Dale Thorne, a sheep producer from Michigan, has been elected chairman of the American Lamb Board (ALB). He is serving his second 3-year term on the Board, representing the lamb feeding sector. Thorne has previously served as ALB vice chairman, treasurer and chairman of the Research Committee.
"Being able to help increase demand for American Lamb is an honor. In particular, I am enthusiastic about the progress we are making regarding American Lamb quality and consistency, such as the flavor research we expect to complete in 2019," says Thorne.