Gov. Rick Snyder makes appointment to the Michigan Bean Commission

Thursday, March 29, 2018

LANSING, Mich. – Gov. Rick Snyder today announced the appointment of Stephen Ewald of Unionville to the Michigan Bean Commission.

The nine-member commission oversees research and promotes the bean industry in Michigan.

“This committee promotes Michigan agriculture and I believe Stephen will bring a great perspective to the group,” Snyder said.

Ewald is a life-long farmer and owns Ewald Farms, Inc., a producer of diverse types of dry beans. The farm operates over 1,800 acres of food grade soybeans, yellow corn, blue corn, red wheat and white wheat. He will fill the newly created member-at-large position. 

Ewald will serve a three-year term expiring Dec. 31, 2020. His appointment is subject to the advice and consent of the Senate.

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