Alastair is highly respected across the Australian beef industry for his passion, commitment, knowledge and technical ability. With 17 years working as an extension officer with NSW DPI Alastair worked closely with producers, marketers and processors to improve productivity, sustainability and profitability across the beef supply chain.As Principal of RaynerAg, Alastair brings these skills and reputation to offer a unique and focussed service for producers and industry organisations seeking to get ahead in their agricultural businesses.Alastair possesses outstanding communication and presentation skills, which are invaluable in understanding his client’s needs and working to achieve positive outcomes across many beef enterprises. A highly skilled public speaker Alastair is frequently sought after to present at field days, seminars and conferences. His high level planning and organisational skills have been employed to plan and conduct state and national technical conferences for organisations such as the Beef Improvement Association of Australia. Alastair’s leadership skills are well recognised and valued across numerous organisations. As a trained Firefighter and Deputy Captain with Fire & Rescue NSW he has been trained to lead and motivate highly skilled professional firefighters. His leadership and motivational skills have been invaluable in roles such as NSW DPI Flood Incident controller, and have been endorsed through national roles such as Senior Vice President of the Beef Improvement Association.In 2010 Alastair's passion and committment to agriculture and to the Australian beef industry have been recognised through his nomination and election to the Council of the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW.Alastair is a proven industry leader with strong skills in problem solving, communication and industry expertise. He intends to bring his passion and skills to any undertaking to achieve the optimal outcomes for the Australian beef industry.