Effective as of January 1st 2026, Mike Stacey has taken on the role of the area sales manager for South West UK for Lemken, making him the central point of contact for their agricultural machinery dealers.

Mike has been a valued member of the team since 2011, serving as area support manager for South West UK. The manufacturer says his deep knowledge of their products, strong relationships with customers, and commitment to excellence make him ideally suited for this new position.

The 50 year old agricultural engineering expert comes from a farming background. After finishing his agricultural college training he worked for a large contracting company prior to joining Lemken.

Richard Relph, who has held this position for the past 17 years retired at the end of December. Lemken say he played a key role in supporting their dealer network, building strong relationships, and driving growth across the region.