McClintic named first-ever Michigan CCA of the Year

January 23, 2026

Mark McClintic (center) was named Michigan's first CCA of the Year in January 2026. On his left is Tim Schaub, Michigan CCA Board Chair, and on his right is Lara Bryant, Associate Director of Component Relations for the American Society of Agronomy.

The Michigan Certified Crop Adviser (CCA) Program announced Mark McClintic of Michigan Agricultural Commodities (MAC) as the recipient of the first-ever Michigan CCA of the Year Award. The award was created to honor a Michigan agronomist who demonstrates technical excellence and a commitment to farmer success.

The Michigan Certified Crop Adviser (CCA) Program announced Mark McClintic of Michigan Agricultural Commodities (MAC) as the recipient of the first-ever Michigan CCA of the Year Award. The award, created to honor a Michigan agronomist who demonstrates technical excellence and a commitment to farmer success, was presented Jan. 14, 2026 during the Michigan Agri-Business Association’s 2026 Winter Conference in Lansing, MI.

“Mark represents the qualities the Certified Crop Adviser designation stands for and serves as an ambassador for Michigan’s 270-plus CCAs,” said Tim Schaub, Michigan CCA Board Chair. “Mark is highly respected for his agronomic expertise as well as for his mentorship skills. Launching this new award was an important step to recognize the knowledge and skills of Michigan’s Certified Crop Advisors, and Mark is a fitting first honoree.”

The Michigan CCA Board recognized McClintic after a review of industry nominations for the award. The board noted his more than 30 years of service, industry leadership and focus on guiding the next generation of agronomists.

“I am honored to receive this award and want to recognize the role the Certified Crop Adviser program plays in our state, spotlighting the contributions of professional agronomists,” McClintic said. “Working with Michigan farmers is a privilege, and earning my CCA has been an important part of my professional journey. I’m grateful to my colleagues and the Michigan CCA Board for this award.”

In addition to the CCA of the Year recognition, the Michigan CCA Board also recognized three “Honorable Mention” agronomists: Jeff Martus with Star of the West Milling Company; Jason Stegink with Wide Angle Agriculture; and Ernie Klug, recently retired from Keystone Cooperative.

The award was presented by the Michigan CCA Board in partnership with the American Society of Agronomy, which oversees the national and international CCA programs.

Learn more about the new award by visiting www.michigancca.org.

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