Meet the leaders in our 2025 national young farmer program

Every year, we welcome a new group of young egg farmers to participate in our national young farmer program. This program offers young people in the industry the opportunity to hone their leadership skills, expand their knowledge and build connections within the industry and with fellow young leaders from across Canada.

We’re proud to introduce the 2025 program participants. Read on to get to know the dynamic young egg farmers who are the future leaders of the Canadian egg sector.

Brandon manages the egg operations on his family’s farm, which has been in the family since the 1940s. After first pursuing a career in the trades, Brandon returned to the farm with a renewed sense of purpose. A proud father, Brandon is passionate about producing healthy food for Canadians and hopes to one day pass the torch to his kids.

Greg, a second generation egg farmer, is building on his father’s legacy. Today, he runs Quarter Mile Farm and is exploring ways to evolve the operation while staying true to its roots. Greg tends to his farm with a deep sense of responsibility to not just his hens, but also his family and the future of Canadian agriculture.

Born into a multi-generational farming family, Morgan is bringing a fresh perspective to a time-honoured tradition. After graduating, she worked off-farm, which helped deepen her understanding of agri-business before returning to the family farm full-time. For Morgan, egg farming is more than a job—it’s a way of life rooted in family, community and a deep respect for the land.

Stewart and Tiffany Yuill are first-generation egg farmers. They kicked off their egg farming career in 2020 through the Egg Farmers of Nova Scotia’s New Entrant Program, which supports new egg farmers to get their start in the industry. They now raise free run hens and manage a growing operation while raising four young children. Together, Stewart and Tiffany are looking forward to building something meaningful that their children might someday choose to continue.

For Brian Kloosterman, farming isn’t just a job—it’s a calling. Brian worked his way up from an entry-level role and is now a respected leader in the field as a regional manager at Burnbrae Farms. He oversees a diverse farm that includes a range of housing systems and innovative new technologies. For Brian, what sets egg farming apart is the sense of purpose it brings and that no two days are the same.

We are committed to empowering passionate leaders who are shaping a bright future for the Canadian egg industry. Want to learn more? Check out our national young farmer program fact sheet for all the details.

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