Meet the new team

New team at the top to lead Women in Agriculture Scotland

Heather Wildman and Carole Brunton have been appointed as Chair and Vice Chair respectively of Women in Agriculture Scotland (WiAS) and will lead the organisation’s work to create a more progressive, successful, and inclusive industry.

Appointed at the recent Annual General Meeting, both Heather and Carole said they want their combined experience to help shape the focus of WiAS through the delivery of various regional events and workshops.

Based in Dumfries and Galloway, Heather has over 26 years’ experience of working with both farmers and agricultural stakeholders across the UK to meet industry challenges and changes head on. She became a RHASS Director in 2019 and in 2012 completed a Nuffield Farming scholarship on the topic: ‘Communication – influencing and motivating change’.

“I feel honoured to be elected Chair of Women in Ag Scotland, especially during a time when our agricultural industry has undergone an unprecedented upheaval in recent years and there are tough challenges ahead.

“For us to truly rise to these challenges, I believe the work of groups, such as WiAS, will become more important. During 2023, our focus will be to continue to build on the fantastic work the committee