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Farm Central

People. Potatoes. Possibilities.

MAY IS MENTAL HEALTH
AWARENESS MONTH

Mental Health Awareness Month is a reminder that growing strong crops and successful teams starts with caring for ourselves and those around us. Check out resources featured in May below.

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THE RESOURCES YOU NEED, ALL IN ONE PLACE

HUMAN RESOURCES

Curious about benefits, onboarding, or the Employee Assistance Program? Click below to learn more about these helpful resources.

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it/Data

Need help with tech troubleshooting, password resets, or system access? Click below to find answers and submit IT support requests.

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finance

Wondering about expense reports, budgets, or payroll schedules? Click below to navigate key financial tools and guidelines.

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Agronomy

Explore agronomy updates, data tools, and resources that help our farms grow stronger and more productive every season.

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operations

Explore operations resources, equipment guides, and SOPs that keep our vehicles running smoothly and our farms operating efficiently year-round.

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sops

Not sure where to find step-by-step instructions for tasks or protocols? Click below to access official SOPs for consistent and compliant workflows.

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safety

Want to stay current on safety practices, trainings, and reporting tools? Click below to explore resources that help keep our workplace safe.

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Managers and OA

Curious about our history, mission, or who’s who across the company? Click below to learn more about the people and purpose behind CSS.

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STAY UP TO DATE

CHIP CHATS

Chip Chats: Laid -Back Conversations is all about telling YOU what is going on at CSS Farms! Tune in to learn about industry highlights, upcoming events, and much more!

LISTEN here

NEWSLETTER ARCHIVE

Did you miss a recent newsletter? Don’t worry, every newsletter is available at your fingertips in the Newsletter Archive.

read here

CLOTHING WEBSITE

We want you to look good! Check out the CSS Farms Apparel website to purchase some CSS merch and represent the CSS Farms brand!

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UPCOMING EVENTS

SUMMER INTERNS JOIN OUR TEAM!
MAY
ALL HANDS
August 19th 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM CST

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CSS FARMS QUICK LINKS

Derrick Kleeb

Derrick oversees IT software and data projects, manages third-party technology integrations, and validates data accuracy across platforms. He leads IT initiatives to ensure system reliability and supports organizational goals.

EMAIL Derrick HERE

Carissa Kelley

Carissa specializes in visualizing data through Power BI reports and automating data ingestion processes. She manages project documentation and delivers insights across agronomic, operational, and financial areas.

EMAIL Carissa HERE

Noah Mosel

Noah supports web development projects, manages My John Deere data, and processes Fusion data. He also works on internal and external app connectivity to improve system integration.

EMAIL noah HERE

Benjamin Trampe

Benjamin leads agronomic data reporting for contract compliance and sustainability initiatives. He collaborates across teams for data collection and validation and supports research and development projects at the farm level.

EMAIL BEnjamin HERE

Jacob O’Grady

Jacob develops and maintains the CSS App to streamline farm data collection and trains users on its functionality. He manages NetSuite and Stampli access, builds scripts and workflows to optimize accounting processes, and contributes to software development projects.

EMAIL Jacob HERE

Darin Barth

Darin serves as IT Systems Analyst, managing company account creation across platforms such as Microsoft, Fusion Ware, and Ag World. He oversees cell phone and laptop provisioning, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, and handling replacements. Darin also develops and maintains ETL processes for data integration, manages the CSS Farms data lake, and ensures reliable data flow for reporting and analytics.

EMAIL darin HERE

Ben Andres

Ben delivers actionable insights through Power BI reporting and data interpretation. He manages reporting requests and works across multiple platforms—including Ag World, Fusion Ware, and customer data systems—to support operational and agronomic decision-making.

EMAIL Ben HERE

Matt Harsch

Matt serves as HR Recruiter, leading talent acquisition efforts to attract and hire top candidates. He manages job postings, candidate screening, and interview coordination, while also overseeing the company’s internship program to develop future talent.

EMAIL Matt HERE

Bre Toof

Bre serves as Senior Marketing Specialist, leading campaign planning and execution across digital, social, and print channels. She develops internal communication strategies and ensures brand consistency across all marketing materials, acting as a brand guardian for visual identity, tone, and messaging.

