In 1937, Hoegemeyer Hybrids was founded by H. Chris Hoegemeyer and his son, Leonard when the science of producing hybrid seed was in its early development.

Leonard, a student at the University of Nebraska, learned of the potential and techniques of corn hybridization, and brought home two inbred lines for his father to plant. From that beginning, Leonard earned a Master’s degree and worked toward his Ph.D. in plant breeding. He dedicated his life to the family business and continually searched for tough, stress-tolerant hybrids and to provide quality seed to farmers.