Saint Paul -- Governor Tim Pawlenty today announced the appointment of Tom Revier to the Agricultural Chemical Response Compensation Board.

Tom Revier has been farming since 1991. He is a partner with his brother and father in a 3500 acre farm which includes beef cattle. In 2001, Revier founded Medallion Beef Company, a wholesale portion-cut steak internet business. He received a bachelor's degree with a triple major in business administration, accounting, and economics from Concordia College. Tom and his wife Libby live with their two children in rural Olivia. He is appointed as the board member representing farmers and will serve a term ending January 1, 2007. Revier replaces June Varner on the board.

The Agricultural Chemical Response Compensation Board provides reimbursement for the clean-up cost of pesticide and fertilizer spills. Reimbursement funds come from the Agricultural Chemical Response Compensation Account (ACCRA). The board is made up of five members, including three appointed by the Governor.