When we think about outstanding integrity as one of our core values, Eduardo “Lalo” Hernandez is the first to come to mind. Lalo is a 22-year Walther Farms veteran employee and has seen it all. Most recently in Three Rivers, he was called upon to lead the shop. His outstanding integrity has helped him excel with these new responsibilities. As …
Core Value Spotlight – May 2024
When you think of our Core Values and who embraces them on a regular basis it is easy to select Jeff Macklin to be recognized with the May Core Value Spotlight focusing on Unity and Humility. Jeff is not only a great father, husband, and individual, but he is also great teammate. Jeff has a wealth of knowledge and experiences …
Core Value Spotlight – April 2024
Uriel Leyva and Reginaldo Fierro have been drivers for 2 seasons for the Phoenix Transportation Team. They are consistently committed workers, with an outstanding POSSITIVE ATTITUDE AND PASSION for the work. I witness every day the good mood they are always facing the job. Uriel & Regi are always working to maintain and improve good relationships between all their co-workers. …
Michigan’s 2024 Young Farmer Awards
🎉 Big Congratulations to Andrew Braun and Matt Kubowitsch! 🎉 We are thrilled to celebrate our very own Andrew Braun and Matt Matt Kubowitsch for being named finalists in Michigan’s prestigious 2024 Young Farmer Agriculture Employee Award! Andrew has also clinched the victory as the overall winner, an outstanding achievement that highlights his leadership and dedication to both Walther Farms …
Ethiopian Food Project Update – April 2024
Elzbet (Elizabeth) is a farmer’s wife who lives several miles from the nearest road. The solar dehydrator was donated by the Ethiopian Sustainable Food Project. She uses it every day to dry boiled potatoes for potato flour and she can dry grain and other food without contamination, even on rainy days. The traditional method is to dry foods on a …
Core Value Spotlight – March 2024
There have been many changes taking place here on the Mid Michigan farm over the last year or so and one exciting change is the addition of Kerrigan Lynch to our team! Kerrigan came to us last season as an intern from Michigan State University and did such a wonderful job that we couldn’t allow her to leave. She accepted …
Core Value Spotlight – February 2024
Spring has sprung in South Texas, and with it, a new era of precision agriculture is taking root! Meet Josh Machicek, our Central South Precision Agronomist, who’s kicking off his first full season with a bang! Josh is not just planting seeds in the soil; he’s planting ideas for innovation and success across our teams for 2024. His expertise in …
Core Value Spotlight – November 2023
As the Office Manager of the Oregon team, Maria Cambero oversees accounts payable, invoicing, inventories, and a lot more. Her Personal Discipline & Accountability has allowed the Oregon team to become more organized and timelier in how we track and score our production metrics. Maria does “whatever it takes” to get her tasks completed before they are due even with …
Core Value Spotlight – September 2023
Michael Walther has been involved at Walther Farms since high school and is now a Senior Field Manager on the Seed Farm. Michael possesses many Core Values but his Positive Attitude and Passion shine through. He does an excellent job with the team completing all task while still smiling, laughing, and enjoying work every day. His laugh is always recognized …
Core Value Spotlight – August 2023 – Discipline & Accountability
As the Field Mechanic on the Oregon team, Juan Morales oversees maintenance and repair of all the equipment needed to plant, grow, harvest, store, and ship our potato crop. Juan understands that a thorough maintenance program is necessary to maximize the efficiency of each operation and is disciplined to make sure that no detail is missed when equipment is in …