VegNET
The VegNET program is nationally coordinated by AUSVEG and delivered “on-the ground” by regional development officers (RDOs) in key vegetable-growing regions, who are responsible for developing and executing regional extension plans.
This includes identifying each region’s key priority issues and key regional resources and links - a critical step in ensuring growers receive assistance and information that meets their needs and will help them grow better crops and operate more efficient and profitable businesses.
Focus area for the VegNET project include:
- Regional Engagement.
- Working in Horticulture.
- Attracting Talent and Awareness of the Career Opportunities in Horticulture.
- Integration and Growing Systems.
- Local Strategic Development.
Regional Development Officer Southern Queensland
A deep-seated passion for the agricultural industry and a commitment to sharing his knowledge and skills, Darren Brown has taken on the role of Regional Development Officer working for Lockyer Valley Growers Inc.
Hailing from the Fassifern Valley, Darren grew up on a mixed farm (lucerne and cattle) where he developed an understanding of Agriculture. He later studied Agriculture at the University of Queensland, graduating with a Bachelor of Agricultural Science and a Masters of Agricultural Economic Studies.
Darren Brown
M: 0456 956 340
