Our Staff

Email: manager@gatewayresearch.org
Cell: (780) 206-5357
Office: (780) 349-4546

I was raised on a mixed beef farm north of Westlock, with two sisters, Jessica and Briana, by our parents, Rod and Janet. There was hard work and fun times on the farm, and it grew my passion and love for the ag industry. I completed a degree in Animal Science from the UofA and went on to build a career with Corteva Agriscience, managing canola and corn research plots. I purchased a farm in Athabasca County, with my husband, and we’ve expanded the family’s cow-calf operation, as well as the butchering side of the farm-direct meat sales.

The opportunity to join GRO’s staff was a great fit being closer to home, family, and my farm. Since starting in November, I’ve enjoyed learning about GRO’s operations, research and demos, helping producers, and planning and hosting events. I’m excited to keep learning and strengthening GRO to ensure its continued support of local producers.

Email: research@gatewayresearch.org
Cell: (780) 350-8200
Office: (780) 349-4546

I have a deep passion for agriculture, rooted in my upbringing on a mixed crop and dairy farm in Punjab, India. Growing up in this environment sparked my interest in farming, prompting me to pursue a BSc in Agriculture. My thirst for knowledge then led me to Canada, where I earned an Agribusiness Diploma from Lakeland College.

I became part of GRO in 2019, as a Summer Research Technician, and have become a key member of the team.

I am excited about supporting the growth and sustainability of agricultural communities. There is so much potential to improve practices and help farmers overcome challenges. I look forward to contributing to the success of the local area. It is a journey I am eager to be part of.

Email: forage@gatewayresearch.org
Cell: (780) 618-7941
Office:(780) 349-4546

I grew up in Peace River and graduated from the U of A with a degree in wildlife and range management. While studying I discovered my love for plants, particularly forage species. I developed a strong appreciation for the important role plants play in our environment, especially as a source of food for both human and wildlife consumption.

I first joined GRO as a Seasonal Technician in May of 2025, before joining the team full time in Jan 2026. I look forward to setting up trials and collaborating with producers to deliver practical, meaningful results.

Outside of work, I enjoy gardening, golfing and photography, as well as spending time with my horse, Frosty, and my dog, Luna!

Email: extension@gatewayresearch.org
Cell: (780) 305-8155
Office: (780) 349-4546

I was raised on a mixed farm near Vermilion, with my grandparents, parents, and brother. We harvested grass with purebred Horned Hereford, Limo, and Speckle Park cattle, while also growing silage, hay, feed grain and seed oats. I was heavily involved in 4-H, and between that and watching my parents’ involvement in various industry and community organizations, I was inspired to complete a B.Sc. Agriculture at the U of A, before going to work for AB Agriculture with both the 4-H and Green Certificate programs.

Joining GRO in the spring of 2023 was an exciting opportunity to work in a different aspect of the industry and to learn from and share knowledge with local producers. I look forward to continuing to support GRO’s efforts to reach more producers with information to help them make sound decisions for their own operations.

Email: livestock@gatewayresearch.org
Cell: (780) 284-4666
Office:(780) 349-4546

I was born and raised on a mixed farm (primarily cow calf) in Barrhead, Alberta, where my passion for agriculture first took root. My passion for agriculture continued to grow during my adolescent years by showing purebred Simmental cattle and being actively involved in 4-H. I earned my diploma in Agricultural Management from Olds College, with a focus on production, which helped deepen my knowledge of livestock and equipment operations.

After serving on the Board of Directors for GRO, I’m proud to now be part of the team. I enjoy working directly with producers and contributing to hands-on research that makes a difference in the field. I’m especially passionate about practical solutions that improve productivity while supporting long-term sustainability. I look forward to meeting more of our local producers and am always happy to talk about cattle, crops, or anything agriculture-related.

Email: seasonal@gatewayresearch.org
Office:(780) 349-4546

I’m excited for my third year as part of the GRO team! I grew up in the Barrhead area and, while I was involved in 4-H, I didn’t have direct involvement in agriculture. However, my family and friends surrounded me with it.

Studying statistics at the U of C, my passion for research led me to GRO. I’m excited to continue to work in research with an ag context. My experiences with GRO have provided insight on data collection and the importance of good data to meaningful statistics. I look forward to being part of the team maintaining GRO’s excellent reputation for producing good data.

Email: seasonal@gatewayresearch.org
Office:(780) 349-4546

One thing working at GRO has taught me is that there is always something new to learn. I’m excited to be back for my fourth summer at GRO and to continue to learn! My roots in agriculture go back to my family’s grain farm in the Tiger Lily/Camp Creek area. I was a member of the T&M Multi 4-H Club for nine years before taking the Green Certificate program for crop production in high school. I’m looking forward to attending Olds College this fall for the Agricultural Management program, and I hope to one day get my B.Sc. in Agriculture.