water management leadership group

objective

identify means by which aem may better support this product group and provide direction to aem service areas accordingly.

responsibilities

• from a holistic perspective, identify product-specific challenges and areas of need.
• formulate solutions and/or determine means by which to address those challenges.
• employ and direct relevant aem service teams and/or committees (or establish sub-committees/task forces) to take action on those solutions.

priorities

• provide a cohesive water story for all of agriculture.
  • develop a unified industry message across aem industry sectors.
  • coordinate and align messaging with industry and commodity groups.
• promote scientifically sound, industry vetted best management practices that are based on technological capabilities, environmental impact, and crop needs.
• educate all stakeholders on water usage in agriculture.

leadership

• a chair & vice chair is elected by the group and serves a two-year term.

composition

• executives from aem member companies that manufacture equipment for or have a vested interest in water management.

meetings

• either a face-to-face meeting or conference call/virtual meeting will be held at least two to three times each year or as required based on issues and activities.
• aem legislative team and any other relevant staff/committees will be invited to participate as required.