Following Alberta Grains’ Annual General Meeting held last week in Banff, Alberta, during the Prairie Cereals Summit, the commission is pleased to announce its board of directors including Tara Sawyer as chair, Scott Jespersen as first vice-chair, and Devin Hartzler as second vice-chair.
Sawyer, who farms near Acme, continues as chair for Alberta Grains, having previously served as inaugural chair beginning in January 2024. Jespersen, who farms near Spruce Grove, continues his role as the first vice-chair role. Hartzler, who farms near Carstairs, will also continue to hold his position as second vice-haor with Alberta Grains.
“I’m incredibly grateful to continue to serve as the chair for Alberta Grains,” said Sawyer. “We have an incredibly passionate group on our board who bring an extensive range of diverse skills and backgrounds, all with the same goal of advancing grain production and awareness in Alberta and across Canada.”
After a series of regional meetings held throughout October and November 2024 to conduct elections, Alberta Grains introduces the newly elected directors:
• Region 1: Dean Hubbard, David Bishop.
• Region 2: Devin Hartzler, Tara Sawyer.
• Region 3: Stewart Oke, Dick Wymenga.
• Region 4: Shawn Jacula.
• Region 5: Scott Jespersen, Harvey Hagman
• Region 6: Greg Sears, Tasha Alexander.
“Every decision made at the board table is based on how we can best benefit Alberta farmers,” said Alberta Grains Executive Director Mike Flynn. “With solid governance, varied perspectives and thoughtful discussions, I’m proud of the board that we’ve formed and eager to work with them to meet our goals at every step. I’m excited to see how this committed group of farmers will continue driving our industry forward.”
Alberta Grains thanks all outgoing directors and delegates for their longstanding commitment to furthering the interests of Alberta barley and wheat producers.
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