Marc Arnusch

Marc Arnusch

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    President- Arnusch Family of Companies

  • Education

    • Colorado State University

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      Agriculture, General
    • Northeastern Junior College

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      Agricultural Economics
  • Experience

    • Marc Arnusch Farms, LLC

      Mar 1994 - now
      President and CEO

      Arnusch Farms is a 2,600 acre family operated farm, located in Prospect Valley, CO. We produce corn silage, corn grain, sugarbeets, alfalfa, wheat, malt barley for the craft brewery industry and both wheat and malt barley seed. We also represent Channel seeds as the area’s local Seedsman.

    • Premier Ag Services, LLC

      Nov 1998 - Dec 2020
      Seedsman and Certified Crop Advisor

      Premier Ag Services, LLC is the area’s only Channel Brand seeds provider. We sell and distribute products to local farmers including corn, alfalfa, sorghum sudan grass, sunflower seeds and seed applied technologies.

    • Optimal Resource Management, LLC

      Jan 2006 - Jul 2014
      Senior Consultant

      Leading water and land use consultant targeting managing the competing interest for land and water in Southeast Weld County. Agricultural architect for Pioneer Communities, located in southern Weld County and also provided advice and management plans for meeting the objectives as laid out by County Code.

    • South Platte Produce, LLC

      Mar 2007 - Apr 2012
      President and CEO

      Owner and operator of the 4th largest onion shed and shipping warehouse in Colorado. Sourced from in-house and through contract growers, high quality onions were shipped to retail and wholesale markets in 32 States and 4 foreign countries from the facility located in Greeley Colorado.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • International Certified Crop Advisor

      American Society of Agronomy
      Dec 2000
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Marc Arnusch
      National Wheat Yield Contest- 1st State High Yield on Irrigation Production 161.23 bushels per acre National Wheat Growers Association Dec 2020
    • Awarded to Marc Arnusch
      National Wheat Yield Contest - 1st National High Yield on Irrigated Production 210.57 bushels per acre National Wheat Growers Association Nov 2019
    • Awarded to Marc Arnusch
      2019 Who’s Who in Colorado Agriculture Denver Business Journal May 2019 Who's Who in Agriculture recognizes individuals whose position, knowledge or expertise helps guide the sector. Nominees were accepted from any field, including (but not limited to) crop production, livestock production, water, education, biotech, agribusiness and food/nutrition.
    • Awarded to Marc Arnusch
      2018 Colorado Soil Conservationist of the Year Colorado Association of Conservation Districts Nov 2018 This award recognizes an outstanding individual that implements innovative conservation and agricultural practices that have proven successful. This Conservationist reaches out to a variety of audiences, engages new partnerships, and spreads the conservation message. The Conservationist that is honored will serve as models of excellence for other Conservationists.
    • Awarded to Marc Arnusch
      National Wheat Yield Contest- 2nd National High Yield on Irrigated Production 162.08 bushels per acre National Wheat Growers Association Jan 2018
    • Awarded to Marc Arnusch
      National Wheat Yield Contest- 2nd National High Yield on Dryland Production 102.09 bushels per acre National Wheat Growers Association Feb 2017
    • Awarded to Marc Arnusch
      Rising Star in Agriculture Colorado Agriculture Hall of Fame Feb 2017 The Rising Star Award recipient is recognized by the Colorado Agriculture Hall of Fame as someone who is making significant contributions to agriculture at an younger age. Marc was recognized as a farmer, certified crop advisor, water and land use consultant from Keenesburg who has become a public voice for agriculture in Colorado. He has established himself as a reputable and articulate voice for agriculture on state and Federal platforms including appearing in television commercials,… Show more The Rising Star Award recipient is recognized by the Colorado Agriculture Hall of Fame as someone who is making significant contributions to agriculture at an younger age. Marc was recognized as a farmer, certified crop advisor, water and land use consultant from Keenesburg who has become a public voice for agriculture in Colorado. He has established himself as a reputable and articulate voice for agriculture on state and Federal platforms including appearing in television commercials, speaking at various town halls and forums, and testifying for favorable agricultural policy at the state legislature and in Washington, DC. Show less
    • Awarded to Marc Arnusch
      Honorary Membership- Alpha Gamma Rho Alpha Gamma Rho Mar 2016
    • Awarded to Marc Arnusch
      America's Best Young Farmer and Rancher Award DTN/ Progressive Farmer Magazine Dec 2014 One of five young farmers and ranchers recognized by DTN/Progressive Farmer magazine in 2014 as being among the best in their profession. America’s Best Young Farmers and Ranchers is a DTN/The Progressive Farmer program that recognizes the next generation of farmers and ranchers who are building successful agricultural businesses and who are making positive impacts on agriculture and in their communities.Nominees for America’s Best Young Farmers and Ranchers must be 40 years… Show more One of five young farmers and ranchers recognized by DTN/Progressive Farmer magazine in 2014 as being among the best in their profession. America’s Best Young Farmers and Ranchers is a DTN/The Progressive Farmer program that recognizes the next generation of farmers and ranchers who are building successful agricultural businesses and who are making positive impacts on agriculture and in their communities.Nominees for America’s Best Young Farmers and Ranchers must be 40 years old or younger. Show less
    • Awarded to Marc Arnusch
      National YF&R Discussion Meet Finalist American Farm Bureau Federation Jan 2009 The American Farm Bureau Federation Discussion Meet competitive event simulates a committee meeting where discussion and active participation are expected from each participant. This competition is evaluated on an exchange of ideas and information on a pre-determined topic. Participants build basic discussion skills, develop a keen understanding of important agricultural issues and explore how groups can pool knowledge to reach consensus and solve problems.
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Board of Directors- Public Benefits Corp.

