UnCommon Farms announced the launch of UnCommon Energy, a new business unit built to help farmers reduce energy costs, take control of on-farm energy development, and capture more of the long-term value tied to their land. The move expands UnCommon Farms' capabilities into one of the most important and rapidly evolving areas of farm business: energy.
UnCommon Energy is anchored in the same farmer-owned foundation as UnCommon Farms. Its owners are farm operators within the UnCommon Farms network, shaping how the business evaluates opportunities, structures projects, and prioritizes long-term outcomes. That structure allows the company to approach energy development differently than traditional developers, with a focus on ownership, transparency, and alignment with the farmer.
To build the business, UnCommon Farms assembled a team of experienced startup operators, led by Managing Director Jack Scatizzi. UnCommon Energy combines that entrepreneurial mindset of moving fast, staying nimble, and scaling with purpose with the credibility and trusted relationships of the UnCommon Farms network. The result is a business uniquely positioned at the intersection of agriculture and energy.
Farmers today face mounting pressure from low commodity prices and rising input costs, while electricity and fuel prices climb and access to reliable power becomes less certain. At the same time, demand for new energy infrastructure is accelerating, and rural land is increasingly at the center of that growth. Too often, developers seek long-term control of farmland through complex lease agreements that transfer most of the value away from the land and the people who steward it.
"Farms today are complex businesses, and energy is quickly becoming a critical layer of that business," said Matt Ronken, CEO of UnCommon Farms. "UnCommon Energy is a natural extension of our mission, giving farmers the clarity and capability to make smart decisions in a space that is moving quickly."
In practice, UnCommon Energy works directly with farmers to evaluate opportunities on their land, starting with the areas where energy costs are highest. The team designs and implements behind-the-meter solutions (on-site systems that reduce what you draw from the grid) that can immediately reduce on-farm energy expenses. From there, the team helps farmers assess larger-scale opportunities tied to their land, ensuring they understand their options, maintain control, and participate meaningfully in the value being created.
"Too often, energy developers approach farmers with agreements that transfer most of the value away from the land," said Jack Scatizzi, Managing Director of UnCommon Energy. "We believe the people who steward the land should be the ones who benefit from it."
UnCommon Energy is working with farmers to evaluate on-farm energy solutions and longer-term development opportunities, with early projects focused on reducing energy costs and establishing a foundation for broader energy strategies. The company is also building relationships with cooperatives, developers, and capital partners to support projects that align with farmer ownership and long-term value creation.
Farm families ready to understand what their land is worth in today's energy market can schedule a consultation online at uncommon.energy or by calling 618-372-7427.
UnCommon Farms supports producers across North America by providing the expertise, resources, and community they need to build profitable, sustainable farming operations. Through business coaching, peer networks, and strategic partnerships, UnCommon Farms helps members secure their legacy and position their operations for long-term, multi-generational success.
UnCommon Energy, a subsidiary of UnCommon Farms, is a farmer-backed energy company focused on helping producers reduce energy costs and capture more value from their land. Led by a team of experienced startup operators, the company designs and implements on-farm energy solutions while evaluating and structuring larger, grid-scale opportunities built around a simple principle: farmers should own the development on their land, not lease it to outside developers.
UnCommon Farms
Matt Huelskamp
Phone: 618-372-7400 | 314-313-6049
Email: mhuelskamp@uncommonfarms.com