Ellie Dinkel
Ellie, a member of the VFF team since 2023, calls Sharon Springs, KS, her hometown. Growing up in an agricultural family, Ellie was exposed to a range of farm activities, from raising pigs and sheep to actively participating in wheat harvesting for her grandpa. As she grew up, she became interested in auto and mechanical […]
Wilmari Storm
Wilmari, a team member at VFF since 2023, arrived on an H2A visa from the heart of the Free State, Harrismith, South Africa. With a rich background, she grew up working on her family farm, specializing in custom harvesting. Beyond agriculture, Wilmari pursued studies in hairdressing and beauty, eventually opening her own salon business in […]
Benard Dyck
Benard, coming from the agricultural background of Mexico, bringing with him a wealth of farming experience. Prior to joining VFF in 2023, he worked on a farm in Meade in 2020, marking the beginning of his journey in the United States. Family-oriented, he shares his life with his wife, Anna, and their three children. Within […]
Rudi Raath
Rudi, a team member at VFF since 2023 on an H2A visa from Lydenburg, South Africa, brings great experience and a strong work ethic. Before coming to the United States, he was a supervisor at a smelter in Lydenburg. At VFF, his main responsibilities include manure spreading and trucking. Known for his hard work and […]
Juan Wiebe
Juan, coming from Chihuahua, Mexico, has roots in farming, having grown up immersed in the agricultural lifestyle. Prior to joining VFF, his journey included becoming a skilled mechanic. He came to the United States in 2023 with his wife Edna and their three children. He began working at VFF the same year. Juan’s main responsibility […]
Daniel Wieler
Daniel, originally from Cuauhtemoc Chihuahua, Mexico, has been working at VFF since 2020. After completing his education in Mexico, he worked at his father’s pinto beans grain facility having various responsibilities there. With his agricultural background and strong work ethic, he integrates into the team nicely. At VFF, he handles different tasks such as equipment […]
Jackson Rumford
Jackson Rumford is the son of Jaime and Karen Rumford and is a student at Scott Community High School. He is a multi-athlete, excelling in football, basketball, track, and golf. Jackson began working at VFF in the summer of 2022. He is known for being reliable and getting along with everyone. Jackson contributes to various […]
Kevin Wiebe
Kevin is the youngest son of Abe Wiebe Sr. and Elizabeth and is the last family member to begin working at VFF. Kevin is currently a student at Scott Community High School and is enjoying getting involved in different activities including football, wrestling, and track. Kevin started working at VFF this summer and shows up […]
Ernest Klassen
Ernest was born and raised in Mexico, and initially joined VFF to help out with trucking during the fall harvest of 2022. However, he quickly demonstrated his exceptional work ethic and dedication, and decided to continue working for VFF on a H2A agricultural visa. Ernest enjoys camping, going to the gym and hunting. His love […]
John Froese (Woody)
John migrated to the United States when he was about 10 years old after living in Chihuahua, Mexico. They visited the country earlier to explore and decided to settle here to fulfill their dreams. John attended school in Leoti, Kansas until he began working full-time farming and working at feedyards. In 2011, he married his […]