Grain Farmers of Ontario Announces 2026 Executive Committee

GUELPH, ONTARIO — Grain Farmers of Ontario has announced the results of its Board of Directors Executive Committee elections, with members re-electing experienced leadership to guide the organization through the coming year. 

Jeff Harrison was re-elected as Chair of Grain Farmers of Ontario. Harrison farms in the Quinte region and represents District 12 (Durham, Northumberland, Kawartha, Peterborough, and Hastings). 

Josh Boersen was re-elected as Vice Chair. Boersen farms in Perth County and represents District 9 (Perth). 

Julie Maw was also re-elected as Vice Chair. Maw farms in Lambton County and represents District 3 (Lambton). 

Gus Ternoey was elected as an Executive Committee member. Ternoey farms in Kent County and represents District 2 (Kent). 

The Executive Committee provides leadership and oversight on behalf of Grain Farmers of Ontario’s Board of Directors, supporting advocacy, policy development, and strategic priorities that advance the interests of Ontario’s grain farmer-members. 

Grain Farmers of Ontario represents more than 28,000 farmer-members who grow barley, corn, oats, soybeans, and wheat across the province. 

Contact:

Susan Blundell, Director, Communications – 226-820-6641; sblundell@gfo.ca