Faith Elliott Rossing has been elected president of the Maryland Agriculture Council Board of Directors during its April 16th board meeting. Rossing, who previously served as vice president, succeeds Matt Teffeau of Annapolis.
Rossing's tenure with the Council began in 2003. She first held the presidency in 2006-07 and served as secretary from 2010-17 before resigning temporarily and rejoining the board in 2020. In addition to her leadership roles, Rossing has chaired the Grant Committee for several years.
"During my 18-year tenure on the Maryland Agriculture Council Board, I have witnessed multiple changes in political leadership, agricultural leadership in key political appointments, and intense changes in agricultural legislation and regulations," Rossing said.
"With each change, I have also witnessed the resiliency and dedication of the agricultural community to protect the industry and their way of life and livelihood with a respect and tenacity bar none," she continued. "While other lobbying organizations approach the industry challenges differently, the Maryland Agriculture Council has stayed the course, building relationships with legislators and hosting the annual Maryland Taste of Agriculture event—designed to bring the agricultural and legislative communities together. Through conversation and sharing the local bounty—the two collide."
Rossing emphasized that the Council leaders have adapted the event's format, venue, and menu over the years to remain relevant while staying dedicated to "providing delicious local agricultural products and a safe space to continue difficult conversations."
"It has been my honor to continue to serve such a dedicated organization," Rossing shared.
Dr. Faith Elliott Rossing lives on her great-grandparents' farm in Queen Anne's County. Currently retired from 23 years with Queen Anne's County Government, she remains actively involved in 4-H as a club advisor, serves as the treasurer for the Queen Anne's County 4-H Park Board, and enjoys spending time with family and friends.
Robert C. "Robbie" Miller of Lincoln University, PA, has been elected vice president of the organization, and Kayla Griffith of Lothian will continue as secretary. Henry Brandt of Centreville has been re-elected as treasurer.
The newly elected board members include Tyler Majchrzak of Hartley, DE; Kevin Donnelly of Smithsburg; Rob Cooper of Alexandria, VA; and Jenell McHenry of Kennedyville. Re-elected board members, serving a two-year term, include Doug Lechlider of Laytonsville, C. John Sullivan III of Fallston, Crystal Pickett of Mt. Airy, Karen Engel of Keymar, George Grillon of Taneytown, Robert Black of Thurmont, Vanessa Finney of Brooklandville, Scott Youse of Ridgely, Zach Evans of Salisbury, Jennifer Cross of Brandywine, and Rossing.
The Maryland Agriculture Council is renowned for organizing the annual Taste of Maryland Agriculture event on the first Thursday of February. This premier gala brings together agricultural leaders with state and national legislators to promote agriculture and educate lawmakers about its importance to the state's economy and its people.
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