MGGA elects officers and sets policy

Press release

GREAT FALLS — At its annual convention in Great Falls, the Montana Grain Growers Association elected officers and set the organization’s policy for the coming year.

These actions put the finishing touches on a successful event attended by more than 800 farmers, agribusiness representatives and guests.

Tom Butcher, a grain producer from Lewistown, was installed as MGGA president for 2017. Elected vice-president was Michelle Erickson-Jones of Broadview; treasurer, Lyle Benjamin of Sunburst; and secretary, Vince Mattson, Chester. Rob Davis, Larslan, will serve as past pr...