REID Stockfeeds Tom Fitzgerald

Tom Fitzgerald

Account Manager - Ruminant

I work closely with Dairy, Beef, Sheep and Goat producers to help them to maintain a healthy herd and reach their production goals in a sustainable and profitable manner.

Prior to working at Reid’s, I studied a Bachelor of Agriculture majoring in Production Animal Science. Following this I worked with Five Star Stockfeeds (acquired by Reid’s in 2021). Originally, I worked out of our 2 mills in South West Victoria then at the end of 2021 made the move to Northern Victoria working out of the Colbinabbin and Gunbower mills.

Q1: Share some interesting facts about yourself

  • I’m a big sports fan, big Carlton and Boston Celtics fan!
  • I enjoy music, love attending concerts and try my hand at playing the guitar.
  • I enjoy the outdoors, my biggest adventure to date was hiking to Mt. Everest Base Camp.

Q2: What do you believe differentiates Reids from other companies?

Reids is a family owned business that has prided itself on taking the professional approach to feeding and producing a quality product. As a family business born in regional Victoria Reid’s is a very community oriented business and gives back to the community.

Q3: What’s the most valuable lesson you’ve learnt in life?

Stay humble, learn from your mistakes and always aim to continually improve as a person whilst increasing your competence in whatever it is you’re doing.

Q4: Your goals or aspirations for the future.

To continue to learn and grow my knowledge of ruminant nutrition and to continue to help clients achieve their goals. Whilst also enjoying time with family and friends.

Q5: Quote or mantra that inspires you

“Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do.” – Pele