Wow - what a busy two weeks! Week one was only a warm-up compared to the intense timetable the Agscholars had for week two at the Woolworths Agricultural Business Scholarship program!
We covered a huge range of topics, including
- presentations from industry experts on the BIG issues and challenges facing Australian agriculture,
- discussions around agricultural education of the broader community,
- tour of a Woolworths distribution centre which is the key part of getting that great, fresh Australian produce to the store shelf,
- guided visit of a Woolworths store to explore the new concepts and innovative ideas to provide the best fresh food solutions to consumers,
- rubbed shoulders with some industry champions at the 2012 National Landcare Awards
- leadership development workshops
- & experienced a new perspective of Sydney - from on top of the Bridge!
Watch this space - I will fill you in on all the details on some of these amazing sessions soon!
Being able to participate in discussions facing Australian agriculture and our rural communities with some of the brightest young minds the industry has to offer was truly a great experience. It challenged me to think outside the square and was great to have other young people that are passionate about their industry to share and bounce ideas around with. The passion these young people have for Australian agriculture is remarkable and assures me the future of Australian agriculture is bright if we have these young people heading up our approach to the challenges and our industry will face.
The Woolworths Agricultural Business Scholarship was an invaluable experience and I am very grateful for the opportunity to participate - a big thank you to the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW for supporting the growth and development of young people with a passion for agriculture.
If you are looking for an opportunity to network with other like-minded young people with a passion for agriculture, learn about the supply chain from several different perspectives as well as further your own professional development I highly recommend applying for the Woolworths Agricultural Business Scholarship - you will be amazed what doors it may open for you.
Thank you very much Woolworths (shout out to Katie Poray for all her great work!) for conducting this program and providing us with such a great opportunity. Your support of the youth of Australian agriculture is greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Thank you to Yvette and Katie for putting this together :)
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