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By Alice McFarlane

Grain Growers of Canada

Grain Growers of Canada Announces New Executive

Aug 19, 2025 | 3:37 PM

A grain farmer from Assiniboia, Sask. has been elected the new chair of the Grain Growers of Canada (GGC).

Scott Hepworth, who is also a director with the Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission, steps into the new role. With deep roots in prairie agriculture and a strong background in policy advocacy, Hepworth brings leadership to the role during a critical time for the sector.

Joining him on the executive is Sally Parsonage, a grain farmer from Baldur, Man. and Secretary of Manitoba Crop Alliance, as 1st Vice Chair. Daryl Fransoo, a grain farmer from Glaslyn, Sask. and the Chair of the Wheat Growers Association, is the 2nd Vice Chair.

GGC Executive Director Kyle Larkin said the trio bring strong governance experience and a clear understanding of the policy environment shaping Canadian grain production.

“We are proud to welcome our new executive, whose leadership brings valuable experience and a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing grain farmers,” Larkin said. “With Scott, Sally, and Daryl’s leadership in these roles, GGC is well positioned to advance short-term and long-term policy solutions that strengthen the profitability, resiliency, and viability of family-run grain farms across Canada.”

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The new executive begins its term effective immediately.

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alice.mcfarlane@pattisonmedia.com