Su is Australia’s inaugural Special Representative for Australian Agriculture. With an increasing focus on more environmentally sustainable production, Su works to promote and demonstrate Australia’s commitment to climate-smart sustainable agriculture, and counter prescriptive policy that could negatively impact Australian agriculture and global food security. Su brings a depth of knowledge to this role, being a cattle producer herself, as well as a Director of LiveCorp, Crawford Fund and the Australasian Pork Research Institute, a member of the CSIRO Food and Agriculture Advisory Group and an ATSE Fellow. She was most recently a Director of Australian Unity, Commissioner for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR), and previously held positions as a Commissioner on the National COVID-19 Advisory Board, a member of the Charities Review, CEO of the Regional Australia Institute and the Council of Rural Research and Development Corporations and the Executive Director of the Office of Best Practice Regulation. She has also held senior positions with the Business Council of Australia, the National Farmers’ Federation and the Australian Taxation Office.

Georgie is based on her family’s cattle property in Queensland’s South Burnett and is actively involved in the operation of the multi-generational family business. For many years she has juggled the demands of beef production alongside her roles in many influential organisations.

Georgie currently holds positions across the not-for-profit, government and industry sectors including the Chair of the Royal Flying Doctor Service Queensland, Chair of the Red Earth Community Foundation and Deputy Chair of Australian Broadcasting Corporation.  She also holds director positions on the National Farmers Federation and the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal.   

Her passion for advocating for rural Australia and her service to primary industries and the community saw her named as a Member of the Order of Australia in 2020.

Fiona farms with her family in the Rennie area north of Mulwala, she joined the family farm in 1996. They are broadacre, dryland grain growers also operating a prime lamb enterprise. Fiona is a life-long learner with a background in applied science and education. She is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, the NFF Diversity in Ag Leadership Program, the Grains Social Leadership Program and most recently the Farmers for Climate Action Climate Smart Agriculture Scholarship. Fiona is the Chair of Riverine Plains Farming Systems Group, Deputy Chair of AgBiz Assist, is serving on the Grain Growers National Policy Group, has served on the GRDC Southern Panel and is very involved in her local community. She is passionate about the Agricultural industry and building skills and capacity within rural communities.  

Professor Umberger has played influential roles in sustainable agriculture for over 20 years. She founded and led the Centre for Global Food and Resources at the University of Adelaide, which engaged with policymakers and industry to make positive changes in agriculture, food, and resource systems. Professor Umberger has also served as President of Australia's Policy Advisory Council (for International Agricultural Research and Development) and was on the Board of Trustees of the International Crops Research Institute for Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT). Professor Umberger is an Honorary Professorial Fellow in the School of Agriculture and Food at the University of Melbourne and an expert in agricultural economics, development, and food policy. She has worked on food system issues across the Indo-Pacific region and led interdisciplinary value chain research projects in Asia, Australia, North America, the Pacific Islands and South Africa.

Associate Professor Kate Gunn leads a team of behavioural science-focused researchers at the University of South Australia who work with farmers and other rural people to understand their health and mental health-related strengths and challenges, and co-develop meaningful solutions to them. She is particularly passionate about finding creative and impactful ways to improve the wellbeing of farming families, prevent suicide and improve rural cancer outcomes. In 2018, Kate founded ifarmwell.com.au. She is also a Churchill Fellow, has published more than 90 academic papers in national and international journals, and brings to this role experience from working as a Clinical Psychologist, as well as from growing up on a farm near Streaky Bay.

Angeline thrives in a portfolio of senior executive roles transforming global AgriFood growth through innovation from supply to consumer experience. She serves on the boards of Wine Australia, Australia’s Economic Accelerator and the Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology. She chairs the G100 Mission Million Asia Pacific chapter for Food Systems Innovation & Resilience and Australia China Business Council - Victorian Agribusiness and Food forum. As a senior advisor at Beanstalk Agtech and its Drought Venture Studio, Angeline is at the forefront of scaling solutions for the Agrifood system. She co-hosts the “Women Transforming Food” podcast with Inside FMCG, sharing inspiring stories of leaders in the AgriFood sector. She holds fellow positions with Academy of Australian Technological Sciences and Engineering and Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology.  She was recognised as a superstar of STEM for 2025 by Science and Technology Australia and acknowledged by LinkedIn as a global top voice for her leadership and influence. The Women Economic Forum names her as woman of the decade in 2024.  

Katherine is the owner and operator of a certified organic hazelnut farm in north-west Tasmania, where she combines hands-on farming with a strong commitment to regenerative agriculture. Following a 25-year career in corporate leadership, including a senior role at Apple Inc., Katherine holds deep expertise in organisational development, leadership and culture, strategy, and governance. She is now focused on contributing to the future of Australian agriculture, with a particular interest in board and advisory roles that support regional and community resilience. Katherine previously served on the advisory board of Heartful, an accommodation start-up, and currently sits on the board of Harvest Launceston - Launceston’s multi-award-winning farmers’ market since 2012.

Alice is an AgTech Specialist at Farmers2Founders, leading the TEKFARM program to connect farmers to digital agriculture solutions. With a Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Business and a Certificate III in Horticulture, Alice brings a wealth of practical knowledge and experience to her role from roles with farm inputs, machinery, and irrigation companies.  Alice's expertise lies in working with agtech companies on value proposition development, marketing and sales operation improvements, customer segmentation, and lead generation. Her analytical skills and project management background empower her to evaluate and implement systems that enhance the adoption of agtech. Alice is a strong advocate for remote monitoring solutions that reduce operational costs and enhance peace of mind for farmers. She also emphasises the critical role of digital technologies in achieving sustainability and resilience goals within agriculture, aligning with consumer trends and meeting industry challenges. Alice works closely with trusted advisors across Australia to ensure farmers are equipped with the knowledge, tools, and confidence they need to select digital agriculture solutions that are the best fit for them.

