is a geographer and an ex-BBC radio broadcaster. For well over 35 years, Phil has advised senior government officials on communication throughout the former Soviet Union, the Middle East, Africa and Asia. He has worked with professionals in many industries to help them communicate more effectively. Much of Phil’s expertise includes assisting with the drawing up and implementation of communication strategies for the agriculture, health, food and rural development sectors and it is in this area that he provides inputs for Access Agriculture. Phil is also a co-founder of the organisation.