My name is Hanlie Lubbe, and I am studying a Bachelor of Rural Science, at the University of New England. I am from Hodgson Vale just outside of Toowoomba, QLD.
Born in South Africa, I immigrated to Texas, QLD, when I was 5 years old. I spent my childhood growing up on my family’s beef cattle property and this instigated my passion for the agricultural industry. After graduating high school, I have worked for a genetics company, Neogen & a breed society, Australian Wagyu Association. This has brought to life my passion for the science behind agriculture and the many opportunities we have to increase our productivity.
It has been through my gap year, several work experiences and job opportunities that I have further narrowed my passion to genetics & nutrition, specifically in relation to the red meat industry. I am passionate about the many opportunities Australian agriculture has to progress, and develop innovative ways to produce the high quality our produce is renowned for. I am specifically interested in the genetic and nutritional developments and hope to work in these fields when I graduate. I hope that throughout my career I am able to be a positive role model to those younger than me and encourage them to take the many opportunities the Australian agricultural industry provides with both hands.
I am immensely grateful for the opportunities brought by this scholarship. I look forward to growing in my knowledge of the industry alongside like-minded individuals and being mentored by those already making their marks on the industry. I am eager for the opportunity to be working with FMC Australasia, learning about their company and broadening my horizons to understand their industry further. I hope through our partnership, I will grow in understanding of areas of the industry I did not previously consider as potential career avenues.