Tom Baumann has a Masters Degree in Plant Science from Germany and a Masters Degree in Horticulture from the University of British Columbia. Mr. Baumann has been teaching at the University of the Fraser Valley since 1991 and has been in charge of UFV’s greenhouse and field operations in Chilliwack, Langley and Qualicum. Mr. Baumann specializes in berries and has been employed by the BC Strawberry Growers Association and by the Raspberry Industry Development Council in the past. Mr. Baumann is also the President of Expert Agriculture Team, a research and consulting company that provides expertise to numerous growers in the Fraser Valley.
Tom Baumann commented that “I am extremely excited to join Affinor in this capacity. I have seen the technology in use and am grateful to have the opportunity to help implement this technology throughout the world. Climate change is causing significant changes to the way we grow crops and Affinor’s technology is a great example of technology and agriculture coming together to adapt to these changes.”
Nick Brusatore, CEO, commented that “We are very excited to have an expert of Mr. Baumann’s stature join the Affinor team. Mr. Baumann brings a wealth of knowledge and experience that, combined with our technology, will be a game changer in the agriculture industry.”