The Ditlevson Farm is a third generation farm which was purchased by Chris Ditleveson. The farm operates as a cash grain farm in Blooming Prairie, MN. Mark was recognized as the outstanding Conservation Farmer by the Steele County Soil and Water Conservation District. He is a recent appointee to the National Association Conservation District soil health team. Mark is married to Renee Worke with two sons, Rosy and Mick.

Member

• Freeborn Area Soil and Health Team

• Midwest Showmens’ Association

• Minnesota Corn Growers Association

• Minnesota Soybean Growers Association

• National Association of Realtors

• Soil Health Champions Network (Minnesota Representative)

• 25 plus year member of the Steele County Agricultural Society

• Southern Minnesota Association of Realtors

• Steele County Free Fair Director

Communication

Conducts numerous plot days and soil conservation presentations; contributor to NADCP Soil Championship reports, mentorship programming with new farmers

Leadership

Steele County Agriculture Society – Special concessions director