FarmX

Sally Dakis 

Partner Richmond Cherries & Peonies

Sally grew up in a horticultural farming family and has spent more than 30 years working in rural media, including with the ABC's rural programs. For the past 20 years, she and her husband Chris have farmed cherries and cut flowers in Tasmania's Coal River Valley. Sally will lead the panel discussion, exploring future climate projections, climate-informed investment decisions, and the practical considerations for farmers planning for the years ahead.

Dr Tomas Remenyi

Founding Director; Climate Science Translator

Dr Tom Remenyi is a climate services specialist who helps businesses and communities turn complex climate science into practical, actionable decisions. With experience delivering more than 80 projects across agriculture, energy, tourism and natural hazards, Tom is known for making climate information relevant, accessible and useful.

Stuart Whatling

Area Manager at Rabobank

Stuart Whatling is the Area Manager for Rabobank Tasmania, leading the agribusiness bank's agricultural lending and banking operations across the state, including offices in Hobart, Launceston, and Devonport.

Georgie Burbury

Director/Manager Burbury Ag Pty Ltd

Georgie is a lamb producer from Tasmania’s Northern Midlands, farming with her husband Richard near Campbell Town. With experience across feedlots, mixed farming and agricultural leadership, she is a passionate advocate for Tasmania’s red meat industry and has held several key producer and committee roles.