Meet The Team
Kara Annand, B.S.A., PAg.
kara@aggrowconsulting.comKara grew up on a family farm near Moose Jaw, SK and moved to the Nipawin area in 2002. She graduated from the University of Saskatchewan with a major in Crop Science and a minor in Agri-business. As a Professional Agrologist, Kara has assisted farmers in cropping decisions in Saskatchewan for over a decade. Kara strives to make sure that her customers are informed on current field conditions by staying in constant contact. Using both her extensive network of industry contacts and her experience with growers, Kara is equipped to provide advice on a broad range of agronomic topics.
Wade Annand, B.S.A., PAg.
wade@aggrowconsulting.comWade graduated from the College of Agriculture at the University of Saskatchewan in 2002. After working in retail, custom spraying, farming, and for Dupont as a territory manager, he focused on starting Ag Grow Consulting in 2008. Wade brings a precise and no-nonsense management style to both the business and his customers. Because agriculture is always changing and moving forward, Wade enjoys learning and helping his employees and growers to learn with him.
Lacey Annand, B.S.A., PAg.
lacey@aggrowconsulting.comLacey has worked with Ag Grow Consulting for over a decade. The business of agronomy is constantly bringing new challenges. She enjoys working closely with her customers to get through these challenges, from weather problems in the summer or a variety choice in the winter. We carefully plan together, striving to make the most profit possible. When consulting with her farm clients, she relies heavily on the contacts made while graduating with distinction from the College of Agriculture at the University of Saskatchewan. Local education, a solid network of contacts and a strong passion for agronomy is what makes Lacey a great part of the team at Ag Grow Consulting and the farm clients she works with.
Amber Boxall, B.S.A., PAg.
amber@aggrowconsulting.comAmber grew up on a grain farm near Nipawin, SK. Involvement with the family farm led to the interest of pursuing a career in agriculture and working out of Nipawin allows her to still be involved in the family farm. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Agriculture from the University of Saskatchewan with a major in Agronomy. Throughout university she gained experience in sales and retail which helped her with product recommendations, weed identification, and pest control. Amber started with Ag Grow in May 2018 and has grown her knowledge in speciality crops, and she enjoys working with growers that like to push the envelope which welcomes new challenges on a daily basis. Amber enjoys spending time with her friends and family, whether that is spending the day on the lake fishing or being able to share her love of cooking and experimenting with new recipes.
Christiane Catellier, M.Sc., PAg.
christiane@aggrowconsulting.comChristiane grew up on a grain farm in the Red River Valley of Manitoba. She pursued an interest in the natural sciences by obtaining a B.Sc. in Ecology from the University of Manitoba, and later a M.Sc. in Plant Sciences from the University of Saskatchewan. For the past decade she enjoyed working in agronomy research with the Indian Head Agricultural Research Foundation (IHARF). Christiane came to Ag Grow when she decided she would enjoy working more closely with "real" farms and directly with growers. Outside of work, Christiane is a busy mom who is involved in several community organizations in Indian Head where she lives with her husband, two kiddos, and their good boy Rusty the cockapoo.
Brooke Dudley, B.S.A., PAg.
brooke@aggrowconsulting.comBrooke grew up on the family farm near Lockwood, SK. Being part of the farm from a young age, Brooke grew her interest in Agriculture and working with farmers. In the spring of 2020, Brooke graduated from University of Saskatchewan with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Degree, majoring in Agronomy with a minor in Agribusiness. Brooke began her career with Ag Grow Consulting in April 2020 and looks forward to more years ahead.
Sera Farr, B.S.A, AAg
sera@aggrowconsulting.comSera grew up south of Radville, SK on a mixed cattle and grain farm. Sera currently lives and works out of Yellow Grass, SK. She graduated from the University of Saskatchewan in the spring of 2021 with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, majoring in Agronomy. She worked two summers with Bayer CropScience before joining Ag Grow for a summer position. After graduation she joined the Ag Grow team as a full-time employee. Sera is looking forward to building relationships with customers and providing them with agronomic advice.
Kenzie Fleck, B.S.A., AAg.
kenzie@aggrowconsulting.comKenzie grew up in Lampman, SK, she now lives and works out of Ceylon, SK. Involvement in her family cattle and grain operation sparked her love for all things agriculture. Kenzie recently completed her Bachelor of Science in Agriculture from the University of Saskatchewan with a major in Agronomy. Throughout university summers, she gained experience working in retail and sales. Kenzie is looking forward to being in the field expanding her knowledge and building relationships with customers. In her free time she enjoys playing softball, working with her horses, and spending time with family and friends.
