Industry
From India to Australia…For Polymer Technology Research
The chance to work with emerging polymer technology in pesticide formulation was the lure that enticed Dr. Harsh Vardhan to make a major career jump and move from Gurgaon, India to Melbourne. Here’s why. 23 years ago, scientist Harsh Vardhan left the University of Delhi with a Master of Science in Agrochemicals and Pest Management…
Read MoreRising Through the Ranks – to Find the Perfect Role
Ashley Murphy started his agricultural career as an agronomist, working up to Area Manager for Landmark, State Manager for Ruralco Holdings and National Manager for Yara Australia, before branching into senior management consulting. When he went looking for his next career move he turned to Agricultural Appointments. Though he grew up in the agricultural area…
Read MoreAustralia Now Dominates Beef Meat Exports!
By Dr. Ray Johnson, Managing Director, Agricultural Appointments. In a report by Meat & Livestock Australia (“State of the Industry Report: The Australian Red Meat and Livestock Industry”), it has emerged that Australia now dominates the world export markets for meat. Although Australia’s domestic herd size is relatively small at only 2% of the global…
Read MoreWorking Around the Plate
James Thompson has transferred his management skills from meat chickens to salad greens as he works around the plate with the production of some of Australia’s finest fresh food. At Pearcedale on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, James Thompson is overseeing the harvesting of salads and vegetables that grow here in the rich fertile soil. As General…
Read MoreWine Industry Shows Strong Resurgence
By Richard Broughton, Executive Search Specialist – Wine Industry. In a recent article, our Managing Director Dr. Ray Johnson reported on the record levels of agricultural production in Australia at present, with strong performance from most of our major agricultural products. I specialize in executive search and recruitment in the wine industry, and have been…
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