Person

Skene, J.K.M. (Ken) (1907 - 1981)

Born
1907
Died
20 March 1981
Occupation
Chemist

Summary

Ken Skene spent his entire working life at the Victorian Department of Agriculture. He was particularly interested in soil science.

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Chronology

c. 1927
Education - Bachelor of Agricultural Science (BAgSc), University of Melbourne
1928 - 1972
Career position - Science Field Officer to Deputy Chief Chemist with the Victorian Department of Agriculture
c. 1929
Education - Master of Science (MSc), University of Melbourne
1972
Life event - Retired

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Kooyang - Gariwerd calendar - Late summer: late January to late March - season of eels
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