Our Team
Mick Capouch
Mick started M&R Ag Services dealership in 2001.
Before starting his career in the seed industry, Mick cropped dusted for 26 years. After ending his crop-dusting career, he owned a greenhouse, The Blooming Idiots, with his wife, Rose. This became a true family business, allowing their children to work throughout their school years and remained in operation for 14 years.
One of Micks favorite things is getting to help farmers improve their farming techniques and help improve ROI on their farm.
Some advice Mick would give to someone starting out in the Ag industry is “all setbacks are character builders, so don’t get discouraged.”
In Micks spare time he loves spending time with his grandkids, fishing, riding his motorcycle, and flying his plane.
Ryan KohlhagenRyan’s family has sold seed for many years. He kicked off his seed career in 1999, and has been selling for Beck’s Hybrids for the past 13 years. Some advice Ryan has for those starting out in the Ag industry is · “make hay while the sun shines- Most Agriculture jobs are weather dependent, so make the most of the weather while it is good.” · “passion for your job- Whatever your job may be, work at it with passion, integrity, and hard work. Be thankful and enjoy the good times and this will help you get through the rough, hard days!”When Ryan finds “free time” he enjoys spending it with his wife Amy and their four girls, watching AFV, Shark Tank, or listening to southern Gospel music. Ryan really enjoys co-hosting a Sunday morning Gospel Country Style Radio Program. 
Sarah Chaffins
Sarah has been a part of M&R Ag Services for 9 years. She previously came from the banking industry.
Sarah enjoys spending her days out in the field answering agronomy calls with customers.
Sarah’s advice to anyone starting out is the Ag industry is “you must accept the things that are out of your control, have fun, and in negative situations look at the bright side. Things could always be worse.”
Sarah enjoys spending her free time with her husband and four kids. They enjoy going camping as a family. She loves watching her kids play sports and also enjoys landscaping and crafting.
Roger Chaffins
Roger has been with M&R Ag for 16 years. Rogers specializes in auto mechanics and warehouse logistics. Previously he worked at NAPA Auto in sales. Roger is currently a maintenance supervisor at Ardagh Group. Roger keeps all of our equipment up to date, and running.
Rogers’s advice for anyone starting out in the Ag Industry is “nothing is unattainable, and there are no free hand outs.”
When Roger has free time, he spends it in the shop fixing anything Mick has managed to break.
Roger loves all things Ford, camping, and spending time with his wife and four kids.
Shelby Sanders
Shelby joined the M&R team about a year ago. She graduated for Purdue University in 2018.
Shelby’s advice to anyone starting out in the Ag industry is “do good work and be known for it.” Honestly, Travis Tritt sang it best “don’t you ever dream about a life where corn don’t grow.” The Ag industry is full of incredible people, endless opportunities, and rewarding outcomes.”
Shelby loves spending time with her family, especially her three nephews, and friends. She loves any opportunity to get back together with her college friends, and enjoys cattle, summertime, all things Purdue, Crime Junkies, and traveling. She loves ending a long day of work with a friendly game of HORSE!
Travis Brandenburg
Travis has been selling seed with M&R Ag for five years. He graduated from Purdue University in 2011 with a degree in Agriculture Economics. After graduation Travis returned home to the family farm.
Travis's advice to anyone starting out in the Ag Industry is "oftentimes, it's not what you know, it's who you know. Work to build relationships with people."
Travis enjoys spending time with his wife, Lauryn, and their three boys! He likes playing basketball, exercising, and reading. Travis also enjoys watching Purdue basketball.
Mandy Sharpe
Mandy has been at M&R Ag Services since 2015. She previously came from the banking industry. Mandy keeps all the ducks in line in the office.
Since being at M&R Ag Mandy has enjoyed learning about farming, and the Ag Industry.
Some advice Mandy has for anyone starting out in the work industry, is “be sure to learn all that you can from your boss, co-workers, and customers. They all have information to offer that will be useful along the way.”
Many loves spending time with her husband, two kids, and friends. She enjoys reading, walking, and traveling. Mandy is also involved in the community. She serves on the school board and teaches Sunday school.
Rick Capouch
Rick Capouch has been with M&R Ag Since Day One! When Rick is at M&R Ag you can find him on the forklift or, in the tender!
Rick’s advice to anyone starting out in the Ag industry is to “keep going!”
Rick enjoys spending days at the lake on the pontoon, golfing with his brother, Mick. He and his wife Nancy love watching their grandkids play sports.