Board Elections

Dan Flynn | Lucky Lake, SK 
(306) 859 7885   djfholdings@gmail.com 

My name is Dan Flynn. I farm in the Lucky Lake area. I currently farm 18,000 acres of which 25-45% can be in pulse production. Our primary pulse crop is Red Lentils. I have been a member of SPG in the past, serving on the Finance Committee and as Vice Chair. I believe in the funding of the pulse breeding program SPG has taken on and that public/private partnerships are vital for the Saskatchewan/Canadian pulse industry to continue to grow. I believe we need to continue to promote the Canadian pulse industry internationally and to continue to grow our market share. Partnership with Pulse Canada is critical to achieving this goal. Communicating Saskatchewan Pulse Grower needs in Ottawa is also vital as trade policies can have unintended consequences for the Saskatchewan pulse grower. 

Robyn Henry | Hodgeville, SK 
(306) 774 3654   robyn@birdseyeag.ca  

Robyn (Waldenberger) Henry farms near Hodgeville with her husband, Scott, and their two boys, Owen and Graham. Together, they grow lentils, chickpeas, durum, and canola. Robyn has been an agrologist for the past 15 years in southwest Saskatchewan, where she owns and operates Bird’s Eye Agronomic Consulting. 

During her first term on the SPG Board of Directors, Robyn developed a deep appreciation for the work already underway on key pulse grower priorities—Aphanomyces and root rot, kochia & crop production issues, and maintaining market access. She remained focused on building momentum and advancing SPG initiatives by ensuring levy dollars were invested where they have the greatest impact. 

Robyn contributed to several internal committees, including Research & Development,Market Development & Communications, and Governance. She also represented SPG on external boards: Pulse Canada and Agriculture in the Classroom. 

Her agronomic expertise helped direct research funding toward practical solutions for Saskatchewan pulse growers—supporting projects that address crop production challenges and breeding programs to accelerate the release of high-yielding varieties with improved Aphanomyces and disease tolerance. 

As a Director with Pulse Canada, Robyn supported efforts to maintain and grow market access in an unpredictable global trade environment, and she advocated for initiatives like Keep it Clean! to protect Canada’s reputation in export markets and at home. 

Robyn is seeking re-election to continue driving progress in the pulse industry. She remains passionate about engaging with growers—sharing SPG’s efforts and successes, listening to their concerns, and bringing those insights back to the boardroom. As a farmer, agronomist, and mother, Robyn is committed to ensuring pulses remain a profitable and sustainable crop for future generations. 

Stuart Lawrence | Rosetown, SK 
(306) 831 7843   s.lawrence@sasktel.net 

I farm south of Rosetown, producing lentils, chickpeas, barley, canary seed, durum and canola. I am running for re-election to SPG’s board to provide continued leadership and experience on the issues affecting pulse producers in Saskatchewan.  

Since being elected to SPG in 2023, I have focused on root rot and weed resistance within the R&D committee, provided oversight on extension of information on the Communications committee , and have served as Vice Chair of SPG for two years.  

I am dedicated to the new breeding model that involves multiple plant breeders working to solve root rot in pea and lentil.  I participated in a trade mission to France in 2024 to meet with Limagrain and Agri Obtentions to establish relationships with pulse breeders. I have collaborated with the board towards a new agreement with the Crop Development Centre to maintain the relationship that provides pulse genetics to Saskatchewan farmers. As a member of the R&D committee, I have overseen a $5 million research program focused on herbicide resistance and a $10 million initiative addressing root rot in pulses. While there has been progress in both areas, further efforts are necessary and I intend to apply my expertise and skills to thoroughly evaluate research proposals that potentially provide solutions to root rot and herbicide resistance.  

In my time with SPG I’ve held two external appointments. I have represented SPG as President of Farm and Food Care Saskatchewan. Public trust in agriculture is important to allow farmers to manage their farms as they know best, and this organization counters misinformation with facts about modern agriculture and positively shifts the mindset of consumers about food and farming. I have represented SPG on the Pulse Canada board which plays a crucial role in maintaining relationships with importers and end users of Canadian pulses, especially during periods of government interference in trade.  

I have lobbied with Grain Growers of Canada in Ottawa and frequently meet with provincial and federal politicians to represent SPG’s interests. I have been nominated to represent SPG on the Western Standards Committee for the Canadian Grain Commission, aiming to ensure standards reflect the quality and marketability of Saskatchewan pulse products.  

Fiscal responsibility has been a key focus for me, resulting in a levy reduction while still supporting meaningful research and market development initiatives.  

There’s more work to be done on behalf of pulse producers in Saskatchewan. Genetics with better resistance to root rots are on the horizon but need to be commercialized. Agronomy research into providing tools to combat herbicide resistance must be funded. Market access needs to be restored in some places and expanded into others.  I have focused on tackling critical challenges like root rot and herbicide resistance through strategic research and collaborations. Standing up for farmers is the foundation of my work, with numerous lobbying initiatives to align policies with farmers’ needs. These actions reflect my commitment to innovation, fiscal accountability, and fostering partnerships to ensure a sustainable future for Saskatchewan’s pulse sector.  

Brennen Luck | Tisdale, SK 
(306) 873 1998   brennen.luck@gmail.com 

My name is Brennen Luck and I am a 4th generation farmer living with my wife and two kids near Tisdale Saskatchewan. With my father, uncle and cousin we’ve been growing seed for 2 generations and have been growing peas since the 80’s. Dad always says peas got us through those years. We had to take a break from growing peas for a few years due to disease pressure but since I have been back on the farm we have been re-incorporating them back into the rotation. I really enjoy growing pulse crops on our farm because of the benefit they give to our land, diversifying our rotation and an earlier crop to seed and harvest.   

Pulse products are generally higher protein, gluten free and higher fibre than grain products which is an opportunity to capitalize on the trend for healthier grain alternatives. Additionally, there is opportunity to grow our market share in Europe with the increase in demand for grain and meat alternatives.  

Australia’s increase in pulse acres, production and improving relationship with China is negatively impacting Canadian pulse exports. Geopolitical issues have impacted Canada’s ability to access markets in China, US and India, amongst others. Disease pressure extending rotations makes growing pulses more challenging. 

I’m on the daycare board where our children attend and also serve on the minor hockey board in Tisdale. I want to become a director to help shape and grow the pulse industry for all farmers of the province. I think more farms could benefit from adding pulses to their rotation.