Supporting Careers in Agriculture
Opportunities for students with an interest in primary industries, agriculture and related areas continues to grow thanks to the support of the Mundulla Fund, established through the estate of the late Mrs Torrie Chapman.
In 2022, the Mundulla Fund supported a ‘Paddock to Plate’ Agricultural Careers Dinner, to inform students about the wide range of agriculture-related careers on offer, and how jobs are evolving in response to technology, automation and other trends.
The evening featured outstanding guest speakers from around Australia, who provide insights into the industry, as well as information about educational programs and pathways. Speakers included Luciano Mesiti (CEO, Primary Industries Education Foundation Australia), Professor Jason Able (Head, School of Agriculture, Food & Wine, University of Adelaide), Andrew Baker (Principal, Marcus Oldham) and Donna Winfield (Development Officer, Longerenong Agricultural College). Other highlights included a three-course “Paddock to Plate” meal, along with ag-themed games, designed to spark conversation about careers in agriculture.
The event, hosted by Prince Alfred College, was attended by over 100 students in Years 9 to 12, including students from Loreto, Seymour, St Peter’s Girls, Walford and Wilderness.
“This is the first time PAC has done a specific Ag dinner like this, and we were delighted that the other schools have responded with such enthusiasm. We were booked out!”, says Monica Magann, Careers Counsellor. “The event was hugely valuable for the students who attended. Hopefully, this can become an annual event.”
If you would like to help create opportunities for students with an interest in primary industries and agriculture, please contact Helen Karapandzic, Director of Philanthropy on (08) 8334 1220.
