We are owned by a combination of public and private research and development agencies whose aim is to deliver value to growers, the grains industry and the broader community.

Our shareholders are:

Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC)

One of the world's leading grains research organisations, responsible for planning, investing in and overseeing research, development, and extension to deliver improvements in productivity, sustainability and profitability across the Australian grains industry. The GRDC is a statutory cooperation, founded in 1990, under the Primary Industries Research and Development Act (1989).

Limagrain (Vilmorin & Cie)

An international agricultural cooperative group, specialising in the breeding, production and distribution of field crop seeds, vegetable seeds, and the production and distribution of cereal products. Founded and managed by French farmers, Limagrain is the fourth largest seed company in the world. Limagrain is also the largest wheat breeding company in the world and a major investor in research and development in field crops.

Primary Industries South Australia

The department of Primary Industries of South Australia is responsible for maintaining the prosperity of the state’s primary industries and regions. They provide support to agriculture within the state, helping it to grow sustainably.

University of Adelaide

A world class tertiary education and research institution committed to delivering high quality and distinct learning, teaching and research experiences. The University of Adelaide is both an Australian and international leader in teaching and research in agriculture and in particular, the plant sciences.

Our board of directors

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Travis Dillon

Chairman

  • Representing GRDC

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Erin Gorter

Board Member

  • Representing GRDC

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Laurent Wilsdorf

Board Member

  • Representing Limagrain (Vilmorin & Cie)

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Rogerio Andrade

Board Member

  • Representing Limagrain (Vilmorin & Cie)

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Matthew Gilliham

Board Member

  • Representing University of Adelaide

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Natalie Johnston

Board Member

  • South Australian Government (PIRSA)

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Roseanne Healy

Board Member

  • Representing GRDC