We’re thrilled to announce the first winners for our Young Farmer Mentorship Program in partnership with Canadian Pacific Kansas City Rail (CPKC). These talented individuals have been selected to embark on a transformative journey that includes mentorship, learning, and exclusive opportunities to shape the future of grain farming.
This mentorship program is not just about learning; it’s about creating a community that fosters growth, innovation, and sustainable practices in agriculture. We congratulate our winners and look forward to witnessing the incredible impact they will have on the future of grain farming.
Meet the Winners
Carlie Bowditch
Carlie has had a passion for agriculture from a young age. Her passion started in the buddy seat of the combine with her dad and by her mom hauling her to 4H! After ten years in 4H, Carlie moved to North Dakota on a rodeo scholarship to attend university. She got involved in the Intercollegiate Farm Bureau and continued to develop skills for advocacy. Now, Carlie lives near her family farm, Bowditch Farms Ltd., with her fiance. She works as a Relationship Manager for FCC, raises and trains rodeo horses, is actively involved on the farm and makes sure to find time to be involved in agriculture groups such as Agriculture Producers Association of Saskatchewan, Ag in the Classroom, 4H and sits on the board for Sask Young Ag and the Canadian Cowboys Association.
Barrt Maayen
Born and raised in southern Alberta, Barrt’s passion for farming has been evident throughout his life. Having spent eight years as a member of the Lethbridge Coaldale 4H beef club, Barrt developed valuable skills and a profound understanding of the industry. In the spring of 2023, he graduated from the Lethbridge College agriculture-business program, equipped with knowledge to contribute to the sector’s growth. Currently employed by a cattle and irrigated crop operation spanning Coaldale and Lethbridge, Barrt recognizes the importance of connecting the agricultural community with various levels of government. His aspiration to be actively involved in bridging this gap led him to our mentorship program, viewing it as the perfect opportunity to initiate meaningful connections and contribute to the advancement of the agriculture industry.