The National Farmers’ Federation says its new CEO brings proven leadership capabilities and passionate ag advocacy work to his role
The National Farmers’ Federation has announced Michael Guerin as its new CEO, taking over from interim chief executive Su McCluskey, effective from March 23, 2026.
Guerin is currently acting CEO of NSW Farmers and prior to this has served for eight years as CEO of AgForce Queensland, where he played a central role in national reform workshops.
His career began with two decades in banking, culminating in corporate agribusiness, as managing director of Elders Rural Services.
Guerin has experience in large-scale corporate governance, capital markets, and complex stakeholder management.
“The NFF is agriculture’s peak national body and I am truly humbled to be selected as its chief executive,” he says.
“I’m looking forward to taking a national lens to the agricultural issues I’ve rallied for on behalf of Queensland and New South Wales.
“I’m especially looking forward to making in-roads in the member advocacy space, an issue I am very familiar with. There is plenty of work to be done and I’m excited to dig in.”
NSW Farmers president Xavier Martin says governance and structural reform are key areas of strength for Guerin.
“He is unafraid of tough conversations and has a genuine care for our organisations, staff and members,” Martin says.
“He is a deeply experienced leader with a rare combination of corporate, governance, and peak body expertise.
“He is a steady, principled leader with a clear sense of purpose and a strong understanding of the complex dynamics within federated membership organisations.”
NFF president Hamish McIntyre welcomed Guerin’s appointment, pointing to his proven leadership capabilities and passionate ag advocacy work.
“His experience means he will well and truly hit the ground running in March,” McIntyre says.
“We heartily welcome Mike’s appointment and are looking forward to a new chapter of leadership at NFF House.”
McIntyre also thanked McCluskey for her contributions to the NFF.
“Su has led the NFF with a steady hand and sharp eye,” he says.
“We wish her all the very best as she spends more time on her farm.”
