Each year presents its own challenges. This year was certainly different, but we have persevered and made 2020 one to be proud of at Stine. From our sales and programs to our harvest results, we’ve had another successful year. None of this would be possible without our dedicated employees, knowledgeable sales team and, of course, our hard-working grower customers. We are grateful for each and every one of you and for your service to agriculture and commitment to late hours and time away from home to ensure the rest of the world has the agricultural resources they need to prosper.
In addition to expressing our own gratitude, we asked some of our team members what they are most grateful for this year. Please enjoy their responses, and always keep in mind how much we appreciate our Stine family — employees, customers, friends and family. Happy Thanksgiving!
“I'm thankful to be in the Midwest, to live in wide-open spaces to be able to social distance, and to work in agriculture. Also, to have the freedoms we currently have and to not take them for granted!” — Tony Lenz, corn technical agronomist
“I am thankful for another year of life, and thankful to have a wonderful job, husband and family by my side. Always be thankful for what you have because you’ll end up having more! If you concentrate on what you don’t have, you will never, ever have enough.” — Sarah Luellen, front office support
“I’m thankful to work for a family-owned company that is trying to improve the lives of its customers and employees. I’m also thankful for professional and knowledgeable coworkers on the Stine agronomy team.” — Mike Smith, corn technical agronomist
“I am thankful for my awesome husband and my wonderful family and friends. I am also thankful for the job security I have working at a family-owned company and all of my coworkers in Dallas Center.” — Julie Ross, sample prep lab supervisor in soybean research
“This holiday season, I am thankful to work with such a cutting-edge, family-owned company that is always on the forefront in the seed industry. Also, I am beyond grateful to be surrounded by such a fun, hard-working team here at Stine that makes my job every day that much more enjoyable.” – Joe Gorenz, regional sales agronomist
“First of all, I thank God because he has given me the opportunity to work for this important company. Even in this difficult time, we have been blessed to continue to work and advance this wonderful company. I thank the Stine family for giving me the opportunity to work here and take my family forward. And I thank my bosses and colleagues. Without them, we could not do our best job and be the team that we are for the benefit of all.” — Angelica Mendoza, greenhouse supervisor
“I’m thankful for so many more things than I can express. In a very challenging year, to say the least, it really shows you to be appreciative of everything that we sometimes take for granted. My family is always my number one supporting cast. My customers and dealers are the BEST in the ag industry. Working for Stine has been the best blessing for me and my family. Relationships and friendships built from customers and co-workers through the years are priceless. Count your blessings, and don’t ever take a day for granted.” — Bryan Taylor, ISR
“I'm very thankful and blessed for the job I have managing and operating the Stine Farm operations and seed corn production. Between getting opportunities to work and learn from Harry every day, I'm also so very fortunate to have an amazing group of men that work with me on this farm, day in and day out! It's what you get here with a family run business.” — Steve Luther, farm manager
“I am thankful for the successful team spirit here at Stine, and I appreciate the way Harry allows us to use our abilities and gifts to make things happen for the betterment of all!” — Joe Boesen, elite parent soybean increases team member
"I am thankful to be a part of a wonderful Stine team and for all of their time, efforts and sacrifices this year. I also feel very fortunate to have a career in the ag industry that is deemed essential to support my family." — Justin Oden, north central director of sales
"You never realize how much a place can impact you and change your outlook on waking up everyday, and I can honestly say Stine is one of those places for me. I am so so grateful for the opportunities that Stine has brought me and just the awesome atmosphere and people. I am one super blessed gal to work for such a company!” — Karley Janousek, sales support specialist
"I am thankful for my God, my family and for the opportunity to work in the ag industry. I have been very blessed to spend my career out in the fields with some of the best people in the world as coworkers, counterparts and customers. I wouldn't want it any other way." — Aaron Stockton, RSA
Happy Thanksgiving to all!