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ELIZABETH BURNS-THOMPSON JOINS MODERN AG ALLIANCE AS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Jan. 13, 2025
Source: Modern Ag Alliance news release
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Elizabeth Burns-Thompson | Elizabeth Burns-Thompson serves as the Executive Director of the Modern Ag Alliance, where she leads the Alliance's efforts to advocate for U.S. farmers' continued access to essential crop protection tools.
Elizabeth has a multi-faceted skillset and extensive agriculture policy and political experience across the Midwest. Throughout her professional career, she has specialized in helping farmers and rural agricultural businesses sustain their voice in the political process. Her roots run deep in agriculture, having grown up on a family farm in eastern Iowa; she's held roles with the Iowa Farm Bureau and Corn Growers, as well as industry-leading biofuel manufacturers, farm cooperatives, and supporting innovative carbon management technologies.
Elizabeth holds a Juris Doctorate from Drake Law School with a specialization in agricultural law and policy, and a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Business and International Agriculture from Iowa State University. She now lives in eastern Nebraska, focusing on farm and rural policy on behalf of farmers across the United States. Outside of her professional and community commitments, Elizabeth enjoys traveling, gardening, and home-improvement projects.
As Executive Director, Elizabeth brings an unwavering commitment to ensuring U.S. agriculture remains a vital pillar of the nation's economy, innovations, and rural communities for generations to come.
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