Community
2 August, 2024
Directors sought for dairy board
WESTVIC Dairy is looking for four directors to join its Board.
Applications are now open for those who would like the opportunity to contribute their skills and experience to help create a vibrant, profitable, and valued dairy industry.
Three farmer positions and one specialist (non-farmer) position will become vacant at the group’s annual general meeting on Tuesday, October 8.
Board chair and farmer director, Brendan Rea, said the director positions offer the opportunity to shape the south-west Victorian dairy industry for the better.
“The board works in partnership with Dairy Australia and has regional oversight of the levy spend to deliver positive outcomes for South-west Victorian dairy farmers,” Mr Rea said.
“As a director you have the chance to determine regional priorities and to develop strategic and operating plans to address these priorities.”
Mr Rea encouraged those who are passionate about the region’s dairy industry to apply.
“I encourage those who are interested to submit an application. It’s a terrific opportunity to give back, shape the industry’s future, and develop your leadership skills.
“It’s also extremely rewarding to work with a team of like-minded individuals who want what’s best for our regions’ dairy farmers and industry.”
Mr Rea said the existing board of directors would welcome the knowledge and input of new members in providing regional intelligence to Dairy Australia to inform their planning processes and investment decisions.
Those who are up for the challenge of this fulfilling role are invited to apply before applications close at 5pm on Thursday, August 15.
For more information and to apply visit westvicdairy.com.au or contact regional manager and executive officer Lindsay Ferguson on 0418 545 580.
