Members of Agricultural Leaders of Michigan (ALM), including the Michigan Agri-Business Association, GreenStone Farm Credit Services, Michigan Pork Producers and the Michigan Milk Producers, met Monday with state lawmakers and members of the executive office who work closely on ag policy and investments in agricultural programs and services.
Each organization presented information about the background and mission of their group, priorities for the coming months and insightful updates about their sectors to those who attended the Lunch & Learn at Senate Binsfield Office Building in Lansing. Those who participated in the event on Monday, included:
· Becky Taylor, vice president of Loan Administration and Legislative Affairs of GreenStone Farm Credit Services
· Chuck Lippstreu, President of Michigan Agri-Business Association
· Sheila Burkhardt, chief corporate affairs officer for Michigan Milk Producers Association
· Mary Kelpinski, CEO of Michigan Pork Producers Association
· Dianne Byrum, Agricultural Leaders of Michigan
Mary Kelpinski, CEO of Michigan Pork Producers Association, presents information about her organization and membership.
Sheila Burkhardt, chief corporate affairs officer for Michigan Milk Producers Association, talks about MMPA.
Chuck Lippstreu, President of Michigan Agri-Business Association, talks about MABA.
Becky Taylor, vice president of Loan Administration and Legislative Affairs of GreenStone Farm Credit Services, addresses the group.