What Sets Us Apart
Located in the Northwest Kansas farming community of Weskan, Kansas, Premier Ag was established in 2007 by brothers Aaron and Shayne Aldridge. Aaron operates Premier Ag Insurance, while Shayne is a Seedsman for Channel and runs Premier Ag Inc.
We understand the challenges, complex risks, and unique needs of today’s farmer. Our team will review your individual needs and goals, and recommend high quality products and coverages that offer the protection and value that are right for you.
Aaron Aldridge
Co-owner/Agent
Aaron grew up working on his family’s farm, growing both irrigated dry land crops, and managing a 9,000 head feedlot. He earned a Bachelor of Science Agribusiness degree from Kansas State University and started Premier Ag Insurance in 2010. Aaron has more than seven years of farm and commercial underwriting experience. He is licensed to provide property, casualty, personal lines and crop insurance in Kansas, Colorado, Oklahoma, and Nebraska.
Shayne Aldridge
Co-owner/Channel Seedsman
Shayne grew up living and working on the family farm in Weskan and went on to attend K-State, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Ag Tech Management . Shayne is licensed to sell insurance in Kansas and Colorado. Shayne worked as a parts manager for John Deere for multiple years before taking a position as a District Sales Manager for Monsanto. In 2010, he became a full time Channel Seedsman for Premier Ag Inc. His years of experience and knowledge of agriculture is evident as a Channel Seedsman. Shayne’s expert advice and hands-on approach will help you reach your maximum yield potential.
Rebecca Rains
Agent
Rebecca has been a member of the Premier Ag team since 2016. A Northwest Kansas native, Rebecca was raised on a farm and has strong agricultural roots. She holds a Bachelor’s degree from Fort Hays State University in Communication/Public Relations and is a licensed insurance agent in Kansas and Colorado. Rebecca’s farming background and prior work experience at USDA Farm Service Agency gives her a unique position in understanding the risks and needs of those in the agricultural industry.
Kenny Richardson
Seed Manager
Kenny joined Premier Ag in January of 2018. Kenny grew up in Aurora, Colorado and played basketball at Oklahoma Wesleyan University, and graduated with a B.S. in Business Administration. Kenny has over 12 years of hands-on agricultural experience. Kenny’s experience in business and agriculture and his enthusiastic work ethic make him a vital part of the Premier Ag team.
Faith Nickelson
Office Assistant
Faith joined Premier Ag in November of 2019. She graduated from Fort Hays State University in 2018 with a degree in Ag Business before returning home to northwest Kansas. Growing up on her family’s farm and ranch near Russell Springs, Faith spent much of her time working on various 4H projects and animals, and helping her grandpa around the farm.