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PRESIDENT’S
Message
Hannah Walkes
President
Pipestone Services
Hannah Walkes hails from a traditional crop and livestock farm in
southwest Minnesota. A graduate of South Dakota State University, she
began her career with Pipestone in 2007 and today, serves as President
of Pipestone Services.
Future Proof Farming: Building a Legacy That Lasts
In agriculture, standing still is not an option. The future belongs to those who adapt and plan with
purpose.
This edition offers insights to safeguard both animal and long-term facility investments,
diversi昀椀cation strategies, as well as addressing more current 昀椀nancial decisions in current feed cost
environment.
At the heart of this issue is the Hansen family, whose 40-year journey in pig farming exempli昀椀es
what “future proof” means through hard work, family, and a whole-lot-of trust in the good Lord
above. Their story reminds us that successful farms are built not just for today’s challenges, but for
tomorrow’s possibilities.
At Pipestone, our mission is to help farmers today build the farms of tomorrow—operations that
are healthier, more ef昀椀cient, and ready for the future. As you read, consider what steps you can
take to strengthen your farm’s foundation for the years ahead. The future isn’t something that
happens to us; it’s something we build—together.
Hannah Walkes
#nextgenpigfarmer
Submit photos of your next generation pig farmers to
be featured in the Pipestone Journal and social media.
Send your photos to:
marketing@pipestone.com
Kids coveralls are now available on our
store! Use the link or scan the
code to order:
These adorable next
generation pig farmers are
working hard at Veldkamp
Farms, Jasper, MN.
Proud parents are
Ethan & Chyana Kracht.
https://pipevet.com/kids-coveralls
This go-getter is an account manager in
training with Pipestone Nutrition. He is helping
farmers from our Orange City, Iowa clinic.
Proud dad is Monte Hickman.
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