THE Red Meat Advisory Council has announced a new independent chair to take over from John McKillop, who was in the role for six years.

New RMAC chair Andrew Hendrson.

Producer and policy specialist Andrew Henderson has been selected for the role, with his networks and understanding of the workings in Canberra being one of his strongest suits.

Mr Henderson has held many industry roles including as a board member for Sheep Producers Australia, a director of Lambex and on working groups for the Integrity Systems Company and SAFEMEAT. He is also a senior fellow at the Australian Strategic Policy Institute.

Recently, he has been raising awareness of Australia;s precarious situation with food security and reliance on imports for key inputs like fertiliser and fuel.

RMAC board selection committee chair Garry Edwards congratulated Mr Henderson on his appointment saying there were a number of highly experienced and qualified candidates with strong credentials for the role.

“Andrew Henderson brings considerable skills and experience in agriculture, policy, regional and global supply chains, strategic planning and corporate governance. We have every confidence in his ability to ensure RMAC is positioned to meet the needs of its stakeholders.”

Mr Edwards said the Independent Chair would continue to focus RMAC’s activities as the strategic leader of the red meat industry on behalf of its Peak Industry Body members, ensuring positive outcomes for the whole red meat sector.

Mr Edwards also extended his congratulations to outgoing Chair Mr John McKillop for his key role in driving the sector’s strategy and growth.

• Mr Henderson will formerly assume the role of RMAC Chair on 1 November 2026.

Source: RMAC