Elders Limited (ASX:ELD)

Supporting Australia's farmers and rural communities since 1839.

About Us

Elders Limited, established in 1839, is a leading Australian agribusiness serving rural communities. It offers services in livestock trading, wool production, real estate, financial services, farm supplies, and insurance. Known for its extensive real estate network and partnerships with financial institutions, Elders is committed to sustainability and innovation. By investing in research and development, the company helps farmers achieve productivity and sustainability goals, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the agribusiness sector.

Company Overview

Elders Limited, headquartered in Adelaide, South Australia, is a well-established agribusiness with a history spanning over 180 years. The company operates across Australia, New Zealand, China, Hong Kong, and Indonesia, offering a diversified portfolio of services through its Rural Services, Real Estate, Insurance, and Home Loans divisions. The Rural Services division is central to Elders' operations, providing essential support to farmers through livestock trading, wool handling, agronomy services, and agricultural technology.

The Real Estate division manages residential and rural property sales, while the Insurance and Financial Services divisions offer tailored solutions to protect and grow clients' assets. Elders is committed to enhancing the productivity and sustainability of its clients' operations, ensuring long-term success in the agricultural sector.

Board & Management

Mark Allison

Mark Allison

Managing Director

Mr Allison joined Elders Limited as a Non-Executive Director in November 2009, serving as Chairman and Executive Chairman, before being appointed Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer in May 2014. 

Mark’s 43-year agribusiness career spans technical, manufacturing, supply and distribution roles and businesses. Previous roles include Managing Director/CEO of GrainGrowers Limited, Jeminex Limited, Farmoz Pty Ltd, Wesfarmers Landmark Limited, Wesfarmers CSBP Limited, CropCare Australasia Pty Ltd and General Manager of Incitec Fertilisers. 

Ian Wilton

Ian Wilton

Chairman

Appointed Chair on 11 September 2019 and Non-Executive Director since 2014, Mr Wilton is also Chair (appointed 11 September 2019) of the Work Health and Safety Committee and Nomination and Prudential Committee.

Mr Wilton is a member of the Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee (former Chair) and the Remuneration and Human Resources Committee.

Mr Wilton is an experienced non-executive director and former senior executive with extensive knowledge of the agricultural sector. He has held Chief Financial Officer positions with Ridley Corporation Limited, CSR Sugar and GrainCorp Limited. 

Robyn Clubb

Robyn Clubb

Non-Executive Director

A Non-Executive Director since September 2015, Ms Clubb is Chair of the Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee (appointed 11 September 2019) and a member of the Remuneration and Human Resources Committee (former Chair), the Work Health and Safety Committee and the Nomination and Prudential Committee.

Ms Clubb is an experienced Non-Executive Director, a Chartered Accountant and Senior Fellow of the Finance and Securities Institute of Australia. 

She has over 20 years’ experience as a senior executive in the financial services industry, working for organisations including AMP Limited and Citibank Limited.

Ms Clubb is currently a Director of Craig Mostyn Holdings Pty Ltd (since Feb 2017, retiring Dec 2 022), Chair of the Australian Wool Exchange Limited (since Aug 2016, retiring Nov 2022), Chair of ProTen Limited (Director since Apr 2019), Non-Executive Director of Essential Energy (since Apr 2018), Chair of FCFA Leasing Limited (Director since Aug 2021) and a Director of Australia Post (since Sept 2022).

Raelene Murphy

Raelene Murphy

Non-Executive Director

Non-Executive Director since January 2021, Ms Murphy is a member of the Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee, Remuneration and Human Resources Committee, Work Health and Safety Committee and Nomination and Prudential Committee.

Ms Murphy holds a Bachelor of Business (Accounting), is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants and a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. She also has many years’ experience as a senior executive, having previously been the CEO of The Delta Group and Managing Director of 333 Management.

Ms Murphy has strong Non-Executive Director experience in the Australian listed company environment, across a range of industry sectors.

Her current ASX non-executive director roles are at Bega Cheese Limited (since June 2015), Integral Diagnostics Limited (since Oct 2017) and Altium Limited (since Sept 2016, retiring Nov 2022) and Tabcorp Holdings Limited (since Aug 2022). Ms Murphy was also previously a non-executive director of Clean Seas Seafood Limited (July 2018-Oct 2020).

John Lloyd

John Lloyd

Non-Executive Director

A Non-Executive Director since 1 December 2023, Mr Lloyd is a member of the Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee; the Remuneration, People and Culture Committee; the Safety and Sustainability Committee and the Nomination and Prudential Committee.

Mr Lloyd holds a Bachelor of Science, Wool and Pastoral, from the University of NSW and an MBA from the Macquarie Graduate School of Management.

He has extensive experience in the agricultural industry, including current appointments as a Non-Executive Director of Meat and Livestock Australia, Wine Australia and the Grains and Legumes Nutrition Council. Mr Lloyd is also a council member of Charles Sturt University.

Mr Lloyd's previous executive roles include CEO of Horticulture Innovation Australia, Managing Director of Case New Holland ANZ, General Manager Commercial at Incitec Pivot and General Manager Merchandise at Wesfarmers Dalgety.

Damien Frawley

Damien Frawley

Non-Executive Director

Mr Frawley commenced as a Non-Executive Director on 1 August 2024.

Mr Frawley is an experienced CEO and Director, with extensive experience in the financial services sector and a strong passion for agriculture. He is currently Chair of Queensland Treasury Corporation and Chair of Host-Plus Pty Limited. Mr Frawley is also a non-executive Director of both Mirvac Group and Blue Sky Beef Pty Ltd.

Mr Frawley brings to the Elders Board skills in CEO and leadership oversight, Board leadership, strategy and planning, talent and remuneration, customers and consumers and government relations. Mr Frawley also has a well-developed understanding of agribusiness through various professional and personal undertakings.

Glenn Davis

Glenn Davis

Non-Executive Director

Mr Davis has extensive experience as a director, serving on both listed and unlisted company boards. He has also nearly 40 years’ experience as a commercial lawyer, including, since 2002, as a principal and cofounder of DMAW Lawyers. As a lawyer, he has advised many corporate clients, including listed clients, on transactional and risk management matters.

Mr Davis currently serves as chair of ASX listed Itech Minerals Limited since 27 April 2021 and a director of ASX and NZX dual listed SkyCity Entertainment Group Limited (and acts as chair of SkyCity’s Adelaide based casino) since 8 September 2022.

Mr Davis is also a non-executive director or chair of several large unlisted companies including in the primary production, seafood and manufacturing sectors. Mr Davis was a non-executive director of Beach Energy Limited between 2007 and 2023, including serving as chair between 2012 and his retirement

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