About Genesis Sod Farms
At Genesis Sod Farms, we understand the unique needs of landscape professionals of all kinds from builders to installers to golf course superintendents. With years of experience working alongside dedicated partners in these fields, we deliver not just high-quality sod, but a level of professionalism and customer service that sets us apart.
Our farm-to-yard approach ensures that you’re getting the freshest, locally grown sod, directly from the source. By cutting out the middleman, we offer cost-effective solutions tailored to large or small-scale projects, whether you’re looking to complete a residential development, maintain pristine golf course grounds, or enhance a commercial landscape.We take pride in offering timely, reliable service with a commitment to exceeding your expectations. Our team of professionals understands the demands of this ever growing industry. We have come accustomed to adapting to fit our customers needs.
For our residential customers, we offer high-quality sod by the roll, as well as options for seed and fertilizer to help you achieve the perfect lawn. Whether you’re looking for a DIY solution or professional installation, we’re here to make your lawn lush, green, and beautiful—all while providing the same level of superior customer service.
Founded in 2009, Genesis Sod Farms is a family-owned business singularly focused on being the most trusted sod & seed provider for Central Indiana. Being the most trusted sod and seed provider happens by consistently delivering the highest quality product on the market, with exceptional service, at a very competitive price. In addition to wholesale sod sales, Genesis Sod Farms also offers installation services for sod and landscape material, professional-grade seed, fertilizers, environmentally friendly pesticides, as well as straw roll mats and straw bales!
Our offices are located at 1448 Conner St. Noblesville, IN and our Production Facility is in Fortville, IN. We have production fields spanning all over Central Indiana in Noblesville, Fortville, and Rushville. In all, as of 2023, Genesis Sod Farms has over 1,400 acres dedicated to the highest quality production of fescue and bluegrass sod.
For more information on ordering from Genesis Sod Farms, call or e-mail us today!
We look forward to building a trusted partnership with you!
Meet Our Team
Michael Brown
Mike Brown, Genesis Sod Farms President, has been with us since March of 2019. He has grown turf in many parts of the country. Mike started at Indiana University for his BA in Public Affairs, then moved onto Wayne University for his BS in Turfgrass Science and made his final stop at North Carolina State University for his MS in Turfgrass Pathology. He has been a part of the Golf Industry for 30 years, serving as the President of the Carolina Golf Course Superintendents Association in 2005. He’s served on numerous GCSAA National Committees including Water Resource, Ultra-Low Residual Pesticide Use, and Phosphite Run-off Reduction. During his free time, Mike plays bass guitar in multiple bands around the Indy area. He enjoys all things basketball and buying and selling space-age collectibles
Contractor Sales Representative
Allen Donnelly
As our Contractor Sales Representative, Allen Donnelly assists residential customers with their sod needs. Allen has a background in Commercial and Residential Sales. He received his BS at Indiana University. He is a member of the Central Indiana Alumni Association and a Lifetime Member of the Indiana University Alumni Association. He is an avid reader and enjoys watching and playing numerous sports. Allen joined the Genesis Sod Farms team in 2021.
Lily Wilson
Lily Wilson joined our team in January 2022 as our Office and Social Media Coordinator. Lily graduated from Ball State University with her BA in Telecommunications. She has two cats that she rescued from her hometown shelter. In her free time, she enjoys reading, drawing/painting, and spending too much money at thrift stores.
Mikaela Solms
Mikaela Solms is our Staff Accountant. Her duties include accounts receivable, payables, and inventory. She graduated from Wilmington College in Ohio and Ivy Tech Community School with a degree in Agricultural Business Management and Accounting. Mikaela has been a barrel racer for many years. She placed top 10 in the 2022 IBRA (International Barrel Racing Association) for the state of Indiana. She helps her husband with their shared business and enjoys spending time with him at hockey games. When Mikaela isn’t crunching numbers or taking care of her horses she can be found reading or on a boat fishing. Mikaela has been with Genesis since 2023.
Logistics Manager
David Miller
Growing up in the Rushville, Indiana area, David Miller has spent his entire life farming. David is the longest-tenured employee here at Genesis Sod Farms. As our Logistics Manager, David ensures all equipment is ready and available to complete jobs, while also making sure our trucks are loaded and routed so they arrive to you on time. When he isn’t farming his 400 acres of corn and soybeans, he can be found boating, water-skiing, horseback riding, and camping.
Operations and Project Manager
Mitchell Griffin
Mitchell Griffin joined Genesis Sod Farms in 2022 as our Operations Manager. He now oversees our residential installations as Project Manager. Mitchell is responsible for personnel and their daily activities in the workplace. When he’s not overseeing his team at the Production Facility, he can be found backpacking and exploring National Parks with his wife and friends! When he’s not exploring or traveling, he enjoys staying home to watch Netflix, read, and play basketball. He attended Southern Adventist University in Chattanooga, TN.
Shop Manager
Josh Isenhower
Josh is from Tipton, IN. He attended Sheridan High School and, later, Lincoln Tech. As the Shop Manager he oversees all equipment repairs to ensure all of our vehicles, large and small, stay running. Josh has three daughters and in his free time enjoys spending time with his family and camping. Josh has been a maintenance employee at Genesis since 2022 and we are thrilled to now have him a part of our management staff!
