Ms
Sophie Brockman
Technical Officer
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.
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
My articles
Wednesday, 10 July 2024 - 3:39pm
Research scientists with the 2022 Industrial Hemp variety trial crop
![Research scientists standing in the 2022 Industrial Hemp variety trial crop](https://www.agric.wa.gov.au/sites/gateway/files/styles/group_logo/public/Hemp%20trial%20SW%20Shahajahan%20and%20Don.jpg?itok=wQZOXqdD)
Research scientists Shahajahan Miyan and Don Telfer with the 2022 Industrial Hemp variety trial crop
Monday, 5 September 2022 - 11:33am