Andrew is a regional sales lead at Keystone Cooperative based out of Michigan. He gives great insight as to what some key characteristics are within a sales position as well as explains his process for recruiting and hiring great people. We talk specifically about his interview process, and how he tries to focus more on having a conversation with the candidate rather than asking specific interview questions.

Andrew looks for people with great communication skills, integrity and a passion for continual learning. Having a background in chemistry and education, he provides unique insight on his transition into the ag industry; but also points out that if you are good with people and willing to learn, you can be successful in agriculture. Hope you enjoy!

Check out this interview with Callie Curley, the Executive Director of Marketing at the Indiana Farm Bureau. Through this conversation, Callie tells us about her experiences growing up in the ag industry, and what led her to have an interest in marketing and communication. We learn about several positions that Callie has held, and how she made the decisions to transition from one position to the next.

Callie provides great insight for anyone interested in working within marketing and communications and emphasizes the importance of finding the right fit for your personality. We also discuss the importance of networking and work-life balance and how they are key factors when building a successful, sustainable career within the industry. The Working in Ag Podcast focuses on highlighting careers within the agriculture industry while providing insight on how to continue learning and evolving within your career.

Check out this great episode with Dylan and Rane from Sorbello and Sons Farms! They explain what a year of onion production looks like, and we learn about several different aspects of the process from planting to harvest and storage. We also dive into the complexities of working with family and some of the challenges we commonly face within family businesses.

We discuss some of the challenges of the specialty crop industry and how we can best educate consumers about what they should be looking for when purchasing produce. Dylan also has a YouTube channel called Off the Muck where he shares what goes into producing onions in the rich muck soils. Be sure to check it out to learn more!