A farm near Murray Bridge has been recognised at the 2024 Australian Organic Industry Awards.
Eldridge Fresh Organics in Sunnyside is one of the longest-running certified organic, family-owned farms in Australia.
Their business support manager Chelsea Eldridge has been named ‘Young Organic Leader of the Year’.
When accepting the award, she said she hopes the award inspires women to consider a career in agriculture.
“Working in the family business and contributing to a growing industry continues to be a dream come true for me,” she said.
“My Dad, Shane, has been an outstanding mentor and has always been there with practical advice, enabling me to proactively focus on the future growth and success of the business.”
Shane was also nominated for a ‘Farmer of the Year’ award for his work in helping to implement sustainable practices at the farm.
In a post about the award, the family said they are proud to have seen their daughter become a part of the business.
“We have seen her grow from a little girl sitting in the picking trolleys to a fully-fledged businesswoman who empowers those around her. We are so proud to have her as part of the Eldridge Team,” they wrote on LinkedIn.