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Kaspick has been a dedicated board member since 2004 and served as Vice-Chair since 2021. He brings a wealth of knowledge and strong leadership to the role.

“Lindsay has been an engaged, thoughtful board member, and I look forward to him bringing that dedication and hard work to the role of Chair,” says Karen Proud, President and CEO of Fertilizer Canada. Lindsay is an excellent advocate for the fertilizer industry, and I have no doubt that he will continue to shepherd the business needs of our organization and membership during his term.”

Kaspick is the Regional Marketing Manager of Koch Fertilizer Canada and has been with the company for over 27 years. According to the media release, he brings an acute understanding of the fertilizer industry, including innovation in product development.  His experience positions him well to advocate for the industry’s key priorities.

“Canada’s fertilizer industry is an economically strategic and environmentally responsible industry that is necessary to food security,” says Kaspick. “I look forward to working with the association to advocate to all levels of government the need for smart policies that drive innovation, investment, and growth in the sector.”

Kaspick succeeds Sarah Fedorchuk, Vice President of Government and Public Affairs for the Mosaic Company in North America. Fedorchuk remains a member of Fertilizer Canada’s Board of Directors.

“Sarah has done phenomenal work as Chair, providing strategic insights and elevating the association’s advocacy approach,” says Proud. “Thank you for your leadership, and we are grateful that you will remain on the board and continue to provide your invaluable input.”

The Fertilizer Canada Media release also notes that in addition to Kaspick, Fertilizer Canada’s 2023-24 Board of Directors includes:

  • (Vice-Chair) Greg Kennette, CF Industries;
  • Dale Matchett, Richardson International;
  • James Wirth, K+S Potash Canada;
  • Luke Burton, J.R. Simplot Company;
  • Matt Conacher, Federated Co‑operatives Limited;
  • Capser Kaastra, Sollio Agriculture;
  • John Mackinnon, Cavendish Agri Services;
  • Cassandra Loomans, Sylvite Holdings Inc.;
  • Jim MacEwen, MacEwen Agri-Centre Inc.;
  • Duncan Pottinger, Nutrien;
  • Mandy Huska, Yara North America, and
  • Karen Proud, Fertilizer Canada.
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