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Tuesday, 11 January 2022 16:25

AACo partners with Zanda McDonald Award

Written by  Staff Reporters
AACo chief executive Hugh Killen. AACo chief executive Hugh Killen.

The Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) have signed on to partner with the prestigious Zanda McDonald Award.

AACo owns and operates stations, feedlots and farms comprising around 6.4 million hectares of land in Queensland and the Northern Territory.

Managing director and chief executive Hugh Killen says the company can play a role in helping develop the next generation of industry leaders.

“AACo has been helping grow agriculture in Australia for almost 200 years and our association with the Zanda McDonald Award continues this legacy,” says Killen.

“The Zanda McDonald Award is all about making a difference in agriculture. It recognises determination and passion, giving the winner an opportunity to develop their skills and make a lasting difference.

“These are values and attributes that align well with our commitment to drive positive change, and with our purpose: evolving together to benefit future generations. Our focus on sustainability, including an emphasis on shaping agriculture to meet the needs of a changing world, makes this partnership a natural fit.

“We’re thrilled to be associated with the award and help to mentor future industry leaders.”

Richard Rains, chairman of the Zanda McDonald Award adds that he is thrilled to have AACo join the awards.

“Their commitment really strengthens our ability to help take future leaders’ careers to the next level, providing a positive impact on the broader industry.”

The Zanda McDonald Award celebrates young people in the agriculture industry across Australia and New Zealand.

The 2022 winners will be announced in February (3 February for New Zealand winners and 10 February for Australian winners).

Entries for the 2023 round of awards will be open from 1 – 31 August 2022.

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