Who we are?

The establishment of Paragon Poultry Management Group was aimed at implementing a consistent operational strategy across all related entities under Melhorn Sales, Service & Trucking Co. With our operations spanning multiple states and entities, a need arose to establish a specialized team to oversee and implement all procedures pertaining to finance, human resources, safety, logistics, infrastructure, and technology across all operating entities. This approach guarantees that all employees have similar opportunities and comply with identical protocols, irrespective of the entity they work in.

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Who we are?

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Our Journey Through Time: Key Milestones

1957

John Melhorn starts selling chicks for DeKalb

1957

Formation of crews

1958

Melhorn builds pullet house in Mount Joy

1965

Melhorn purchases first truck for poultry hauling

1984

Melhorn establishes base on Main Street

2008

Astin Melhorn joins as Chief Operations Officer

2012

We began marketing spent fowl

2015

Astin Melhorn purchases the company

2019

Formation of JMW Poultry Solutions

2019

Purchase of MainJoy Unlimited

2021

Great Plains creation

2021

Paragon Poultry Management Group Establishment

2025

Breaking Ground for New Melhorn Ohio Site

OUR MISSION

At Paragon Poultry Management Group, our mission is to support the poultry industry by delivering reliable, high-quality service that prioritizes innovation, efficiency, and strong industry partnerships. We are dedicated to maintaining excellence in every aspect of our operations, ensuring customer satisfaction, and contributing to the long-term success of our industry. We are committed to supporting the industry, even through its toughest challenges.

OUR MISSION

At Paragon Poultry Management Group, our mission is to support the poultry industry by delivering reliable, high-quality service that prioritizes innovation, efficiency, and strong industry partnerships. We are dedicated to maintaining excellence in every aspect of our operations, ensuring customer satisfaction, and contributing to the long-term success of our industry. We are committed to supporting the industry, even through its toughest challenges.

OUR TEAM

Meet the experts driving our success and innovation.

Astin Melhorn President ➔ Anthony Wenger Safety Director ➔ Scott Hanson Director of Strategic Operations ➔ Scott Hess Director of Infrastructure ➔ Korina King Human Resources Director ➔ Keith Frey Director of Logistics ➔ Kassidy Keech Director of Finance ➔

Poultry Services Tailored for You

We provide a wide range of poultry services, ensuring top-notch care and management for your flock. Our expertise spans from
chicks to layers, guaranteeing quality and compliance at every step.

EXPLORE OUR SERVICES

Poultry Services Tailored for You

We provide a wide range of poultry services, ensuring top-notch care and management for your flock. Our expertise spans from
chicks to layers, guaranteeing quality and compliance at every step.