Sophie Brockman

Ms
Sophie Brockman
Technical Officer
Sophie Brockman [1]

My role in the department

Sophie is currently working on the Apple Breeding Project, where she is responsible for the planting, pruning and maintenance of apple trees. Sophie assists with the creation of new apple varieties through grafting, budding and pollination.  She also undertakes the assessment of fruit, both pre and post harvest, including storage.  

Contact information

sophie.brockkman@dpird.wa.gov.au [2]
+61 (0)8 9777 0167

My background

Sophie grew up in Manjimup and moved to Perth to study Nursing. When Sophie moved back to the south west, she worked in commercial orchards assisting with pruning and maintenance in apple orchards, which led her to her current position.

Projects

  • Australian National Apple Breeding Project

Key Expertise

Apple breeding program, apple orchard maintenance, apple pollination and grafting

Links
[1] https://www.agric.wa.gov.au/sites/gateway/files/styles/gw_large/public/Sophie%20Brockmann%20-%20Photo%20web.jpg?itok=s6y0gN_2
[2] https://www.agric.wa.gov.au/sophie-brockman

Source URL: https://www.agric.wa.gov.au/sophie-brockman
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