Shawn grew up on a farm in Southwestern Ontario and continues to produce corn and soybeans on his family farm, growing genetics tested through his program. He is a University of Guelph graduate, with an M.Sc. (Plant Breeding and Genetics) and B.Sc. (Agronomy). Shawn is recognized within the industry for his expertise in corn genetics and product positioning and leads one of the largest corn testing and development programs in the country, working in maturity ranges from 68 to 112 days. Shawn also maintains his Certified Crop Advisor designation, is a recognized Plant Breeder by the Canadian Seed Growers’ Association and is a past chair of the Ontario Corn Committee.