Mick Bartlett’s aim in leading SRA is to enhance productivity, sustainability and profitability for sugar producers, millers and associated stakeholders within the Australian sugarcane community. His appointment marks a new era for SRA as it continues to support the industry through cutting-edge research and practical solutions.

Mr Bartlett brings a wealth of experience and expertise, having spent more than two decades in senior leadership positions within the commercial agricultural and research sectors across four continents. With extensive significant achievements in driving innovation and sustainability within the agricultural industry, Mr Bartlett’s leadership has been characterised by a strong commitment to research and development.

In his experience as Global Director of Operations at the International Rice Research Institute, based in Philippines, Mr Bartlett was responsible for providing governance, due diligence, resource allocation, monitoring and control of research and operational initiatives in 21 countries.