Hilleshög Seeds announces two new employees to its stable of sugarbeet experts. The addition of these key personnel further strengthens the company’s commitment to providing growers with timely, relevant information to maximize both grower service and profitability.
Ken Buresh of West Fargo, N.D., has accepted the role of sales agronomist for the American Crystal Sugar Company area in the Red River Valley. Previously, Buresh was with Dupont Pioneer after graduating from North Dakota State University with a degree in agribusiness.
“It’s a pleasure to take my skills and apply them to sugarbeets,” says Buresh. “Working with the growers in the Red River Valley is an exceptional experience.”
Kendal Henderson of Murtaugh, Idaho, is now area business manager for the Amalgamated Sugar, Western North and Wyoming Sugar markets. Henderson graduated from Utah State University with degrees in agricultural systems technology and education.
“I enjoy working with Hilleshög Seeds,” says Henderseon. “It’s a good change of pace, and I look forward to what the future holds.”