Kompo-Harms has held senior roles with the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the National Farmers’ Federation and most recently the Australian Livestock Exporters’ Council
Queensland Fruit & Vegetable Growers (QFVG) has appointed Scott Kompo-Harms as its new CEO, commencing 12 January 2026.
QFVG board chair Joe Moro said the board was pleased to welcome Kompo-Harms following a thorough recruitment process.
“Scott brings a rare combination of economic expertise, public policy experience, and deep exposure to agriculture and industry advocacy,” Moro said.
“He has worked across government, industry associations and the national agricultural sector, and the board is confident he is exceptionally well placed to lead QFVG through its next phase.”
Kompo-Harms is an economist by training and has spent more than two decades working across federal and state government, including as a senior public servant and ministerial staffer. His industry experience includes senior roles with the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the National Farmers’ Federation and most recently the Australian Livestock Exporters’ Council.
Moro said Kompo-Harms commitment to Queensland and its growers was a defining factor in his appointment.
“Scott understands the realities facing growers and exporters – from regulation and market access to risk and resilience – and he is passionate about removing unnecessary barriers so businesses can thrive.”
Kompo-Harms said he was honoured to be appointed to the role and excited to join QFVG.
“I’m incredibly proud to be joining an organisation that fights for Queensland growers and the value they create for our state, our nation and the world,” he said.
“Growers deal with more uncertainty than almost any other industry, yet they continue to invest, innovate and get on with the job of feeding people. That optimism and resilience is inspiring.”
Kompo-Harms said supporting growers by addressing “the man-made barriers” including poor regulation and uninformed policy decisions would be a key focus.
“Our job is to make sure our members have the tools they need to manage risk, capitalise on opportunity and keep creating value,” he said.
“Food security is the first priority of every nation, and that is ultimately what this industry delivers.”
Kompo-Harms added he was forward to meeting growers, members, and stakeholders across Queensland in the coming months.
