AgHires: An Agricultural Executive Recruitment Search Firm
AgHires is a leading agriculture executive search firm, connecting organizations across the food and agriculture industry with transformative leaders and well-qualified candidates who can drive measurable results.
We focus on the rare executives who make up the top 2% of the market — professionals whose vision and expertise directly impact long-term growth. Our clients benefit from our tailored approach to executive search and recruitment within the agricultural sector.
Why Work With AgHires Executive Search
When you partner with us, you gain:
- Deep industry knowledge and an in-depth understanding of food, agriculture, and agribusiness
- Access to a wide network of trusted, qualified candidates and leaders
- Expertise in talent acquisition tailored to the unique needs of the agricultural industry
- An executive search process designed for precision and long-term success
- Guidance from recruiters who understand cultural fit, leadership skills, and market expectations
More Than Just Resumes
Unlike general recruiters, AgHires stands out as specialized recruiters with deep industry expertise and provides:
- Consultation and partnership throughout the entire search process
- Insights on market trends, compensation, and candidate expectations
- A rigorous vetting approach to ensure the right fit for every role
In addition, AgHires tailors each recruitment process to your company’s specific needs and business objectives.
Our team goes beyond traditional search firms and other recruiters by building lasting relationships with executives who understand the unique challenges of the agriculture and food supply chain. With AgHires, you’ll gain leaders who can shape strategy, inspire teams, and position your organization for future success.
Executive Recruitment for the Agriculture Industry
Your leadership team is the driving force behind the success — or failure — of your business, especially when it comes to filling a critical leadership role. Through our specialized executive recruitment services, AgHires ensures you have access to the top talent and top executives who can drive organizational growth, innovation, and sustainability. We help organizations address challenges unique to the agriculture sector by strategically recruiting leaders who can navigate industry complexities. Our process also evaluates candidates' career goals to ensure alignment with your company's objectives, maximizing long-term value.
Executive Recruitment for the Agriculture Industry
- Strategic Leaders: Executives with proven track records in shaping strategy and driving growth in the agriculture industry
- Executive Management Expertise: From turnaround leaders to strategic directors, we source professionals with the vision to lead effectively
- Successful Teams: Leaders who can inspire, mentor, and build teams that deliver consistent results
- Suitable Candidates: We identify and attract highly qualified, well-aligned talent to ensure the right fit for your organization.
- Cultural Alignment: Candidates vetted not only for skills but also for motivational drivers and personal attributes, ensuring fit with your company values and long-term direction
Every candidate undergoes a comprehensive assessment to ensure alignment with your business goals. By focusing on leadership competencies and organizational fit, we help you secure executives who don’t just fill a role — they elevate your entire organization.
Delivering the Best Candidates in the Agricultural Industry
How We Deliver Results
We offer specialized executive search services to recruit top-level decision makers and experienced professionals within the food, agriculture, and agribusiness sectors.
We tap into our deep network of professionals who have proven success across agriculture, agribusiness, and food production.
Years of recruiting exclusively in agriculture have given us strong, trusted relationships with executives across the supply chain.
Our search professionals don’t rely on job boards; instead, we actively reach out to passive candidates who are already excelling in their current roles.
Our recruiters are selective about the roles we take on, ensuring each client receives dedicated attention and a high level of service through a tailored hiring process.
Our Executive Search Process – Driving Success in the Ag Industry
Finding the right leader requires more than a simple match — it requires a rigorous search process designed to uncover candidates who can truly transform your business. At AgHires, our executive search methodology is built around understanding your company’s needs and sourcing the right leaders to ensure long-term success. Open and honest communication is essential throughout the process, allowing us to foster trust, maintain transparency, and accurately match clients with the most suitable executive candidates.
Our Recruitment Process
- In-Depth Discovery: We begin by gaining a clear understanding of your business, your goals, and where you want to go.
- Targeted Strategy: Our team designs a customized recruitment process to identify leaders who will have the greatest impact on your organization.
- Proactive Search: We don’t wait for applications; we continuously search, cold call, and network within the ag industry to connect with proven leaders.
- Focused Candidate Pool: Every candidate is rigorously vetted for technical expertise, leadership qualities, and cultural fit.
- Selective Approach: We intentionally keep our position count low, ensuring every client receives maximum focus and attention throughout the entire process.
With AgHires, you’re not just filling an open role — you’re driving success by securing leaders who can elevate your business, inspire your teams, and help your company thrive in the ag industry.
From Chief Executive Officers to Senior Leadership Roles
Positions we’ve filled:
Executive Management
Chief Executive Officer – Agricultural Commodity Organization

