Missouri Farm Bureau Appoints Davin Althoff as New CAO

By Blake Jackson

Missouri Farm Bureau (MOFB) has officially announced Davin Althoff as the organization’s new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), effective immediately. His appointment follows a comprehensive nationwide search led by the MOFB Board of Directors and President Garrett Hawkins.

Althoff joined MOFB in 2022 as the Director of Marketing and Commodities and has served as the Interim CAO since February 2025. With deep roots in Missouri agriculture and a career spanning over two decades, Althoff brings valuable experience and insight to his new role.

President Garrett Hawkins praised the appointment, noting Althoff’s broad understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing Missouri’s agriculture. “We’re excited to welcome Davin as our new Chief Administrative Officer,” said Hawkins. “From running a diversified farm in mid-Missouri to holding key leadership positions in agricultural organizations across the state, Davin brings a deep and practical understanding of Missouri agriculture. Whether it’s working with small farms, agri-tourism ventures, livestock or row crop producers, he truly understands the challenges facing our members and rural communities. We’re incredibly fortunate to have him advocating for Missouri Farm Bureau members.”

Althoff began his career in 1999 as an account clerk with MOFB. He later served in significant roles across Missouri state government, including the Department of Agriculture, Department of Economic Development, Department of Natural Resources, Missouri Beef Industry Council, and Missouri Senate. Notably, during his time at the Missouri Department of Agriculture, he led initiatives to expand agribusiness both domestically and internationally.

In addition to his professional achievements, Althoff remains a partner in his family’s farm in Moniteau County, where he and his family manage a beef cow/calf operation, backgrounding, and row crop production.

He holds a bachelor’s degree from Lincoln University and an MBA from William Woods University. Althoff lives with his wife, Elizabeth, and their four children on their family farm.

“I’m thrilled for this opportunity to broaden my work serving MOFB members and all of agriculture,” said Althoff. “It’s been an honor serving as the MOFB’s Director of Marketing and Commodities, and stepping into the role of CAO allows me to expand my ability to further serve the state’s farmers, ranchers and rural communities.”

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