Brent has a science degree from the University of Canterbury, majoring in Biology and 13 years’ experience with the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI). His roles in MPI have included 5 years as a chief Quarantine officer with Biosecurity New Zealand and more recently as a Principal Advisor in stakeholder and industry engagement with their Public Affairs Branch. Brent joined the NZPork team in July 2021 as policy manager, bringing widespread experience in the primary sector to the role, prior to being appointed as NZPork Chief Executive.
