Jackie Jarvis

Jackie Jarvis is an Australian politician who has served as a Member of the Western Australian Legislative Council for the South West region since 2021. In addition to her parliamentary duties, she has held the positions of Minister for Agriculture and Food, Forestry, and Small Business since 2022. Before entering politics, Jarvis was a prominent figure in the agribusiness sector, serving as the chief executive of the Rural Regional and Remote Women's Network and operating a commercial farm and winery. Her policy focus includes animal welfare, notably advocating for the accelerated phase-out of battery cages for egg-laying hens.