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This section lists industry people who have made a significant contribution to the achievements and success of agriculture in South Australia and Australia. Where information is available from a readily available source, a link is provided.

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Andrews, Grant Edward 1933 - 2017

Grant was a farmer who, because of his extensive experience in wheat and wool, became general secretary of the United Farmers and Graziers of SA following the amalgamation of various farmer organisations, having previously served on some of those organisations. He represented the farming industry in SA for some 25 years with his strong lobbying and organisational skills and was well respected.

Image: The Advertiser

Angas, Sir John Keith 1900 - 1977

Active as a director on the boards of many companies associated with agriculture in South Australia, but did not play a direct or major role in developing SA's agricultural industries.

Image: State Library of SA SRG 206/61/21

Angas, John Howard 1823 - 1904

Pastoralist, politician and philanthropist who was a significant developer of pastoral properties and accomplished livestock breeder.

Image: SLSA Image B5559 1890

Angove, OAM, Thomas William 1917 - 2010

Thomas Angove was a significant leader in the wine and brandy industry. He was managing director of Angove Family Winemakers from 1947 to 1983. He rapidly expanded the company, including into the Riverland, and was innovative in storage and packaging. He is credited with inventing the wine cask.

Image: Angove Family

Arney, Jeffrey Thomas 1949 - 2014

Jeff was a successful farmer who became a well respected leader in the State’s agricultural industry. He was a member and later Chairman of the Advisory Board of Agriculture, was an active member of the SA Farmers Federation, President of the Grains Council of Australia and on several national and international cereal research boards. He was a keen promoter of research and extension for the benefit of the broader industry.

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Ashby, Graham Edward Mayfield 1937 - 2016

Graham grew up in a prominent farming family and became a top cattle and sheep breeder. He was in demand as a judge at State, National and International levels. With his brother Brian he ran the Bundaleer stud. He was President of the Shorthorn Society at State and National levels.

Image: Stock Journal

Auld, William George 1868 - 1926

Wine and spirits merchant who established Auldana Wines. Was a President of the SA Vine Growers Association for a number of years, a key advocate for introduction of the Phylloxera Act, and was the initial secretary of the Phylloxera Board.

Image: trove.nla.gov.au: The Register, Monday 7 January 1924, p 6

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Badman, Lance Collis 1915 - 2012

Lance grew up at Yacka, the son of wheat and sheep farmers and served in the RAAF during WW2. After discharge, he settled at Wrattonbully and farmed there for many years, being an integral part of a self sufficient farming community.

Image: The Advertiser

Bagot, Edward Meade (Ned) 1822 - 1886

Stock agent, pastoralist, tallow manufacturer, mining investor and entrepreneur, and contractor for construction of a section of the Overland Telegraph.

Image: SLSA Image B6126 1884

Bagot, George Wallwall 1858 - 1919

Successfully grew the large family stock and station business developed by his father (Edward Meade Bagot).

Image: SLSA Image B57355 1910

Bagshaw, John Stokes 1808 - 1888

Initially a millwright, he developed an agricultural machinery business building ploughs, harvesting, winnowing, drilling and pumping equipment. He built the first grain stripper with John Ridley. The family business was merged with JH Horwood in 1924 to form Horwood Bagshaw.

Image: SLSA Image B6987 1885

Bailey, Robert 1842 - 1918

Large pastoralist in Belalie North district.

Image: Cyclopedia of South Australia

Baker, John 1813 - 1872

Pastoralist and parliamentarian. An early grazier, miner, livestock trader and entrepreneur. John Baker founded the Chamber of Commerce and was its first Chairman. He was also SA's second Premier, and was heavily involved with the Agricultural and Horticultural Society, and participated in selecting the site for Adelaide's Botanic Gardens.

Image: SLSA Image B11286-1-10 1885

Baker, Dale Spehr 1939 - 2012

Dale was a leading primary producer in the South East of South Australia, specialising in beef cattle and flower production. He was an industry leader in native and exotic flower production. He was elected as the Member for MacKillop in 1985 and was the Leader of the Liberal Party between 1990 and 1992. Dale held the position of Minister for Primary Industries between 1993 and 1995.

Image: ABC

Barton, Ian McRae 1933 - 2005

Ian Barton commenced his career as a stock man and station manager in the Northern Territory before returning to South Australia and establishing a water drilling business that grew into a major earth moving company. He also established a race horse stud of significance.

Image: The Advertiser

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