Sask. agriculture advocate appointed to senate

Farmer and Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan President Todd Lewis inspects canola at his farm near Gray, Sask., on Thursday, July 29, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Kayle Neis

The Canadian Federation of Agriculture says it’s thrilled for its vice president, who has been appointed to the senate.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the appointment of three new independent senators last week, and among them is Todd Lewis for Saskatchewan.

Lewis is a fourth-generation farmer, and is also the former president of the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan.

The Canadian Federation of Agriculture says in a social media post that Lewis is “a true example of an incredible leader” and an advocate for Canadian agriculture.

(The Canadian Press)