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Ask the agriculture specialist

Giles West hosted a discussion from 12th September to 3rd October 2005, on Agriculture issues in the Asia Pacific region.

This session is now closed.  Please visit the ADG forums to view and contribute to the ongoing user discussion

Giles has over 20 years of experience as a development practitioner, specialising in rural development, agricultural and environmental areas. He has worked for donors including AusAID, DFID and the European Union on projects in PNG, Philippines and the Solomon Islands, as well as short term missions in Cambodia, Nepal and China. Giles is currently a Senior Consultant with Hassall & Associates International. His previous experience includes the provision of development assistance both as a consultant and working for AusAID in the areas of natural and farm resource management, private sector agriculture, horticulture production and processes for the provision of safe drinking water. Details of Giles' background and experience are available for download. View and contribute to the on-going discussion in our agriculture forum.

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