Monday, 17 December 2012 10:21

Wilson and Shadbolt back

Written by Pamela Tipa

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Fonterra chairman-elect John Wilson (pictured right) has been re-appointed for another three year term as a director of the co-op.

Another sitting director Nicola Shadbolt has also been re-elected. Former Fonterra Shareholders Council chairman Blue Read is the new director, replacing Colin Armer who resigned after missing out on the chairmanship.

The results will be officially announced at Fonterra's annual meeting in Hamilton today.

Farmers have begun arriving for the meeting at Mystery Creek. Events Centre.
The meeting will farewell Henry van der Heyden who steps down as chairman after 10 years at the helm.
Stay tuned to Rural News website for meeting updates throughout the day.

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