Superior Ag Announces Leadership Transitions in Grain and Agronomy Divisions
Oct 01, 2026
For Immediate Release
HUNTINGBURG, Ind. (October 1, 2026) – Superior Ag Cooperative today announced planned leadership transitions in two of its core business divisions as longtime Grain Division Manager, Craig Haugaard, prepares to retire in October and Agronomy Division Manager, PJ Peter, plans to retire in February. As part of the transition, Superior Ag has hired Aaron Bledsoe and Jeff Hagan to serve as the cooperative’s incoming Grain Division Manager and Agronomy Division Manager, respectively.
“These transitions represent an important moment for Superior Ag,” expressed Richard Lloyd, President and CEO of Superior Ag. “Craig and PJ have provided tremendous leadership to our cooperative, our employees, and the customers we serve. We are grateful for the knowledge, dedication and relationships they have built throughout their careers. As we look ahead, we are excited to welcome Aaron and Jeff to the Superior Ag team and to see them build strong relationships with our employees and customers while leading these divisions into their next chapter.”
Craig Haugaard Aaron Bledsoe
Grain Division Leadership Transition
Aaron Bledsoe joined the cooperative on July 13 and has been working alongside Craig Haugaard over the last few months. Bledsoe brings a strong background in grain merchandising, operations, logistics and customer service. Prior to joining Superior Ag, he worked with White River Co-Op and Premier Companies, where he supported multiple Indiana locations, helped manage grain movement, and worked closely with customers and teams throughout grain operations. A graduate of the University of Southern Indiana with a degree in Business Management, Bledsoe brings a practical and team-focused approach to his new role.
“Agriculture has always been built on relationships and trust, and I am excited for the opportunity to become part of Superior Ag and work alongside its employees and customers,” Bledsoe said. “I look forward to building on the strong foundation already in place and continuing the Grain Division’s commitment to serving our farmers and communities.”
The team at Superior Ag is very grateful to Craig Haugaard for his three years of service and leadership within the Grain Division. His wealth of knowledge, vast experience, dedication to customers, and commitment to the cooperative have helped shape the division and establish a strong foundation for its future. Superior Ag looks forward to recognizing and celebrating his contributions as his October retirement approaches.
PJ Peter Jeff Hagan
Agronomy Division Leadership Transition
Jeff Hagan recently joined the cooperative on August 31 and is working alongside PJ Peter as part of the division’s leadership transition ahead of Peter’s future retirement. Hagan brings more than 30 years of agronomy, operations and leadership experience. Most recently, he served as General Manager at Waters Agricultural Laboratories, where he led the laboratory, agronomy and customer service operations supporting agricultural clients across multiple states. Throughout his career, Hagan has focused on delivering data-driven agronomic solutions, improving operational efficiency, developing teams and helping customers improve productivity and profitability. In his new role, Hagan will work closely with Superior Ag leadership, employees and customers to strengthen the Agronomy Division, support dependable service and identify opportunities for continued growth.
“I am grateful for the opportunity to become part of the Superior Ag team and look forward to contributing my experience, work ethic and commitment to serving growers,” Hagan said. “Successful agronomy leadership starts with listening, understanding the needs of customers and employees, and helping people make sound decisions that improve productivity, profitability and long-term stewardship of the land.”
For nearly two decades, PJ Peter has served Superior Ag with unwavering dedication, sharing his invaluable guidance, deep knowledge and genuine commitment with the cooperative and the farmers we serve. We are deeply grateful for the relationships he has built, the leadership he has provided and the lasting impact of his 18 years of service. Peter will continue serving Superior Ag throughout the transition, helping ensure continuity and generously sharing the experience and insight he has gained over the course of his career. As his retirement approaches, Superior Ag looks forward to honoring Peter and celebrating the many contributions he has made to our cooperative.
These leadership transitions reflect Superior Ag’s commitment to honoring the experience and contributions of those who have helped shape the cooperative while thoughtfully preparing for the future. Above all, the cooperative remains focused on supporting its employees and delivering dependable service and lasting value to its member-owners, customers, and communities for years to come.
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About Superior Ag
Superior Ag is a farmer-owned cooperative that provides a full range of agronomy, grain, livestock nutrition, and energy support to farmers in southwestern Indiana, northern and central Kentucky, and the bordering regions of Illinois. With 13 agronomy locations, 6 grain elevators, a state-of-the-art feed mill and feed store, and 2 retail fuel stations, Superior Ag is committed to providing superior value to member-customers through consistent delivery of high-quality products, innovation and service. Superior Ag also has an ownership stake with SynEnergy, providing liquid power fuels and propane that is 100 percent American-refined through CountryMark-branded fuels. More information can be found at www.SuperiorAg.com. Follow Superior Ag on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.
