Farmers National Company

Farmers National Company is a farm and management company offering landowners and investors a full line of services. Founded in 1929 by C.J. Claassen with the help of Bruce Russell, a former county agent, the company began by implementing a system of farm management for non-resident landowners. Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, it has grown into the nation's leading landowner services company. The company is 100% employee-owned, a status it achieved in 2000. Its services include farm and ranch management, real estate sales and acquisitions, appraisal, consultation, and conservation and energy management. Farmers National Company manages millions of acres across the United States and conducts auctions and listings for farmland, ranches, recreational properties, and agri-commercial real estate. The company emphasizes its deep roots and family-like culture, serving landowners, farm families, and rural property owners through a network of agents and offices nationwide.

Farmers National Company was founded in November 1929 by C.J. Claassen, a forward-thinking businessman who saw potential in a new idea during the year of the stock market crash. With the help of Bruce Russell, a former county agent with a farming background, Claassen implemented a system of farm management for non-resident landowners, accomplished efficiently and profitably. The firm was named Farmers National Company. In 2000, the company became 100% employee-owned, a structure that fosters a family-like atmosphere and dedication to excellence. Over the decades, it has grown into the nation's leading landowner services company, offering a full line of services to landowners and investors, including farm and ranch management, real estate sales, appraisal, consultation, and conservation and energy management. The company continues to operate with a nationwide network of agents and offices, conducting auctions and listings for various types of land.

• 2000

  Became 100% employee-owned.

• 1929

  Founded by C.J. Claassen with Bruce Russell; implemented farm management for non-resident landowners.

The nation's leading landowner services company, 100% employee-owned and dedicated to excellence.

• Farm and Ranch Management

  Professional management of agricultural land for landowners, including crop planning, tenant relations, and financial oversight.

• Real Estate Sales and Auctions

  Marketing and sale of farmland, ranches, recreational properties, and agri-commercial real estate through auctions and listings.

• Appraisal Services

  Valuation of agricultural and rural properties for various purposes.

• Consultation

  Advisory services on land use, succession planning, and agricultural operations.

• Conservation and Energy Management

  Management of conservation programs and energy leases on agricultural land.

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