Diverse background gives new S.D. Cattlemen executive director unique perspective

Melisa Goss
Oct 5, 2021
Oct 5, 2021 Updated Nov 3, 2022

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South Dakota Cattlemen’s Association has a new executive director.

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Melisa Goss, Associate Editor for the Tri-State Neighbor, is a South Dakota farm girl whose love of travel has allowed her to see ag’s vital impact around the world, from America’s heartland to the rice paddies of Southeast Asia and many places in between. She makes her home in Sioux Falls with her husband, daughter and miniature schnauzer. You can reach her at mgoss@lee.net.