40 Under 40, Class of 2018

Adam Dietrich

Company

Leo Dietrich and Sons LLC

Job Title

Partner

Accomplishments

Dietrich is a partner​ with Leo Dietrich and Sons LLC​, a family-owned fruit growing and packing operation located in West Michigan. A graduate of Michigan State University’s Department of Horticulture in 2008, Dietrich returned home to join his brothers, father and uncle on their 500-acre apple and cherry orchard as a sixth generation grower. Additionally, he serves the agricultural community with his roles in the Ottawa County and Michigan Farm Bureau organizations and as an officer of the Michigan Pomesters.





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