DJI_0189.00_00_08_01.Still002.jpg

our businesses

AdobeStock_167786135.jpg

Private Equity

AdobeStock_150924918.jpg

Farmland

Summit_Ag_Field_Still_Shot-e1449521013462.jpg

Farm Management

AdobeStock_76050777.jpg

Livestock Production

AdobeStock_225517100.jpg

Crop production

pillars of success

 
hand-shake (1).png
 

Proven collaboration

 
Ecology-01-64.png
 

Performance through Innovation

 
Swap-Up-64.png
 

Bottom-up approach

 
agriculture (3).png
 

Tradition and legacy

 

Our Mission

 

With a successful farming operation at our very heart, we combine our reverence for traditional agriculture with comprehensive research and an intimate knowledge of modern farming techniques to better manage assets and build informed, intelligent investment strategies.

Summit Agricultural Group utilizes a principled approach in all that we do.

 
Bruce Rastetter, 2020.jpg

“As an entrepreneur in farming, renewable energy and investments, I’m fortunate to have spent a lifetime doing what I love. However, I’m most proud of what we have built with Summit Agricultural Group. We offer a thorough understanding of the agricultural landscape and communicate our findings with honesty and integrity so you can be confident that your investments will remain viable for generations to come.”

- Bruce Rastetter, CEO

Latest News

FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA

We are pleased to introduce Dr. Dhamu Thamodaran who is a Strategic Advisor for Summit Agricultural Group.  Dr. Thamodaran's expansive experience in agribusiness and commodity markets provides unique insights to Summit and our various portfolio
We are pleased to introduce Dr. Dhamu Thamodaran who is a Strategic Advisor for Summit Agricultural Group.  Dr. Thamodaran's expansive experience in agribusiness and commodity markets provides unique insights to Summit and our various portfolio investments. To learn more about Dr. Thamodaran, visit his bio on our website.
#nationalagday 2024’s theme of “Agriculture: Growing A Climate for Tomorrow” rings true at Summit Agricultural Group and its portfolio companies. Growing a more sustainable crop to produce a more sustainable fuel source. #agday24
Managing Director, Kevin Bogenreif, spoke on a panel at @saf_investor's London 2024 conference covering "finding project finance." Bogenreif highlighted how @summit_nextgen and SAF opens an additional market for low-carbon ethanol producers
Managing Director, Kevin Bogenreif, spoke on a panel at @saf_investor's London 2024 conference covering "finding project finance." Bogenreif highlighted how @summit_nextgen and SAF opens an additional market for low-carbon ethanol producers and the agriculture industry as a whole.
“By integrating Valero’s facilities into this project, we will make major strides in providing more than a billion gallons of low-carbon fuels to a marketplace hungry for the product. This project ensures the agriculture and biofuels indu
“By integrating Valero’s facilities into this project, we will make major strides in providing more than a billion gallons of low-carbon fuels to a marketplace hungry for the product. This project ensures the agriculture and biofuels industries will remain dynamic and competitive, meeting the needs of today while preparing for the opportunities of tomorrow," said Bruce Rastetter on Summit's recent partnership with @valeroenergy Read the press release by visiting the link in our bio. Photo courtesy of Valero
“Today’s a different world,” said Bruce Rastetter, founder of Summit Agricultural Group. “It’s a whole sea-change of oil companies working with the biofuels industry to decarbonize the gas tank.” Rastetter was rec
“Today’s a different world,” said Bruce Rastetter, founder of Summit Agricultural Group. “It’s a whole sea-change of oil companies working with the biofuels industry to decarbonize the gas tank.” Rastetter was recently featured in a Bloomberg article covering the joint forces of oil and biofuels for a more sustainable future. Read the full article following the link in our bio.
“Today marks a historic day for American agriculture and biofuels. POET is the largest bioethanol producer in the world, and their partnership with Summit Carbon Solutions ensures that decarbonizing bioethanol will lead to exciting new market o
“Today marks a historic day for American agriculture and biofuels. POET is the largest bioethanol producer in the world, and their partnership with Summit Carbon Solutions ensures that decarbonizing bioethanol will lead to exciting new market opportunities for producers, rural economies, and American energy security,” said Bruce Rastetter, Founder and Executive Chairman of Summit Agricultural Group. Visit the link in our bio to read the full press release.
Rastetter said, “No other candidate in the race has done more for the agriculture industry than President Donald Trump. Iowans know where he stands on the issues that matter most to us, and he has a proven record of boosting ag markets and supp
Rastetter said, “No other candidate in the race has done more for the agriculture industry than President Donald Trump. Iowans know where he stands on the issues that matter most to us, and he has a proven record of boosting ag markets and supporting biofuels. President Trump hasn't just said the right things on ag and energy policy- he's done them by expanding and extending the 45Q program, and being a vocal supporter of year-round E15." See the full release via the link in our bio.
May peace and happiness be yours this Christmas and during the holiday season! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Summit Agricultural Group! ✨🎄
