Carson Hawke has joined Premier as a Human Resource Generalist. Carson obtained his Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, and Management from Penn State. “I am looking forward to working with an exceptionally great and genuine group of people throughout the entire organization and ultimately growing into a trusted partner and...

Vanessa Hostetter- Reproductive Services Specialist
This week, we are thrilled to highlight Vanessa Hostetter, a Reproductive Services Specialist based in the Central region, covering Northern Lancaster and Lebanon counties.Vanessa has spent 5.5 years with Premier, starting her journey as an extern while studying at Penn State. She officially joined the company as an intern in...

Duane Caler- Area Sales Manager
This week, we are highlighting Duane Caler, an Area Sales Manager for Northern Vermont and Northern New York!Duane has spent 20 years with Premier, dedicated to the same role. He follows a busy six-week schedule delivering semen, filling liquid nitrogen tanks, and providing essential cow and calf care products. Duane...

Parke Heisey- Reproductive Services Specialist
We are thrilled to highlight Parke Heisey, a Reproductive Services Specialist based in Lebanon, PA!Parke has spent nearly 16 years with Premier, dedicated to the same role he has had since the beginning. Every day, he focuses on promptly and consistently servicing breeding calls. He balances morning and afternoon farm...

Kevin Lincomfelt- Sales Support Specialist
This week, we are highlighting Kevin Lincomfelt, our Sales Support Specialist for the Southern Region!Kevin joined the Premier team in June 2023. In his role, he keeps a sharp eye on day-to-day operations by assisting with CowManager sales and support for the entire southern region, managing reproduction protocols for dairies,...

Kristy Temple- Reproductive Services Specialist
This week, we are thrilled to highlight Kristy Temple!Kristy is a Reproductive Services Specialist Supervisor for the Northern Region. She started with Premier six years ago as a summer intern. She later served as a Relief Technician and then managed her own technician area across the Finger Lakes, Southern Tier,...

Premier Select Sires Introduces Enhanced Rewards Program
Premier Select Sires is proud to be a farmer-owned cooperative. Our Board of Directors works hard to keep the organization running efficiently while seeking new ways to benefit farmer owners. Premier is excited to introduce the Enhanced Rewards Program, which allows farmer owners to earn credits with qualifying purchases. Those...

Jordyn Block Joins Premier as Area Sales Manager
Jordyn Block has joined Premier as an Area Sales Manager in New York. Please join us in welcoming her! Jordyn is a recent Kansas State graduate with a background in beef cattle. “I am looking forward to meeting everyone and helping herds in my territory improve,” said Jordyn. “I am...

Jeff Benedict- Area Sales Manager
This week, we are proud to feature Jeff Benedict in our Employee Highlight! Jeff has served as an Area Sales Manager with Premier for 13 years, focusing his expertise on guiding customers toward the best genetic choices for their operations.When asked what he finds most rewarding about his role, Jeff states,...

John Weiler Retires after 14 Years of Service
John Weiler, Reproductive Services Specialist in Pennsylvania, retires June 30, 2026 after 14 years of service. Please join us in congratulating him! John grew up on a mixed enterprise farm with chickens, beef, and dairy. As a junior in high school, he attended an AI class sponsored by American Breeders...
