New Executive For Wheat Growers

Feb 05, 2020

The Alberta Wheat Commission (AWC) has a new executive after the wrap-up of its Annual General Meeting (AGM) during FarmTech in Edmonton.

Todd Hames takes over as the new Chair, and Hannah Konschuh continues in her role as Vice-Chair.

"I am honoured that my colleagues have placed their confidence in me to lead AWC’s board," said Hames. "We have seen a particularly challenging year with the difficult harvest, low prices and market uncertainty. It’s during these times that I'm most proud to serve on AWC’s board so we can continue working toward a stronger and more profitable future for farmers."

Hames takes over for Gary Stanford, one of the commission's founding directors.

"I've really enjoyed my time on the board and particularly as Chair," said Stanford. "Looking back on when the commission first began, I’m extremely proud of what we've accomplished from building our research portfolio to a total of more than $16.5 million invested in projects since inception, to the political progress we've made on files like rail transportation reform, to the ground we've gained with our global customers. I have great confidence that with Todd Hames’ industry experience and leadership that I am leaving AWC in great hands."

The board has also added three new directors: Dave Bartlett (Fairview) and Greg Sears (Sexsmith), both representing Region 5, and Dean Hubbard (Claresholm), representing Region 1. Dean’s position is subject to marketing council approval since he was nominated by the board to fill a vacant position following the Next Level Farming regional meetings in November.

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