Evan Fyfe, AtechAg
evan@aggrowconsulting.comEvan resides just outside of White Fox, SK and he just completed his Crop Technology Diploma. Evan is excited to continue expanding his knowledge while working with the Ag Grow team. Being a part of his family farm influenced him to have a large interest in agriculture. Some of Evan’s hobbies include camping, fishing, and snowmobiling.
Lyndsay Gadd, B.S.A., PAg.
lyndsay@aggrowconsulting.comLyndsay primarily works in the Moose Jaw/Pense area. Near by the farm she grew up on SE of Moose Jaw, SK. Running equipment in the spring and fall planted a deep passion leading to applying for the Crop Science program in Saskatoon. After attending the University of Saskatchewan, she worked briefly in retail where she gained her bearings in basic agronomy and input products. Shortly after graduating while others were locking down full-time jobs, she headed to Australia for 10 months where she gained international experience in agriculture. For over 5 years Lyndsay has gained experience managing over 25 000 scouting acres weekly. In addition to weekly scouting, she has developed a sharp eye for fertility. More specifically with variable rate. She has loads of hands-on experience developing solution-based fertility plans that meet farm needs. Plus, brings an edge to her progressive growers by participating in small plot research testing out ideas that push past farm limits.
Kennedy Gorse, ATechAg
kennedy@aggrowconsulting.comKennedy grew up on a grain farm Northeast of Carrot River, SK. Her involvement on their family farm led her to pursue a career in Agriculture. She attended the University of Saskatchewan where she received her Diploma in Agronomy in 2021. Kennedy is currently working towards becoming a Technical Agrologist through the Saskatchewan Institute of Agrologists. On her time off you will find her baking something in the kitchen, or spending time with friends and family. Kennedy is looking forward to expanding her knowledge out in the field and building relationships with customers.
Julie McGill, B.S.A, CCA, PAg.
julie@aggrowconsulting.comJulie grew up on her family’s mixed farm north of Bethune, SK where she recently moved back to with her family so she can continue to be involved. Growing up on the farm made her want to pursue a career in agriculture at the University of Saskatchewan where she graduated in 2015 with a Major in Agronomy. During the summer throughout university, she gained experience working in retail and crop scouting. After graduation Julie worked as an agronomist for Blairs Family of Companies gaining experience in retail knowledge, crop scouting, pest identification, product recommendation and soil fertility. Julie stared with Ag Grow in the summer of 2020 and is looking forward to continuing to work with her customers providing them with agronomic advice.
Mattea Ratcliffe, B.S.A., AAg.
mattea@aggrowconsulting.comMattea grew up in Tisdale, SK. Involvement in her grandparents grain and cattle operation sparked her passion for all things agriculture. Mattea recently completed her Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness from the University of Saskatchewan with a minor in Field Crop Production. Throughout university summers, she gained experience working in retail, crop scouting, and sales. Mattea looks forward to being in the field and creating long-lasting relationships with customers. During her time off she enjoys spending time outdoors snowmobiling, hunting, and camping.
Maren Wagner, B.S.A., PAg.
maren@aggrowconsulting.comMaren grew up on her mixed family farm North of Weyburn, SK and currently resides on a mixed farm outside Midale. She has always been an active member of the farm from a young age and it spiked her interest in pursuing a career in agriculture. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Agriculture from the University of Saskatchewan with Distinction the spring of 2017, majoring in Agronomy and minoring in Soil Science. She spent some summers at Richardson gaining experience on the retail side before starting with Ag Grow Consulting in 2015 as a summer student. After graduating she jumped right in as a full-time employee. She enjoys working hand and hand with her growers all season, developing relationships, and earning their trust.
Mackenzie Wilson-Anderson, B.S.A., PAg.
mackenzie@aggrowconsulting.comMackenzie grew up on the family grain farm in Naicam, SK. Working on the family farm helped grow her love for agriculture and set her path for her career as an agronomist. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Agriculture from the University of Saskatchewan with a major in Agronomy. Throughout university she spent her 2014-2016 summers as a student agronomist here at Ag Grow Consulting. She obtained her Professional Agrologist designation with the Saskatchewan Institute of Agrologists in the spring of 2024. Mackenzie returned to work with Ag Grow in September 2020 and has since moved up to Nipawn!
Beth Zelensky, B.S.A., PAg.
beth@aggrowconsulting.comBeth grew up on a farm NE of Prince Albert, SK. Her passion for agriculture came from working many summers on her family farm. In 2018, she graduated from the University of Saskatchewan with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture and a major in Agronomy. Working throughout University she gained knowledge in retail, crop scouting, farming operations and canola breeding. Beth started with Ag Grow Consulting in April of 2019 and has recently obtained her Professional Agrologist designation with the Saskatchewan Institute of Agrologists.
