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Seed and Grain NZ celebrates its 'incredibly important' women
Seed and Grain NZ celebrates its 'incredibly important' women

RNZ News

time5 days ago

  • Business
  • RNZ News

Seed and Grain NZ celebrates its 'incredibly important' women

Women make up about 35 percent of the seed and grain sectors. File photo. Photo: 123RF The country's seed and grain sectors are hoping to empower the wāhine who make up about a third of its workforce. Industry group Seed and Grain New Zealand hosted about 130 women in Ōtautahi on Wednesday for the Women in Seed conference The group represented a range of companies involved in the production and trade of seed and grain, research and development, support services like testing and seed broking. Chief executive Sarah Clark said seed and grain were significant contributors to the economy, earning about $345 million in exports each year. She said women played a key role in these sectors that underpinned the success of multi-billion dollar primary industries. "Women in the primary industries have been at the core of it for many, many years, even if the the record books don't show that," she said. Statistics shared by Minister for Women Nicola Grigg at the event showed women made up about 35 percent of the sectors, Clark said. "[We're] still reasonably male-dominated, however I looked at the attendee list at our event today and we've got women in logistics, finance, management, agronomists and at all levels of of the particular specialty. "So definitely, women are incredibly important to our industry and we want to encourage them. We need to keep that expertise and knowledge in the industry." Seed and Grain New Zealand chief executive Sarah Clark Photo: SUPPLIED/SEED AND GRAIN NEW ZEALAND Clark said events like Women in Seed were about encouraging women in the sector to know they have "a really important part to play". "They're hopefully leaving the event feeling really refreshed and inspired to continue the work that they do and even progress their career, perhaps into some leadership roles," she said. "Actually, that was another thing that the Minister [Grigg] was encouraging was more women to get into leadership roles." Clark said the association - formerly known as the New Zealand Grain and Seed Trade Association - had hit a significant milestone itself. "This is the first time we've had a woman as a president, so Charlotte Connoley is the president of Seed and Grain New Zealand, and concurrently whilst having a woman [chief executive], so I guess this is a first for the industry. "So it's an exciting time to be in primary industries." Clark said there were "exciting trade opportunities" for seed and grain in general, even in light of global headwinds. The group will hold its annual conference in Christchurch in August. StatsNZ figures showed seed exports earned $281 million in 2023 up 27 percent on 2022. Sign up for Ngā Pitopito Kōrero , a daily newsletter curated by our editors and delivered straight to your inbox every weekday.

