Cody Townend

Program Manager

Cody brings a strong understanding of Tasmania’s agricultural sector and the challenges farmers face when planning for the future. With experience in commercial strategy, governance and risk management, he previously led corporate services at Tasmanian Irrigation, working alongside farmers and agricultural businesses across 18 irrigation schemes statewide.

A Chartered Accountant and MBA candidate, Cody is passionate about helping Tasmanian farmers build the skills, knowledge and confidence to navigate uncertainty, manage risk and strengthen their farm businesses for the long term. Based in Launceston, he works across the state to support the delivery of the Farm Business Resilience Program.

cody.townend@utas.edu.au

0427 291 321

Sarah Morrall

Industry Engagement Lead

Sarah brings a lifetime of hands-on farming experience, industry knowledge and business expertise to her role. With qualifications in Agricultural Science and Agribusiness Management, she understands both the practical realities of farming and the business decisions that help farm businesses thrive. Her career has spanned trade, logistics and supply chain management, as well as industry development and policy work with TasFarmers, where she worked closely with farmers, government and industry stakeholders.

Passionate about the future of Tasmanian agriculture and the people behind it, Sarah is committed to helping farmers find practical ways to strengthen their businesses and plan for the future. She works closely with farmers, facilitators and industry partners to create opportunities for learning and business improvement, recognising that every farm is different and that the best solutions are those that work for each farmer’s individual circumstances.

sarah.morrall@utas.edu.au

0447 770 945