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November 30, 2022

Province Announces Appointment of Next Deputy Minister of Agriculture



The Manitoba government is announcing the appointment of Brenda DeSerranno as the next deputy minister of agriculture, effective Jan. 7, 2023.

DeSerranno has worked for the Manitoba government since 2005 and has been assistant deputy minister of analytical services at the provincial treasury board secretariat since 2019. In this role, she has gained experience in the programs and services offered by all government departments including Manitoba Agriculture. DeSerranno also has experience in financial and contract management, consultation with stakeholders, real estate management, leased properties and property management. Her post-secondary background includes studies in business administration and urban land economics.

The appointment of DeSerranno will follow the upcoming retirement of Dori Gingera-Beauchemin, who has been deputy minister since 2013 and has held many positions during her 43 years with Manitoba Agriculture.

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