About us
our company
While the AgCentric name may be new, its tradition of Sioux City based farm management service dates back to 1875 when it all began as the Gillman Agency. The Gillman Agency was later acquired by Hatfield Farm Management Company. Hatfield Farm Management Company continued into 2000 under the ownership of T. Wayne Tilton. At that time, Dick Coffman was working for Hatfield Farm Management Company and operating his own farm management and appraisal company. On November 1, 2000, Dick Coffman purchased Hatfield Farm Management Company and Coffman Farm Agency continued operations through 2021.
AgCentric Farm Agency, LLC first began in March of 2021 when it was formed by Jason Woods and Mike Koopmans to carry forward the continuity of agricultural service from Coffman Farm Agency. In January of 2022, AgCentric formally took over the business operation as it exists today.
We are a multigenerational business that serves new and multigenerational clients alike. If you are an existing AgCentric client, we thank you for your business and we are humbled by the trust you have placed in us to care for your farm operation. If you are a new or prospective client we are excited for the opportunity to help you reach your goals and exceed your expectations.
our staff
Our knowledgable team of agents have the experience to provide you with comprehensive farm management, appraisal, and rural real estate services throughout Iowa, Nebraska, Minnesota, and South Dakota.
Jason D. Woods
Owner/President
Jason Woods was raised on a family farm near Fairfield, Nebraska, which continues to operate a row crop and small livestock operation. After high school, Jason attended the University of Nebraska – Lincoln and earned his degree in Agronomy with an agricultural business emphasis in 2001. Dick Coffman hired Jason out of college, where he worked as a farm manager and rural appraiser for more than 20 years. In 2021, Jason and Mike Koopmans partnered and formed AgCentric Farm Agency to facilitate the succession plan of Coffman Farm Agency. Over the past two decades, Jason has provided clients with professional farm management, appraisal and real estate services in Iowa, Nebraska, South Dakota and Minnesota. Jason holds a Real Estate Broker’s license in all four states and is also a Certified General Real Property Appraiser in Iowa. Jason is a member of the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisals.
Jason and his wife, Jocelyn, live in Sioux City and have two high school aged children, Lauren and Braden. Jason is an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoys sharing those outdoor experiences with his family and friends. Jason currently volunteers his time at school and serves as the Director of Girls Basketball for the Sioux City Future Stars program.
MIKE KOOPMANS
Owner/Vice President
Mike Koopmans grew up on a farm near Ireton, Iowa, that his family still operates today. Mike earned his Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy from South Dakota State University, graduating in 1998. After college, Mike went to work as an Agronomist for the Farmer’s Co-op in Oyens where he worked directly with landowners and operators to develop farm operating plans and make crop input decisions. Mike joined Coffman Farm Agency in the Spring of 2008 and continues to provide farm management and real estate sales service to AgCentric clients in Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota. In addition to holding real estate brokers licenses in those three states, Mike is also a Certified Crop Adviser. In 2021, Mike partnered with Jason Woods to form AgCentric Farm Agency, LLC. Mike is a member of the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisals.
Mike and his wife, Tammy, reside in Hinton, Iowa, and have two middle school aged children, Caden and Kylie. Mike serves on the Hinton city council and volunteers his time to coach various youth sports for his kids. Mike enjoys spending his free time with family on the golf course or at the lake.
Dick Coffman
Dick Coffman brings 47 years of farm management and rural appraisal experience to AgCentric Farm Agency. He grew up in Broken Bow, Nebraska, and completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln. Dick went on to earn a master’s degree in Ag Economics from Iowa State University before starting his career at First National Bank in Sioux City. In 1983, Dick set out on his own and started Coffman Farm Agency where he provided his clients with exceptional service in Iowa, Nebraska, South Dakota and Minnesota. Dick is an Accredited Farm Manager and an Accredited Rural Appraiser through the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers. Dick is a licensed real estate broker in Iowa and Nebraska and a certified general real property appraiser in Iowa and Nebraska.
Dick and his wife, Esther, live on a farm north of Hinton, Iowa, and also operate a row crop and small livestock operation. Dick and Esther have four children and twelve grandchildren.
GARY WALTERS
Gary Walters grew up on a farm near Mason City, Iowa. In 1978, he graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in Agronomy. Gary worked for the USDA Soil Conservation Service from 1978-1983 before starting his career as a farm manager at Wells Fargo Bank in Sioux City, a position he held for 30 years. During his career, Gary developed strong relationships with long-term clients that continue to this day. After retiring from Wells Fargo, Gary continued to provide agriculture expertise to his clients, first through Coffman Farm Agency and now through AgCentric Farm Agency. Gary is a licensed real estate salesperson in both Iowa and Nebraska. In addition to farm management, Gary also operates his own row crop and CRP farm in Woodbury County, Iowa, where he gains first hand knowledge of modern farming and conservation practices.
Lisa spanel
Office Manager
Lisa was the secretary for Coffman Farm Agency for seven years and is the same friendly face that will greet you at AgCentric. Lisa is originally from Broken Bow, Nebraska, and moved to Sioux City in 2014 with her husband, Danny. Lisa has two children, three grandchildren and a love of horses.
Our Mission
AgCentric Farm Agency strives to provide peace of mind to our clients through a professional, hands-on approach to farm service. We believe that timely and effective communication is the key to long-term relationships.