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Join us either on-property or online for a day of engaging discussions with experienced experts. You'll have the opportunity to participate in engaging discussions and gain valuable insights. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to learn from the best in the business.

On-property attendees 
Please arrive on-property by 8:30 am for a 9:00 am start. Morning tea and lunch will be provided.

Online attendees
If you can't attend on-property, you can join the conversation online at 9.00 am AEST. Powered by StarLink internet, we will be live streaming and recording the panel discussions. Questions from the online audience will be answered in the Q&A section.

Not able to attend?
Make sure to register to receive the recording of the panel discussions. If you encounter any issues with the registration process, please feel free to contact John on +61 428 953 017 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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Event Information

Panellists

  • Will Barton

    Gundagai Meat Processors, CEO
    Will has over 20 years of experience in the meat processing industry. He is a strong advocate for the Australian red meat industry and is committed to delivering high-quality products to customers. Will's leadership has seen the Gundagai Meat Processors facility become one of the most advanced and efficient meat processing plants in Australia.
    Unlocking the Potential of Merino Meat: From Farm to Market

  • Sarah Strachan

    MLA Group Manager Adoption and Commercialisation
    Sarah is an experienced professional who oversees the delivery and development of Meat Standards Australia, Livestock Genetics, Producer Adoption and Environmental sustainability programs within MLA. Her programs help convert research into commercial services for businesses along the entire meat supply chain, providing producers with a range of options to engage with and apply research outcomes into their production systems. Sarah has extensive knowledge of the industry and has worked with MLA for 21 years.
    Unlocking the Potential of Merino Meat: From Farm to Market

  • Ed Clayton

    NSW DPI, Research Officer, Livestock
    With a Bachelor of Rural Science and a PhD in ruminant nutrition from the University of New England (UNE), Ed is a researcher at NSW DPI. His focus is on animal health and behaviour, particularly in beef and sheep meat quality and omega-3 fatty acids. Ed has conducted extensive research on the health benefits of omega-3s in sheep reproduction and meat consumption.
    Unlocking the Potential of Merino Meat: From Farm to Market

  • Paul McDougall

    Paraway Pastoral Company, Manager of Natural Capital
    With over a decade of experience in the agricultural industry, he is responsible for the development and implementation of the company's sustainability strategies. Paul is passionate about promoting environmentally responsible farming practices and improving the industry's overall sustainability.t.
    Thriving in a Carbon-Conscious World

  • Phil Tickle

    Cibo Labs, Managing Director
    Phil is the co-founder and Managing Director of Cibo Labs with 30+ years of experience in geospatial and remote sensing solutions for natural resource management, agriculture and climate change. He provides science-policy advice, leads national research and operational programs and is passionate about delivering practical solutions for profitable farm businesses and sustainable landscapes.
    Thriving in a Carbon-Conscious World

  • Dr. Susan Orgill

    Select Carbon, Senior Scientific Advisor
    Dr. Susan Orgill, an applied soil scientist, possesses 15+ years' experience in soil carbon research. She has led interdisciplinary teams for Government and Industry, emphasising soil carbon enhancement for sustainable farming. Susan's previous work with DPI and now Select Carbon focuses on understanding carbon cycling, integrating modelling and mapping for soil carbon estimation, and developing innovative strategies for building soil carbon. Passionate about evidence-based decisions, Susan collaborates with producers to enhance farm productivity, soil carbon, and farming system resilience.
    Thriving in a Carbon-Conscious World

  • Isobel Knight

    Proagtive, Owner and Director
    Isobel, a family farm succession planning specialist with decades of experience, holds degrees in business law and psychology, and is trained in counseling and mediation. Her passion is to create opportunities for the next generation in agriculture by addressing the high cost of a lack of succession planning to farming families, communities, and the industry.
    Farming for Generations: Succession Planning and Business Management

  • Jeremy Hutchings

    Farm Owners Academy, Managing Director
    Jeremy has 20+ years of business coaching and consulting experience, with expertise in strategy, growth, team, operational, and financial performance. He specialises in farm performance analysis and benchmarking, providing invaluable insights to help farmers improve their operations.
    Farming for Generations: Succession Planning and Business Management

  • Jason Trompf

    LambsAlive, Owner and Director
    Jason, founder of Lambs Alive, is an industry renowned consultant in livestock genetics and profitability. With over 25 years of experience, he has helped countless farmers build profitable genetics for their unique environments. Get inspired by Jason's expertise as he shares his insights for success.
    Building Profitable Genetics for your Environment

  • John Sutherland

    Pooginook, Genetics and Sales Manager
    John, with 40 years of sheep breeding experience, is Pooginook's new Genetics and Sales Manager. He's developed the Poll Stud, implemented ASBVs, introduced sheep DNA genomics, and led the Stud to mules-free production. John's new role specialises in supporting producers in achieving their genetic goals, contributing to their success in Merinos.
    Building Profitable Genetics for your Environment