News
Rob-See-Co Announces Leadership Team Appointments
Rob-See-Co is pleased to announce two leadership team appointments. Brian Davis will assume the role of National Sales Manager and Jeff Dilbeck will assume the role of AgVisors Director.
These leadership changes come as part of Rob-See-Co’s ongoing commitment to enhancing its sales strategies and continuing its growth in the agriculture sector.
Click here to read the full press release
Scott Robinson Joins Rob-See-Co as Chief Information Officer
Rob-See-Co is excited to announce the hiring of Scott Robinson as Chief Information Officer (CIO). Robinson brings experience and expertise in software development, IT management, and cybersecurity, enhancing the company’s growing IT infrastructure.
Click here to read the full press release.
2024 Rob-See-Co Rural Library Grant Recipients Announced
We are happy to announce the recipients of the 2024 Rob-See-Co Rural Library Grant. Out of 175 applications, ten rural libraries were chosen. They are:
Maltman Memorial Library - Wood River, NE
North Bend Public Library - North Bend, NE
Brown City District Library - Brown City, MI
Galva Public Library - Galva, IA
LaValle Public Library - LaValle, WI
Arcanum Public Library - Arcanum, OH
St. Edward Public Library - Saint Edward, NE
Coffey County Library Burlington Branch - Burlington, KS
Casselton Public Library - Casselton, ND
Coffeyville Public Library - Coffeyville, KS
Among the projects to be funded with grant dollars are STEM camps and other materials, new books on agriculture/farming, classes promoting healthy aging, and learning with legos. Congratulations to the grant recipients!
2024 Rob-See-Co Rural Library Grant Announced
Rob-See-Co is excited to announce the second year of the Agnes Robinson Rural Library Grant program. The overwhelming response to the program in 2023 underscores the critical need for funding in rural libraries, prompting Rob-See-Co to establish it as an annual initiative. The grant’s namesake and Rob Robinson’s grandmother, Agnes Robinson, was a dedicated supporter of the Waterloo, Nebraska rural library and rural libraries in general.
Rural libraries in our Rob-See-Co footprint (states of CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MI, MN, ND, NE, OH, OK, PA, SD, TX, and WI) will be emailed a letter with instructions and guidelines for applying for this year’s grant dollars. This year, the grant application is online—aiming to make the process easier and more efficient.
Applications will be due June 30th, 2024 and recipients will be announced October 1, 2024. To read the full press release for this year’s program, click here.
Announcing 2024 Rob-See-Co Forage Summits
The Rob-See-Co Forage Division is excited to announce the 2024 Forage Summits. We take silage seriously, with 15 summits planned in January and February! If you care about silage, join us for one of these informative meetings. There are 13 in-person summits and 2 Zoom options if you can’t make it in person.
These meetings will be packed with great information, including:
• A deep dive on corn forage products and plot data
• Placing the right silage products in the right fields
• Streamline Ag products that help crops reach their full potential
• Other important forage products – alfalfa, forage sorghum, and inoculants
To access all the dates, locations and additional details, check out the Forage Summit Flyer
To register, go to https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/c44618cefb2546d087473aeadd229832
Click here to access the full press release.
SeedWorld Article Explores Strength in Partnerships
It’s no surprise that there’s been a great deal of consolidation in the seed industry and independent seed companies feel the pressure, leading many to explore strategic partnerships. in this interesting article from SeedWorld, among other experts in the industry, Rob Robinson talks about how Rob-See-Co started and has shifted strategy to meet the current demands of the seed industry.
Check out the full article and series here.
Dr. Calvin Treat Joins Rob-See-Co
Rob-See-Co welcomed Dr. Calvin Treat in November as the next General Manager. Dr. Treat has over 30 years of experience building a deep and comprehensive knowledge of the seed and trait industry, including 14 years with JC Robinson Seeds in corn breeding and product management. Chuck Lee, the current General Manager, will be retiring on December 31st.
Click here to read the full press release.
Rob-See-Co Future Farm Special Airing November 29
What agricultural innovations are we implementing today that will make a difference in the way we farm tomorrow? Tune in to our two-hour Future Farm special, November 29 at 8:30 PM (CST) on RFD-TV. We share the new innovations used on Future Farm this year from pre-planting, through planting, mid-season growth, and harvest.
You can also check out all of our great Future Farm videos from this year - click here.
Rob-See-Co Rural Library Grant Recipients
After collecting and reading over 500 grant applications, and making some very difficult decisions, we have 20 recipient winners of the Rob-See-Co Rural Library Grant, each receiving $500 for their chosen grant project. Click here to read full list.
You can also read the full press release here.
Rob-See-Co 8% Early Cash Discount
Order and pay by December 15 to get 8% off your corn, sorghum, soybean or Rob-See-Co alfalfa seed purchase through a qualified Rob-See-Co Dealer or DSM.
We also offer competitive financing through your John Deere Financial or Rabo AgriFinance accounts—AND payment isn’t due until December 2024. To see our full schedule of Cash Discounts and learn more about our Financing, go to Financing.
Talk to your local Rob-See-Co Dealer or District Sales Manager to get in on this fantastic early offering. Or, you can submit a contact form or call 1-855-450-1822 to get in touch with the right person.
