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Jason joined Hertz Farm Management in March 2022 as a real estate salesperson in the Norfolk, NE office. In his role, Jason helps landowners sell and acquire land across Nebraska and South Dakota.

Jason graduated from the University of Nebraska at Omaha with a Bachelor of Science Degree. Prior to joining Hertz, Jason honed his skills in the medical device sales industry for six years, managing a territory in northeast Nebraska.

Jason's passion for agriculture is deeply rooted in his upbringing in the small agricultural community of Petersburg, NE. His commitment to the industry is further demonstrated by his active membership in the National REALTORS Land Institute (RLI).

Today, Jason resides in Petersburg, NE, where he enjoys life with his wife, Samantha, and their four children.

Terry Kestner, ARA, RPRA, joined Hertz Farm Management as the Director of Appraisal in May 2022. Terry was previously the Chief Appraiser for Rabo Agrifinance in Cedar Falls, IA, where he managed the appraisal requests for the direct lending and wholesale divisions of Rabobank, along with a staff of 30 appraisers. Kestner comes with an impressive background of experience in appraising agricultural, recreational, urban influence, and large swine confinement properties.

Terry began his career as a loan officer for Production Credit Association (PCA) in Macomb, IL. After five years as a loan officer, he made the switch to the appraisal department where he found his calling, before moving to Cedar Falls, IA in 2007 to join Rabo Agrifinance.

In addition to his career experience, Terry also has a notable educational background. Kestner received his bachelor’s degree in Agriculture Business from Western Illinois University along with his MBA from Kaplan University. Terry joined the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers (ASFMRA) in 1989 and received his ARA designation in 1995, and RPRA designation in 2008. Additionally, Terry also taught the Rural Appraisal course for the Agricultural Department of Western Illinois University for seven years.

Today, Terry is a member of the Iowa and Illinois Chapters of the ASFMRA. He served as the Iowa Chapter President from 2014-2015 and served as District  IV Vice President in 2016-2019. Terry has also been involved in several committees within the ASFRMA, including being a past member VP for Appraisal Education Committee, and a member of the Appraisal Review Committee. Currently, Terry is serving on multiple committees and instructs appraisal education courses for the ASFMRA.

Terry is a native to Adams County Illinois, where he was raised on a family grain and livestock farm. Today, Terry and his wife reside in Cedar Falls, IA and enjoy spending time with their son and two daughters.

Jordan joined Hertz Farm Management in the Nevada office in January 2022 as the front desk receptionist. In September of 2022, Jordan joined the marketing department as the marketing coordinator.

Jordan grew up in Nevada visiting her grandparents farm frequently. This is where she found a passion for agriculture.   

When not working, Jordan enjoys reading, hiking with her dog, and traveling. She currently resides in Ames, IA with her husband Jonathan.

Mike joined Hertz Farm Management in the Mason City office in May 2022 as a farm manager and licensed real estate salesperson.

Mike is an alumni of NIACC and Iowa State University, member of Mason City Noon Rotary, Winnebago County Farm Bureau, and volunteer fire fighter with the Scarville Fire Department. He is pursuing his Accredited Farm Manager designation with the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers.

Prior to joining Hertz, Mike spent 3 years as a County Executive Director with the USDA Farm Service Agency and 10 years as a Mechanical Engineer with a Navy nuclear shipyard in Bremerton, WA.

As a multi-generational farmer, Mike grew up on a grain and livestock farm near Lake Mills, IA and then returned in 2019 to take over the family operations. Mike and his partner, Rachel, now live on the family farm with their 3 dogs. He enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, riding motorcycle, and playing basketball.

Lived experience has allowed Mike to appreciate the layers of complexity of owning and operating farms and farmland. From understanding financial goals to navigating family dynamics, he relies on the foundation that relationships are built on trust and shared values. This is the integrity he brings when working with farmers and farming families.