JR Fisher Sales Representative
 Tillamook, Oregon All West Select Sires

Please describe your agricultural background.
I grew up on a dairy farm in East Texas where we raised, showed and milked several breeds of dairy cattle. I was very active in 4-H and FFA; also I was a part of the Dairy Farmers of America Young Cooperator's and active in the Brown Swiss Association.

What territory will you cover?
Our territory is Tillamook and also Vancouver, Washington, to Salem, Oregon.

What are your new responsibilities?
My new responsibilities are to be a sales representative for Northwestern Oregon and Southwestern Washington.

What previous positions have you held?
In the past, I have been a herdsman at different dairies as well as working on the family farm. I also worked for Cargill Animal Nutrition for a short period.

Who has made the biggest impact on your career?
My father has always been the biggest pusher for me to learn and better myself. His knowledge that he has bestowed on me was the seed that started the tree of my career.

Now that we are so far from my original home, my wife Vanessa Fisher is an inspiration that anything is possible, since she grew up a city girl and now can out-work me on dairy stuff anytime.

How will you be of most help to producers in your region or area of expertise?
I plan to use my communication skills and my educational background and the support of All West Select Sires to be able to trouble shoot and solve reproductive issues.

Why did you choose this company?
I chose this company because I truly felt that they believed that I could have animpact and a long lasting career.

What goals would you like to accomplish while in this position?
Mybiggest goal is to be a household name for producers I work with because their success is my passion.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
Infive years, I see us working, helping and living lifehappily in Tillamook, Oregon. PD