Donald J. Quincey is an advocate for the industry and role model for future generations. Donald “Don” Quincey has an undeniable passion and dedication to the agricultural industry.

Born in Gainesville, Don is a fifth-generation Florida cattleman. Following graduation from Chiefland High School, he felt called to serve in law enforcement. But after two years of service, his unquestionable love for the land and raising cattle brought him back to the family’s feed store and cow-calf operation. He was actively engaged in ownership and operations from 1977 to 2003, when the store was sold. While supporting the family business, Don founded Quincey Cattle Company in 1992, a diversified cattle-feeding operation in Chiefland. The operation has grown in size and scope to meet fellow cattle producers’ needs and goals, providing services to improve marketability and options for Florida cattle. His commitment to innovation has led to improved sustainability for the industry, with approximately 80% of his commodity needs coming from within 20 miles of his ranch.

As a longtime member of the Suwannee River Water Management District board, Don has been an advocate for mutually beneficial environmental and agricultural policy, seeking to bridge the gaps between production and regulation. He served as chair for nine of his 12 years at the district. During his tenure, he initiated the district’s cost-share program and was instrumental in developing a water-use monitoring program to assist agricultural stakeholders with reporting actual water use instead of estimated data.