Meet Derrick Schulte: Latham Seeds’ New District Sales Manager

Latham Seeds is excited to introduce Derrick Schulte as our newest District Sales Manager! Derrick brings a wealth of agricultural experience, a passion for seed and a deep commitment to community, all of which will serve him well as he steps into this important role.

Derrick’s roots run deep in agriculture. He grew up on a small family farm outside of Norway, Iowa, where he was no stranger to farm life. From bailing hay and raising livestock to participating in 4-H and FFA, Derrick was immersed in the world of farming from an early age. His leadership skills flourished when he served as a senior class officer, which inspired him to pursue a career in sales management.

“I knew early on that I wanted to be a District Sales Manager,” Derrick shares. “Agriculture has always been a part of my life, and I’ve always had a passion for helping people grow.”

Derrick hails from a long line of hardworking farmers. His dad was a fifth-generation farmer, and his great-grandfather was known for having one of the first registered Hereford hogs in the region. Though his dad passed away in 2017, Derrick’s two older brothers, his mom and his sister now carry on the family farming legacy, raising beef cattle and row crops.

Derrick’s connection to Latham Seeds runs through his sister and brother-in-law, Sara and Shawn Kreutner, who are active Latham® Dealers in Northern Benton County. 

“Through my brother-in-law’s experience as a Latham dealer, I learned about Latham Seeds and was impressed by the company’s commitment to quality and service,” Derrick says.

Derrick holds a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Studies from Iowa State University, and his background in agriculture, combined with his passion for seed, makes him an ideal fit for the DSM role with Latham Seeds. Derrick is excited to meet and build relationships with the dealer network, helping growers find the perfect seed for their operations.

“I look forward to growing the Latham Seeds brand and using my experience to provide top-notch service to our dealers,” Derrick says. “Helping our customers find the right fit for their acres is what I’m most excited about.”

When he’s not working, Derrick enjoys attending ISU events and going to live music concerts with his girlfriend, Abby Martin.

Join us in welcoming Derrick to the team, and enjoy one of his family’s favorite recipes for blueberry zucchini bread!