Danny has been a commercial beekeeper for 15 years with Australian Bee Services (ABS) and is experienced in providing pollination services and honey production in South Australia. Danny has been involved in the primary industries his whole career with a strong background in agricultural science, RD&E and agribusiness consultancy. Throughout his career, Danny has successfully led and contributed to many research projects and has published scientific peer-reviewed papers. He currently is a non-executive director of AgriFutures Australia (formally RIRDC). He has previously volunteered in many industry roles over the years. Previously an executive member of Australian Honey Bee Industry Council (AHBIC) and a member of the Hort Innovation Expert Advisory Panel. Danny is also currently acting as AHBIC’s Chief Executive Officer. Danny’s holds a Bachelor of Applied Science from Melbourne University, Masters of Agribuisness from the University of Adelaide and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD). He is passionate about rural industries and in particular the honey bee industry.