LOCAL FARM MANAGER EARNS HIGHEST PROFESSIONAL STATUS

GLENDALE, CO September 5, 2025 – Alex Rhoda, AFM, Hiatt Farmland Services, Champaign, IL has been awarded the Accredited Farm Manager (AFM) designation from the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers® (ASFMRA®).

Rhoda earned the AFM designation by meeting stringent requirements in experience and education in addition to passing rigorous written examination and abiding by the American Society's Code of Ethics. Rhoda joins a select 43 percent of the ASFMRA membership who have received the Accredited status and currently maintain it through the ASFMRA continuing education program.

Accredited Farm Managers are specifically educated and experienced in agricultural management and understand efficient production and profitable marketing by focusing on procedure, analysis, critical thinking and innovation. Farm Managers have specialized expertise in production, business, environmental issues and government activities. Accredited Farm Managers possess additional specialized expertise and are connected to a national network of professional resources and information.

The American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers® (ASFMRA®) is the largest professional society for rural property land experts, boasting over 2100 members in 31 chapters throughout the United States. ASFMRA truly represents The Most Trusted Rural Property Professionals and is the organization for individuals who provide management, consultation, and valuation services, as well as real estate services on rural and agricultural assets. The land experts who hold membership in ASFMRA work under a professional code of ethics, which includes continuing education requirements. You can rest assured that if you’re working with someone who is an accredited member of the Society, you are working with a competent land expert and agricultural professional who can assist you with all of your property, land and asset needs.

Alex Rhoda, AFM, is currently employed as a member of Hiatt Farmland Services with an office in Champaign, IL. Alex is also a Licensed Real Estate Broker who is available for farmland sales, farm management and consulting. Alex is married to Julia and they have a 1 year old son Jackson.

WELCOME TO HIATT FARMLAND SERVICES

Hiatt Farmland Services is the trusted, independent land services provider in Illinois and Indiana. With 40+ years of experience, we deliver the best in complete farm management services, consulting and real estate brokerage. Well-respected for our integrity, we have a deep knowledge of every aspect of the land business and a passion for helping clients reach their goals. As an independent land management company, Hiatt Farmland Services offers local control, no red tape, hands-on service, and plans that are customized for each client’s success.