Dealing with issues as a farmer allows me to keep that instinct for what is going on more broadly,
Mr Irvin not only has broad dairy industry knowledge and experience of the philanthropic sector, but also hands on involvement as a farmer, something that he believes keeps him focussed from the perspective of his broader role.
This article from the Australian Dairy Farmer (Nov-Dec 2013) explains the hectic life of Barry Irvin and illustrates his incredible drive.