In this episode of The Founder’s Table, I sit down with Amy Yoder — CEO of Global Crop Solutions, sixth-generation farmer, and nationally respected leader in modern agriculture.

Amy has spent over 30 years shaping agribusiness — from fertilizer and crop technology to sustainability and soil health — helping farmers improve yields, efficiency, and long-term land stewardship. Her leadership spans startups, global enterprises, and industry turnarounds, all rooted in a mission to help farming remain profitable and sustainable.

We explore:

• How growing up on a sixth-generation farm shaped Amy’s leadership philosophy

• Why she shifted from hands-on farming to innovation and executive roles

• What sustainability and profitability really look like when working with growers

• The agriculture innovations that will reshape the next decade

• The role of technology in bridging environmental goals and operational realities

• How Global Crop Solutions builds teams, partnerships, and strategic collaboration

• Hiring trends and workforce challenges in agriculture

• What scaling a dual-impact ag company truly requires

• Amy’s perspective on leadership, legacy, and the future of the industry

Connect with Amy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-yoder-24a37111/

Amy’s journey is a powerful example of how purpose, innovation, and people-first leadership can transform an entire sector.