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Carl Morton takes over as CEO of Mackay Sugar

What’s happening? Carl Morton has officially stepped into the role of CEO at Mackay Sugar, Australia’s second-largest sugar producer, following his promotion from General Manager Operations. Morton succeeds Jannik Olejas, who will return to Denmark in January 2025 to become Managing Director. Why it Matters? Mackay Sugar plays a crucial role in the regional economy and community, and Morton’s leadership is key to driving the company’s future growth. With backing from both the Board of Directors and majority shareholder, Nordzucker Group, Morton is tasked with delivering a multi-year investment program and advancing the company’s sustainability goals. By the Numbers – Mackay Sugar: Australia’s second-largest sugar producer – CEO Transition: Effective October 24, 2024 – Nordzucker Group: Majority shareholder since 2019

Reuben Mah from Soil CRC won after developing a portable, pocket-sized 3D-printed device that pairs with smartphone apps to allow farmers to quickly and accurately test their soil.

Winner of Cooperative Research Australia’s Early Career Researcher (ECR) Competition has been announced

What’s Happening? Reuben Mah from Soil CRC and the University of Tasmania was announced as the winner of Cooperative Research Australia’s Early Career Researcher (ECR) Competition for developing a portable, pocket-sized 3D-printed device that pairs with smartphone apps to allow farmers to quickly and accurately test their soil. Why It matters The research will help reduce the expenses and facilitate the timely process of current laboratory testing with farmers and agronomists (plant and soil scientists) already witnessing the benefits of the device, which optimises their soil fertility interventions for the best crop growth. By The Numbers High calibre entries from all five ECR Competition finalists suggested a strong pool of next-generation research experts for Australia. Earlier this evening, more than

Carl Morton takes over as CEO of Mackay Sugar

What’s happening? Carl Morton has officially stepped into the role of CEO at Mackay Sugar, Australia’s second-largest sugar producer, following his promotion from General Manager Operations. Morton succeeds Jannik Olejas, who will return to Denmark in January 2025 to become Managing Director. Why it Matters? Mackay Sugar plays a crucial role in the regional economy and community, and Morton’s leadership is key to driving the company’s future growth. With backing from both the Board of Directors and majority shareholder, Nordzucker Group, Morton is tasked with delivering a multi-year investment program and advancing the company’s sustainability goals. By the Numbers –

Reuben Mah from Soil CRC won after developing a portable, pocket-sized 3D-printed device that pairs with smartphone apps to allow farmers to quickly and accurately test their soil.

Winner of Cooperative Research Australia’s Early Career Researcher (ECR) Competition has been announced

What’s Happening? Reuben Mah from Soil CRC and the University of Tasmania was announced as the winner of Cooperative Research Australia’s Early Career Researcher (ECR) Competition for developing a portable, pocket-sized 3D-printed device that pairs with smartphone apps to allow farmers to quickly and accurately test their soil. Why It matters The research will help reduce the expenses and facilitate the timely process of current laboratory testing with farmers and agronomists (plant and soil scientists) already witnessing the benefits of the device, which optimises their soil fertility interventions for the best crop growth. By The Numbers High calibre entries from

Carl Morton takes over as CEO of Mackay Sugar

What’s happening? Carl Morton has officially stepped into the role of CEO at Mackay Sugar, Australia’s second-largest sugar producer, following his promotion from General Manager Operations. Morton succeeds Jannik Olejas, who will return to Denmark in January 2025 to become Managing Director. Why it Matters? Mackay Sugar plays a crucial role in the regional economy and community, and Morton’s leadership is key to driving the company’s future growth. With backing from both the Board of Directors and majority shareholder, Nordzucker Group, Morton is tasked with delivering a multi-year investment program and advancing the company’s sustainability goals. By the Numbers –

Reuben Mah from Soil CRC won after developing a portable, pocket-sized 3D-printed device that pairs with smartphone apps to allow farmers to quickly and accurately test their soil.

Winner of Cooperative Research Australia’s Early Career Researcher (ECR) Competition has been announced

What’s Happening? Reuben Mah from Soil CRC and the University of Tasmania was announced as the winner of Cooperative Research Australia’s Early Career Researcher (ECR) Competition for developing a portable, pocket-sized 3D-printed device that pairs with smartphone apps to allow farmers to quickly and accurately test their soil. Why It matters The research will help reduce the expenses and facilitate the timely process of current laboratory testing with farmers and agronomists (plant and soil scientists) already witnessing the benefits of the device, which optimises their soil fertility interventions for the best crop growth. By The Numbers High calibre entries from