M&K Henderson Family Farm
M&K Henderson Family Farm
THE BECOMING OF M&K HENDERSON FAMILY FARM TODAY
THE BECOMING OF M&K HENDERSON FAMILY FARM TODAY
FROM THE GROUND UP
THE HISTORY OF M&K HENDERSON FAMILY FARM
FROM THE GROUND UP
THE HISTORY OF M&K HENDERSON FAMILY FARM
Our farm began when Jonas E. Hawkins, at the age of 21, inherited 40 acres from his father, located 2.5 miles east of Sharpsville. He gradually added to his holdings until he owned 900 acres and was the largest landowner in Liberty Township. "It would be idle to say that he has accomplished this from any other than honest methods, upright integrity and conscientious devotion to duty" (History of Tipton County, Indiana by M.W. Pershing 1914).
Some of his children, including James "Mont" Hawkins and his wife Lilly Belle continued the family farm tradition. Mont & Belle's daughter, Frances "Jane" married Hubert "Max" Henderson, who was also a farmer. Max's parents, Hubert & Frieda, were both educators who had a knack for travel, business ventures, exploration and were also involved in agriculture. Max and Jane's son, Monty, graduated from Purdue University with a bachelor's degree in Ag Economics, then married Kandi Barcus.
After partnering with his parents until their retirement, Monty and Kandi assumed the role as the farm operators. They are the "M&K" of the M&K Henderson Family Farm. Born to them are son Austin, a Purdue graduate with a BS degree in Ag Systems Management and an AS degree in Agronomy who is married to Alandra - an accomplished hair stylist who is also from a farm family. In addition to his duties as owner of Henderson Ag Advantage (a seed and crop supply distributor), Austin has a leading role in the daily farm operations, management and agronomic decisions. Daughter "Alex" is employed as a feed procurement buyer in the dairy industry. She earned her Purdue BS in Ag Economics, with an emphasis on animal nutrition and marketing.
Our philosophy is to be good stewards of the land we farm. We are not the most typical farm and we choose not to be. Our base is on the site where Jonas built his farmstead. We believe in education, community service, and integrity - much like Jonas Hawkins did when he began this farm in 1882.
The old barn with Jonas Hawkins & family. This is where our farmstead is located today.
WHAT MAKE US
UNIQUE
WHAT MAKE US
UNIQUE
HENDERSON AG ADVANTAGE
HENDERSON AG ADVANTAGE
'HAA' is a full service agriculture supply company specializing in Pioneer Seeds, Crop Excellence, Meristem Ag, and Granular Insights. Austin created 'HAA' in 2013.
SOIL HEALTH
SOIL HEALTH
M&K is committed to continual improvement of soil health. Monty converted to conservation tillage early in his career and now we perform strip tillage and utilize cover crops to create a healthier soil environment.
CUSTOM FARMING
CUSTOM FARMING
M&K provides custom farm services to those located in our geographic footprint.
COMERCIAL TRUCKING
COMERCIAL TRUCKING
We are a registered USDOT interstate carrier. We haul commercial freight, serving primarily agribusinesses We also haul seasonal farm goods.
Our Team
Our Team
Without these folks, we would not be where we are today.
Without these folks, we would not be where we are today.
Kandi Henderson
Kandi Henderson
Book Keeper & Lunch Lady
Book Keeper & Lunch Lady
Kandi keeps us all fed and moving during peak seasons. She also handles a lot of our communications. It's always a pleasure to gather around her table for a meal.
Max Henderson
Max Henderson
The "Old Boss"
The "Old Boss"
Max is a permanent fixture. His vast knowledge of all things mechanical has always been a tremendous asset.
Jane Henderson
Jane Henderson
Ice Tea Maker
Ice Tea Maker
Jane has made so much tea for the crew, we can't even guess how much that would be. Always an encouraging and smiling presence.
Henry & Bennette
Henry & Bennette
Farm Dogs
Farm Dogs
The "boys" are the official farm greeters. When Henry sits on your foot, you will know that you are accepted.
- M&K Henderson Family Farm-
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