Colin has over 45 years’ experience in the agribusiness sector managing both private and corporate operations in the UK, Russia and Georgia.
His experience extends from very large scale “broad acre” crop production working with Black Earth Farming as Regional Director managing over 100,000 Hectares of cereal and root crop production with irrigation.
More recently Colin has been producing high value crops particularly in the nut sector with Ferrero Hazelnut Company responsible for all day-to-day operations on 4,000 Hectares of Hazelnut plantations and contract purchasing from 3rd party out-growers too.
Colin is actively involved in sustainable environmental projects focusing on regenerative ideas, water course management, carbon footprint monitoring and general improvement of natural habit retention with a view to increasing the natural capital value of specific sites.
Colin’s drive is to continuously improve business performance both financially and through operational excellence using modern technology and data driven management systems.
Team building and development are one of the greatest keys to business success and a high priority in his management approach.
In recognition of Colin’s work and results he has received national awards in the UK and Russia. His business network is extremely large and diverse which by association he is able to support future business ventures for any company.
Colin shares his time between the UK and Georgia, so he is well place logistically to cover many geographical areas
He speaks English and has a good understanding of both written and spoken Russian Language.
Very large scale broad acre crop production
High value crop production
Uses most modern technology to drive performance
Project Management and a great team network