Trade is a focus of this year’s presidential campaign, but in reality, what is the role of trade for agriculture and rural communities and how can we maximize any federal decisions for our industries?
Speakers(s):
Rory McAlpine
Senior Vice President
Maple Leaf Foods
Rory McAlpine has overall responsibility for working with government and industry partners on matters of public policy, programs, regulatory affairs and trade. Prior to joining the Maple Leaf Foods, Mr. McAlpine served as deputy minister of the British Columbia Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Fisheries from 2002 to 2005. [node:read-more:link]
David Rinneard
Agriculture Business Banking
BMO Harris Bank
David Rinneard leading a team of Ag Bankers focusing on BMO Harris’s service to farmers within BMO’s footprint including Arizona, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, and Missouri. [node:read-more:link]