I am currently studying the effect that ethanol by-products such as Dried Distillers Grains can have on feed costs for swine producers

I was born and raised in Listowel, ON. I grew up on my family's farm where we raise pigs along with grains and oilseeds. I have remained active on the farm since coming to Guelph and plan to return home to work in the business following graduation. I enjoy being involved with producer groups such as Ontario Pork and have an active interest in politics. Currently I am the Chairperson for the Student Federation of the OAC and am a councilor on the Perth County Pork Producers Association. I have always been a vocal supporter of local agriculture and I have a great deal of passion for our industry here in Ontario

Swine Production Economics Environmental Effects of Livestock Production Farm Level Impacts of Agricultural Policy

I am currently a TA for AGR 1250, this is my second year in this position and I love getting a chance to interact with first year students in the various OAC disciplines

B. COMM in Agriculture Business from University of Guelph

I do not have any academic publications but have appeared in the news over the past couple of years for various items. Below are some links to my commentaries and news articles http://www.simcoereformer.ca/ArticleDisplay.aspx?archive=true&e=1690122 http://www.farms.com/FarmsPages/ExpertsBio/tabid/293/Default.aspx?NewsID=23547&authorid=145 http://www.farms.com/FarmsPages/ExpertsBio/tabid/293/Default.aspx?NewsID=23229&authorid=145