Tree Crop News

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Guerin steps into national farming hotseat

The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed Mike Guerin as chief executive officer, marking a new chapter for Australia’s peak farm body at a critical time for the sector.

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Ross heads commercial operations at Envu

Envu has appointed Dave Ross as the company's new head of commercial operations – ANZ and he will be based in Melbourne.

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Kevin Watts joins Campbell’s sales team

A new face is strengthening northern agribusiness support, with Kevin Watts appointed sales agronomist for Colin Campbell (Chemicals) across Queensland and northern NSW.

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Sahar Eid joins Citrus Australia

Citrus Australia welcomes Sahar Eid as its new biosecurity manager to replace Jess Lye who finishes with Citrus Australia to take up a new role in Agriculture Victoria.

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New management for Metagen

Biotech company Metagen Australia has named Liam Riedy as its general manager as it enters its next growth phase. Seasoned agribusiness professional Matt Harris has joined the business as Mildura-based territory manager to strengthen grower support and expand the company’s presence across the Sunraysia and beyond.

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It’s the simple things that count

After a career in agriculture spanning nearly four decades, Stephen York believes it’s the simple things that count when it comes to building strong and successful relationships with customers.

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Farrelly new boss at FPSC

New Fresh Produce Safety Centre chief executive Damien Farrelly says he is delighted to have joined an organisation where ‘some really impactful work’ is well and truly underway.

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Chambers new food commissioner

Queensland Fruit and Vegetable Growers chief executive Rachel Chambers has been appointed as Queensland Food Farmers’ Commissioner.

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Avocado Australia boss John Tyas to step down

Avocados Australia has confirmed long-serving chief executive John Tyas will retire on July 3 in 2026, bringing to a close more than 13 years in the role.

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David Pollock Joins New Edge Microbials

New Edge Microbials is pleased to welcome David Pollock as Territory Sales and Development Manager for New South Wales, based in Dubbo.

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AgNova has new NSW manager

AgNova Technologies Pty Ltd sources, develops and distributes specialty crop protection and production solutions for agricultural and horticultural producers, and for selected non-crop users.

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Leading industry advocates join IFPA ANZ board

Two of Australasia’s prominent fresh produce industry leaders have been appointed to the International Fresh Produce Association ANZ’s board of directors.

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New directors at Hort innovation

One new and one returning director have joined the board of Hort Innovation amid a year of record investment for the grower-owned research and development corporation (RDC) for Australian horticulture.

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New member joins Agspec hort team

Agspec is excited to announce the appointment of Jeremy Liddle as business manager for southern Queensland and northern NSW. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in horticultural cropping systems and will be a great asset to the Agspec team.

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New Grochem appointments

Two sales professionals with a wealth of experience in horticulture have joined crop protection supplier, Grochem Australia as it strengthens its team for further growth.