Sarnia

New GFO Chair

Grain Farmers of Ontario has a new chair.

Director for District 14, Markus Haerle will take on the role. He says it is vital to continue to showcase the important work done by grain farmers and create strong ambassadors.

A new executive committee was also named. The Vice Chairs are Brendan Byrne, Director for District 1, and Mark Huston, Director for District 2. Scott Persall, Director for District 5, will hold the position of Executive Member.

Former chair Mark Brock will stay as a director for District 9 for the GFO.

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