      Issued by Connect for Health Colorado on Aug 2020
      Connect for Health ColoradoAssociated with Marc Arnusch
    • Crops leader and basketball coach

      Issued by Wagoneers 4-H on Jan 2000
      Wagoneers 4-HAssociated with Marc Arnusch
    • Head Basketball Coach

      Issued by Littel Rebels Youth League, Club and Gold Crown Basketball Coach on Jan 2001
      Littel Rebels Youth League, Club and Gold Crown Basketball CoachAssociated with Marc Arnusch
    • Board Of Directors

      Issued by Colorado Farm Bureau Federation on Nov 2012
      Colorado Farm Bureau FederationAssociated with Marc Arnusch
    • Board Of Directors

      Issued by Colorado Farm Bureau Insurance Co. on Nov 2012
      Colorado Farm Bureau Insurance Co.Associated with Marc Arnusch
    • President

      Issued by Colorado Corn Administrative Committee on Nov 1998
      Colorado Corn Administrative CommitteeAssociated with Marc Arnusch
    • Blockchain Advisory Committee Chairman

      Issued by Colorado Department of Agriculture on Sept 2019
      Colorado Department of AgricultureAssociated with Marc Arnusch
    • Water in the West Symposium Speaker

      Issued by Colorado State University on Mar 2019
      Colorado State UniversityAssociated with Marc Arnusch
    • Water Policy Advisory Committee

      Issued by American Farm Bureau Federation on Feb 2014
      American Farm Bureau FederationAssociated with Marc Arnusch
    • Governor Apointee

      Issued by Senate Bill 13-252 Renewable Energy Mandate Advisory Committee on May 2013
      Senate Bill 13-252 Renewable Energy Mandate Advisory CommitteeAssociated with Marc Arnusch
    • Treasurer

      Issued by Colorado Farm Bureau Federation on Nov 2019
      Colorado Farm Bureau FederationAssociated with Marc Arnusch
    • Speaker at the American Farm Bureau Federation Annual Meeting in Austin, TX

      Issued by American Farm Bureau Federation on Jan 2020
      American Farm Bureau FederationAssociated with Marc Arnusch