Sept. 21, 2021 — At our recent Outlook Conference, the Michigan Agri-Business Association honored Bruce Sutherland, the recently-retired president of Michigan Agricultural Commodities (MAC) with the 2021 Exceptional Service to Michigan Agriculture award. The award recognizes industry leaders who go above and beyond in their service to our agriculture sector. “Everyone at MAC, and across our Michigan agriculture industry, has known Bruce for his integrity, his can-do attitude and his passion for the success of agriculture,” said Robert Geers, Vice President of Marketing at MAC and 1st Vice Chair of MABA. “It is my privilege to join MABA in honoring a good friend who has done so much to advance Michigan agriculture during his long career.” Sutherland’s retirement this spring from his role as President of Michigan Agricultural Commodities capped off a career spanning more than 35 years at MAC. He started as a grain merchandiser, then served as merchandising manager and vice president before being named president in 2016. Sutherland has been an active participant in activities of the Michigan Agri-Business Association, including service on the Board of Directors, where he was Board Chairman in 2014. Bruce also served on the Board of Directors and the Executive Committee of the National Grain and Feed Association, as a member of the Federal Grain Inspection Service Advisory Committee and National Rail Car Council; and was recently named a Trustee of the 4-H Foundation. Congratulations to our friend Bruce, and thank you for your leadership!
