Welcome to Baird Seed Company

Your Midwest Partner for Non-GMO & Organic Seeds

For over 90 years, Baird Seed Company has partnered with Midwest farmers to deliver high-quality Non-GMO and Organic soybean and wheat seed. From our family-owned facility in Williamsfield, Illinois, we help growers across the heartland produce cleaner crops, stronger yields, and lasting profit.

Proudly serving farmers across the Midwest.

Trusted by Generations of Farmers

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about us

Rooted in Family. Growing with Farmers.

For nearly a century, Baird Seed Company has proudly served Midwest farmers with premium Non-GMO and Organic seed. From our ICIA-approved facility in Williamsfield, Illinois, our third-generation family business provides trusted Non-GMO soybean, wheat, and small grain varieties—helping farmers grow with confidence and purpose.

Our services

Helping Midwest Farmers Grow
With Quality and Integrity

From seed conditioning to contract production, Baird Seed Company provides trusted Non-GMO and Organic seed solutions for farms of every size.

Non-GMO Seed Production

We produce and supply Non-GMO soybean and wheat varieties designed for premium food-grade and export markets.

Contract Production

Partner with us for variety-specific Non-GMO soybean contracts serving domestic and international buyers.

Organic Seed Processing

Our MCIA-certified facility handles organic soybeans, wheat, and small grains with the highest quality standards.

Parent Seed Multiplication

We provide small increase and parent seed production for select Non-GMO and Organic varieties.

Seed Conditioning

Full-service cleaning, sizing, and packaging for soybeans, wheat, and oats — tailored to your needs.

Cover Crops & Small Grains

Explore our lineup of rye, oats, and other cover crop options to support healthy soil and sustainable rotations.

Our Brands

Proven Seed Brands for Reliable Yields

Each of our brands represents generations of seed expertise, designed to deliver consistent performance and quality. Whether you’re focused on Non-GMO food-grade soybeans or high-quality wheat production, Baird Seed Company provides varieties that Midwest farmers trust season after season.

Illini Brand Soybeans

Developed for performance and consistency, our Illini Brand soybeans offer a strong lineup of Non-GMO varieties tailored for Midwest conditions and food-grade markets.

HPB Brand Soybeans

Focused on quality, purity, and yield stability, HPB Brand soybeans are ideal for growers seeking dependable Non-GMO options for both domestic and export buyers.

Baird Brand Wheat

Our Baird Brand wheat is known for its excellent milling quality, disease resistance, and strong field performance—crafted for sustainable, profitable production.

Farmers Deserve A Choice

Farmers deserve a choice. Today, three companies control 90% of global seed
genetics. Illinois Brand and Baird Seed Company remain independent. Our
soybeans and wheat come from university and private breeding programs, ensuring
more genetic diversity in our non-GMO varieties. We use advanced traditional
breeding for the latest improvements in soybean and wheat genetics.

Certified Organic Facility

Certified for Quality.
Recognized for Integrity.

As members of the Illinois and Minnesota Crop Improvement Associations, and certified by MCIA as an Organic Facility, we ensure every seed meets the highest purity and performance standards.

Certifications

🌾 Illinois Crop Approvement Association Approved Conditioner
🌾 Minnesota Crop Approvement Association Certified Organic Facility

Associations

🌾 Illinois Crop Improvement Association
🌾 Minnesota Crop Improvement Association
🌾 American Seed Trade Association (ASTA)
🌾 Independent Professional Seed Association
🌾 Illinois Soybean Association

Testimonial

Feedback from those who trust us

"Great group of people to work with. Family business who care about their customers."

Lukas Ford

"We have been working with Doug Baird and his team for more than 8 years and have found their seed cleaning work to be top quality. In addition, they are responsive (by phone and text) and nice people to talk to. Recommend them highly."

Molly Breslin

"Great family farm, can help out with any needs of seed and will bend over backwards to get you the help that you need for your farming critiques."

Anonymous

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers from a Team You Can Trust

With over 90 years of experience serving Midwest growers, we understand the questions that matter most. Explore our FAQs below to learn more about our Non-GMO and Organic seed solutions.

Baird Seed Company is a third-generation, family-owned business with over 90 years of experience serving Midwest farmers. We specialize in Non-GMO and Organic seed production, offering personalized service, consistent quality, and long-term partnerships built on trust.

Yes! We provide both Non-GMO and Organic soybean and wheat seed varieties. Our Williamsfield, Illinois facility is MCIA Certified Organic, ensuring top-quality seed cleaning and processing for organic growers.

We work with growers across Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Wisconsin, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, Michigan, and even into North Carolina—We have maturities from late group 1 to an early group 4.

Absolutely. We offer contract production of Non-GMO soybeans for both domestic and export food-grade markets. Contact Doug Baird to learn more about current opportunities and available varieties.

Our certified facility conditions soybeans, wheat, and oats. We also provide small increase and parent seed production services for Non-GMO and Organic varieties.

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Let’s Grow Stronger Together

Partner with a family-owned seed company that’s been serving Midwest farmers since 1933. Whether you need Non-GMO seed, organic processing, or contract production, our team is ready to help you grow with confidence.