[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 141 (Friday, September 2, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E895]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING EDWARD AND BRENDA BREITMEYER FOR THEIR INDUCTION INTO THE 
                     MICHIGAN FARMERS HALL OF FAME

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                           HON. JACK BERGMAN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 2, 2022

  Mr. BERGMAN. Madam Speaker, it is my honor to recognize Edward and 
Brenda Breitmeyer for their induction into the Michigan Farmers Hall of 
Fame. Through their dedicated service, contributions to their 
community, and steadfast commitment to the education, research, and 
promotion of agriculture, Edward and Brenda have become an 
indispensable part of Northern Michigan.
  The Michigan Farmers Hall of Fame was created to promote excellence 
in farming and recognize those in Michigan who have made an 
extraordinary impact on the industry and their communities. None are 
more deserving of this honor than Edward and Brenda. Throughout nearly 
50 years of farming and ranching, Edward has served on several State 
and national farm boards. As a member of the Michigan Corn Growers 
Association, he coordinated meetings to educate local farmers and 
traveled to Lansing and Washington, D.C. to promote the interests of 
corn farmers. While participating in the Corn Marketing Program of 
Michigan, he was involved in activities to promote research and 
innovation in corn farming. He is also a member of the National Corn 
Growers Association, where he has co-chaired two teams--Membership 
Communications and Export Utilization. Edward should take immense pride 
in his service on the U.S. Grains Council. In this capacity, he was a 
member of two advisory teams--Communications and Value Added. In his 
long and successful career, Edward has tackled the challenges of an 
ever-evolving industry head-on and proven himself to be a leader in 
Michigan's agricultural sector.
  In addition to their work for Michigan's agricultural industry, 
Edward and Brenda have a long history of serving their community 
through their work in Buckley area schools, the Grand Traverse 
Conservation District, the Grant Township Planning Commission, the 
Grant Township Board of Appeals, and Redeemer Lutheran Church of 
Interlochen. As charter members, Edward and Brenda have helped build 
two churches, and they regularly volunteer at the food pantry, Bible 
study, and Sunday school services.
  Agriculture is the second-largest sector of Michigan's economy, and 
fanning serves a vital role for the people and communities of Northern 
Michigan. With today's ever-changing world, the work of industry and 
community leaders like Edward and Brenda has been critical in shaping 
Michigan's agricultural industry to the success story it is today. 
Their impact on the people of Michigan cannot be overstated.
  Madam Speaker, it's my honor to congratulate Edward and Brenda 
Breitmeyer for their induction into the Michigan Farmers Hall of Fame. 
Michiganders can take great pride in knowing the First District is home 
to such dedicated leaders. On behalf of my constituents, I wish Edward 
and Brenda all the best in their future endeavors.

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