Stuart takes the reins from Lockington farmer, Paul Weller, who served as FASC Chair from April 2024 – October 2025. Paul continues in the role of FASC Regional Director for Northern Victoria.
The report comes after the company a NZ$75 million expansion of butter production at the Clandeboye site to help meet growing global demand and improve product mix.
Since its first season in 2021/22, the farm has reduced its emissions intensity by 9.5% and absolute emissions by 23.5%.
Co-designed by the Co-operative, the programme will begin with a pilot in Waikato and Bay of Plenty, starting in early 2026.
The final votes on the divestment were cast at a virtual Special Meeting.