Agtegra Announces New SVP of Agronomy Brian Knifong
Jun 01, 2026
Agtegra Cooperative is pleased to announce and welcome Brian Knifong as its new Senior Vice President of Agronomy, effective July 1, 2026. In this role, Brian will lead the company’s agronomy strategy and drive innovative, customer-focused solutions. He will oversee all aspects of agronomy, including vendor-partner relationships, product portfolio management, procurement, sales and business development.
Brian joins the Agtegra executive leadership team with more than 30 years of experience in the ag industry and a strong background in agronomy, sales, marketing, and executive leadership. He began his career with MFA (Missouri Farmers Association) in custom application and sales, building a solid foundation in agronomy and customer relationships. Brian later worked for BASF before transitioning to Nutrien Ag Solutions in Loveland, Colorado, where he spent 20 years in several leadership roles, including Director of Marketing and Product Development for Loveland Products and, most recently, Head of Marketing and Customer Experience. In this role, he partnered closely with the North American sales team to drive value through optimized pricing strategies, integrated portfolio management, agronomically driven product positioning, and targeted grower programs.
We look forward to the energy and passion Brian brings for inspiring sales teams and elevating the customer experience. His people-first leadership style and proven track record of building collaborative, high-performing teams earned him recognition as the 2026 NAMA Agribusiness Leader of the Year.
Brian grew up in Missouri and attended the University of Central Missouri, where he met his wife, Amy. Together with their two children, they have built a life centered on faith, family, and community.
Please join us in welcoming Brian and his family to the Agtegra team.
Brian joins the Agtegra executive leadership team with more than 30 years of experience in the ag industry and a strong background in agronomy, sales, marketing, and executive leadership. He began his career with MFA (Missouri Farmers Association) in custom application and sales, building a solid foundation in agronomy and customer relationships. Brian later worked for BASF before transitioning to Nutrien Ag Solutions in Loveland, Colorado, where he spent 20 years in several leadership roles, including Director of Marketing and Product Development for Loveland Products and, most recently, Head of Marketing and Customer Experience. In this role, he partnered closely with the North American sales team to drive value through optimized pricing strategies, integrated portfolio management, agronomically driven product positioning, and targeted grower programs.
We look forward to the energy and passion Brian brings for inspiring sales teams and elevating the customer experience. His people-first leadership style and proven track record of building collaborative, high-performing teams earned him recognition as the 2026 NAMA Agribusiness Leader of the Year.
Brian grew up in Missouri and attended the University of Central Missouri, where he met his wife, Amy. Together with their two children, they have built a life centered on faith, family, and community.
Please join us in welcoming Brian and his family to the Agtegra team.