Year-Long, Peer
Ag Mastermind

Smarter Strategies. Stronger Operations. Sustainable Success.

This isn’t another “course” that leaves you with more questions than answers. Our year-long mastermind provides the financial clarity, risk management strategies, and operational insights you need to make smarter decisions and drive long-term profitability.

With individualized consulting, group strategy sessions, and a powerful peer network, you’ll gain access to the real-world tools and expert guidance that can make a lasting impact on your operation.

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What’s Included

One-on-One Consulting

Personalized guidance tailored to your operation’s financial health and long-term goals.
Group Strategy Sessions

Learn from industry experts and like-minded producers tackling the same challenges you are.
Near 24/7 Access to Our Team

When market shifts happen, you won’t be left guessing. We’re here to help when it matters most.
Market Insights & Risk Management

Understand how to navigate commodity markets, manage risk, and secure your operation’s future.
Community & Networking

Surround yourself with farmers and ranchers who are as serious about growth as you are.

Farmer, Rancher, Commodity Market Expert

And, if we’re being honest, the guy who will always answer your call, text, or Voxer. Even if he’s checking cows. Because he’s been there.

More about Jonathon

A year-long program focusing on business health, mental health, physical health, and spiritual health.

We’re for:

Farmers & Ranchers who want to move beyond day-to-day survival and start building long-term wealth.
Ag professionals looking for financial clarity and risk management strategies that work. guidance tailored to your operation’s financial health and long-term goals.
Producers who are tired of navigating markets, cash flow, and expansion decisions alone.

We Tackle Real Topics

Family & Farm Team Communication

When your business is built around family, communication isn’t just important—it’s everything. We’ll help you navigate tough conversations, manage expectations, and tackle emotionally charged topics head-on so you can protect both your operation and your relationships for generations to come.
Risk Management

Smart operators don’t gamble with their legacy. We break down crop insurance, livestock risk protection, and futures & options into real, usable strategies—helping you hedge risk, lock in profits, and protect what you’ve built.
Emotions

Agriculture can be an emotional industry filled with stoic, proud, and passionate people. We’ll guide you through seasons of heightened emotions with an objective, third-party perspective from someone with the same lived experiences.
Ag Policy

Regulations can make or break an operation. Stay ahead of federal, state, and local policy changes that impact your business, and learn how to navigate the red tape, anticipate shifts, and advocate for policies that protect your operation’s future.
Financial Clarity

A good plan lives beyond your head—it’s built to last. Understanding your unit cost of production, cash flow, and margins isn’t just bookkeeping, it’s protecting your operation, preparing for growth, and building a legacy that stands the test of time.
Marketing Plan Development

Whether you’re starting from scratch or refining what’s already in place, a solid plan is the foundation of a thriving operation. We’ll help you build, audit, and adjust your strategy so you’re making decisions with confidence—not just reacting to the next challenge.
Financial Risk

As the old adage says, with big risks come big rewards. However, sometimes there are risks that are not in the best interest of your operation. We’ll help you navigate the balance between your operation’s financial position and the benefits of taking some financial risk.
Legal

Operate above board, always. This is a core value of Empire Ag and a key component to an operation that is successful for generations.
Management

Many of us do things a certain way for a long time. Our job is to ask the simple question, “why?” It’s possible there are new tools to help manage your operation to save you time and money.
Niche Markets

Your operation may fall under a larger market, but with unique needs and market opportunities. We’ll help you explore opportunities that are unique to your operation.
Succession Planning

We know not everyone is comfortable talking about the inevitable, but we also know the time to plan for a farm transition is not during a crisis. Planning for change in times of calm ensures you make logical and strategic choices that protect your Empire, and we can help you begin to have those conversations with your farm team and family.

Next Step: Book a Discovery Call

As an Elite Mastermind member, I’ve really enjoyed working with Jonathon. He has a down-to-earth personality and explains things in a way that actually makes sense—no jargon, just straight talk. I’m working with Jonathon on marketing, business growth, and expansion planning, and we’re just starting with Figured this year. Whether it’s financial strategy or big-picture decisions, I never feel like there’s a dumb question with him. Jonathon might be 10 years younger than me, but he communicates like he’s got 10 years more experience. His insight and practical approach have been invaluable to my business.

Lucas Criswell, Pennsylvania
I’m a first-generation farmer who started with nothing—just one pig barn. During the past 11 years, I’ve built my operation from the ground up expanding into a custom feedlot. I’ve done in a decade what most do in a lifetime. But I hit a point where my vision outgrew my banker’s mindset. That’s where Jonathon and Empire Ag changed everything. They’ve kept my vision alive and refueled my path. I’ve dealt with a lot of bankers who don’t understand the reality of agriculture—who won’t let you have a bad year, month, or even a week. No bank around me has experience with a custom feedlot operation. They don’t understand the cash flow. Jonathon does. With him, it’s not just about numbers on a spreadsheet. He helps me align my business, my books, my cash flow, and my vision to create the life that works for my family. When I go to the bank wanting to invest in an asset, the answer is always “no.” With Jonathon, we take a deeper dive—he helps me identify the root cause of financial challenges and align everything to fix it. Because of Empire Ag, my bookwork is clean, my business is stronger, and my mental health is a priority. Jonathon doesn’t just understand how the business works—he understands how to keep my vision going.

Jordan Morris, Iowa

We're building a community where farmers and ranchers can thrive in every aspect of their lives. Join us on this journey, where trusted support is not just a resource, but a vital component of your success.

Real Clients, Real Stories

Frequently Asked Questions

The Empire Ag Mastermind Program is an annual membership designed for farmers and ranchers seeking to enhance their knowledge, skills, and success in the agricultural industry. It offers personalized consulting, group sessions, community engagement, continuing education, and access to industry experts.
The Mastermind Program is open to farmers, ranchers, and ag entrepreneurs all experience levels who are committed to advancing their operations and achieving long-term success in agriculture.

Yes, you’re the right fit.

Our members cover all timezones and commodities.
Individualized consulting provides members with personalized guidance and support. It includes one-on-one sessions tailored to address specific challenges, opportunities, and goals unique to each member's operation.
Group sessions are interactive meetings where members engage in discussions, knowledge sharing, and networking with peers. These sessions foster collaboration, idea exchange, and collective learning among members.
Community engagement allows members to connect with like-minded peers, build relationships, and access a supportive network of fellow farmers and ranchers. It provides opportunities for collaboration, support, and camaraderie within the agricultural community.
Members enjoy near-24/7 access to the Empire Ag team for assistance, guidance, and support. They can reach out via Circle App direct messages, email, phone, Voxer voice messages, or scheduled consultations.
The Elite Retreat features workshops, networking opportunities, and relaxation activities. Members receive exclusive discounts on registration and can participate in this enriching experience.