Key Takeaways
- Meristem Crop Performance has named Kip Rowe as Regional Sales Manager for North and South Dakota.
- Rowe brings nearly two decades of agronomic and sales experience, including time at Rob-See-Co and CENTROL.
- He will focus on expanding the adoption of Meristem’s biological solutions, including the patented BIO-CAPSULE™ system.
- Rowe aims to support farmers by improving ROI and integrating new technologies into their operations.
- CEO Mitch Eviston sees Rowe’s regional expertise as pivotal for Meristem’s growth in the Northern Plains.
Meristem Crop Performance Expands in the Dakotas with New Leadership
Meristem Crop Performance (Profile) has announced the appointment of veteran agronomist and business leader Kip Rowe as its new Regional Sales Manager for North and South Dakota. Rowe will lead regional efforts to grow the adoption of Meristem’s product line, which includes the BIO-CAPSULE™ seed fluency delivery system and REVLINE® HOPPER THROTTLE™, designed to boost crop productivity and return on investment for farmers.
“Kip’s experience with the unique challenges farmers have in the Dakotas will help us as we quickly expand our all-star sales team and dealer network,” said Mitch Eviston, Founder and CEO of Meristem Crop Performance.
Kip Rowe Brings Decades of Agronomic Experience
Rowe joins Meristem Crop Performance after nearly eight years at Rob-See-Co, where he worked in a dual capacity as a regional sales manager and product evaluation lead. Prior to that, he spent over a decade with CENTROL, providing agronomic consulting services across the upper Midwest.
Raised on a family grain and cattle operation in southcentral South Dakota, Rowe holds a bachelor’s degree in agronomy and crop science from South Dakota State University. He currently resides in Sioux Falls with his wife and twin teenage sons.
“We’ve experienced the benefits of seed traits and crop protection; now biologicals are the next tool to boost yields,” said Rowe. “That’s why I’m excited to join Meristem.”
Focus on Biologicals and Practical Support for Farmers
At Meristem Crop Performance, Rowe will help promote biological tools that deliver live, beneficial microbes directly to the soil. This includes REVLINE® HOPPER THROTTLE™, a planter-applied product designed to improve early crop development.
“It can help a farmer make the most of an investment they are already making in great seed,” Rowe noted. “Helping them make the most of every seed they plant – that’s what excites me.”
Rowe emphasized that his goal is to reduce complexity for farmers and improve their return on investment. By integrating Meristem Crop Performance’s offerings into their operations, he aims to support growers dealing with a wide range of agronomic and logistical challenges.
Meristem Crop Performance Eyes Growth Across the Plains
With Kip Rowe’s appointment, Meristem Crop Performance continues its expansion strategy by strengthening its presence in key agricultural regions. The company is focused on delivering innovative solutions that support sustainable yield improvements and operational efficiency.
