PURE MICHIGAN AG TOUR | AUGUST 5-9, 2024

Aug. 9, 2024 ~ Michigan Farm Bureau President Carl Bednarski joins his new COO, Michelle Reynaert, to talk about the goals behind her appointment to the position. Reynaert, who boasts a background in healthcare operational leadership, talks on her plans to focus on advocating for the health and wellbeing of those who are the backbone of Michigan’s farming community.

Aug. 8, 2024 ~ ITC Michigan Senior Area Manager of Local, Government, and Community Affairs Nora Balgoyen talks on the Pure Michigan AG Tour about the integral role of electricity in modern farming. Learn how ITC powers critical farming operations such as irrigation, climate control, and harvesting machinery. Also learn how ITC is working to address the evolving needs of agriculture in Michigan, with a look at some key upcoming infrastructure initiatives.

Aug. 7, 2024 ~ Kayla Pionk, director of PR and leisure tourism for Go Great Lakes Bay, and Annie Rummel, CEO of Go Great Lakes Bay, talk with Kevin and Tom on day two of the Pure Michigan AG Tour about Michigan’s rich agricultural diversity and how it ranks second only to California in crop variety. The duo also talks about agritourism, spotlighting regional experiences like wineries, breweries, and self-pick farms.

Aug. 6, 2024 ~ David Klingenberger, chief fermentation officer of The Brinery, joins Kevin and Tom on the Pure Michigan AG Tour to share the story of his thriving sauerkraut business. Learn the history and health benefits behind the practice of fermentation, and preview his unique recipes that today are supplied to around 700 stores and restaurants across the Midwest.