OUR MISSION
At Logic Ag Marketing, we are committed to enhancing the success of our clients and producers serving as an advocate to manage their risk and secure the lasting prosperity to enable the handoff of their farm or ranch to the next generation.
OUR STORY
Our team of dedicated professionals is committed to supporting and improving agriculture. With experience in ag lending, cash grain merchandising, cattle feeding, and production agriculture, our backgrounds and experiences set us apart, showcasing a blend of expertise and passion that defines Logic Ag Marketing. Having livestock and row crop operations of our own, our owners and many of our employees face the same decisions and risks that our customers lose sleep over. We strive to be your trusted partner in navigating the complexities of the agricultural industry, ensuring success for generations to come.
MEET OUR TEAM
Owner / Livestock Agent
ADAM FRIEDRICHSEN
Adam, raised on a farm in Calumet, Iowa, now resides in Alta with his family, actively managing his own row crop, cow/calf, and feeder cattle operations. With thirteen years in agricultural lending, he brings expertise as a registered broker, focusing on enhancing customer success through strategic risk management. His proficiency in calculating break-evens and optimizing marketing benefits row crop and cattle enterprises.
Owner / Livestock Agent
DAN GERHOLD
Dan was raised on a farm in Atkins, Iowa, and resides there with his family. Passionate about marketing in row crop, cow/calf, and feedlot sectors, Dan gained hands-on market knowledge and experience. As a registered broker, he takes pride in customizing tools for each operation, especially in educating newcomers to risk management. His goal is to ensure producers are well-prepared and comprehend the risks and rewards in production agriculture.
Owner / Livestock Agent
SHANE HOLTORF
Shane, raised on a family row crop farm near Pomeroy, IA, now resides by Storm Lake with his family. Shane manages a small cattle and contract swine feeding operation on his acreage. With market knowledge gained from a large grain firm, he became a registered broker. After 6 years in the grain business, he transitioned to ag lending, emphasizing profit over market noise. After another six years in lending, Shane returned to commodities, leading to the creation of Logic Ag Marketing.
Livestock Agent
JON HOBERMAN
Jon was born and raised in Buena Vista County on the family farm, settled in 1882. With a lifelong involvement in agriculture, he has weathered the industry's challenges and successes. Over 20 years ago, Jon was a licensed commodity broker and has recently returned to the field with encouragement from those around him. Jon is a devoted father to three children, who fill his free time when he's not tending to the farm's row crops, custom swine nursery, and cattle. Previously, he served as an area supervisor for a swine production company and owned a construction business before joining Logic Ag.
Crop Insurance Agent
JORDAN HINKELDEY
Jordan, an Alta, Iowa native, grew up on the family row crop farm and, after returning from Iowa State, joined his parents in selling crop insurance. Now in his twelfth year as a crop insurance agent, he adds valuable expertise to our risk management team. Outside work, he often accompanies his dad, Myron, on-farm rounds. Jordan is dedicated to providing tailored assistance in crop insurance and is dedicated to contributing his expertise.
Livestock Agent
SETH VANDER WEIDE
Seth has resided in the Orange City/Alton area since childhood and resides their with his family since. He gained his knowledge of market risk being a tax accountant specializing in agriculture tax law for 20 years before joining Logic Commodities. He would advise tax clients on how to calculate their break-evens and customers use different strategies to manage risk with the emphasis always on total farm profit. Seth enjoys golf and bow hunting in his spare time.
MELISA SCHMIDT
Melisa was born and raised in Monroe, WI. She stills helps on her family farm with livestock and row crops. She has been part of grain elevator scene since 2006. Her passion lies in connecting to her producers and helping them win. She finds joy in being able to work on her family farm and teaching her nephews the joy of agriculture. Melisa enjoys curling, traveling, gardening, cooking for other people and hikes. Melisa also serves on GFWC-Monroe Woman’s Club board, Blackhawk Technology College- ag advisory board and Monroe Main Street as a volunteer.
Commodity Trader
Office Manager
AMI MORROW
Ami, our Storm Lake office manager, brings over twenty years of banking experience to her role. Juggling multiple responsibilities, she excels in administrative duties and support tasks. Ami was raised in the Laurens and Spencer areas, and Ami graduated from Storm Lake, IA. She resides on an acreage near Rembrandt with her family. Ami is dedicated to maintaining efficiency, organization, and exceptional customer service in our office.
Office Manager
KIM KAESTNER
Kim has been involved in the agriculture business for the last 15 years as an accountant. She takes pride in being organized, detailed, and helpful to customers. Kim attended Mount Mercy University where she obtained her accounting degree. She lives on a farm outside of Luzerne with her husband Dusty and three children. In Kim’s spare time she likes to go for random drives and relax at home, but most of the time you will find her in the stands at one of her three kids’ sporting events.