Erik Barsness, B.S.A.
erik@aggrowconsulting.comErik grew up on his family farm southwest of Weyburn, SK, where his passion for agriculture first took root. This is his first summer with Ag Grow Consulting as a contract Agronomist. He recently graduated from the University of Saskatchewan with a Bachelor's Degree in Agribusiness and a Certificate in Precision Agriculture, all while playing football for the Saskatoon Hilltops over the past five years. Erik was eager to pursue a career in agriculture and is now excited to continue learning, meeting new people, and building lasting memories in the field. In his free time, Erik enjoys outdoor activities, staying active, and helping out on the family farm.
Mariah Maurer
mariah@aggrowconsulting.comMariah grew up on her family farm north of Grenfell, SK. This is her first summer working as a summer student with Ag Grow Consulting and she is very excited! She is going into her fourth year at the University of Saskatchewan; pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Agronomy with a minor in Soil Science. Mariah obtained her passion for agrriculture from a young age; she rode in the semi with her mom hauling grain, was taught how to drive a tractor by her sisters, and always received helpful tips from her dad and brother. Agriculture was the clear choice for Mariah's career. As a student, she is eager to learn about maintaining efficiency and creating sustainability for agriculture. In her spare time, Mariah enjoys fishing, gardening, and helping on the family farm.
Emily Sebastian
emily@aggrowconsulting.comEmily grew up on her family's mixed farming operation outside of Montmartre, SK. She has just completed her third year of her Bachelor of Schience in Agriculture degree, where she is majoring in Crop Science, minoring in Agribusiness and is also enrolled in the Precision Agriculture Certificate. Emily is excited to be back in the northeast for her second summer with Ag Agrow Consulting, and is looking forward to reconnecting with the Ag Grow team and growers.
Grace Waldenberger
grace@aggrowconsulting.comGrace is from a family farm northwest of Moose Jaw near Marquis, SK. She is returning for her third summer with Ag Grow Consulting. In the fall, she will be entering her fourth year at the University of Saskatchewan, pursuing a degree in Agribusiness with a minor in Field Crop Protection. Growing up on the farm, Grace has always been passionate about agriculture, she is looking forward to spending another summer in the field working with growers and learning more from the Ag Grow Team!
Stephanie Williams
stephanie@aggrowconsulting.comStephanie is from Tisdale, SK and has been involved with agriculture her entire life. This is her first summer working with Ag Grow Consulting; she is excited for the opportunity to learn from some of the best in the business, and be part of such a supportive & knowledgable team. Stephanie is currently in her fourth year at the University of Saskatchewan, working towards a Bachelor or Science in Agriculture with a minor in Agronomy. She is set to graduate in December 2025. Her lifelong connection to farming has fueled her passion for the industry, she looks forward to expanding her skills and gaining hands-on experience this summer.
Bridgette Vedress
bridgette@aggrowconsulting.comBridgette grew up on an acreage just outside of St. Brieux, SK. This is her second summer with Ag Grow Consulting as a summer student. She is wrapping up her Bachelors of Science in Crop Science and Precision Agriculture Certificate. Her interest in agriculture came from growing up in a farming community and working at the local research farm. She is looking forward to learning even more this summer and making new connections. She enjoys golfing, spending time at the lake, and riding her horses in her spare time!
Jill Sharko
jill@aggrowconsulting.comJill has worked as an administrator in the ag industry for the past decade. Her introduction to this line of work was when she moved back to her hometown Mervin, SK after marrying Travis in 2011. While there, she worked as an administrator for Cavalier Agrow in Meota and received her bookkeeping certificate through an online SIAST program. In 2014, they relocated back to Travis’ mixed family farm in Carrot River where they live with their two children - Oliver and Eberlee. Jill is dedicated to providing quality admin and technical support for our crop scouts so that they can spend their time and focus where it needs to be - in our farmer’s fields!
Melony Froese
melony@aggrowconsulting.comMelony grew up on an acreage just outside of White Fox, SK and now lives in Nipawin. She spends most of her spare time with her friends and family or in the summer, on the golf course. She finished her Office Education course from SIAST in 2013 and has spent over 10 years in the service industry before coming to work at Ag Grow in November 2020. She is eager to learn more about the agricultural industry in order to be the best asset for both the staff and the customers at Ag Grow. She is in our north office full time Monday to Friday, so next time you pop in she will be the one to greet you at the door.
Courtney Vallier
courtney@aggrowconsulting.comCourtney is one of our Administrative Assistants in Ag Grow's North location, while also providing support to our South team. She thrives on keeping things organized, and ensuring events run smoothly. With a knack for planning and attention to detail, she helps keep the whole team on track. Courtney grew up in Nipawin, SK. She enjoys spending time with her husband and dogs, being outdoors is her weekend ritual- you will find her either at the lake or on the lake! Stop by the office to say "Hi" and get to know Courtney better!