Agricultural Policy Manager  

Bio

Peter grew up in New Hampshire, where he spent his free time outside, hiking, swimming, canoeing and fishing. After earning his degree in education from Washington University in St. Louis, Peter worked at the National Wildlife Federation, where he focused on climate change and fossil fuel issues, and then at the International Fund for Animal Welfare, where he managed campaigns on wildlife trafficking and endangered species.

Peter is a graduate of the Emerging Wildlife Conservation Leaders program, which brings together the next generation of leaders from across the global conservation community to build their skills and grow a diverse network. He has also worked at Cottonwood Gulch, a wilderness education organization in western New Mexico.

FMR Role

Peter leads FMR's agricultural clean-water advocacy efforts, advancing policy reforms to integrate next-generation crops and cropping systems into Minnesota's farming landscape. Long-term, these innovative crops and practices will improve the river's health while enhancing farm prosperity.

Personal Details

Peter lives with his wife, Isabel, their son, Will, and their dog in Longfellow near the Mississippi Gorge Regional Park. His interests outside of the office include wildlife watching, painting, reading, sports, crosswords, and woodworking.

Contact

plafontaine@fmr.org, 928-814-3590