May peace and happiness be yours this Christmas and during the holiday season! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Summit Agricultural Group! ✨🎄
Summit Agricultural Group Managing Director, Jon Probst, recently participated in a panel at Kirkland & Ellis' Low Carbon Seminar. Representing @summit_carbon Jon discussed the progress in the carbon capture project and the opportunities carbon c
Summit Agricultural Group Managing Director, Jon Probst, recently participated in a panel at Kirkland & Ellis' Low Carbon Seminar. Representing @summit_carbon Jon discussed the progress in the carbon capture project and the opportunities carbon capture provides to agriculture and renewable fuels. Photo courtesy of Kirkland & Ellis.
We had a tree-mendous time at our annual employee Christmas Party! 🎄 During the evening, we recognized 17 employees who achieved years of service milestones with Summit. A special congratulations to Mike Murphy, Swine Warehouse Supervisor, who was r
We had a tree-mendous time at our annual employee Christmas Party! 🎄 During the evening, we recognized 17 employees who achieved years of service milestones with Summit. A special congratulations to Mike Murphy, Swine Warehouse Supervisor, who was recognized for his 10 years of service!
Summit Agricultural Group is excited to welcome William Kourakos to the Summit Ag Investors team as Partner. Bill's deep experience in financial markets and strategic growth bring unique expertise in advising Summit’s portfolio investments incl
Summit Agricultural Group is excited to welcome William Kourakos to the Summit Ag Investors team as Partner. Bill's deep experience in financial markets and strategic growth bring unique expertise in advising Summit’s portfolio investments including @summit_nextgen's sustainable aviation fuel production platform
Looking back on the Holiday Networking Dinner we hosted in conjunction with @isucalsinnovates, we are confident attendees left with new connections! Iowa State's Dean of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Dan Robison, highlighted Iowa St
Looking back on the Holiday Networking Dinner we hosted in conjunction with @isucalsinnovates, we are confident attendees left with new connections! Iowa State's Dean of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Dan Robison, highlighted Iowa States mission to be leading innovators, and that begins with programs, like Start Something. Additionally, Kevin Kimle, Rastetter Chair of Agricultural Entrepreneurship, stressed the importance of hospitality and courage as key traits of an entrepreneur. CALS students had the opportunity to learn from leading entrepreneurs in agriculture and entrepreneurs learned from leading students in CALS!
We are pleased to introduce Dr. Dhamu Thamodaran who is a Strategic Advisor for Summit Agricultural Group.  Dr. Thamodaran's expansive experience in agribusiness and commodity markets provides unique insights to Summit and our various portfolio
#nationalagday 2024’s theme of “Agriculture: Growing A Climate for Tomorrow” rings true at Summit Agricultural Group and its portfolio companies. Growing a more sustainable crop to produce a more sustainable fuel source. #agday24
Managing Director, Kevin Bogenreif, spoke on a panel at @saf_investor's London 2024 conference covering "finding project finance." Bogenreif highlighted how @summit_nextgen and SAF opens an additional market for low-carbon ethanol producers “By integrating Valero’s facilities into this project, we will make major strides in providing more than a billion gallons of low-carbon fuels to a marketplace hungry for the product. This project ensures the agriculture and biofuels indu “Today’s a different world,” said Bruce Rastetter, founder of Summit Agricultural Group. “It’s a whole sea-change of oil companies working with the biofuels industry to decarbonize the gas tank.” Rastetter was rec “Today marks a historic day for American agriculture and biofuels. POET is the largest bioethanol producer in the world, and their partnership with Summit Carbon Solutions ensures that decarbonizing bioethanol will lead to exciting new market o Rastetter said, “No other candidate in the race has done more for the agriculture industry than President Donald Trump. Iowans know where he stands on the issues that matter most to us, and he has a proven record of boosting ag markets and supp May peace and happiness be yours this Christmas and during the holiday season! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Summit Agricultural Group! ✨🎄 Summit Agricultural Group Managing Director, Jon Probst, recently participated in a panel at Kirkland & Ellis' Low Carbon Seminar. Representing @summit_carbon Jon discussed the progress in the carbon capture project and the opportunities carbon c We had a tree-mendous time at our annual employee Christmas Party! 🎄 During the evening, we recognized 17 employees who achieved years of service milestones with Summit. A special congratulations to Mike Murphy, Swine Warehouse Supervisor, who was r Summit Agricultural Group is excited to welcome William Kourakos to the Summit Ag Investors team as Partner. Bill's deep experience in financial markets and strategic growth bring unique expertise in advising Summit’s portfolio investments incl Looking back on the Holiday Networking Dinner we hosted in conjunction with @isucalsinnovates, we are confident attendees left with new connections! Iowa State's Dean of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Dan Robison, highlighted Iowa St