Michigan CCA Program Announces New Board Members

Written By Chuck Lippstreu

The Michigan Certified Crop Adviser (CCA) announced the addition of new Board members that will help guide its continued development and ensure the program remains relevant and valuable in today’s agricultural landscape. The new board will support efforts around certification, continuing education, outreach, and industry engagement.

“We appreciate these industry leaders for stepping up to help elevate the Michigan CCA program,” said Michigan CCA Chairman Tim Schaub. “Our new board members represent a wide cross-section of Michigan’s agronomy sector.”

The board’s first meeting is scheduled for July and will focus on long-term planning, near-term priorities, budget development, and the formation of committees to guide critical areas like programming and standards.

2025–26 Michigan CCA Board Members:

  • Al Pung – Nutrien Ag Solutions

  • Andrew Greenhoe – MAC

  • Andy Black – Keystone Cooperative

  • Chuck Lippstreu – MABA

  • Eric Barr – Helena Agri-Enterprises

  • Jeff Schulz – Valent

  • Keith Diedrick – Independent Consultant (KD Agricultural Research)

  • Keith Leighton – CHS

  • Kirk Hautau – Syngenta

  • Kurt Thelen – MSU

  • Lucas Costanza – Nutrien Ag Solutions

  • Marshall Jenkins – Wilbur Ellis Co.

  • Mike Philip – MDARD

  • Ryan Hegenaur – Star of the West

  • Sam Khrovsky – GAPS FS

  • Tim Schaub – Rob-See-Co

  • Zayne Curtis – GAPS FS

Chuck Lippstreu