About Pioneer Farmer

I'm Garrett Ruskamp, a 5th generation farmer, husband and father from rural Nebraska.  

 

In the last 10 years of farming, I have experienced many challenges that business owners face on a day to day basis that stem from disorganization and being financially unaware.

I understand the weight of uncertainty that comes from operating in a state of mind triggered by these struggles.

 

We expanded our cow/calf operation back in 2016 but our operation did not have the financial integrity to handle a large expansion.  We were always focused on working IN the business and didn’t take the time to work ON the business, resulting in chaos and disorganization.

 

In a short amount of time, the lack of financial integrity became pretty clear forcing us to leverage ourselves even further.

 

The overwhelming weight of these financial struggles took a toll on our family.  We were in the endless cycle of barely surviving and didn’t know where to turn.

 

Through the deep pain and stress, there was also a lot of growth and learning.

 

I was able to feel the weight lifted from the fog of uncertainty by focusing on my numbers, stepping into my role as the visionary of the business, and taking ownership of my actions.

 

The shift in my mindset has put me on a mission help other business owners like me, take back control and pioneer a new path to financial success.