New name at ag research group

A NEW senior staff member has been appointed to environmental agriculture research organisation Mallee Sustainable Farming.

Angela Ewing recently joined the group as a specialist director and Mallee Sustainable Farming chair Steve Burt said she brought an array of experience is expected to be an asset for the organisation.

“Angela’s professional journey includes notable roles such as executive advisor for operational strategy and integration at Ambulance Victoria and director of market access and reform at the Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources,” Mr Burt said.

“Her extensive background also encompasses leadership positions within the Victorian Government agriculture departments over many years in areas of biosecurity, ministerial advisory capacity, policy, program implementation and investment.

“We are confident that her insights will play a significant role in steering our organisation towards continued success.”

Ms Ewing said she was excited to join Mallee Sustainable Farming.

“The farmers in the tristate region including Victoria, NSW and SA were some of the most resilient farmers in Australia given the environment with low rainfall recorded,” she said.

“I am looking forward to being part of the board to support producers through research opportunities and with increased knowledge make informed decisions for the future of their farms with the assistance of improved processes and new

varieties and technologies.”

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