The Board of Ricegrowers Limited announced that Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Rob Gordon, has announced his intention to retire as CEO in August 2023, with the Board conducting a process for a coordinated and effective transition to a new CEO. The Board congratulated Mr. Gordon for successfully leading the SunRice Group through a period of significant growth during periods of drought, COVID-19 and more recently flooding, while maintaining strong financial results. Mr. Gordon will continue as CEO until the commencement of his successor.

This will ensure stability for the Group, and assist in an orderly transition of executive responsibility. SunRice Group Chairman Mr. Laurie Arthur paid tribute to Mr. Gordon, thanking him for his leadership and contribution to the SunRice Group.