About The Apple & Pear Growers Association of South Australia
We are the main industry body, representing our state’s apple and pear growers since 1977. Our vision is for a sustainable, proactive industry driven by passion, professionalism and collaboration. Our mission is nurturing, informing, advocating and supporting the South Australian apple and pear industry.
Our Values:
- Profitable – our industry is sustainable for generations to come
- Innovative – we continue to evolve and adapt
- Unity – we share information and work together
- Integrity – we show strong leadership
- Responsive – to consumer demands and the environment.
The APGASA is overseen by a Committee of Management of seven members. The current committee is:
- President: Ashley Green
- Vice President: Joyce Ceravolo
- Michael Stafford
- Tony Ceravolo
- Matthew Flavell
- Jody Schultz
- Tim Vickers
Operations of the APGASA are managed by Chief Executive Officer Susie Green.
Susie Green
CEO at Apple & Pear Growers Association of South Australia
Ashley Green
President
Joyce Ceravolo
Vice President
Michael Stafford
Committee Member
Tony Ceravolo
Committee Member
Matthew Flavell
Committee Member
Jody Schultz
Committee Member
Tim Vickers
Committee Member
Becoming a member
Full membership is open to companies or individuals directly engaged in the growing of apples and/or pears. Associate membership is open to companies or individuals who would not qualify for full membership but who the Committee consider have a connection with or an interest in production, packaging and marketing of apples and/or pears. Membership is by an annual subscription.