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DES MOINES, Iowa (April 4, 2025) — Landus announces that Matt Carstens is stepping down as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective today. The Board of Directors extends its gratitude to Carstens for his leadership and commitment to innovation during his five-year tenure.

Landus Board Chairman Matt Chambers will take on the role of acting CEO, effective today, with an interim CEO to be named within the next week.

“Matt has been a dedicated and forward-thinking leader, and we sincerely appreciate the many contributions he made during his tenure with Landus,” Chambers says. “The search for both an interim and permanent successor will prioritize identifying an individual with a deep understanding of the cooperative’s mission and the needs of its farmer-owners.”

During this transition, Landus remains steadfast in its commitment to its farmer-owners, employees, business partners and the future of agriculture. To learn more about the ways that Landus serves these communities and the innovations we’re pursuing, visit landus.ag.

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About Landus

Landus is a forward-thinking agriculture solutions company that keeps the farmer at the center of every decision we make. We connect thousands of farmer-owners with the world through grain, agronomy, and distribution, deploying traditional and nontraditional methods fueled by innovation and sustainability. Our $3 billion business touches 34 states and 16 countries. To learn more about Landus, and the company's commitment to solving critical issues for the farmer of tomorrow, please visit: landus.ag.