Moca unveils extension and exhibits
Moca unveils extension and exhibits

The Star

time6 days ago

  • Entertainment
  • The Star

Moca unveils extension and exhibits

THE Pahang State Museum Corporation (PSMC) officially launched an extension to the exist- ing Museum of Contemporary Art (Moca) building on May 18, accompanied by two exciting new exhibitions. The extension is now known as Moca Plus. The launch was graced by the presence of Tengku Ampuan of Pahang Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah and Tengku Permaisuri of Selangor Tengku Permaisuri Hajah Norashikin. Other guests included State Investment, Industries, Science, Technology and Innovation Committee chairman Datuk Mohamad Nizar Najib, who is also the Pahang State Museum Board chairman, and Pahang State Museum director Datuk Ahmad Farid Abdul Jalal. Moca is located at the Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Royal Museum Complex in Kuantan. Tunku Azizah, Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin and the guests also took time to view the artworks and various other exhi- bitions located throughout the complex. The first exhibition, titled Nik Zainal: Wayang Dunia (Nik Zainal: The World as a Stage), features 40 works of the late artist. While he was primarily remembered for his wayang kulit figures, the current exhibition showcases his lesser-known works such as landscapes and abstracts. The landscape paintings clearly showed his love for Kelantan's culture and its coastal area, which he shared in the many exhibitions he participated in over the years. A showcase of diverse art installations currently exhibited at the Moca Plus building in Kuantan. The paintings on display are courtesy of the late ambassador Datuk N. Parameswaran, who was a prominent art collector. The 40 artworks, arranged in collaboration with his daughter Sharmin Parameswaran, are currently on loan to the Pahang State Museum for this exhibition. Sharmin, who is a media consultant and independent curator, currently manages her late father's art collection and has been actively collaborating with local museums as well as those abroad. Additionally, the exhibition features a Jawi script showcase by Akademi Jawi Malaysia, alongside Tun Teja: A Tapestry of Heritage, Empowerment, and Artistry by Norfazlin Zulkifli. The second exhibition, titled When Craft Becomes Attitude, features eleven new artworks by four of the country's notable contemporary artists — Anniketyni Madian, Faizal Yunus, Saiful Razman and Zulkifli Lee. The four of them have extensively held exhibitions in Malaysia and abroad, and their works have been in the collection of various local and international art institutions. Craft-based exhibitions have been gaining significant recognition globally, especially in the past few years. Exhibitions such as the ones being held at Moca Plus will help the public to understand the philosophy of craft and how it can be interpreted to reflect one's life irrespective of their vocation. The new extension of the Museum of Contemporary Art (Moca) building – called Moca Plus – was launched by the Pahang State Museum Corporation. The two exhibitions will run from May 19 till Nov 30 this year. The artists featured are: >Anniketyni Madian (b.1986, Sarawak): Anniketyni's intricate sculptures are inspired by the Pua Kumbu, a unique textile design associated with the women of the Iban tribe. She has been commissioned to create works for the United Nations (Rome), Google, Four Seasons Hotel and WOLO in Kuala Lumpur. She was also shortlisted for the Sovereign Art Prize in Hong Kong for 2017 and 2019. >Faizal Yunus (b.1989, Pahang): Known for his airbrush technique and use of automotive paint, Faizal combines natural and industrial elements to create dream-like, textured landscapes that blend memory and fantasy. He has received several awards including the Malaysian Emerging Artists Award 2019 organised by HOM and Galeri Chandan, Kuala Lumpur, and was the Resident Artist at art centre Rimbun Dahan in 2018. >Saiful Razman (b.1980, Perak): Razman is known for using tissue paper and gauze to create abstract works that explore social issues and landscapes. He has participated in local and international exhibitions, and in 2021, was awarded the South-East Asia 'UOB Painting of the Year', beating contestants from Singapore, Thailand and Indonesia. >Zulkifli Lee (b.1978, Pahang): Zulkifli's works primarily involve the use of natural, organic materials, juxtaposing the beauty and paradox of the relationship between humans and nature. He has showcased his works both locally and internationally, and was selected for the SEA Artists Residency at Rimbun Dahan, Malaysia, in 2017 and Galeri Khazanah's residency pro- gramme at the ACME Studio in London in 2019.

Saudi Ministry of Industry Launches Women in Mining Non-Profit Association
Saudi Ministry of Industry Launches Women in Mining Non-Profit Association

Asharq Al-Awsat

time20-05-2025

  • Business
  • Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Ministry of Industry Launches Women in Mining Non-Profit Association

The Saudi Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources announced on Tuesday the launch of the Women in Mining Association, a newly established non-profit organization dedicated to empowering Saudi women in the mining sector and enhancing their contribution to the sector's ongoing transformation. The initiative reflects the ministry's commitment to fostering the growth of non-profit organizations within the industrial and mining sectors, in recognition of their vital role supporting the Kingdom's economic and social development. The association will develop women's capabilities and equip them with advanced, sector-aligned skills. It aims to create a more diverse and inclusive work environment while enabling women to take on active roles in the sector's growth. In addition to workforce development, the association will support women-led entrepreneurial and innovative projects in mining by offering financial and technical assistance. It will also promote innovative solutions that can drive further advancement and sustainability in the sector. The launch of this association is part of a broader effort to align with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030, particularly those related to economic diversification, women's empowerment, and strengthening national capabilities across all sectors.

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