At Christensen Farms, we sure know how to have a good time! 🐷 We had so much fun at our Forest City Feed Mill Open House this past week! Thank you to everyone who came out for a great time, enjoyed some delicious food, and toured our mill! 🌽🏭 Shoutout to everyone who took part in our Social Media Activity by taking a photo and receiving a free CF hat! 📸 #cffarms #ChristensenFarms #OpenHouse #Celebrating50Years
About us
Founded in 1974 as a small family operation, Christensen Farms is now a leading producer and processor of high quality pork products with operations in Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois, Nebraska and South Dakota. Marketing nearly 4 million market pigs per year, Christensen Farms is also the largest shareholder of Triumph Foods, LLC. Located in St. Joseph, Missouri, Triumph Foods is a leading processor of pork products for both the domestic and global marketplace. Through Triumph Foods, Triumph members own 50 percent of Daily’s Premium Meats, a further pork processing company specializing in premium bacon, ham and other pork products. Offering a highly collaborative and professional work environment along with endless opportunities for development and growth, learn how you can combine your passion with a growing career at Christensen Farms.
- Website
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http://www.christensenfarms.com
External link for Christensen Farms
- Industry
- Farming
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Sleepy Eye, MN
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1974
- Specialties
- Agriculture - Swine, Integrated Food Producer - Pork, Environmental Management, and Animal Care & Well-Being
Locations
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Primary
23971 County Road 10
Sleepy Eye, MN 56085, US
Employees at Christensen Farms
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Shane Steffensen
Business executive with proven track record of delivering profitable growth. COO / President / CFO
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Amanda Case MBA
Human Resources Director at Christensen Farms
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Brenda Christensen
Self employed-Manager at Christensen Farms & Home
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JoDee Haala
Vice President, Sustainability
Updates
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Our summer production interns at one of our Nebraska farms concluded their 5-week assignment with a team meal on their final day. Now, they embark on the next phase of their internship journey, which includes heading to a new farm location in order to maximize their learning potential and allow them to meet new people and learn new processes. A sincere thank you to everyone who contributes to the success of our internship program. Your dedication and hard work are integral to providing these valuable learning opportunities. We are proud to offer an enriching experience that fosters growth and development for all involved! #InternshipProgram #ProfessionalGrowth #TeamCF #FutureLeaders #LearningOpportunity #ChristensenFarms
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We had an incredible summer afternoon filled with ice cream, pork chops, and insightful tours during our Sleepy Eye Office & Feed Mill Open House! 🍦🥩🌞 Celebrating 50 years of successful business operations, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all employees, partners, and stakeholders who have supported and contributed to our growth and success. 🎉 The event highlighted our achievements and innovations in the agriculture industry over the past five decades. It also provided a wonderful opportunity to foster connections and strengthen relationships with our valued customers, suppliers, government officials, and community members. Educational sessions, tours, and demonstrations offered attendees insights into our operations, sustainable practices, and unwavering commitment to animal welfare, food safety, and environmental stewardship. We are deeply grateful to our sponsors, vendors, and amazing volunteers for making this event possible. A special appreciation goes to Brown County Pork Producers for providing the delicious pork chops. Thank you for joining us in celebrating this milestone. Together, we celebrated not just our milestone but the strong bonds that make such occasions memorable. #CelebrateMilestone #ShowcaseAchievements #StrengthenRelationships #EducateAndInform #PromoteBrandAwareness #SummerFun #50thAnniversary #FeedMillOpenHouse #SleepyEye #Cffarms #ChristensenFarms
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🌱📅 Trivia Tuesday! When did Christensen Farms formalize their Agronomy Department, which oversees environmental compliance and nutrient management? A) 1992 B) 1997 C) 2001 D) 2005 Comment your guess below! 👇 #TriviaTuesday #Agronomy #CFfarms #ChristensenFarms
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People. Pigs. Planet. Prosperity. It’s what we do. 🌎🐷 Recently, Richard Adair at our Nebraska location celebrated 40 years at Christensen Farms with a surprise party thrown by his team members. 🎉 At Christensen Farms, we prioritize our employees and maintain a growth-oriented culture that lets passion drive the purpose. Congratulations, Richard, and thanks for all you do! 🙌 #ChristensenFarms #EmployeesFirst #PassionToPurpose #Teamwork
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🌟 Now Hiring: Animal Care Technician - Wean to Finish! 🌟 Are you interested in working with pigs? Do you want to join a company where excellence is recognized and advancement opportunities are earned? Christensen Farms is looking for an Animal Care Technician to join our wean to finish team in Fairmont, MN. Starting pay is $20/hr with a great benefits package! Join us in making a difference every day! Apply now and become a part of our dedicated team. 🐷✨ https://bit.ly/4cjsuh7 #JobOpening #NowHiring #AnimalCare #HiringNow #ChristensenFarms #CareerOpportunity
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Christensen Farms had the pleasure of hosting the Minnesota Farm Bureau last week! We provided an overview of our operations and some new hats to celebrate our 50th anniversary! It was a fantastic opportunity to connect and share our passion for agriculture and highlight the success of Christensen Farms. 🚜🌾🐷 #ChristensenFarms #PeopleFirst
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🌟 Honoring Our Contract Farmer Partners as We Celebrate 50 Years! 🌟 At Christensen Farms, we recognize that our success over the past five decades is largely due to the unwavering support and dedication of our contract farmer partners. These relationships have been pivotal, contributing to our mission of providing safe, nutritious pork to communities worldwide. In our June 50th Anniversary video, we spotlight the exceptional farmers who play a crucial role in our collective success. Join us in celebrating their hard work and commitment to excellence. Watch the video and discover more about the partnerships that have been foundational to our legacy. #ChristensenFarms50 #Agriculture #FarmingPartnerships #SustainableFarming https://lnkd.in/gDWRJvgZ
CF 50th Anniversary Series - June 2024
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At Christensen Farms, we're all about top-notch care for our pigs! 🐷❤️ We follow strict guidelines and make sure our team is Pork Quality Assurance (PQA) Plus® certified every year. Upholding a zero-tolerance policy for animal mistreatment and neglect, all employees and partners have a duty-to-report requirement that ensures their active participation in maintaining the highest standards of animal welfare. Employees and partners have access to an anonymous Animal Welfare Hotline, a dedicated channel to address and rectify any concerns regarding the treatment of animals in their care. Read more about our animal well-being practices by reading our sustainability report: https://bit.ly/3V4rwwY Happy pigs, happy farm! #AnimalWellBeing #ChristensenFarms
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A week of growth, learning, and networking at the 2024 Youth Leadership Conference! 💪❤️ Our summer interns gained invaluable insights on authenticity, the agriculture job market, HR tips, veterinary medicine, market development, gene editing, polarization, and strategic communications through inspiring keynotes and panel discussions. Plus, they took part in a service project by creating snack packs for kids at the Ronald McDonald House. ❤️ Huge thanks to Minnesota Pork and all the sponsors who made this event a success! #YLAC2024 #AgLeaders #FutureOfAg #Networking #Community #ChristensenFarms