Hanson Family
The Hanson family farm has deep roots in Minnesota, dating back to 1890 when Christian Hanson Sr. immigrated from Denmark and began farming the land. By 1940, Kevin’s grandfather, LeRoy Hanson, was raising beef cattle and a few dairy cows and growing different types of grain. In those early years, workhorses were the backbone of the operation. In the early 1940s, LeRoy purchased his first John Deere tractor, marking the beginning of a new era on the farm. In 1975, Kevin’s father, John, along with his uncles David and Larry, formed L.E. Hanson Farms, Inc. The farm focused on row crops, growing corn, soybeans and wheat. In 2004, when Uncle Larry retired, Kevin stepped in and took over his shares, joining the corporation and working alongside his dad and uncle.
Before returning to the farm full time, Kevin built a career around the equipment that had long supported the family’s livelihood. He spent four years working at John Deere in Mahnomen and another twelve at RDO in Hawley as a mechanic. In 2012, Kevin made the decision to farm full-time, continuing the legacy passed down through generations.
Today, Kevin farms with the help of his father, John, and his wife, Angie. The Hansons have two children, Brody and Zoey, who are both active in the farm, their community and their local church, Eksjo Lutheran. Brody is involved in football, basketball, track and the fishing league. He also helps lead camps for younger kids. Zoey keeps busy with basketball, volleyball and track. Kevin has previously served as a board member for CHS in Mahnomen. As a family, the Hansons take pride in their strong ties to both faith and community. They enjoy the quiet, tight-knit life in Audubon while continuing to grow the family farm with dedication and heart.