MANAGING DIRECTOR
Robert has over a decade of farm and agribusiness experience across vegetable, dairy, oilseed and processing industries. Prior to founding West Pine in 2018, Robert worked with a multinational agribusiness developing commercial strategies and managing stakeholder relationships in substantial capital works and environmental programs. Robert is passionate about global agricultural development and innovation, particularly the adoption of renewable energy and carbon reduction opportunities for agri-food businesses.
With his academic and professional background in agronomy and plant science, Robert manages all aspects of West Pine’s farming operations. With excellent research, analytical, technical skills and commercial nous, he also leads consulting projects related to capital works, water, soil, energy and environmental impact.
Robert holds a Bachelor of Agricultural Science (Hons) and Master of Agribusiness. In 2017 he was awarded a Nuffield scholarship, completing a feasibility study into sugar beet production in south-eastern Australia.

CARBON ACCOUNTING ADVISOR
Emily brings a wealth of experience from her work in public practice on Tasmania's northwest coast, where she has primarily focused on business advisory, tax, and accounting. In recent years, her career has shifted towards carbon accounting, where she helps businesses accurately quantify their carbon emissions in alignment with the GHG Protocol.
Driven by a passion for sustainability, Emily thrives on partnering with businesses to not only understand their emissions but also to uncover strategic opportunities for reducing their environmental impact.

PROJECT OFFICER - SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE
Robbie recently completed a Master's in Agricultural Science, specialising in Food Production Sustainability, building on his undergraduate degree in Agricultural Economics.

Robbie is interested in sustainable food systems, emerging farm technologies, and climate-smart adaptations to reduce agricultural emissions.

ADVISOR
Hannah has diverse experience in agricultural policy, ag-tech application, and commercial transaction execution. She has worked with an array of agri-food businesses to execute change, implement sustainable processes and procedures, and capitalise on opportunities for business and impact growth.
Hannah is passionate about sustainable, ethical food and fibre production and the intersection of agriculture, environment and public health.
Hannah holds a Bachelor of Arts (Global), Bachelor of Commerce and Master of Agricultural Sciences.