Inside AgForce’s New Restructure: What It Means for Producers with AgForce CEO Niki Ford

AgForce has recently undergone a major organisational restructure — designed to ensure the organisation remains modern, financially sustainable and ready to support Queensland producers into the future.

In this episode of Yarns from the Paddock, host Sam Fryer sits down with AgForce CEO Niki Ford to unpack the thinking behind the restructure and what it means for members across the state.

Niki explains why the change was necessary, how the new business units will operate, and how AgForce is positioning itself to continue delivering strong advocacy, industry leadership and member services in an increasingly complex agricultural landscape.

In this conversation we explore:

• Why AgForce needed to modernise its structure
• The key changes introduced through the restructure
• The importance of reconnecting with grassroots members across Queensland
• How new business units will improve efficiency and accountability
• The growing role of education, training and workforce development in agriculture
• Why collaboration across industry organisations is becoming more important
• How AgForce plans to tell agriculture’s story more effectively
• What members can expect to see from the organisation moving forward

Nikki also shares her vision for the next phase of AgForce — strengthening the organisation’s financial sustainability, expanding engagement with producers, and ensuring Queensland agriculture continues to have a strong and credible voice.

🌾 Yarns from the Paddock is proudly brought to you by AgForce Queensland, advocating for sustainable and profitable agriculture across the state.

🔗 To learn more about AgForce’s work — or to become a member — visit:
 https://www.agforceqld.org.au