Ag Partners Welcomes Jason Brown as Vice President of Agronomy
Oct 14, 2025
Ag Partners Cooperative is proud to announce the appointment of Jason Brown as Vice President of Agronomy, effective October 29.
Jason brings over 30 years of experience in Independent, Corporate, and Cooperative Ag Retail, with a career that spans roles from custom applicator to CEO. Raised on a family farm and first employed at family businesses, Brown’s Agri Service and Brown Farms Inc. in Rock Port, Missouri, Jason has built a reputation for leadership, integrity, and a deep commitment to the success of farmers in rural communities.
"We’re excited to welcome Jason to Ag Partners as our new Vice President of Agronomy,” said Brice Elnicki, Chief Revenue Officer. “After an extensive search, it was clear that his experience and leadership are exactly what our agronomy division needs to bring stability and direction as we move into our next phase of growth. Jason has a proven track record of building strong teams and delivering results, and I’m confident he’ll help us continue raising the bar in both performance and service.”
Wes Spohr, CEO, added, “We are thrilled to welcome Jason on board as our new VP of Agronomy. Jason brings a wealth of experience and knowledge that will be invaluable as we continue to innovate and grow. His leadership and vision align with our commitment to excellence, and we are confident that he will be a tremendous asset to Ag Partners.”
In his new role, Jason will provide strategic leadership and vision to guide the performance, growth, and direction of Ag Partners’ Agronomy Division. He will oversee key areas including sales performance, marketing, vendor relationships, inventory and purchasing, resale pricing, and service execution. Jason will work closely with executive leadership to ensure the division’s strategies support Ag Partners’ mission and deliver a best-in-class customer experience.
Jason shared his enthusiasm for the role, saying “I’m passionate about helping farmers succeed and sustaining our rural way of life. I look forward to this opportunity with Ag Partners Cooperative and to assisting our patrons, customers, and business partners in prospering for years to come.”
Outside of work, Jason is a proud husband, father of five children, and grandfather to three granddaughters.