Grain Growers of Canada has announced the election of a completely new executive to lead the national grain producer organization.
Tara Sawyer, a grain farmer from Acme, Alberta and chair of Alberta Grains, has been elected chair of GGC — the first female to hold the role.
Joining her is Scott Hepworth, a grain farmer from Assiniboia, Saskatchewan, and a director of the Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission, as first vice chair.
Sally Parsonage, a grain producer from Baldur, Manitoba, and secretary of the Manitoba Crop Alliance, is joining the executive as second vice chair.
They step into the roles previously filled by Andre Harpe, William van Tassel and Brendan Phillips.
“We are excited to work under the guidance of this new executive, whose leadership and vision will help advance the priorities of Canada’s grain farmers,” says executive director Kyle Larkin in a Dec. 10th news release, noting GGC is “well-positioned to address critical issues in 2025 and beyond, such as advocating for fair tax policies, advancing trade opportunities, and securing reliable transportation networks.”
Grain Growers serves as a national voice for grain farmers, with 13 national, provincial and regional grower groups as members.
