Leland Barksdale
About Leland Barksdale
Leland Barksdale serves as the Indiana Operations Manager at Commodity Blenders, Inc., overseeing operations at grain storage facilities and feed mills. He has a diverse background in the agricultural and manufacturing sectors, with experience in managing feed production and logistics.
Current Role at Commodity Blenders, Inc.
Leland Barksdale serves as the Indiana Operations Manager at Commodity Blenders, Inc. since 2021. In this role, he oversees operations at two grain storage facilities and a retail store, in addition to managing feed mills. He is responsible for logistics to ensure continuous production at the feed mills and timely delivery to customers. Barksdale also oversees the construction and completion of a feed mill with a capacity of over 1000 tons per day.
Previous Experience in the Feed Industry
Before joining Commodity Blenders, Inc., Leland Barksdale worked at Herbruck's Poultry Ranch as Plant Manager for the feed mill in Topeka, Indiana from 2017 to 2021. He also held positions at Hubbard Feeds, where he worked as Mill Utility and Millwright/Maintenance from 2014 to 2016. His experience in these roles contributed to his expertise in feed production and management.
Education and Training Background
Leland Barksdale completed his General Education studies at Sem Yeto High School, earning a diploma from 1995 to 1999. He furthered his education at Pima Community College, where he studied General Studies from 2008 to 2011. This educational background has provided him with foundational knowledge applicable to his career in operations management.
Achievements in Organic Feed Production
In his previous role at Herbruck's Poultry Ranch, Leland Barksdale successfully managed the transition to organic feed production, achieving certification in September 2021. This accomplishment highlights his capability in overseeing significant operational changes within the feed industry.
Military Service Background
Leland Barksdale served in the US Navy from 1999 to 2004 as an Aviation Boatswain's Mate (ABH) aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72). His military experience has contributed to his skills in management and operations, which he applies in his current role.