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There are more than 4,000 charities and non-profits active around Saskatchewan, and we're featuring some of the great people doing great work in this province during our new segment called "The Best of Saskatchewan." In this week's feature, we'll check in with the Field of Stars event. Gormley

There are more than 4,000 charities and non-profits active around Saskatchewan, and we're featuring some of the great people doing great work in this province during our new segment called "The Best of Saskatchewan." In this week's feature, we'll check in with the Field of Stars event. <a href="https://www.ckom.com/johngormley/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gormley</a>

Gormley - Alanna Koch - July 17th, 2023

When your family is heavily involved with agriculture and politics, you’re sure to have some involvement in either of those areas; or for our guest today, a combination of the two. Alanna Koch, board chair for the Global Institute for Food Security and leader in agriculture, joins us for today’s RealAg LIVE! RealAg LIVE! streams... Read More

When your family is heavily involved with agriculture and politics, you’re sure to have some involvement in either of those areas; or for our guest today, a combination of the two. Alanna Koch, board chair for the Global Institute for Food Security and leader in agriculture, joins us for today’s RealAg LIVE! RealAg LIVE! streams... <a href="https://www.realagriculture.com/2021/03/realag-live-with-alanna-koch-on-leading-in-agriculture/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read More</a>

RealAg LIVE! with Alanna Koch on leading in agriculture

Welcome to Cat’s Track Episode 168, with guest Alanna Koch. Subscribe to Cat's Track to make sure you never miss an interview: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFIl...​ A farmer, industry leader, long-time agriculture champion, former senior government executive and experienced corporate director, Alanna Koch is the Chair of the Board of the Global Institute for Food Security (GIFS) at the University of Saskatchewan. She is a Board member for SeedMaster Manufacturing as well as the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame and is Chair of the CN Agricultural Advisory Council. She also works with farmers and the agriculture industry through her consulting company, KoHert Agri Inc. Prior to this, she served as Deputy Minister to Premier Brad Wall and Cabinet Secretary and was the Saskatchewan Deputy Minister of Agriculture for nine years. As one of the longest serving Agriculture Deputy Ministers in Saskatchewan and Canadian history, Alanna worked closely with farmers and industry and her priority was to build and maintain public trust in agriculture by focusing on science-based decision making and communicating the benefits of modern tools and technology. Her approach of values-based leadership provided her with the opportunity to meet and mentor young leaders. Alanna has been involved in the agriculture industry, both professionally and personally, for most of her life. Before joining government, she was President of the Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance and was a Director with Agricore United (a predecessor of Viterra), and Executive Director of the Western Canadian Wheat Growers Association. She was on the board of the Saskatchewan Trade and Export Partnership (STEP), AVAC, the George Morris Centre at the University of Guelph and the Buffalo Plains School Division. The inaugural Extra Mile Award for Women in Agriculture was presented to her in 2018 for her contributions as a trailblazer and mentor. In 2015, she was recognized by the Regina YWCA with the Women of Distinction Award for excellence in Leadership and Management. In 2012, Alanna received the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal and in 2011, she was inducted into the Saskatchewan Agriculture Hall of Fame for her outstanding achievement in the sector. In 2005, her contributions to the agricultural industry and to her community were recognized when she received the Saskatchewan Centennial Medal. Alanna is a graduate of the Canadian Agriculture Lifetime Leadership program, holds a Chartered Director Designation from the Directors College and is an Honorary Life Member of the Saskatchewan Institute of Agrologists. Alanna and her husband, Gerry Hertz, farm at Edenwold, Saskatchewan. They have two grown daughters, Shayla and Keisha.

