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Bonnie Johnson
August 01, 2025
Media ArticleGrain Growers of Canada (GGC) is excited to announce the election of its new executive team, representing a unified and strong voice for grain farmers across Canada.
Scott Hepworth, a grain farmer from Assiniboia, Saskatchewan, and Director with the Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission, has been elected Chair of GGC. With a deep understanding of prairie agriculture and a strong policy advocacy background, Hepworth brings steady leadership and a clear vision during a critical time for the sector.
Joining him on the executive team are Sally Parsonage, a grain farmer from Baldur, Manitoba and Secretary of the Manitoba Crop Alliance, who has been elected 1st Vice Chair. Daryl Fransoo, a grain farmer from Glaslyn, Saskatchewan and Chair of the Wheat Growers Association, has been elected as 2nd Vice Chair. Together, they bring strong governance experience and a clear understanding of the policies shaping Canadian grain production.
“We are proud to welcome our new executive, whose leadership brings valuable experience and a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing grain farmers,” said Kyle Larkin, Executive Director of GGC. “With Scott, Sally, and Daryl’s leadership in these roles, GGC is well positioned to advance short-term and long-term policy solutions that strengthen the profitability, resiliency, and viability of family-run grain farms across Canada.”
The new executive begins its term immediately, and GGC is confident that their leadership will help drive positive change for Canadian grain farmers.
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