Joshua Hagenow

Raising crops, cattle, and kids in Indiana. Doing it all with the help of an amazing woman and the grace of God. Agronomy Manager @KeystoneCoop

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We are so excited to welcome eight recent high school graduates to the SEED Class of 2026. Representing communities across Indiana, these young professionals are beginning their journey toward rewarding careers in agriculture and energy.

Now entering its third year, the SEED Program launched in 2024 and has welcomed a total of 32 high school graduates to date. Welcome to the Keystone team!

Meet the Class of 2026: https://t.co/bVqwQhkiHv

[Joshua Hagenow @nvrsttle]

Second day of the @KeystoneCoop “Wingate Eats” harvest meal delivery. Excited to provide meals to all of our grower partners by the end of the week! Thank you to the day 2 sponsor: Courtney and Bradley of @corteva

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Kicked off the first day of the @KeystoneCoop “Wingate Eats” harvest meal delivery. Excited to provide meals to all of our grower partners by the end of the week! Thank you to the day 1 sponsor: Sam Smith of @WinfieldUnited #centeredonyou

[Joshua Hagenow @nvrsttle]

20 years as an educator, I have never witnessed a company willing to invest in their local communities in regard professionally developing youth. Having met some of the inaugural class of the SEED program, we have got some of the brightest in the state as a part of our team now.

[KeystoneCoop @KeystoneCoop]

Six graduating @IndianaFFA members will be kickstarting their careers with Keystone Cooperative as part of a two-year, on-the-job development opportunity beginning this June, called SEED.

The newly formed SEED (Securing Experience + Employee Development) program provides a select number of recent high school graduates full-time employment and benefits, on-the-job training and all professional accreditations and certifications paid for by Keystone.

Learn more: https://t.co/DpQ502JDfN

[Joshua Hagenow @nvrsttle]

Getting everything set up to present Chemical Safety at North Montgomery FFA Farm Safety Day. Representing our community and @KeystoneCoop teaching elementary students the importance of chemical safety.

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On this #NationalAgDay we tip our hat to those who have made a livelihood working and living in agriculture and energy. We consider it an honor to weather every challenge and celebrate every success with you, and we look forward to doing so for another one hundred years.

Learn more: https://t.co/wWMdBhcGsz

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CEO Kevin Still joins @INFarmBureau
Megan Ritter, @CortevaUS Reza Rasoulpour, and @Indiana_EDC’s Salena Scardina on a panel discussion for @AgriNovusIN discussing innovation and ag bio science opportunities for the state of Indiana. #QuadrantIN

[Joshua Hagenow @nvrsttle]

Breaking bread before the much anticipated @KeystoneCoop Town Hall Meeting.

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Same commitment to agriculture education. Same love for National Blue & Corn Gold.

⭐Big announcement coming March 6, 2024⭐

[Joshua Hagenow @nvrsttle]

@KeystoneCoop sighting at the @PurdueBasketba2 Game #centeredonyou

[Ceres Solutions @Ceres_Solutions]

The next chapter begins.

Keystone Cooperative coming March 1, 2024.

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The power when you go from two to one.

Keystone Cooperative coming March 1, 2024.

[Ceres Solutions @Ceres_Solutions]

The Cooperative Spirit.

Keystone Cooperative coming March 1, 2024.

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In November, a group of our managers celebrated their completion of a comprehensive training and development program we’ve called the “Centered on You Academy.” Designed to be centered on employee growth in the areas of business management, leadership and financial topics, the Centered on You Academy hosted 16 nominated managers from across our business divisions.

Purdue University crafted this program in collaboration with Ceres Solutions leadership to ensure a robust learning experience including a final Capstone project presentation in the final session.

Please join us in congratulating this group of Centered on You Academy graduates! We’re proud and grateful for their leadership across our teams.

[Ceres Solutions @Ceres_Solutions]

This week we’re excited to feature a 27-year co-op employee, Region 3 Agronomist Jeff Nagel!

When he’s not advising farmer-owners and fellow employees on best practices for the current crop year, Jeff and his wife, Beth, enjoy volunteering in their faith with Connection Point Church, where they have also attended for 27 years. Over the years, Jeff has served as a deacon and guest services, as well as leading small groups. The Nagels have a passion for strong marriages and enjoy facilitating the Alpha Marriage Course for couples of all ages.

They’re also involved with the Purdue International Friendship Program, having hosted students from China, South Korea, Taiwan, Australia, Ukraine and Malaysia. 80% of international students never experience a relationship with an American family. Hosting students provides a great opportunity to learn from other cultures, and they remain connected to many students after graduating and moving elsewhere around the world.

“As a part of my faith, I enjoy serving, supporting and mentoring others,” Jeff said. “There are so many opportunities to positively impact the lives of others in our community. Find your passion and get involved!”

Thank you, Jeff, for all you do to lead and counsel us at Ceres and the impact you make in your community.

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Together with @Ceres_Solutions, we’re pleased to announce that our farmer boards and memberships have overwhelmingly approved to move forward with a historic merger, effective March 1, 2024. The company will be named Keystone Cooperative, Inc.

Learn More: https://t.co/gLAujFoke9

[Ceres Solutions @Ceres_Solutions]

Providing exceptional service to customers starts with taking care of your people. 

With nearly 20 years working with students as an educator and coach, Josh Hagenow now leads the Wingate agronomy team by prioritizing relationships, understanding what drives each employee, and lifting them up when the days get tough. 

Learn more about Josh's leadership style on S14E3 of the Field Points podcast: https://t.co/ou64fbMsP9

[Ceres Solutions @Ceres_Solutions]

Season 14 Episode 1 of the Field Points podcast is now live! This week, we’re joined by Dr. Tracie Egger, Director of Leadership and Organizational Development, to talk about looking for the good in every situation, taking time to reflect, and leveling up your leadership and performance by creating your own board of directors.

Listen in here: https://t.co/5ZKrlBd3jA

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Join us in congratulating our very own John Gibson, Director of Seed and Crop Protection, and Morgan Seger, Digital Marketing Consultant, for being chosen as two of The Scoop’s 2023 40 under 40! The 40 under 40 program recognizes leaders in the ag retail industry.

We are proud to work alongside John and Morgan each day and can’t thank them enough for the leadership they bring to the Ceres team. Thanks for all you do, John and Morgan!

See the full list here: https://t.co/BtXMvTvKK4

[KeystoneCoop @KeystoneCoop]

Together with @Ceres_Solutions, we’d like to announce an agreement to pursue a merger. The Boards of Directors of both cooperatives have unanimously approved to pursue a member vote to make the final decision.

https://t.co/AlJWpgyXQ7