Proud sponsors of the Australian Cotton Grower of the Year Field Day

January 24, 2026

We are proud to be sponsoring the Australian Cotton Grower of the Year Field Day hosted by Merrilong Agricultural Company, the 2025 Bayer Cotton Growers of the Year.

Registrations for the event, to be held at the Brownhill’s Spring Ridge property on Wednesday, 18 March, are now open.

The Field Day will include a farm tour, guest speakers, and a panel session featuring the Brownhill family, members of their advisory board, and key consultants to the business. Guests will have the opportunity to ask questions about farm management structures, team leadership, communication, and long-term business and succession planning.

Jock Brownhill said teamwork and shared decision-making are central to how the business operates.

“We work closely together as a team and divide responsibilities so we can collaboratively make decisions that ensure the farm’s success in the long term. Implementing an advisory board structure was a game-changer for Merrilong Agricultural Company and a key initiative we have brought through the business transition. This has allowed us to keep our focus on what’s happening on the farm day-to-day while also planning for the future.”

Hugh Brownhill said Merrilong Agricultural Company’s approach is built on teamwork and shared knowledge.

“We have a strong team of 13, and their experience and skill are central to our success,” he said.

“We work closely as a team and communicate regularly to make sure we are aligned to achieve our shared goals.”

Guests will also hear from the 2025 Agririsk High Achievers, Tyson and Rosie Armitage, and from Boggabri grower and Incitec Pivot Fertilisers Service to the Cotton Industry Award recipient, Andrew Watson.

These speakers will be complemented by guest speakers Tim Curtis and Ian Prior from Mettle Global, who will discuss leadership, teamwork, and resilience.

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