Schlessman Seed Company

Schlessman Seed Company Schlessman Seed Company is the largest seed production company based in Ohio. We produce and sell hybrid corn, popcorn, sweet corn, soybeans and wheat.

The origin of Schlessman Seed Co. began in 1915 when John Schlessman started to grow seed for local farmers. Eventually, his four sons joined him. In 1957 John incorporated the business as J. Schlessman & Sons, Inc. The business grew to the point where entire railroad box cars were being loaded with Schlessman's seed for distribution around the country. In 1969 the name of the company was changed

to Schlessman Seed Co. It is an Ohio corporation but still a family owned business. Schlessman's is located in north central Ohio and is in one of the finest growing areas in the world. Schlessman Seed Co. produces popcorn seed for commercial processors all over the world as well as hybrid seed corn, sweet corn, soybeans, oats and wheat seed. Technology and new product development will play a major role in the future. is on the leading edge of research and development. We retain a full time popcorn plant breeder with four research stations in Ames, Iowa; Nampa, Idaho; Ponce, Puerto Rico; and here in Milan, Ohio. is continually working to increase yields and expansion of our popcorn varieties. has agreements with many companies who are advancing genetically transferred traits to produce new genetically enhanced hybrids. This new seed enables farmers to grow relatively weed-free and insect-free crops, thereby improving their yields while increasing efficiency and improving the environment.

Sweet corn seed is now available for purchase! Stop by our office at the dates and times listed below.
04/07/2026

Sweet corn seed is now available for purchase! Stop by our office at the dates and times listed below.

11/05/2025

Summer Internship Opportunity!!

Schlessman Seed Company is looking for a Sales & Research Intern for the summer of 2026. If you are a college student looking for an educational job experience over summer break, apply today by emailing your resume to Heath at [email protected]
Intern responsibilities include:

•Help plant and maintain show/ research plots
•Help coordinate field day
•Work alongside the sales team to meet the needs of our customers
•Monitor product performance throughout the growing season
•Evaluate market development

We are hiring!Are you a motivated individual looking for an exciting new career path? If so, we are hiring a full-time f...
06/16/2025

We are hiring!

Are you a motivated individual looking for an exciting new career path? If so, we are hiring a full-time farm laborer to be part of our seed production team. Apply today!

09/23/2024

Summer Internship Opportunity!!

Schlessman Seed Company is looking for a Sales & Research Intern for the summer of 2025. If you are a college student looking for an educational job experience over summer break, apply today by emailing your resume to Heath at [email protected]

Intern responsibilities include:
•Help plant and maintain show/ research plots
•Help coordinate field day
•Work alongside the sales team to meet the needs of our customers
•Monitor product performance throughout the growing season
•Evaluate market development

Come see us at the Farm Science Review booth 903! We have delicious popcorn!
09/17/2024

Come see us at the Farm Science Review booth 903! We have delicious popcorn!

We would like to thank Katie Woodruff our 2024 Summer Intern for everything she has done. Katie did an excellent job wit...
08/02/2024

We would like to thank Katie Woodruff our 2024 Summer Intern for everything she has done. Katie did an excellent job with all of her duties this summer. We wish her the best of luck in her sophomore year at The Ohio State University!

Valuable article on how to prepare farms and farmland for the upcoming solar eclipse. We hope everyone has a safe and ex...
04/03/2024

Valuable article on how to prepare farms and farmland for the upcoming solar eclipse. We hope everyone has a safe and exciting experience!

The information presented here, along with any trade names used, is supplied with the understanding that no discrimination is intended and no endorsement is made by Ohio State University Extension is implied. Although every attempt is made to produce information that is complete, timely, and accurat...

04/01/2024
12/21/2023

Summer Internship Opportunity!!

Schlessman Seed Company is looking for a Sales & Research Intern for the summer of 2024. If you are a college student looking for an educational job experience over summer break, apply today by emailing your resume to Heath at [email protected]

Intern responsibilities include:
•Help plant and maintain show/ research plots
•Help coordinate field day
•Work alongside the sales team to meet the needs of our customers
•Monitor product performance throughout the growing season
•Evaluate market development

We would like to thank our Summer Intern Cory Myers! Cory has done a great job with all of his duties this summer! We wi...
08/15/2023

We would like to thank our Summer Intern Cory Myers! Cory has done a great job with all of his duties this summer! We wish him luck in his senior year at The Ohio State University!

Address

11513 US-250 N
Milan, OH
44846

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(419) 499-2572

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