional travel (approximately 60%) to visit properties, meet with clients and operators, and attend company and industry events

Why Farmers National Company?

• Employee-owned company (ESOP)
• Industry-leading reputation and stability
• Opportunity to build strong client relationships and make a direct impact on agricultural operations
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Professional development and growth opportunities

Farmers National Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.