About Us

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Our expertise and innovations

With a history embedded in development of temperate forage varieties and grass endophytes, Grasslanz has continued to expand into new research areas, remaining at the forefront of developing and bringing to market cutting edge plant and microbe technologies.

With our unique understanding of both research and application, we are committed to harnessing the potential of plant biotechnology and that includes exploring opportunities beyond traditional agricultural practices.

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Our mission and goals

At Grasslanz, our overarching goal is to empower farmers through the use of our proprietary seed-based, microbial and bio-technologies.

By providing the primary industry with our predominantly seed based technologies, we equip farmers and growers with real solutions. Solutions that reduce the reliance on synthetic chemicals directly impact productivity and efficiency while also fostering a more sustainable and environmentally-friendly approach to agriculture.

Meet our Team

The expertise of our team powers the growth and success of our business.

Megan Skiffington
Megan Skiffington

Chief Executive Officer megan.skiffington@grasslanz.com

John Caradus
John Caradus

Chief Technology Officer
john.caradus@grasslanz.com

Trevor Mitchell
Trevor Mitchell

Financial Accountant
trevor.mitchell@grasslanz.com

Nicola Peretini
Nicola Peretini

Executive Assistant 
nicola.peretini@grasslanz.com

Bruce Belgrave
Bruce Belgrave

Business Development Manager
bruce.belgrave@grasslanz.com

Tony Stratton
Tony Stratton

Business Development Manager
tony.stratton@grasslanz.com

Tim Chapman
Tim Chapman

Business Development Manager
tim.chapman@grasslanz.com

Charlotte Burgess
Charlotte Burgess

IP and Commercial Manager
charlotte.burgess@grasslanz.com

Regan Baxter
Regan Baxter

Seed Production Team Leader
regan.baxter@grasslanz.com

Mick Dyksma
Mick Dyksma

Seed Production Senior Technologist 
mick.dyksma@grasslanz.com

Katie Brereton
Katie Brereton

Seed Production Technologist
katherine.brereton@grasslanz.com

Elan Lavery
Elan Lavery

Seed Production Technical Assistant
elan.lavery@grasslanz.com

Mark Stoop
Mark Stoop

Seed Legumes Nursery Assistant
mark.stoop@grasslanz.com

Lisa Wood
Lisa Wood

Wheat Breeder
lisa.wood@grasslanz.com

Summer Interns
Summer Interns

hired from November - February yearly

Casual Staff
Casual Staff

employed throughout the year on a as-needed basis

Meet our Board

Our governing members drive Grasslanz Technology’s strategic direction.

Ian Boddy
Ian Boddy

Chairman

Libby Harrison
Libby Harrison

Board Member

Matt Wilson
Matt Wilson

Board Member

Collaborating to create sustainable value

We are proud to partner with some of the most innovative names in the industry.

Partner with the leaders in plant and microbial technologies

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