Pivoting from a career as a dancer to a dairy farmer, isn't the most linear path. But for my guest today, it's landed her in place where she feels right at home. Celina Pellett suffered a debilitating injury – a broken back and it caused a rethink. She's now happy working among her cows in the NSW Gloucester region. To learn more about the unlikely road Celina Pellett has travelled, she joins me now to discuss:
- Celina shares her favourite spot on the dairy farm in the New South Wales Mid-Coast region.
- Originally from New Zealand, Celina reveals her family's history in the dairy industry, a connection she only discovered after starting her own career in agriculture.
- Celina started dancing at a young age and had a promising career trajectory in the field.
- After breaking her back, Celina's career in dance ended, with the decision to leave the performing arts essentially being made for her.
- She shares how she made the transition from dancer to dairy.
- Despite having no previous experience with cows, Celina now feels right at home in the dairy industry.
- Being named Hunter and Central Coast Trainee of the Year and NSW Women in Trades Recipient for 2023.
- Celina is passionate about inspiring others to consider a career in agriculture.
- Celina's work with Dairy Australia has deepened her passion for the industry, particularly the people she works with.
- The most common misconception about dairy farmers is that they only milk cows.
- Celina shares the most unexpected thing that has happened to her in the industry.
- Her ultimate dream for the future.
We hope to see you back on the road soon, to learn more about how Australia grows on the next episode of Australian Farmers with Angie Asimus.
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