Mr
Tom Ward
Technical Officer
My role in the department
Tom is the newest member at the Manjimup Horticultural Research Institute, having commenced in September 2022.
Tom is a great all rounder, who supports the national apple breeding program by maintaining the apple orchard, assisting with various orchard tasks and farm operations.
My background
Originally a dairy farmer, Tom changed careers about 10 years ago when he commenced with the Forest Products Commission (FPC) in the Native Seed Division, which later amalgamated to the FPC Nursery. Tom’s tasks included native seed harvesting, native seed orchard maintenance, and caring for pine and native seedlings.
Tom is also a local farmer, which keeps him busy when he’s not at work.
Projects
- National apple breeding program
Key Expertise
Apple breeding program, Orchard maintenance, Farm operations
My articles
Thursday, 17 November 2022 - 12:17pm
Monday, 6 February 2023 - 4:32pm
Thursday, 8 September 2022 - 3:10pm
Wednesday, 7 September 2022 - 2:31pm
Wednesday, 7 September 2022 - 11:04am