MTGA Leadership | Minnesota Turkey Growers Association

Jake Vlaminck

President

Falhun Farms

Shane Wilhelm

Vice President

Richmond Turkey Farm

Corey Nelson

Treasurer

Life-Science Innovations

Jes Westbrock

Sunflower Farms

Nate Van Beck

Jennie-O Turkey Store

Barry Koppen

Kindstrom-Schmoll Inc.

Dr. Jill Nezworski

Blue House Veterinary LLC

Lori Roering

Jennie-O Turkey Store

Diane Wagner

Strong Animals/Ralco

RJ Orsten

Orsten Turkeys Farms

Our Purpose

MTGA advocates for the turkey industry to policy makers, keeps members up to date on industry trends, news, and advancements, and encourages development of the industry workforce. MTGA is a service organization designed to address the changing needs of turkey farmers and the industry.

Unlike the Minnesota Turkey Research and Promotion Council, you are not required to raise turkeys to become an MTGA member. Membership is open to those with a stake in the turkey industry. To join, members contribute an affordable fee annually. In return, members are eligible for news alerts, member education, workforce opportunities, and countless other benefits.

Election Regions for MTGA Board Members

Representation Regions for Board of Directors

Functions

Government Affairs

State lobbyist monitors legislature
Staff communications to federal government
Capitol reports (state/federal)
Commodity group relationships
Member assistance on government programs
Local government interaction
National Turkey Federation Leadership Conference

Public Relations

State Fair Turkey To Go
Gobbles and WingTips
Social Media
Website
Disease alerts
Press availability

Member Education

Leadership training
Best practices and advancement seminars
Regional networking events
Poultry Health Management School
MTGA Summer Summit

Workforce Development

College course offerings
Ranelius Scholarships (joint with MTRPC)
Poultry Health Management School

Governance

Leadership
Staff oversight: database management, program management, financial management, communication management
Determine other industry needs

Our Membership Program

The Minnesota Turkey Growers Association is a member-based service organization comprised of turkey farmers and industry stakeholders. Members receive the latest in industry trends, news, education, networking, and development opportunities, among other benefits. Join our organization today!

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Advertise

We communicate with our turkey farmer members through weekly e-newsletters and our monthly publication. Get in front of the decision-makers and advertise with us!

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Scholarship Opportunities

The Minnesota Turkey Growers Association’s Ranelius Scholarship Program encourages students to apply.

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Turkey To Go

MTGA has been serving the tastiest turkey at the Minnesota State Fair since 1958. Learn more about their Turkey To Go food booth and why they are a People's Choice Award winner for best fair food.

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MTGA Board of Directors

Our Purpose

Election Regions for MTGA Board Members

Functions

Our Membership Program

Advertise

Scholarship Opportunities

Turkey To Go