Olivia Prouse | Biological Development Specialist

Westag Olivia Prouse

+64 21 826 611
olivia@westag.co.nz

Olivia joined WestAg in February, 2024. She focuses on helping growers develop biorational control programs for their crops. Her role includes overseeing trials, coordinating with growers, and providing technical advice on sustainable farming practices. Olivia also supports the team with research and development initiatives, particularly in the areas of biodiversity and biological control.  She holds a Master’s Degree in Plant Protection and has been working in the horticultural industry for over 20 years.

Previously Olivia was with:
• Cropping Services Ltd
• Bayer
• Monsanto
• Snap Fresh Foods
• Bioforce
• Zonda Resources
• Fruitfed Supplies Pukekohe
• NZ Hot House

Outside of work, Olivia enjoys gardening, reading, and exploring creative projects.