LEADERSHIP

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Michael initially founded Poma to help guide responsible farm use of by-products originating from various food processing operations. The firm has grown its' offerings to leverage expert-level support within the plant biological product space and extensive creativity for ag tech companies that build products to better educate farmers. Prior to launching Poma Ag Group, Michael served as the Director of Agronomy for the southern US for a specialty fertilizer manufacturer. In 7 years at his prior role his responsibilities touched many areas including Product Management, Marketing, Research, Development and Regulatory aspects. 

As a Certified Crop Advisor and a 4R Nutrient Management Specialist, Michael is a leading voice in his geography on enhanced efficiency fertilizers, fertilizer regulation/laws, and biological product positioning for grower success. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Georgia Plant Food Educational Society and has been involved with The Fertilizer Institute’s Biostimulant Council. Michael has undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of Georgia’s College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences. 

He lives in Bishop, GA with his wife Amanda and their 3 children – Noah (8), Mason (6), and Ansley (2).