Grace A. Crozier
Donnellson,USA
Summary
Agricultural professional with experience in agronomy, sales support, livestock research, farm operations, and financial services. Proven ability to support data-driven decisions, communicate with producers, and manage both field and office responsibilities with accuracy and professionalism.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Owner
Crozier Cattle Company
Persia, Iowa
09.2010 - Current
- Evaluate cattle structure, performance, and health to support informed herd management and breeding decisions
- Manage all financial records including income tracking, expense reporting, and operational budgeting
- Oversee daily care, nutrition, housing, and health programs for a 200+ head cow–calf operation, ensuring compliance with animal welfare and safety standards
Research Lab Assistant
Dr. Baumgard’s Livestock Research Lab
Ames, Iowa
09.2023 - 12.2025
- Perform daily livestock care in a controlled research environment
- Collect biological samples including blood draws, tissue samples, and lab specimens
- Assist with laboratory processing, sample labeling, data recording, and research documentation
- Monitor animal health, behavior, and physiological condition during experimental trials.
Agronomy Sales & Grower Solutions Intern
Farm Service Cooperative
Oakland, Iowa
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Deliver detailed crop scouting reports and agronomic observations to growers and agronomists to support in-season management decisions.
- Support seed, chemical, biological, and crop protection sales through data-driven recommendations and customer communication.
- Develop ROI sheets, information packets, and product comparison materials for grower meetings and field visits.
- Organize and manage company test plots and assist with biological and foliar field trials in partnership with Valent Biosciences.
- Create marketing materials and educational resources to support sales initiatives and improve grower understanding.
- Lead community engagement efforts by designing outreach materials and supporting local events to strengthen brand presence.
- Assist with operational, mechanical, and logistical tasks during peak seasonal workload.
Customer Service Representative
Midstates Bank
Neola, Iowa
01.2017 - 08.2023
- Process financial transactions accurately.
- Assist customers with personal banking needs, including deposits, withdrawals, and account services.
- Deliver consistent, professional customer service in a fast-paced financial environment.
Agricultural Lending Intern
Midstates Bank
Neola, Iowa
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Organized lending documentation and loan files for review and processing.
- Communicated with customers regarding loans and financial information.
- Assisted loan officers with meeting preparation, scheduling, and document revisions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Studies, Multi-faceted, Agronomy, Animal Science, Agricultural Business, Agricultural Education
Iowa State University, College Of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Ames, Iowa12.2025
Associate of Applied Sciences Degree - Agricultural Business Administration
Iowa Western Community College
Council Bluffs, Iowa05.2023
Skills
- Time management and functional collaboration
- Client relationship management and professional communication
- Sales support, ROI analysis, and product education
- Data collection, documentation, and reporting accuracy
- Livestock handling, health surveillance, and biological sample collection
- Crop and field data acquisition, and test plot oversight
- Marketing communications, information design, and brand support
- Community relations and public engagement
- Financial record management, transaction processing, & confidential handling
- Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Canva, data entry systems)
Affiliations
Iowa State Ag450 Farm: Head Crops Committee Chair, Head Swine & Customs Committee Chair Representative
Certifications And Involvement
- Iowa State Board of Educational Examiners / Substitute Authorization
- CITI Program / Working with the IACUC Certification
- CITI Program / Working with Cattle & Swine in Agricultural Research Settings Certification
References
- Skyler Rinker, ISU Teaching Professor & Advisor, Iowa State University Department of Agricultural Education and Studies, (515) 294-8802, srinker@iastate.edu
- Christian Jorgensen, FSC Oakland Location Manager, Farm Service Coop, Oakland, IA, (402) 650-9395, cjorgensen@fscoop.com
- Bridget Buol, Dr. Baumgard Livestock Research Graduate, Iowa State University, Ames, IA, (319) 530-8263, bboul@iastate.edu, buolbridget@gmail.com
Timeline
Agronomy Sales & Grower Solutions Intern
Farm Service Cooperative
05.2024 - 08.2025
Research Lab Assistant
Dr. Baumgard’s Livestock Research Lab
09.2023 - 12.2025
Agricultural Lending Intern
Midstates Bank
05.2022 - 09.2022
Customer Service Representative
Midstates Bank
01.2017 - 08.2023
Co-Owner
Crozier Cattle Company
09.2010 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Studies, Multi-faceted, Agronomy, Animal Science, Agricultural Business, Agricultural Education
Iowa State University, College Of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Associate of Applied Sciences Degree - Agricultural Business Administration
Iowa Western Community College