Chief Executive Officer – Agriculture Cooperative

Chief Executive Officer – Specialty Crop Supplier

Chief Executive Officer – Endophytic Microbes

Chief Operating Officer – Bare Root Stock Grower

Chief Operating Officer – Produce Packer

Chief Operating Officer – Pecan Grower

Vice President, Global Sales – Agriculture Irrigation

Vice President, Global Wholesale Markets – Cattle/Dairy Genetics

Vice President, Sales – Ag Equipment Supplier

Vice President, National Sales – Produce Packer
Research & Development Leadership
Director of R&D – Biological Solutions

Director of Technical Services – Biotechnology

Director of Sales – Specialty Crop Supplier
General Management & Operations
General Manager – Orchard Operation

General Manager – Food Processing & Packing

Operations Manager – Indoor Farming

North American Sales Manager – Biostimulants
Agriculture Recruitment for Specialized Sectors
- Farms
- Dairy, Poultry, Swine, Cattle
- Seed, Crop Protection, Crop Nutrition
- Specialty Crops & Orchard Operations
- Food Production & Processing
- Food Packaging & Distribution
- Retail & Cooperatives
- Biotechnology & Biological Solutions
- Animal Health & Nutrition
- Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA)
- Horticulture
- Ag Lending & Financial Services
- Ag Investment & Real Estate
- Ag Associations
- Supply Chain & Distribution Support
- Ag Equipment & Irrigation
- Technology & Software Solutions
- Energy & Sustainable Practices
- Manufacturing
Ag Headhunters with Industry Depth and Proven Results
As trusted ag headhunters, AgHires brings unmatched specialization to executive recruiting in agriculture. Our team combines a strong track record of successful placements with the kind of industry connections only possible through years of experience working exclusively in the agriculture and food supply chain. We approach every search with a genuine interest in our clients' success, prioritizing their unique needs. AgHires is committed to good business ethics, maintaining honesty and integrity in every interaction with both clients and candidates.
Why Companies Choose AgHires
With AgHires, you gain a recruiting partner who combines deep industry knowledge, proven search strategies, and a network of trusted professionals to secure the leaders who will shape the future of your business.
Industry Depth.
100%
Of AgHires Recruiters Have Ag Industry Experience
100% of our recruiters come from agriculture, agribusiness, food production, horticulture, or related fields — giving us the insider perspective needed to understand complex leadership challenges.
High Success Rate.
95%
Of Candidates Stay Long Term
95% of our placements remain long-term, a direct result of our consultative approach and focus on cultural fit alongside leadership skills.
Industry's Longest Guarantee.
6 - 12
Month Guarantee
We back every placement with the longest guarantee in the industry — 6 months for professional-level positions and 1 year for C-suite hires.
Deeper Partnership.
90%
Returning & Referrals
90% of our business comes from returning and referral clients, showing the strength of our long-term partnerships and our ability to consistently deliver results.
Agri Search with Strong Partnerships for Long-Term Growth
Building the right leadership team is critical to achieving your long-term business goals. Through our specialized agri search services, AgHires connects you with executives who combine vision, strategy, and industry expertise to move your company forward. We focus on connecting companies with top talent to bridge leadership gaps and foster strong networks within the agricultural sector. Effective leadership is essential for addressing global food security by driving sustainable growth and innovative practices. AgHires also helps organizations navigate business-level challenges by identifying leaders equipped to tackle complex industry issues.
Our approach is rooted in strong partnerships — 90% of our clients are returning or referrals, proving the value of our trusted relationships and consistent results.
Ready to Hire Your Next Leader?
Let's talk about how AgHires can help you find your next leader with a brief introductory call.
With AgHires as your partner, you gain more than a recruiter — you gain an advisor dedicated to delivering leaders who can shape the future of your company.


Industries We Serve
- Ag Associations
- Ag Investment and Real Estate
- Ag Lending and Financial Services
- Animal Feed & Nutrition
- Biotechnology
- Cattle
- Controlled Environment Ag (CEA)
- Crop Protection & Crop Nutrition
- Dairy
- Energy
- Equine
- Equipment
- Farms
- Food Production & Processing
- Horticulture
- Irrigation
- Manufacturing
- Poultry
- Retail/Cooperatives
- Seed
- Specialty Crops
- Swine
- Technology/Software