MEDIA CONTACT
Chelsea O’Brien
Marketing Communications Manager
cobrien@superiorag.com
812.683.2809x1113
HUNTINGBURG, Ind. (October 1, 2026) – Superior Ag Cooperative today announced planned leadership transitions in two of its core business divisions as longtime Grain Division Manager, Craig Haugaard, prepares to retire in October and Agronomy Division Manager, PJ Peter, plans to retire in February. As part of the transition, Superior Ag has hired Aaron Bledsoe and Jeff Hagan to serve as the cooperative’s incoming Grain Division Manager and Agronomy Division Manager, respectively.
“These transitions represent an important moment for Superior Ag,” expressed Richard Lloyd, President and CEO of Superior Ag. “Craig and PJ have provided tremendous leadership to our cooperative, our employees, and the customers we serve. We are grateful for the knowledge, dedication and relationships they have built throughout their careers. As we look ahead, we are excited to welcome Aaron and Jeff to the Superior Ag team and to see them build strong relationships with our employees and customers while leading these divisions into their next chapter.”
Craig Haugaard Aaron Bledsoe
Grain Division Leadership Transition
Aaron Bledsoe joined the cooperative on July 13 and has been working alongside Craig Haugaard over the last few months. Bledsoe brings a strong background in grain merchandising, operations, logistics and customer service. Prior to joining Superior Ag, he worked with White River Co-Op and Premier Companies, where he supported multiple Indiana locations, helped manage grain movement, and worked closely with customers and teams throughout grain operations. A graduate of the University of Southern Indiana with a degree in Business Management, Bledsoe brings a practical and team-focused approach to his new role.
“Agriculture has always been built on relationships and trust, and I am excited for the opportunity to become part of Superior Ag and work alongside its employees and customers,” Bledsoe said. “I look forward to building on the strong foundation already in place and continuing the Grain Division’s commitment to serving our farmers and communities.”
The team at Superior Ag is very grateful to Craig Haugaard for his three years of service and leadership within the Grain Division. His wealth of knowledge, vast experience, dedication to customers, and commitment to the cooperative have helped shape the division and establish a strong foundation for its future. Superior Ag looks forward to recognizing and celebrating his contributions as his October retirement approaches.
PJ Peter Jeff Hagan
Agronomy Division Leadership Transition
Jeff Hagan recently joined the cooperative on August 31 and is working alongside PJ Peter as part of the division’s leadership transition ahead of Peter’s future retirement. Hagan brings more than 30 years of agronomy, operations and leadership experience. Most recently, he served as General Manager at Waters Agricultural Laboratories, where he led the laboratory, agronomy and customer service operations supporting agricultural clients across multiple states. Throughout his career, Hagan has focused on delivering data-driven agronomic solutions, improving operational efficiency, developing teams and helping customers improve productivity and profitability. In his new role, Hagan will work closely with Superior Ag leadership, employees and customers to strengthen the Agronomy Division, support dependable service and identify opportunities for continued growth.
“I am grateful for the opportunity to become part of the Superior Ag team and look forward to contributing my experience, work ethic and commitment to serving growers,” Hagan said. “Successful agronomy leadership starts with listening, understanding the needs of customers and employees, and helping people make sound decisions that improve productivity, profitability and long-term stewardship of the land.”
For nearly two decades, PJ Peter has served Superior Ag with unwavering dedication, sharing his invaluable guidance, deep knowledge and genuine commitment with the cooperative and the farmers we serve. We are deeply grateful for the relationships he has built, the leadership he has provided and the lasting impact of his 18 years of service. Peter will continue serving Superior Ag throughout the transition, helping ensure continuity and generously sharing the experience and insight he has gained over the course of his career. As his retirement approaches, Superior Ag looks forward to honoring Peter and celebrating the many contributions he has made to our cooperative.
These leadership transitions reflect Superior Ag’s commitment to honoring the experience and contributions of those who have helped shape the cooperative while thoughtfully preparing for the future. Above all, the cooperative remains focused on supporting its employees and delivering dependable service and lasting value to its member-owners, customers, and communities for years to come.
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About Superior Ag
Superior Ag is a farmer-owned cooperative that provides a full range of agronomy, grain, livestock nutrition, and energy support to farmers in southwestern Indiana, northern and central Kentucky, and the bordering regions of Illinois. With 13 agronomy locations, 6 grain elevators, a state-of-the-art feed mill and feed store, and 2 retail fuel stations, Superior Ag is committed to providing superior value to member-customers through consistent delivery of high-quality products, innovation and service. Superior Ag also has an ownership stake with SynEnergy, providing liquid power fuels and propane that is 100 percent American-refined through CountryMark-branded fuels. More information can be found at www.SuperiorAg.com. Follow Superior Ag on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.
MEDIA CONTACT
Chelsea O’Brien
Marketing Communications Manager
cobrien@superiorag.com
812.683.2809x1113