Expertise in Agricultural Recruitment
As dedicated agricultural recruiters, our specialized focus covers key sectors within the agriculture industry, ensuring we find the right talent for every niche.
Agronomy & Seed
Connecting top talent to drive innovation in agronomy and seed production
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Animal Health & Nutrition
Sourcing talent to lead advancements in veterinary care and animal nutrition
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Grain & Biofuels
Delivering skilled leaders to advance grain production and biofuels development
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Livestock Production
Identifying leaders who ensure efficiency and growth in livestock production.
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Executive Search
Providing the experience and leadership our client partners need to grow.
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Founded in 2002, Ag 1 Source has grown into one of the leading agricultural recruiters, connecting companies with top talent through deep industry knowledge and experience. We deliver tailored recruitment solutions across diverse sectors like agribusiness, food production, technology, and finance, helping clients thrive in a constantly changing market.
What sets us apart is our team of experts who come from the industries they serve, ensuring a genuine understanding of our clients’ needs. With partners strategically located across the U.S., we maintain strong connections with clients and candidates. Since 2015, we’ve expanded our services to include HR consulting and behavioral analysis, enhancing hiring accuracy and fostering cohesive teams for long-term success.
Our Approach to Your Success
At Ag 1 Source, we combine our deep industry expertise with a commitment to understanding your business goals. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure that every hire is the perfect fit for your organization. From the initial JobScan assessment to ongoing support throughout the onboarding process, we are with you every step of the way. We believe the right fit can transform an organization, and as experienced agricultural recruiters, we are dedicated to making that happen for each of our clients.
Why Choose Us
"Mark looked for a position that fit my interests and e...
"Mark looked for a position that fit my interests and experience. He kept me updated on the process. It was a great experience."Placed Candidate
The recruiter worked with me to keep me up to date on w...
The recruiter worked with me to keep me up to date on what the status of the positions I had applied for. I feel that the position that I accepted was an extremely good fit for my personality and skill set.Job Seeker
Professional, engaged, prompt, insightful, felt very im...
Professional, engaged, prompt, insightful, felt very important.Job Seeker
Having worked with the Ag 1 Source team for many years,...
Having worked with the Ag 1 Source team for many years, I can tell you'd I'd never work with another recruiting firm. The people they have placed with our company have been some of the most experienced and professional individuals I've ever worked with. Any time I need to hire, I will call Ag 1 Source.Ag 1 Source Employer
Very professional and I felt mark had my best interest ...
Very professional and I felt mark had my best interest in mind.Job Seeker
Responsive and informative about the position....
Responsive and informative about the position.Bonnie C.
Patience in finding the right fit as well as the profes...
Patience in finding the right fit as well as the professionalism during the entire process.Job Seeker
Friendly and very diligent in there work. Willingness t...
Friendly and very diligent in there work. Willingness to answer and find out answers to any questions I had either with employer or job opportunities.Job Seeker
Real Experience Yields Real Insights
Our talent experts have spent years in their specialized fields. We want to pass that deep industry knowledge onto the businesses we represent and the professionals we advocate for.
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