Welcome to Cat’s Track Episode 168, with guest Alanna Koch. Subscribe to Cat's Track to make sure you never miss an interview: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFIlH9mT6747I_bO-1q_irg?sub_confirmation=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFIl...</a>​ A farmer, industry leader, long-time agriculture champion, former senior government executive and experienced corporate director, Alanna Koch is the Chair of the Board of the Global Institute for Food Security (GIFS) at the University of Saskatchewan. She is a Board member for SeedMaster Manufacturing as well as the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame and is Chair of the CN Agricultural Advisory Council. She also works with farmers and the agriculture industry through her consulting company, KoHert Agri Inc. Prior to this, she served as Deputy Minister to Premier Brad Wall and Cabinet Secretary and was the Saskatchewan Deputy Minister of Agriculture for nine years. As one of the longest serving Agriculture Deputy Ministers in Saskatchewan and Canadian history, Alanna worked closely with farmers and industry and her priority was to build and maintain public trust in agriculture by focusing on science-based decision making and communicating the benefits of modern tools and technology. Her approach of values-based leadership provided her with the opportunity to meet and mentor young leaders. Alanna has been involved in the agriculture industry, both professionally and personally, for most of her life. Before joining government, she was President of the Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance and was a Director with Agricore United (a predecessor of Viterra), and Executive Director of the Western Canadian Wheat Growers Association. She was on the board of the Saskatchewan Trade and Export Partnership (STEP), AVAC, the George Morris Centre at the University of Guelph and the Buffalo Plains School Division. The inaugural Extra Mile Award for Women in Agriculture was presented to her in 2018 for her contributions as a trailblazer and mentor. In 2015, she was recognized by the Regina YWCA with the Women of Distinction Award for excellence in Leadership and Management. In 2012, Alanna received the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal and in 2011, she was inducted into the Saskatchewan Agriculture Hall of Fame for her outstanding achievement in the sector. In 2005, her contributions to the agricultural industry and to her community were recognized when she received the Saskatchewan Centennial Medal. Alanna is a graduate of the Canadian Agriculture Lifetime Leadership program, holds a Chartered Director Designation from the Directors College and is an Honorary Life Member of the Saskatchewan Institute of Agrologists. Alanna and her husband, Gerry Hertz, farm at Edenwold, Saskatchewan. They have two grown daughters, Shayla and Keisha.

Cat's Track #168​ - Alanna Koch

Saskatchewan's agriculture is growing at a significant pace regardless of the many challenges 2020 has presented. In Saskatchewan, there is a culture of overcoming economic, climate, and technological challenges by quickly adapting and looking for solutions. Saskatchewanians are quick and early adopters, embracing innovation without any resistance. Saskatchewan is an example of innovation and growth, becoming the world's largest export.  This conversation with Alanna will give you a perspective into Saskatchewan's agriculture and get you inspired by its people's resilience, including Alanna's.In this episode, you will learn:-      Alanna's career in politics and her perspective about politics, policy, and agriculture.-      How Saskatchewan's agriculture bloomed in 2020 despite challenges like the current global pandemic and adverse natural conditions.  -      The current political climate between the Canadian federal government and western agriculture.-      Why Saskatchewan is such a hot spot for innovation and change in western Canadian agriculture.-      How resilience, grind, unity, and creative solutions to problems have made Saskatchewan's agriculture the leader in innovation in Canadian western agriculture.   Connect with Alanna on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanna-koch/Interested to know what The Global Institute for Food Security "GIFS" is all about?! Here is the link: https://www.gifs.ca/ And if you want to be part of the Growing the Future community make sure to say hi on social at: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-aberhart-b36203b6/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growingthefuturepodcast/Say hi to Dan: https://www.instagram.com/aberhartdan/ Also, don't forget to share this episode with your fellow Growing the Future trailblazers and subscribe to the podcast. Become a Growing the Future Insider and be the first one to be informed about podcast releases a what's the latest in our community by going to http://growingthefuturepodcast.ca. 

Saskatchewan's agriculture is growing at a significant pace regardless of the many challenges 2020 has presented. In Saskatchewan, there is a culture of overcoming economic, climate, and technological challenges by quickly adapting and looking for solutions. Saskatchewanians are quick and early adopters, embracing innovation without any resistance. Saskatchewan is an example of innovation and growth, becoming the world's largest export.  This conversation with Alanna will give you a perspective into Saskatchewan's agriculture and get you inspired by its people's resilience, including Alanna's.In this episode, you will learn:-      Alanna's career in politics and her perspective about politics, policy, and agriculture.-      How Saskatchewan's agriculture bloomed in 2020 despite challenges like the current global pandemic and adverse natural conditions.  -      The current political climate between the Canadian federal government and western agriculture.-      Why Saskatchewan is such a hot spot for innovation and change in western Canadian agriculture.-      How resilience, grind, unity, and creative solutions to problems have made Saskatchewan's agriculture the leader in innovation in Canadian western agriculture.   Connect with Alanna on LinkedIn here: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanna-koch/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanna-koch/</a>Interested to know what The Global Institute for Food Security "GIFS" is all about?! Here is the link: <a href="https://www.gifs.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.gifs.ca/ </a>And if you want to be part of the Growing the Future community make sure to say hi on social at: LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-aberhart-b36203b6/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-aberhart-b36203b6/</a>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/growingthefuturepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/growingthefuturepodcast/</a>Say hi to Dan: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/aberhartdan/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/aberhartdan/</a> Also, don't forget to share this episode with your fellow Growing the Future trailblazers and subscribe to the podcast. Become a Growing the Future Insider and be the first one to be informed about podcast releases a what's the latest in our community by going to <a href="http://growingthefuturepodcast.ca. " rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://growingthefuturepodcast.ca. </a>