OUR Story OUR Farms OUR Chicken OUR Standards OUR Kitchen GET The Facts PRODUCT LOCATOR CAREERS CONTACT US The Sechler Family WE’VE BEEN FAMILY-OWNED and operated for more than a century. celebrating 125 years WITH SCOTT SECHLER SCOTT SECHLER HAS SPENT THE LAST 35 YEARS, transforming the way poultry is produced in America and escalating Bell & Evans to new heights, but there’s a rich history behind the brand that spans 125 years and several generations of poultrymen. our leader & visionary MEET SCOTT SCOTT SECHLER GREW UP HELPING HIS DAD with the chickens on the family farm. At seven years old, Scott started raising his own flocks—and questioning the process at each step. “When we got chickens, they always gave us packs of vaccines,” he recalls. “I used to ask, ‘Why do we need this? Can we raise them without it?’ … My dad used to say I’d never be able to make money selling chickens the way I wanted to raise them: ‘Who could afford it?’ I’d tell him, ‘If I can’t raise them the way I want, I won’t sell them at all.’” Less than a decade later, Scott’s father put his son in charge of the family chicken business. As business grew, Scott reinvented everything from the chicken’s housing and feed to processing and packaging. And he’s never stopped challenging the status quo. the next generation MEET MARGO Margo Sechler started in the family business, helping raise chickens on the family farm. “Growing up,” she recalls, “most of my friends were from farm families, so it seemed normal for me to be involved in agriculture.” Passionate about helping others, Margo received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Penn State University. Since high school, Margo has worked in emergency services including an ambulance EMT and emergency room nurse. She currently volunteers as an emergency medical technician with the local fire company. “I worked hard to earn my nursing license and I think it’s important to use those skills to give back,” Margo says. “But I always knew I’d wind up in the family business. It’s certainly a unique dynamic but I feel blessed that I’m able to experience this type of career.” Margo uses her education, experience and interpersonal skills to serve as Bell & Evans Executive Vice President, where she is involved in Live Production, Human Resources and Public Relations. MEET SCOTT JR. (“BUDDY”) Like his father, Scott Jr. worked in the family business from an early age. “It was a great way to grow up,” he says. “One day I was using machinery, the next working with my hands, then outside working in the barn. It gave me a well-rounded appreciation for both God’s creation and man’s progress.” Buddy studied Agricultural Business Management at Penn State University before taking a position in the sales department at Bell & Evans, and over time he worked in several different areas of the company. In his current role as Bell & Evans Executive Vice President and Vice Chairman of the Board, he oversees sales, marketing, and research and development. Buddy is passionate about upholding his father’s tireless commitment to quality. “It’s all about seeing people enjoy our products,” he says. “And when eating a great meal can be considered research, that automatically means you have a great job.” our family album Previous Next Margo has her Dad's concern for the welfare of animals and people alike. Previous Next our timeline We go way back. A lot has happened in the past 100+ years. SEE OUR INDUSTRY FIRSTS tricks of the trade No secrets here. We’re shining light on industry tricks and marketing hype. READ MORE Bell&Evans 154 West Main Street Fredericksburg, PA 17026 717-865-6626 CONTACT US Privacy Policy Legal Disclaimer Sitemap Promotions FAQs Business Partners Careers Sign up for our Newsletter SUBSCRIBE View Newsletter Archive