With a career spanning nearly three decades in food and agriculture, Matt Carstens is known for his strategic foresight, hands-on leadership, and ability to deliver results through growth, innovation, and collaboration.

Matt has served in senior executive roles at Land O’Lakes United Suppliers and Landus, leading teams through times of opportunity and change. Whether driving mergers and acquisitions, expanding sales operations, or cultivating new technologies in ag, Matt’s leadership style blends bold thinking with grounded execution.

A graduate of Iowa State University, Matt believes in lifelong learning and in constantly evolving to meet the demands of a dynamic industry. He’s also served on multiple boards, contributing to governance, strategy, and future planning.

But beyond the professional accolades, Matt is someone who never forgets where he came from. Raised with a strong work ethic and values shaped by farm life, he’s just as comfortable talking innovation as he is picking up rocks in the field.

When he’s not leading in the boardroom, you’ll find him with his family—his strongest source of strength, inspiration, and purpose.