Honorary Accreditee | Nov 2024

A permaculturist from the 1980’s, Rowe is based in the Blue Mountains of NSW and is internationally known for her analysis and design of productive environments. 

Trained in agricultural science, rural sociology, development, and horticulture, Rowe realised the need for an alternative to conventional agricultural practices after spending time in Africa. Since then, she has worked globally in countries where refugees are diminished by war and, increasingly, global climate change - including East Timor, Afghanistan, Cambodia, Iraq, Solomon Islands, Uganda, and Vietnam.

Honorary Accreditee | Nov 2024

Tim grew up at ‘Lana’, a 3350-ha sheep and cattle grazing property, and a registered Wildlife Refuge since 1968, about 20 km west of Uralla, near Armidale, NSW. Described as being “decades ahead of his time”, Tim was an early adopter of holistic management and a pioneer of ecological agriculture in Australia. 

Tim’s aim is for ‘Lana’ to be an ecologically balanced environment, supporting chemical-free wool and meat production while reducing reliance on fertilisers, land clearing, and energy consumption. In 2022, ‘Lana’ was accredited by Responsible Wool Standards, recognising that their wool is produced with the highest regard for animal welfare and ethics and environmentally sound landscape practices. 

Honorary Accreditee | Nov 2024

Dr Mary Cole has lived a life dedicated to caring for the land with respect and reverence. Her commitment to farming free of synthetic chemicals dates back 56 years, and her vast knowledge in biological soil health, agriculture, and environmental science is demonstrated through her influential work as an educator, consultant, and researcher.

In 1980, Mary founded Agpath Pty Ltd, an agricultural consulting company promoting ecologically responsible farming practices. Her work prioritises real-world solutions over academic theory, focusing on tangible outcomes that benefit both the environment and agricultural productivity.

Honorary Accreditee | Nov 2024

Martin is the 3rd generation to farm at ‘Jillamatong’, near Braidwood on the Southern Tablelands of NSW, where he has been implementing regenerative practices and philosophies for almost fifty years. By adopting a holistic approach, and focusing on water, biodiversity, and fertility, Martin has doubled his productivity, decreased his costs, and increased resistance and resilience on the property. 

The farm features native forests and managed timber sources, supplies native grass seed to local councils for regeneration projects, and produces prime lamb, beef, truffles, yabbies, organic fertilizers, and bio-stimulants. Martin reports that they have not experienced drought or floods at Jillamatong since installing leaky weirs and a chain of ponds, both reinstating ecological function in the landscape.

Perhaps the most impactful change Martin has made over the decades has been his mindset. He is a firm believer in biodiversity in everything, including thinking, and continues to challenge traditional perspectives. Martin seeks out the change-makers, learns from them, and shares his knowledge via his farm tours and educational centre, Tombarra. He has been a Director on The Mulloon Institute Board, a member of the NSW Landcare Council, and looks forward to initiating more regenerative research and development projects in the agricultural sector.

Application Accreditee | May 2025

Bio to come

Application Accreditee | May 2025

Bio to come