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Join us for a panel discussion where we will explore innovative strategies and practices that can revolutionise the agricultural sector's approach to sustainability.
In an era marked by environmental challenges and the urgent need for resource conservation, the circular economy framework offers promising solutions for creating a more resilient and eco-friendly agricultural system.
Our esteemed panellists, comprising experts from diverse backgrounds, will explore practical applications and potential benefits of adopting circular economy principles in agriculture.
Attendees will gain valuable insights into how circular economy principles can drive innovation, foster collaboration, and create new opportunities. From reducing waste and maximising resource efficiency to promoting regenerative practices and enhancing food security, this panel promises to uncover the untapped potential of the circular economy in agriculture.
*Please note that a general admission ticket to Primex is required to attend this event. Get your tickets here: Primex Tickets
Meet our Panellists:
Moderator: Professor Dirk Erler
Faculty of Science and Engineering, Southern Cross University
Professor Dirk Erler supervises both undergraduate and postgraduate students, and serves as a unit assessor for Aquatic Science and Catchment Management, and Water and Wastewater Engineering. His research is broadly divided along two lines: understanding aquatic nutrient cycling in natural systems, and developing strategies to improve nutrient/energy recovery in engineered systems. He is also The ReCirculator’s Chief Investigator, and serves on The ReCirculator Program Advisory Board.
Jane Laverty
Regional Director, Business NSW
As both an independent consultant and in leadership roles for Government agencies, Jane has worked within the Northern Rivers region for nearly two decades. During this time she’s collaborated with business and industry clients, Local and State Government and the not-for-profit sector to promote investment in regional Australia to build local economies and create jobs. Currently the Regional Director Northern Rivers with Business NSW, Jane also serves on The ReCirculator Program Advisory Board.
John Winter
Co-founder, SEATA
A renowned chemical engineer with more than 25 years' experience, John is SEATA’s Co-founder, Director Engineering and Technical, and the inventor of the patented SEATA process. He is also the current principal of Roundhill Engineering. John has been involved with the development of a number of minerals benefication technologies, including high and low temperature fluid bed roasting, calcination, agglomeration, coal gasification and pyrohdrolysis.
Dr Owen Hogan
Lecturer - Faculty of Business, Law and Arts, Southern Cross University
Dr Owen Hogan is a lecturer in strategy, human-centred design, innovation and entrepreneurship at Southern Cross University. He has extensive professional experience across music, agriculture, government and higher education and founded two successful businesses in the creative industries. Owen’s multi-disciplinary research focuses on enabling innovation ecosystems that address grand challenges and co-create new value for society.
Mr Alasdair Lawrence
Waste and Resource Recovery Manager, Richmond Valley Council
Alasdair Lawrence has extensive experience in all facets of waste and resource recovery, and has a special interest in opportunities generated by diverting recovered materials from landfill to end markets. Alasdair is well known throughout the Northern Rivers region through his current role as Waste and Recovery Manager for the Richmond Valley Council.
Where to find us
The Richmond Valley Events Centre is an 80 acre site, located at Casino in the heart of the Northern Rivers. The facility offers multiple use grounds for functions, livestock sales, events, concerts, exhibitions and practical workshop opportunities with multi-functional facilities and wide range of indoor and outdoor space and carparking.