Wade Miller
About Wade Miller
Wade Miller serves as the Senior Director of Farm Resources at Organic Valley, where he leads initiatives to enhance farm sustainability and farmer engagement. With a background in farm loan management and organic farming practices, he has over two decades of experience in the agricultural sector.
Current Role at Organic Valley
Wade Miller serves as the Senior Director of Farm Resources at Organic Valley, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he leads a team dedicated to enhancing farm sustainability and farmer engagement through organic farming practices. His responsibilities include overseeing initiatives that support organic certification processes and farm business management, contributing to the overall financial success of organic farms.
Previous Experience at USDA Farm Service Agency
Wade Miller has a substantial background with the USDA Farm Service Agency, where he worked for 16 years as a Farm Loan Manager from 1995 to 2011. He then transitioned to the role of District Director from 2011 to 2013. During his tenure, he focused on providing financial assistance and resources to farmers in Southwest Wisconsin, gaining valuable insights into farm management and operations.
Experience at Organic Valley
Before becoming the Senior Director of Farm Resources, Wade Miller worked as the Farm Development Manager at Organic Valley from 2013 to 2019. In this capacity, he contributed to the development and implementation of programs aimed at supporting organic farmers, enhancing their operational capabilities, and ensuring compliance with organic certification standards.
Education and Expertise
Wade Miller studied at Iowa State University, where he gained foundational knowledge in agriculture and farm management. His expertise extends to organic certification processes, which he utilizes in his current role to assist farmers in navigating the complexities of organic farming. His extensive experience in farm business management further supports his ability to drive financial success for organic farms.