Australia’s barley production is forecast to reach a record of 17.7 million metric tons (MMT) in 2026/27, while wheat production is forecast to decline 11% to 32.0 MMT.
The facility is designed to support growing demand for bakery products in Western Australia while bringing production closer to major customers.
The new engines are intended to boost reliability, safety and operational efficiency on CBH’s narrow-gauge lines that move grain from the Wheatbelt to port.
Viney succeeds Massimo D’Ambrosio, who has moved to a new role within Ferrero Group in the United States.
The cooperative will add 270,000 tonnes of storage capacity at its key Mingenew receival site to support growers and improve grain handling efficiency.