Integrated Agribusiness Professionals (IAP), Fresno, Calif., announced on July 11 that Adam Dye and Scott Johnson have joined the company as Fertilizer Vice Presidents. IAP said their hiring coincides with the retirement of Steve Spangler “after a long and stellar career in the fertilizer industry.”
“Steve Spangler has been a tremendous asset to our organization,” said Jim Fargo, IAP President.” He is a respected professional, his knowledge, experience, and relationships will be missed. Steve brought tremendous value to our independent retailers and we wish him a prosperous and healthy retirement.”
Dye will join IAP on July 12. His experience includes founding the Ag Inputs division of Western Milling in 2017, and developing the first unit train fertilizer facility in California while building a wholesale and retail business in the Central Valley.
Johnson was Director of Potash Sales and Marketing at Intrepid Potash, led business development and sales at ADM, and most recently served as Director of Sales at Compass Minerals, where he built and led the North America team supporting the ag, turf, and industrial markets in the US. He will also join IAP on July 12.
“I am excited about leaving IAP in these very capable hands,” said Spangler. “Their wealth of experience will help IAP grow and lead the organization well into the future.”
IAP was founded in 1991 and today represents 35 independent retailers across the US ag market with combined agricultural sales in excess of $2 billion.