Iain Thompson

Experience

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  University of Natal

  Jan 2003 - Jan 2003

  Tutor
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  NCT CO-OPERATIVE LIMITED

  Jul 2005 - Jun 2012

  Responsibilities included: The management of the NCT clonal eucalyptus programme; The rooting, testing and selection of new eucalyptus hybrid clones; The establishment and management of NCT eucalyptus seed orchards; The co-ordination of member nurseries and the distribution of improved seed and hybrid clones amongst member nurseries ensuring NCT farmers have access to quality genetic material; Farm extension visits including site species matching and disease advice.

  • Tree Breeder

    Apr 2006 - Jun 2012

  • Part-time Research Assistant

    Jul 2005 - Apr 2006
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  Self employed

  Jul 2012 - Dec 2020

  Genetic Gain Consultant

  Genetic gain is narrowly defined as the amount of increase in performance that is achieved through artificial genetic improvement programs. However holisticly I believe genetic gain incorporates much more than this, from choosing the right species or clone for your particular site to the use of a biological agent to control a particular pest. Simply put, genetic gain is the increase in profit you can attain from choosing the correct genotype for your particular conditions and it is my goal to help you achieve it. Show less

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  3D Mapping Africa (trading as Stick-List)

  Apr 2014 - now

  Owner

  3D Mapping Africa is an exciting company that utilises the latest drone technology to render 2D and 3D maps at high resolutions using standard visible light imagery or NIR imagery.Currently the business is closed to new GIS clients due to my full time responsibilities at MTF, however 3D Mapping has taken over the rights to manage and produce the Kruger Stick-list. The Kruger Stick-list is a project close to my heart and is born from my love of wildlife and the bush. It aims to educate and foster a deep passion and understanding of the wild through a fun and interactive animal sighting game. Show less

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  Mozambique Tree Farming

  Aug 2018 - Dec 2022

  • Consulting Specialist

    Nov 2022 - Dec 2022

  • General Manager

    Jan 2021 - Oct 2022

  • Group Project Manager

    Aug 2018 - Dec 2020
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  J.D. Irving, Limited

  Jan 2023 - now

  • Tree Improvement Manager

    Jul 2023 - now

  • Tree Improvement Consultant

    Jan 2023 - Jul 2023