Rob-See-Co Rural Library Grant
In celebration of Rob-See-Co’s 10-year anniversary this year, we announced (this past spring) the establishment of the Rob-See-Co Rural Library Grant. We were humbled by the overwhelming response form rural libraries, receiving over 500 applications. As a result, we are finalizing the awarded grant recipients this week and will be informing all applicants over the next few weeks.
Rural libraries are a vital resource and make it possible for anyone to pick up a book and enter a new world for a little while. Of course, there is so much more—digital services, traveling exhibits and speakers, community events and workshops, and the list goes on. To all the amazing people who help run these cherished spaces for their communities—Thank You!
10 Year Anniversary
October 1, 2023, marks Rob-See-Co’s 10th anniversary. In an industry that is constantly evolving, Rob-See-Co has consistently embraced new technology and expanded the footprint to better serve valued customers.
As Rob-See-Co marks this significant milestone, the company looks forward to continuing its legacy of excellence, innovation, and customer-centric values in the years to come. With a deep sense of gratitude to its customers, partners, and dedicated team members, Rob-See-Co remains committed to providing top-quality seed solutions and fostering enduring relationships within the agriculture community.
To read the full press release, click here.
Rob-See-Co 12% Early Cash Discount
Take advantage of our first Early Cash Discount period. Order and pay by August 31 to get 12% off your corn, sorghum, soybean or Rob-See-Co alfalfa seed purchase through a qualified Rob-See-Co Dealer or DSM.
We also offer 0% interest financing through your John Deere Financial or Rabo AgriFinance accounts—AND payment isn’t due until December 2024. To see our full schedule of Cash Discounts and learn more about our Financing, go to Financing.
Talk to your local Rob-See-Co Dealer or District Sales Manager to get in on this fantastic early offering. Or, you can submit a contact form or call 1-855-450-1822 to get in touch with the right person.
Crop Stress Outlook
Todd Claussen, Agronomy Manager
As we approach our first summer month of the 2023 growing season, there are portions of the Rob-See-Co footprint under varying levels of stress, due to abnormally dry conditions. The 30-day outlook for part of our market area, is warmer than normal and drier than normal.
Although we do not have the ability to control yield, we do have the ability to protect the crop’s raw, innate, productive potential. Click here to read the current crop stress outlook and how Streamline Ag’s NutriBoost Defense can help. Click here for the Streamline Ag NutriBoost Defense technical sheet.
Kiser Seed Featured in “Our Ohio” Magazine
Rob-See-Co Seed Dealer, Kiser Seed, is featured in the latest edition of Ohio Farm Bureau's "Our Ohio" magazine. Josh and Hannah Kiser share how they expanded their farming operations by becoming seed dealers and selling additional products from Streamline Ag.
Click here to read the article.
Todd Claussen Joins Rob-See-Co
Rob-See-Co welcomed Todd Claussen as Agronomy Manager. Todd will lead the Agronomy department, providing support, agronomic training, and knowledge of Rob-See-Co products with the sales team and customers.
“This is home for me. This is family,” said Claussen. “I’ve prepared my entire career for this opportunity. This is not a complex business. Rob-See-Co has the leadership, passion, and caring to do what is best for American farmers…to be a better partner.”
To read the full press release, click here.
Announcing the Rob-See-Co Rural Library Grant
Rob-See-Co is proud to announce the establishment of the Rob-See-Co Rural Library Grant program in honor of Agnes Robinson. Agnes Robinson was the grandmother of the current Rob-See-Co CEO, Rob Robinson, and a dedicated supporter of the Waterloo Public Library in Nebraska. In recognition of the company’s 10th anniversary and Agnes Robinson’s hard work and devotion to this rural library, the company is launching this program to support rural communities in the Rob-See-Co footprint.
In celebration of Rob-See-Co’s 10-year anniversary, a total of $10,000 will be awarded to selected rural libraries in the states of CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, MI, MN, ND, NE, OH, OK, SD, TX and WI.
Applications will be mailed out to rural libraries on April 10th and submissions are due by June 30th. The winners will be announced on September 28, 2023, in conjunction with Rob-See-Co’s October 1st anniversary.
To read the full Press Release and find the Application, click here..
Brian Davis Joins Rob-See-Co Team
Rob-See-Co welcomed Brian Davis as the Eastern Division Sales Manager covering the states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin. This announcement comes in conjunction with a newly structured sales division which allows additional sales management and channel development in the new geographic areas added through Rob-See-Co’s recent acquisitions.
Davis will lead the company’s growth and momentum in the Eastern corn belt while Jeff Dilbeck will continue to lead the sales team in the Western Division which includes Eastern Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas. Click here to read the full press release.
Rob-See-Co Announces Acquisition of Federal Hybrids
With limited geographic overlap, Rob-See-Co expects to work with 100% of Federal Hybrids Distributors and these distributors will continue to sell Federal Hybrids brands through the 2022/2023 growing season. Rob-See-Co will continue to operate out of Rob-See-Co’s headquarters in Elkhorn, NE, but will utilize the Federal offices in Elgin and West Bend, IA for Federal Hybrids and ongoing operations. To read the full press release, click here.
Rob’s Picks
Rob-See-Co CEO, Rob Robinson has been out in fields looking at corn and selected some of his favorites. Check out his “picks” at the link below.