Frequently Asked Questions

What is McElmurry Farms?

McElmurry Farms LLC is a family-owned grain farm in Bellevue, Michigan, operating since 1976. We manage about 4,200 acres across Eaton County and Barry County using precision, data-driven methods.

 

Which crops do you grow?

Primarily corn, soybeans, and wheat.

 

Where do you farm?

We focus on Southern Michigan—especially Eaton County and Barry County—as well as the northern portions of Calhoun County and Jackson County.

 

Which townships and towns do you serve?

Townships: Bellevue, Assyria, Convis, Pennfield, Walton, Carmel, Kalamo, Maple Grove, Eaton, Vermontville, Chester, Eaton Rapids, Windsor, and Benton.

 

Towns and Cities: Bellevue, Olivet, Marshall, Battle Creek, Eaton Rapids, Charlotte, Potterville, and Dimondale.

 

What do landowners gain by partnering with you?

Guaranteed income through structured or performance-linked leases, disciplined soil management with regular testing, long-term stewardship, transparent reporting, and precision-ag operations.

 

Do you provide guaranteed income?

Yes — structured leases or performance-linked agreements with a guaranteed payment floor.

 

How do you approach soil health and agronomy?

Annual GPS-referenced soil sampling, variable-rate applications, and yield mapping to drive continuous improvement and long-term productivity.

 

Do you handle crop protection applications in-house?

Yes. All crop protection applications are performed with precision John Deere equipment using rate control and section technology for accuracy and timeliness.

 

What technology platform do you use?

We use the John Deere Operations Center for centralized management, monitoring, and data collection across field operations and equipment.

 

How much on-site grain storage do you have?

Approximately 340,000 bushels.

 

Are you hiring? If so, when?

Yes — both part-time and full-time roles, with peak needs during planting (April–May) and harvest (September–November).

 

What kinds of roles fit well at McElmurry Farms?

Farm operations (tractors/combines), mechanical or electrical work, welding/fabrication, truck driving, and general field support.

 

What core values guide your work?

Honesty, Integrity, Family, Hard Work, Long-Term Yield, Frugality, and Flexibility.

 

How can I contact you (landowners or job seekers)?

Use our contact form and select Farm With Us, Employment, or Something Else to route your inquiry appropriately.