Washington, D.C., April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The National 4-H Council Board of Trustees welcomes Shannon Hauf, Senior Vice President and Head of North America, Australia and New Zealand Product Supply at Bayer Crop Science.
As a Minnesota 4-H alum, Hauf has built a career focused on innovation, sustainability and supporting women in the sector. She has a lifelong connection to agriculture, having grown up on a corn, soybean and livestock farm in southern Minnesota where she remains actively involved in her family’s farming operations.
“Shannon’s long track record of leadership in agriculture makes her a great addition to our Board of Trustees,” said Mark Berven, 4-H Council Board Chair and President & COO of Nationwide Insurance. “We’re certain as she creates more career opportunities for women in the industry, she will help 4-H cultivate the next generation of leaders who are Beyond Ready for success.”
At Bayer Crop Science, Hauf leads a team responsible for delivering the highest quality crop protection and seed products to farmers. Her impact in the agriculture sector has been recognized through multiple industry awards, including honors for leadership in agriculture technology and contributions to sustainable farming practices. She will leverage this experience and passion to help prepare youth for success in work and life.
Hauf is actively involved as a 4-H leader in Missouri where her children are members.
“I’m exactly where I want to be, at the crossroads of innovation and the farm and 4-H helped me get there. Those early programs taught me strategy planning, communications and confidence. On the Board, I will use my leadership and influence to help prepare youth for the evolving needs in the ag industry.”
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