Nigel Crump

Background

About Nigel Crump

I am the General Manager of AuSPICA, Australia’s national authority for seed potato certification, with extensive experience in operational leadership, stakeholder engagement, and policy development across the agricultural sector.I lead the day-to-day operations of AuSPICA, overseeing financial performance, human resources, and organisational delivery, while ensuring the integrity and consistency of the seed certification scheme across multiple Australian jurisdictions. This includes maintaining rigorous standards that underpin industry confidence, biosecurity assurance, and domestic and international trade.My work is focused on advancing science and technology within seed certification systems and strengthening pathways for market access. I bring a strong capability in stakeholder engagement, working closely with industry, government, and international partners to align policy, certification frameworks, and trade requirements.I have a particular interest in phytosanitary systems, international standards, and the role of certification in supporting sustainable agricultural production. Through both operational leadership and policy engagement, I am committed to delivering practical outcomes that support industry growth, manage biosecurity risk, and enable the movement of high-quality seed potatoes in global markets.In addition to my role at AuSPICA, I serve as Chair of the UNECE Specialized Section on Seed Potatoes, contributing to the development and implementation of internationally recognised standards for seed potato certification and trade. I also serve as a Director of the World Potato Congress and Potatoes Australia Ltd, supporting global collaboration and national industry strategy across the potato value chain.