08/10/2026
GrainGrowers has today announced Chief Executive Officer Shona Gawel has resigned and will finish with the organisation prior to Christmas, with a recruitment process for her successor already under way.
Chair Rhys Turton thanked Ms Gawel for her extraordinary contribution and leadership to the grains sector, including successfully leading the industry through a particularly challenging year in 2026, and wished her all the best in her new role.
"The introduction of a membership class for SFOs within GrainGrowers, confirmed at yesterday’s AGM, is an example of how Shona has led positive evolution within our business for members’ benefit,” he said.
Ms Gawel said: “It has been an honour and a privilege to serve as CEO of GrainGrowers. I am deeply grateful for the support of our board and our wonderful members across the country."
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