Geoff Downie

Simplot Australia Pty Ltd

Simplot Australia is an agricultural and food manufacturing business, employing almost 2,000 people across Australia and New Zealand and operates five manufacturing facilities. We are trusted as a leading provider of quality, sustainable, and nourishing food for the ever-changing needs of consumers and customers in Australia, New Zealand and chosen Asia pacific growth markets. As a business, we pride ourselves on building long-term partnerships with Australian farmers and our supply chain, investing in our people, and building mutually beneficial relationships with our customers. The Simplot Australia story began in 1995 when the J.R. Simplot Company expanded into Australia, acquiring iconic brands like Birds Eye, Leggo's, Chiko and Edgell. Today we are a uniquely diverse business that includes vegetable, seafood and sauce manufacturing operations that supply frozen, shelf-stable andchilled products to retailers and foodservice customers. Whatever the occasion our iconic and loved brands have been an integral part of Australian life for generations. Some of our brands have long histories that reach back more than 100 years. At Simplot Australia, we' are inspired by our mission of Bringing Earth's Resources to Life, which enables us to deliver on our company purpose and Contribute to Feeding our World.