Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 1, 1991
• Invested on: April 29, 1992

This agricultural research scientist from Saskatchewan is widely recognized for his work on grass cultivars under semi-arid conditions. He has developed several new cultivars, an achievement that has improved Western Canada's perennial forage use. A distinguished agrologist, he is highly sought-after for his scientific advice on grasslands and forage management.