Soil Scientist

Cecile de Klein was particularly fascinated with biology and went to the University of Utrecht to study.

She “didn’t have a mapped-out plan” and soon her path and passion were diverted by landscape ecology and agricultural science.

“There were issues around the environmental impact of agriculture,” she says, “and we were working witha group of farmers around effluent in those years. We helped them define problems or pressure points and what they could do to improve how they use their effluent.”

Christine Christensen describes herself as an all around general agriculturalist; a researcher, a farmer, a leader, and an advocate. Growing up on a sheep and deer farm in Central Southland, she always had an active interest in the farm and rural sector..

Originally Christine wanted to be a rural vet, so attended Massey University upon leaving school. However, after being unsuccessful at the vet gig she embarked on a Bachelor of Applied Science majoring in Agriculture. Leading to a 1st class Honours degree. Her research project focussing on finishing lambs on summer crops.

Agronomist

Are you a people person with an interest in the environment?

Do you want to get the most of the food crops we produce?

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Environmental Planner

Are you interested in sustainability and improving/preserving the natural environment?

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Food Technologist

Are you innovative and interested in the science of food?

Do you have the next wonder food in mind?

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Farm Manager

Do you work well in a team and want to work outdoors?

Are animals your thing? Or handling new technology?

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