Ryan Ludwig

Agricultural operations and agribusiness professional with a bachelor's degree and hands-on responsibility across approximately 3,500 acres per season: 400 acres managed independently and about 3,100 acres supported through crop application work for Stauffer Farms.

Experience includes farm planning, Spra-Coupe operation, field logistics, equipment maintenance and repair coordination, crop-input sales, grower service, purchasing support, recordkeeping, and long-term team leadership. Known for practical problem-solving, steady communication, and organized execution during time-sensitive seasons.

Independent Farm Operator & Land Manager at Ludwig Family Farm (2020-01 – Present)

• Direct seasonal operations across approximately 400 acres, coordinating field priorities, inputs, equipment availability, outside services, and production needs.
• Schedule work around crop conditions, weather, and narrow planting, application, and harvest windows.
• Maintain operating and production records; review costs, seasonal performance, and market information to guide resource decisions.
• Coordinate equipment readiness, maintenance, and repairs to reduce downtime and keep fieldwork moving.

Agricultural Equipment & Crop-Application Operator at Stauffer Farms (2020-01 – Present)

• Operate Spra-Coupe crop-application equipment supporting approximately 3,100 acres per season.
• Coordinate field sequence, application timing, tender access, equipment readiness, and changing daily priorities.
• Diagnose mechanical problems and perform or arrange maintenance and repairs to limit downtime.
• Track hours, acres, equipment needs, and operating issues; communicate daily progress and solutions to farm leadership.

Assistant Sales Manager at Crop Production Services (1997-01 – 2002-12)

• Supported crop-input sales and day-to-day branch operations for a retail agribusiness serving area growers.
• Coordinated grower needs, product availability, service priorities, and branch workflows during peak seasonal periods.
• Built customer relationships through product knowledge, clear communication, and responsive service.

Agricultural Operations Laborer at Legacy Farmers Co-Op (1995-01 – 1997-12)

• Supported daily cooperative operations involving agricultural equipment, materials, workflow, and seasonal demands.

Teacher, Athletic Director & Substitute Educator at Northwest Ohio Public Schools (2005-01 – 2020-12)

Selected appointments: Hardin Northern & USV Schools (2019-2020); Arcadia High/Middle School (2016-2019); Kenton Middle School (2010-2016); Kenton High School (2006-2010); multiple districts (2005-2006).

• Planned programs, schedules, lessons, and events while managing competing priorities, fixed deadlines, and detailed records.
• Managed athletic programs and events as Athletic Director at Arcadia High/Middle School, coordinating staff, participants, facilities, schedules, and communications.
• Trained and mentored people with varied experience levels; communicated clearly with families, coworkers, administrators, and community stakeholders.
• Used Google Classroom and 1:1 technology to organize work and maintain continuity; earned a Skilled rating under the Ohio Teacher Evaluation System.

Basketball & Football Coach at Multiple Northwest Ohio School Programs (1992-01 – 2016-12)

Programs include Ada, Bluffton, Carey, Cory-Rawson, Hardin Northern, Kenton, Swanton, and Vanlue.

• Served in head and assistant coaching roles from middle school through varsity levels, including program leadership, player development, practice planning, and team strategy.
• Led teams and staff through rebuilding periods, reinforced accountability, and mentored athletes on and off the field or court.

Bachelor of Arts in Integrated Social Studies Education, Grades 7-12 – University of Findlay (2005-01)