Our People

Alastair is the head of production for Sunterra Farms. He has previously managed farms and oversaw multiplier sites for Maple Leaf Farms, Verus Alliance and, more recently, Olymel.

Originally from the U.K., his first experience was as a part-time worker on a 600-sow multiplier farm. This is where his interest in animal science and husbandry began, leading him to complete a Degree in Animal Science at Harper Adams Agricultural University. After graduating, he worked on a variety of farms covering both indoor and outdoor production, including organic units.

Alastair has served as Chair of the Red Deer Swine Technology Workshop since 2016, is President of Alberta Pork Congress and serves on the Pork Committee for the Calgary Stampede.

Steven is the hog boss for Fairlane Colony near Skiff – southeast of Lethbridge – a 380-sow, farrow-to-finish operation. Steven cares deeply for independent farmers and wants to help build up the hog industry to continue producing safe, delicious pork to feed the world.

Marcel is a partner in an 850-sow farrow-to-finish operation near Three Hills. He feels strongly that the existing western Canadian hog pricing model, based on the U.S. price, does not bring fair value to producers. Marcel is an outspoken supporter of Alberta producers on this matter.

Andy is the hog boss for Granum Colony and has been in the hog industry for more than four decades. He and his wife, Becky, have three sons, one daughter and four grandchildren.

Mike is the hog boss for Birch Meadows Colony, a 500-sow, farrow-to-finish operation. He has been in the hog industry for more than three decades and hopes to add to the positivity and passion at Alberta Pork. He believes we need to work towards a fair pork price that’s sustainable and transparent between producers and processors.

Darcy joined Alberta Pork in 2010. He has spent much of his career in the agricultural industry, including working for the Alberta Livestock and Meat Agency, the Alberta Livestock Industry Development Fund, Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development and Esso Chemical.

Javier joined Alberta Pork in 2014. He has been involved with the swine industry for many years, working in different capacities across the value chain. Javier leads the Alberta Pork Production Team, working closely with Cristina Neva to serve producers with the best biosecurity, animal welfare and quality assurance practices.

Judit joined Alberta Pork in January 2025. She oversees accounts receivables and payables, manages office contracts, supports data entry, and helps organize industry events. With over a decade of experience supporting Operations and Health & Safety in the oil & gas sector, she brings a strong background in administrative coordination. Dedicated to keeping office operations running smoothly, she works closely with colleagues and is always ready to step in whenever needed. 

Having spent summers on her grandmother’s hobby farm, she always had a “favourite pig” who somehow managed to avoid the butcher’s block until the very end. Outside of work, she enjoys catching up with friends, staying active through swimming, and vacationing in Europe while visiting family.

Salman joined Alberta Pork in May of 2025, bringing a strong background in social media management, graphic design, and digital marketing. His passion lies in helping brands grow through creative storytelling and impactful online strategies. Salman manages Alberta Pork’s digital presence—creating and sharing content, engaging with the community, and ensuring our platforms stay fresh, relevant, and on trend.

Currently completing his Bachelor of Commerce degree in Marketing, Salman combines creativity with strategy to build meaningful connections with our audience. Outside of work, he’s a proud sneakerhead and car enthusiast who enjoys spending time with his family and staying inspired by the ever-evolving world of fashion.

Cris joined Alberta Pork in 2017. She has worked within the agriculture Industry in many different positions, from livestock production to research, and brings a broad set of skills to the Alberta Pork Production Team, working closely with Javier Bahamon.

Jose joined Alberta Pork in June 2020 and is a key member of the Traceability Team. With a background in environmental laboratory work and project management, Jose brings strong data management skills and a keen eye for detail to his role. He works closely with producers to help them meet their traceability requirements and ensures Alberta Pork’s databases remain accurate and reliable for the industry.

A naturally creative person, Jose always has a DIY project on the go—whether it’s woodworking, painting, or cooking something delicious. His love of making and creating shines through in everything he does.

Charlotte joined Alberta Pork in January of 2007. She works directly with producers on a wide range of programs including Swine Traceability, Wild Boar Eradication, and Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP) grants. In the course of her work, she has liaised with producers, government, and industry partners.

She spends her free time with her horses Bobbie and Kevin.