Charlie Mort joins Rural Aid to support Australian farmers
Charlie Mort, Executive Chairman of one of Queensland’s most prominent agribusinesses, has joined Rural Aid as a Patron alongside current Patron Gina Rinehart AO.
Founded in 1997 as a custom-feeding venture for cattle producer clients, Mort & Co has grown over almost three decades into Australia’s largest privately held lotfeeding business and a significant force in the nation’s beef supply chain.
Mr Mort said he was proud to support Rural Aid in a formal capacity and to contribute to an organisation working directly with farming families across the country.
“Australian farmers have always operated under the pressure of climate variability, rising costs and global market uncertainty,” said Mr Mort.
“What we are currently experiencing as a result of the war in Iran, with fuel and fertiliser shortages, is just one example of how agricultural businesses are often forced to adjust and innovate simply to remain viable – regardless of global volatility.”
“Rural Aid plays an important role in stepping in when communities are facing challenges. I’ve always admired their on the ground, practical support and I am pleased to be able to support that work and the people behind it.”
Rural Aid Chair Alex Hutton said Mr Mort’s appointment comes at a time of sustained demand for support across rural Australia and reflects the strength of leadership backing the organisation.
“Charlie brings deep experience across the agricultural sector and a clear understanding of the realities facing farming communities,” said Mr Hutton.
“His appointment strengthens Rural Aid’s capacity not only to support farmers on the ground, but to continue building strong advocacy for rural communities at a national level.”
Mr Mort joins Gina Rinehart AO as a Patron of Rural Aid, strengthening senior leadership support for the organisation and its work alongside farming communities across Australia.
The addition of Mr Mort builds on this foundation, bringing together two of Australia’s most prominent agribusiness leaders as Patrons of Rural Aid and reinforcing growing support from across the agricultural sector for its work with farming communities nationwide.
About Rural Aid:
Rural Aid is Australia’s leading charity supporting farmers, their families and rural communities. Rural Aid delivers practical assistance during drought, fire, flood and other disasters, helping farming families stay on the land and protect their livelihoods. Through disaster relief, mental health support and community development programs, Rural Aid works with partners, supporters and volunteers to strengthen rural communities and ensure farmers have the support they need to recover, rebuild and remain connected.
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