Held on Wednesday 19 August between 10am to 11am at The Land Pavilion (Sites I–J 29–30), the panel discussion is open to everyone attending AgQuip to hear from industry professionals, ask questions about careers and study pathways at UNE.
Returning as AgQuip's Education Partner, UNE is proud to continue its long-standing connection with one of Australia's premier primary industry events. Having exhibited at AgQuip for more than 20 years, the University remains committed to supporting regional communities through education, research and strong industry partnerships.
Bringing together alumni and researchers with diverse experiences, the Ask an Expert panel demonstrates how a UNE education can lead to rewarding careers across agriculture, science, technology, business and regional innovation. While each panelist has followed a different path, they share a passion for solving real-world challenges and strengthening the industries that underpin regional Australia.
The panel features Jaimie-Lee Edwards, who currently works with organisations and landholders to strengthen resilience to climate variability through practical extension programs that support more sustainable farming systems.
Joining her is Dr Dominic Waters, a UNE lecturer and researcher in quantitative genetics, whose work is helping improve the productivity, resilience and sustainability of livestock and crop breeding through innovative research.
UNE graduate Jack Cresswell, founder and host of the Farms Advice podcast, combines his agribusiness background with a passion for communication, connecting producers with practical knowledge and conversations that are shaping the future of Australian agriculture.
Rounding out the panel is UNE alumna Fiona Wyngaarden from OutlookAg, whose career in precision agriculture helps producers harness digital technology and spatial data to improve productivity and make more informed on-farm decisions.
Director of Marketing, Michaela Lobb said the Ask an Expert Series reflects UNE's commitment to inspiring future generations about the opportunities available through higher education both on-campus and online.
"Our panellists represent the diversity of careers that begin with a UNE education," Ms Lobb said. "They've each taken a different path, but all share a passion for making a positive impact across regional Australia. We encourage everyone attending AgQuip to come along, ask questions and walk away feeling inspired by what educational opportunities can lead to."
"This is a chance to meet people who have turned their passion into rewarding careers, hear about emerging sectors in Agriculture and ask questions that could help shape your own future. Whether you're a student considering university, a teacher supporting young people, or simply curious about the future of our industries, we'd love to see you there."
Following the panel discussion, visitors are invited to continue the conversation at the UNE Alumni Morning Tea & Networking from 11.00 am to 12.00 pm before visiting the UNE team at Site E26–27 to learn more about study options, scholarships, research and the many opportunities available through UNE.
