About Us
Meet the Team Behind Your Breeding Success
Jane Armstrong
Managing Director/ Morphologist
Jane's journey in agriculture has been a long-term passion that began in her youth, growing up on family properties in Western and Central Queensland, before heading north to work on large scale cattle operations, where she developed a great interest for regenerative grazing , nutrition and reproduction, Jane then engaged in her own intensive breeding program and became mum to her now teenage twins.
Seeing the need for a facility in Western Qld, Emerald was the most logical choice to bridge the gap for producers. Her extensive experience this has seen her evolve alongside the industry, adapting to technological advancements and shifting consumer demands. This evolution has been most prominent in her focus on morphology and male reproductive health, reflecting her commitment to the well-being of livestock and sustainable agricultural practices.
As Managing Director, Jane embodies a blend of leadership, with a culture of innovation and integrity within our team, driving the team towards excellence with each decision made, guided by a commitment to quality, passion, industry benefit and client focus.
Dr Neil Farmer
BVSc – Director/Senior Vet
Born and raised in Central Queensland, Dr. Neil Farmer, a UQ graduate (BVSc, 2008), gained diverse veterinary experience across Queensland before establishing Farmer’s Veterinary Service in Rockhampton in 2012. Juggling veterinary responsibilities with running his cattle property, Neil's expertise encompasses breeders, embryo recipients, AI, and trade cattle, fuelling his passion for enhancing client profitability through efficient, goal-oriented practices.
In 2022, co-founding Insight Repro with morphologist Jane Armstrong, offering conceptionally driven reproductive services. Neil's approach focuses on herd management, breeding for profitability, optimising phenotypic and EBV-driven IVF outcomes, and natural capital management. He advocates for proactive herd and pasture management, especially during dry times, to maximise fertility and profitability. Neil emphasises the importance of not settling for industry average by holding livestock to rigorous standards, advocating for short joining windows with high-quality bulls, and matching stocking rates to carrying capacity, ensuring businesses exceed industry norms.
Emma Griffin
Senior Morphologist
Emma offers a unique blend of exploration and academic pursuit a to Insight Repro. Raised in Central Australia. Emma pursued her passion for science at Flinders University, earning a Bachelor's in Biology in 1999. Post-graduation, She headed to the USA and Japan, where she taught English and met her Husband. After 18 months in Japan, Emma and her husband settled in Northern California for 10 years. During this time, she earned a Master's in Traditional Chinese Medicine and started a family.
Despite her international experiences, Emma's heart remained in Australia. In 2015, they returned to Rockhampton. Searching for a job in science, Emma found her niche in bovine reproduction, starting as a lab technician specialising in semen processing. Her passion for morphology grew, shaping her future. Today, Emma is thrilled to contribute her expertise and passion in morphology and reproduction to Insight Repro's innovative approach to bovine reproduction.
Gabriel Carli
Senior Reproduction Technician
Gabriel has joined us in Emerald from Gold Coast but is originally from Rio Grande Do Sul in Brazil.
Gabriel completed his Veterinary Degree, graduating in 2013. Furthering his studies and completing a Post Graduate Degree in cattle reproduction 2017. Following this, Gabriel graduated in 2021 with a Masters Degree in animal production.
Throughout his studies Gabriel worked in the field on farms to further advance his skills with practical experience. Gabriel is an expert in the field of female bovine reproductive services and is leading our AI breeding programs.
We are so pleased to have Gabriel as part of our team. He thoroughly enjoys meeting clients and experiencing the beautiful scenery and countryside we have here in Queensland. If you have any questions regarding AI breeding programs for your herd, please get in contact with Gabriel.
