Olds, Leavitt L.–Madison, Wisconsin–L. L. Olds Seed
Co. was established in 1888. Olds was a potato farmer who expanded
into a breeder, grower and retailer of potatoes for seed. The company
expanded its business to become a wholesaler and retailer of all farm,
garden and turf seeds. In 1988, the company was sold to Van der Have
USA.