EMAIL Bre HERE

Emma Bond

Emma serves as Marketing Administrator, managing social media accounts and newsletters by creating engaging content and analyzing performance. She coordinates visual asset creation for marketing materials and oversees promotional items and the company clothing website.

EMAIL Emma HERE

Colette Van Well

Colette handles commercial and seed potato accounts receivable, ensuring accurate uploads to NetSuite. She manages protected variety compliance, including quarterly national potato tax reporting and annual ownership documentation.

EMAIL Colette HERE

Jenny Hourigan

Jenny manages accounting for crop inventory and oversees land and storage leases. She maintains asset records, processes deposits, and supports monthly close, audit, and tax preparation activities to ensure financial accuracy and integrity.

EMAIL Jenny HERE

Lucas Batenhorst

Lucas provides financial analysis and operational support, managing chemical inventory, expense tracking, and Visa spend clarity. He also handles equipment leases, insurance claims, and various finance data processes to ensure accurate reporting and compliance.

EMAIL Lucas HERE

Liz Maughan

Liz manages accounts payable operations, including processing payments via ACH, check, VPA, and wire transfers. She handles vendor setup, deposits, and correspondence while supporting multiple farm locations with bill processing to ensure timely and accurate transactions.

EMAIL Liz HERE

Billi Gressley

Billi manages accounts payable operations, including processing payments via ACH, check, VPA, and wire transfers. She handles vendor setup, deposits, and correspondence while supporting multiple farm locations with bill processing to ensure timely and accurate transactions.

EMAIL Billi HERE

Kyle Stohs

As Financial Planning & Analysis Manager, Kyle oversees Accounts Receivable processes and supports revenue and contract planning. He creates and analyzes ad hoc financial and planning reports, providing insights that guide strategic decisions and organizational growth.

EMAIL Kyle HERE

Scott Olson

Scott serves as Controller, overseeing the organization’s finance and accounting operations to ensure accuracy and compliance. He leads the preparation and analysis of financial reports, manages the month-end close process, and provides strategic insights that support informed decision-making and organizational goals.

EMAIL Scott HERE

Deanna Jacobson

Deanna serves as Senior Payroll Specialist, managing payroll processes across all farm locations. She ensures accurate and timely payroll execution, maintain compliance with regulations, and provide support for payroll-related inquiries and reporting.

EMAIL Deanna HERE

Lisa Wynn

Lisa serves as Senior HR Generalist, focusing on benefits administration and employee support. She manages onboarding, compliance, and policy implementation while providing guidance to employees and managers. Lisa ensures accurate benefits processes and assists with HR initiatives that promote a positive workplace experience.

EMAIL lisa HERE

Ashley Hain

A Director of HR oversees the strategic direction of human resources within an organization, ensuring alignment with company goals and fostering a positive workplace culture. They lead recruitment, employee development, performance management, and compliance initiatives while also managing HR teams and advising senior leadership on workforce matters.

EMAIL Ashley HERE

CHRIS BRANDT

Chris serves as Chief Financial Officer, overseeing CSS Farms’ finance and accounting teams. He leads the company’s financial strategy, ensuring sustainable growth and sound stewardship across all operations.

EMAIL CHRIS HERE

Farm Central

People. Potatoes. Possibilities.

MAY IS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH

THE RESOURCES YOU NEED, ALL IN ONE PLACE

HUMAN RESOURCES

it/Data

finance

Agronomy

operations

sops

safety

Managers and OA

STAY UP TO DATE

CHIP CHATS

NEWSLETTER ARCHIVE

CLOTHING WEBSITE

UPCOMING EVENTS

CSS FARMS QUICK LINKS

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Company Directory

Employee Handbook

Trakstar – Safety Training

Benefits Guide

CSS Logos, Templates & Letterhead

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2026 Mileage Reimbursement Form

AskHR

Visa Spend Clarity

CSS University

AskIT

MSDs online general user

Open PositionsCSS Farms

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

MAY IS MENTAL HEALTH
AWARENESS MONTH

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Benefits
Guide

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HR

Visa Spend
Clarity

CSS
University

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Open Positions
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