The British Crop Production Council (BCPC) has announced the appointment of Professor Graham Jellis to its board of management.

Jellis is currently director of research and development at HGCA, managing research projects on cereals and oilseeds, including the recommended lists, and producing independent information based on this research.

Due to retire from HGCA in July 2009, Jellis intends to remain active within the industry. In January 2010, following the retirement of Dr Ben Miflin, he will become chairman of Crop Evaluation Ltd, which manages the HGCA Recommended Lists.

Dr Colin Ruscoe, chairman of BCPC, said: “Having Graham accept an appointment to the BCPC board of management is most welcome. His experience at HGCA will be of particular value and benefit to BCPC in providing informed opinion on current issues in crop and food production, as well as helping expand its range of publications and symposia.”