Business Details
29 Years
experience
Trusted Agricultural Engineering Services
Settje Agri-Services & Engineering is the Midwest's premier provider of livestock systems design, engineering, construction management, manure marketing, and environmental compliance. Founded in 1997 by Dean Settje, our mission has always been to deliver unmatched engineering and design services to livestock producers. Over the years, we have expanded our offerings while maintaining an unwavering commitment to serving both large-scale integrated producers and family-owned operations. Our team comprises professional engineers, draftsmen, construction managers, agronomists, geologists, and field technicians who merge technology, design, and regulatory expertise to create innovative systems that set industry standards.With more than 400 years of combined experience, we provide value-driven solutions to over 1,500 livestock producers globally. Our extensive experience in cattle feedlot and production facility design spans much of the United States. Rooted in agricultural heritage, our culture drives every decision we make. We shape livestock production facilities and natural resource networks to benefit future generations through sustainable, profitable solutions tailored to each client's unique needs.
Services
Engineering
Construction Management
Manure Management
Permitting & Compliance
Sustainability Services
Agricultural Design
Surveying
Water Resources
Environmental Compliance
Livestock Facility Permitting
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We have over 400 years of combined experience in livestock facility design
- Our team includes professional engineers and environmental specialists
- We offer a proprietary web-based compliance record-keeping system
- We serve over 1,500 livestock producers globally
- We provide turnkey solutions from design to construction
Services
Agricultural Engineering
Our professional engineers specialize in livestock facility design with operational efficiency in mind. We create customized solutions for beef, swine, dairy, and poultry operations ranging from 300 to 100,000+ head. Our team works closely with producers to develop facilities that match their specific size and management style while maintaining environmental compliance.
Manure Management
We maximize operational assets through comprehensive manure management solutions. Our services include sales, hauling, spreading logistics, and nutrient management planning. With over 1 million tons of manure marketed annually, we help producers convert waste into profitable resources while maintaining environmental compliance through our proprietary record-keeping system.
Construction Management
We provide turnkey design-build construction services for livestock facilities. Our team acts as General Contractor or Construction Manager, offering cost-saving solutions through competitive bidding. Services include site supervision, subcontractor management, and quality assurance throughout the construction process for beef feedlots, swine barns, dairy facilities, and poultry operations.
Environmental Compliance
Our proprietary web-based system ensures environmental compliance across all levels. We handle permitting, record-keeping, site inspections, and groundwater monitoring. As NRCS-registered Technical Service Providers, we help producers meet CAFO requirements and maintain compliance with local, state, and federal regulations through comprehensive monitoring and reporting systems.
Sustainability Services
We offer greenhouse gas assessments, anaerobic digester design, and separation system audits to enhance sustainability. Our services help producers reduce carbon footprints while creating revenue streams through renewable energy and carbon credits. We provide feasibility assessments and system integration solutions for sustainable livestock operations.
People
Dean Settje
Founder and President
Founded Settje Agri-Services in 1997 after developing the first environmental compliance program for Nebraska Cattlemen. Brings decades of agricultural experience from family farming operations and industry leadership roles.
Steve Westerbuhr
Division Lead for Engineering
Manages engineering division with 25+ years of experience in livestock facility design. Specializes in feedlots, swine facilities, and dairies. Combines practical experience from feedlot operations with technical engineering expertise.
Travis Caspersen
Division Lead for Compliance
Developed the Settje Compliance Service web-based program. Brings agricultural science expertise and extensive experience in manure marketing, facility zoning, and regulatory compliance for livestock operations.
Zach Settje
Chief Operating Officer
Oversees daily operations with international agricultural project experience. Manages construction management, project development, and software development activities. Combines field experience with strategic business leadership.
Questions
What agricultural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in engineering, construction, manure management, environmental compliance, and sustainability services for livestock producers including beef, dairy, swine, and poultry operations.
How do you ensure environmental compliance?
We use a proprietary web-based record-keeping system for CAFO compliance, groundwater monitoring, and permit management. Our team handles inspections, reporting, and regulatory representation for livestock operations.
Can you help with manure management solutions?
Yes, we provide complete manure management including sales, hauling logistics, nutrient planning, and application services. We market over 1 million tons annually while maximizing value for both producers and farmers.
Do you work with international clients?
Yes, we serve over 1,500 livestock producers globally with facility design, construction management, and compliance solutions tailored to different regulatory environments and operational requirements.
What makes your engineering services unique?
Our team combines agricultural experience with technical engineering expertise, offering integrated solutions from concept through construction. We've engineered over 1,200 livestock operations with customized facility designs.
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