Company Research Report: Narrakine

Company Overview

• Name: Narrakine

• Mission of the Company: No information is available.

• Founded: Family owned and operated since 1959.

• Founders: No information is available.

• Key People in the Company:

• Simon Harding - Founder & CEO

• Bronny Harding - Founder & Director

• Graham Harding - Director

• Russell Harris - Director of Operations

• Manabu Ishikawa - Director of Marketing

• Alicia Fowler - Director of Logistics

• Headquarters: PO Box 200, Williams, Western Australia 6391

• Number of Employees: No information is available.

• Revenue: No information is available.

• What the Company is Known For: Producing, processing, and exporting pure hay and grain from Western Australia's Wheatbelt.

Products

Hay

• Description: Narrakine is renowned for its reliable grading, quality control, and high standards of service in hay exportation.

• Key Features:

• Pioneers in exporting hay to Japan for over four decades.

• Products include Oaten Hay, Barley Straw, Wheat Straw, and Oat Straw.

• Custom packing options available in purpose-built facilities to maximize shipping and storage efficiency.

• Preferred supplier to markets in Japan, China, Taiwan, Korea, and Europe for dairy & beef cattle, racehorses, and other ruminants.

Grain

• Description: Narrakine has expertise in growing and exporting high-quality, GM-free grains.

• Key Features:

• Products include Machine-Dressed and Clipped Oats, Hulled Oats, Milling Oats, Wheat, Barley, and GM-Free Canola.

• Grains are shipped in bulk food-grade containers or packaged on-site in standard or bulka bags.

• Maintains a clean, uncontaminated, homogenous product with full traceability.

• Preferred supplier for markets in Japan, China, Taiwan, Korea, and Europe.

Recent Developments

• New Products: No information is available.

• New Features Added to Existing Products: No information is available.

• New Partnerships:

• Collaboration with major industry groups and organizations such as Grain Australia, AFIA (Australian Fodder Industry Association), and DPIRD (Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development) for innovation in processes and product development.

Distinctive Practices

• Environmental Responsibility:

• Use of organic fertilizers and environmentally-aware farming methods for sustainability.

• 50% of processing plant powered by solar energy with plans for expansion.

• Commitment to being GM-free.

• Research & Development:

• Continuous improvements in quality, efficiency, and hygiene standards.

• Development of efficient processing systems in collaboration with national trial companies.

• Occupational Health & Safety:

• Emphasis on a safe work environment with adherence to occupational health and safety laws.

• Safety training and promotion of a culture of health and safety among employees.

Narrakine stands out for its commitment to quality and innovation in the production and export of hay and grain globally, driven by sustainable practices and strong leadership.