Dr Lilly Lim-Camacho is a research scientist focused on supporting society transition to a more sustainable future, working with industry and government to use integrated systems approaches to address our grand challenges. Her expertise is in value chain management and analysis, which she applies in a range of challenges including food security, sustainability, climate adaptation and social inclusion. Lilly utilises strong science communication and engagement techniques in her research, working with a wide range of stakeholders both in the public and private sectors.

Nikki is the founder and designer of Horrocks Vale Collections, a pioneering label creating sustainable Merino wool wedding dresses and occasion wear. Based on her family property in the Flinders Ranges, Nikki brings a fresh, ethical approach to bridal fashion, reimagining how Merino wool can be used in couture. Her mission is clear: to transform the wedding industry with a fiber that is natural, versatile, and environmentally responsible. By taking Merino wool from Australian farms to the runway, Nikki not only showcases its beauty and function but also redefines what sustainable luxury can look like. Nikki is a passionate advocate for slow fashion. Her legacy is to elevate Australian Merino wool on the global stage—championing it as the ultimate choice for conscious, high-end fashion.

Kelly is the founder of SPhiker, an award-winning South Australian agribusiness transforming surplus farm produce into shelf-stable, plant-based meals. Based in Murray Bridge, SPhiker’s eco-conscious meals serve hikers, solo diners, the elderly, students, and people in supported living. In 2025, Kelly was named South Australia’s AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award winner and received the Premier’s Sustainability Award. She now runs hands-on workshops teaching people how to preserve backyard produce and create their own hike meals, offering practical, empowering solutions to food waste. Kelly is proving that good food can do good, for people, producers, and the planet.

Bronwen is a nationally respected policy strategist and advocate with a career dedicated to elevating the voices of communities often overlooked in national decision-making. As Chief Executive of the National Growth Areas Alliance, she leads advocacy for Australia’s fastest-growing outer suburban councils, driving national conversations on housing, infrastructure and economic equity. Previously, Bronwen was Managing Director of Thriving Regions, a consultancy delivering strategic planning and public affairs support across rural and regional Australia. Earlier in her career, she represented Australia at the United Nations and World Trade Organization in Geneva, working at the intersection of international trade and economic growth for developing countries. Bronwen brings a rare combination of grassroots insight and global perspective to policy debates, with a focus on inclusion, place-based development and practical solutions.

Pene grew up on a sheep and cattle property in Keyneton and currently resides in Angaston. She has extensive industry experience in sheep, cattle and dairy enterprises, with a background in agricultural science and agribusiness.

Charlotte is the General Manager of Rural Affairs at the National Farmers’ Federation, Australia’s peak advocacy organisation representing farmers and the $86 billion agricultural sector. In this role, Charlotte leads national policy and advocacy across critical issues including biosecurity, animal welfare, agvet chemical regulation, live animal exports, and regional connectivity. She works at the intersection of government, industry, and community to deliver better outcomes for Australian farmers. Originally from a broadacre cropping farm in South Australia, Charlotte holds a law degree from the University of Adelaide. She began her career in agricultural policy in her home state before moving to Canberra to take on national leadership roles in rural advocacy. A strong voice for rural Australia, Charlotte is passionate about ensuring that policymakers understand the practical realities of producing food and fibre, and about promoting the diversity, complexity and importance of modern Australian agriculture.

Penny runs a family sheep and cattle operation at Field in South Australia’s Limestone Coast region, with her husband Jason and their young family. She works off-farm as a Livestock Technical Specialist with the SA Drought Hub at the University of Adelaide, with her role focused on farmer extension and adoption – an area of great passion for Penny. Through her university roles and in her own consultancy business, Penny has delivered projects and lecturered in the fields of farmer decision making, agtech adoption, sustainable farming systems, livestock genetics and farm business management. She also holds several board and advisory group roles including Chair of the Limestone Coast Landscape Board, Chair of the Landscape Board Presiding Member Forum, director on the NRM Regions Australia Board and a member of the Premier’s Climate Change Council. Penny is passionate about having a positive influence on the next generation of agricultural professionals and industry leaders. This has included being actively engaged with PIRSA’s Stepping into Leadership Program for rural and regional women where she is a regular mentor, and also mentors students studying tertiary agricultural courses as they near graduation.

Cressida is the Acting President of Australian Women in Agriculture. She lives and works in Robertson, NSW. She is the founder and director of the Pecora Group, a vertically integrated end to end dairy and hospitality enterprise. Cressida is a strong advocate for the dairy industry, particularly in the area of value adding. She believes in harnessing the power of rural and regional communities to drive change and in the vital role that women play.

Lukina is the owner and managing director of the Lukina group of companies. For 25 years Lukina has been involved in sustainable wild catch harvesting, and processing techniques. Combined with her commercial acumen, this experience has seen Lukina drive consistent profit growth for her companies and share the knowledge with industries. Lukina has demonstrated an ability to implement strategic change for business expansion. For example, her development of a ground-breaking SBT loin portioning and liquid nitrogen freezing process has allowed SBT to be presented for sale in smaller more manageable portions to export and domestic markets. This has reduced reliance on the Japanese market, supporting sustained business growth. Dinko Tuna was awarded for ‘Export’ and ‘Innovation’ at the 2020 SA Premier’s Food and Beverage Industry Awards.