Mark Kihn was the owner and publisher of the Charolais Banner. Photo: Supplied

Farm writer and political fundraiser Mark Kihn passes

After a long struggle with cancer, Mark Kihn, the former owner and publisher of the Charolais Banner, has died. Outside the beef industry, Kihn is likely best known for his work fundraising for Stephen Harper, rustling up over $3.5 million for Harper’s two leadership campaigns.






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