The MacKillop Farm Management Group has appointed a new chief executive, with a local woman set to fill the role.


The group, which collaborates to deliver research and drive adoption for the benefit of members and the broadacre cropping and livestock industry across the Limestone Coast, western Victoria and beyond, will be led by Sally Klose.


Ms Klose replaces Meg Bell, who is leaving the role in February to start a family with her husband Owen.


Ms Klose has worked with MFMG for the previous two years in the Communications and Events Officer role.


She has extensive experience in governance, strategic planning, project management and community and stakeholder engagement.


In addition, Ms Klose and her husband Chris operate a prime lamb and beef business at Lucindale.


Ms Klose said she had broad networks throughout the community and hopes the wide skillset she brings to the role will be of benefit to MFMG’s members and to the agricultural community in the Limestone Coast.


“I’m passionate about and committed to the Limestone Coast and agriculture in the region,” she said.


“I’m looking forward to a new challenge and will build on Meg’s efforts ensuring MFMG is recognised as a farming systems group that serves its members and sponsors with a focus on both livestock and cropping in our region.”


Ms Bell started with MFMG in 2018 and is leaving the organisation in a good financial position with an extensive range of cropping and livestock projects under way, filling gaps in knowledge and extension.


“I have had such enjoyment from my time with MFMG and working for the best outcomes for our members, sponsors and the agricultural industry in our region,” she said.


“I wish Sally all the best with the role – she will do a wonderful job as chief executive and we’re lucky to have someone with her skillset as part of our organisation.”