This Award is a part of ALFA’s greater Recognition of Excellence Program, delivered on behalf of industry as one of several ways the lot feeding sector endeavours to recognise and celebrate individuals and businesses that strive for excellence.
The Australian Lot Feeders’ Association (ALFA) has selected six entrants as ALFA Young Lot Feeder Award 2023 Finalists who each bring a diverse range of expertise and dedication to the sector.
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Jacob Leak, Teys Australia – Jindalee NSW
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James Keatley, Teys Australia – Charlton VIC
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Maddison Fryer, Rangers Valley – Rangers Valley NSW
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Tahlijia Sheahan, Teys Australia – Charlton VIC
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Temeka Woosley, Bindaree Food Group – Myola NSW
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Timothy Brennan, NH Foods – Whyalla Beef NSW
The ALFA Young Lot Feeder of the Year Award serves as a platform to empower emerging industry leaders to contribute their innovative ideas and progressive vision to shape the future of lot feeding on a national scale.
The highly coveted prizes the winner receives include a $5,000 study bursary, which can be used towards undertaking a professional development course or an overseas study trip, and a prestigious grain fed beef industry scholarship to partake in the Australian Rural Leadership Foundation’s renowned TRAIL: for emerging leaders program, valued at $11,550.
The Australian Lot Feeders’ Association (ALFA) has embarked on its quest to identify the exceptional talent within the grain fed beef industry, with one outstanding individual set to receive the prestigious Young Lot Feeder of the Year award, proudly sponsored by Performance Feeds.
The accolade recognises and rewards those who exemplify passion, leadership, and a visionary outlook towards the future of lot feeding. Following an extensive first round of evaluation by the independent judging panel,
The Award’s core objective is to encourage participants to foster the qualities that allow them to be bold, embrace their creativity and think outside the box. By doing so, ALFA seeks to motivate participants to explore the vast potential of the Australian lot feeding industry and contribute to its ongoing growth and success.
ALFA President, Barb Madden, said it is always a very exciting time of year for ALFA to showcase the inspiring young talent in the industry.
“With each passing year, the level of talent attracted to this award is incredible to witness. It’s a testament to the progress we’re making in attracting, nurturing, and empowering exceptional individuals.”
This Award is a part of ALFA’s greater Recognition of Excellence Program, delivered on behalf of industry as one of several ways the lot feeding sector endeavours to recognise and celebrate individuals and businesses that strive for excellence.
“We extend our gratitude to long-standing sponsor and ALFA Platinum Member, Performance Feeds, for their ongoing support of the professional development of our sector’s rising talent.
Finalists now progress to a second judging round, including a face-to-face interview with the esteemed independent judging panel in August. The outcome of this round will determine the individuals who will progress as one of three distinguished Grand Finalists.
The winner will be announced at ALFA’s SmartBeef23 event, held at the Tamworth Regional Entertainment & Conference Centre (TRECC) on 11 October 2023.