Meet the Member

“The power of an idea, the ability to inspire others to work hard, and the creative use of resources are hallmarks of my leadership style.” Highlights include co-chairing the Energy, Agriculture and Environment plank of the 2012 National Republican Platform, steering committee membership for the No on GMO Labeling Initiative, and competitive cover cropping technologies grant recipient (2012-2014). Key spokesperson for “Save our Dams” campaign (1998-2000). Co-owns third-generation farm in Garfield County, Washington; owns and manages family forest in Cowlitz County.