March 6, 2018
Four finalists have been announced for the prestigious 2018 AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award.
Agriculture Minister Mark Furner congratulated the four women:
- Janne Dipple, founder of FarmReady Pty Ltd, Morton Vale
- Sonia Ghiggioli, organic farmer, wine maker and artisanal cheese maker, Agnes Water
- Fiona Lake, agricultural photographer and owner of a rural advocacy business, Hermit Park
- Krista Watkins, co-founder and Managing Director of Natural Evolutions Food, Walkamin.
“The AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award acknowledges the essential role that women play in developing rural industries, businesses and communities,” Mr Furner said.
“The award aims to support and inspire the next generation of female leaders across Australia.
“The finalists, who were chosen from a highly competitive field, exemplify the breadth and depth of the talent and dedication of the women working in Queensland agriculture.”
The Queensland winner, which will be announced on March 22, will receive a $10,000 bursary to support their project.
State and Territory winners will then compete for the Australian Rural Women’s Award title on September 12, with the national winner receiving an additional $10,000 to contribute to her project.
