Jason, 42, farms with his wife Jocelyn and three children in a family partnership based around a 620ha property in Eastern Southland, and a 3450ha block in Northern Southland. As an extension to his studies at Lincoln University (graduated 1986) Jason continued to develop his business skills in agriculture by completing a post-graduate course with the University of Minnesota (USA). Upon returning to NZ he managed the Mt Linton Station finishing farm "Waitoru." A member of the Otago-Southland Sheep Council for six years - the last two as Chairman, Jason is currently studying to become a Kellogg Scholar (Lincoln University) with his chosen topic of study being the current meat co-operative marketing model and exploration of new ideas. Included in his work, Jason is extensively researching innovative and world-leading marketing strategies which is an area identified as key to bringing sustainability and profit back to Alliance shareholders. With 90% of his family income derived from sheepfarming, he is reliant on this industry and is committed to bringing positive change, growth and profit back to Alliance Group and shareholders. Motivated by the desire to make a difference in the meat industry, Jason has been part of the Meat Industry Action Group spending much of this year meeting and consulting with industry leaders, politicians and farmers. Community Involvement:
• Past Chairman Otago/Southland Sheep To contact Jason phone: 03 230 6142 or
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Mark, 47, farms a 215ha intensive sheep and beef property at Aparima, Southland, with his wife Mandy and two children.
A Lincoln University graduate, Mark became a Kellogg's Scholar in 2005.
Mark has long-held an interest in marketing and global consumer demands so became a Food & Agribusiness Marketing Experience participant last year.
FAME has a focus on developing leadership talent and capabilities in the food and agribusiness sectors, for tomorrow's global markets. It is a unique experience for emerging leaders to develop their knowledge from both within NZ and abroad.
During the course of his study, Mark travelled to the US, Europe, China and Japan investigating production, processing and retail sites.
Much of Mark's study, including travel, has been self-funded.
While Chairman of the Meat Industry Action Group, Mark travelled extensively within NZ meeting with meat industry executives, politicians and our farmers.
Mark is passionate about the industry and believes in the principles of a strong, farmer-owned co-operative that is market, and not procurement, driven.
He has a sound understanding of the present situation facing sheepfarmers and is committed to serving the interest of Alliance Group shareholders.
Community Involvement:
• Past Chairman Meat Industry Action
Group
• Chairman Otautau Community Health
Trust
• Deputy Chairman Takitimu PHO
• Past Director Otautau Saleyards
• Past President Otautau Lions Club
To contact Mark
phone:
03 225 8755 or
027 225 8755 or
email him
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