Bridgitte Brooks is rewriting the story of Australian wool - and of rural women.
The fifth-generation sheep farmer has launched a wool athleisure brand from her farm in Yuna, Western Australia in a bid to connect modern consumers with a natural fibre that she feels is undercelebrated.
From baby blankets to wool athleisure wear, Bridgitte is stitching together sustainability, style, and heritage—with a deep belief that rural communities can thrive when families are supported and fibre stories are told well.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Bridgitte and Her Journey
02:58 Life in Rural Australia and Its Challenges
05:41 The Birth of a Fashion Business
08:13 Navigating the Fashion Industry
10:36 Sustainability and the Future of Fashion
13:17 The Importance of Succession Planning
16:09 Family Dynamics in Farming
18:59 Advice for Future Generations
21:30 Reflections and Future Aspirations
24:11 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans
Learn more about Homestead Road and how Bridgitte is rewriting a new story for Australian wool.
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In this episode, Oli sits down with Australia’s Federal Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry — Julie Collins — live from the National Farmers’ Federation Conference on the Gold Coast.
From her Tasmanian roots to leading one of the nation’s most important portfolios, Julie shares how her background shaped her approach to agriculture, sustainability, and community. She reflects on the government’s new Ag and Land Sector Plan, the role of programs like free TAFE and Ag Connections in building the workforce, and how storytelling can strengthen both our domestic pride and global reputation.
Julie also talks candidly about being out on farms, meeting producers, and why she believes Australian agriculture is the most productive and sustainable in the world. Looking ahead, she shares her optimism for how the industry can leverage the 2032 Olympics to showcase our regions, food, and people to the world.
Passionfruit farmer Mitchell East is flipping the script on food waste, giving unsellable fruit a second chance.
Mitchell returned to his family farm in Manjimup WA on a mission to find a tasty use for surplus, speedily perishable fruit like passionfruit and cherries.
The horticulture industry is always looking for new ways of squeezing value from seconds produce, with many tonnes of fruit and vegetables that can't be sold or stored going to waste every day.
And there's no shortage of produce in the Southern Forests food hub around Manjimup, which punches well above its weight to grow a massive volume and variety of fresh produce for domestic and international markets.
Liv sat down with this fruit-farmer-turned-manufacturer to hear how Mitchell is utilising otherwise wasted fruit to not only boost profit margins but to re-connect consumers with the growers of their food.
Chapters
00:00 Mitchell's Farming Journey and Background
02:48 The Unique Food Hub of Manjimup
05:37 Value Adding Passion Fruit: Challenges and Opportunities
08:57 Creating Products from Waste: A Sustainable Approach
11:45 Collaboration With Other Growers
14:33 Innovative Products and Market Adaptation
17:46 The Story Behind Yuzu and Other Unique Produce
Learn more about Willarra Gold and how Mitchell and Jen are collaborating with other local fruit growers to get more from the delicious produce they grow.
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This month Tom and Mick catch up with New England livestock agent Mat Larkings about what he’s seeing on the ground—from post-drought price shifts to clients swapping breeding for trading.
They dive into the growing interest in coastal markets, the cautious optimism among producers, and why quality stock still rules.
It’s a great listen for anyone keen to understand the real dynamics behind the numbers.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 Introducing Matt Larkins: A Livestock Agent's Journey
05:23 Market Insights: Cattle and Sheep Dynamics
08:21 Navigating the Livestock Business: Challenges and Opportunities
11:33 The Coastal Market: Expanding Horizons
14:34 Future Trends: Cattle Market Predictions
17:18 Cautious Optimism: Client Perspectives on Market Fluctuations
20:19 Rural Property Market: A Parallel Journey
23:04 Final Thoughts and Advice for Young Dads
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A decade ago, if Ben 'Wundy' Wundersitz spotted a mate's ute parked on the main drag in town he'd assume they were at the pub sinking a pint.
These days, there's more chance of Wundy finding his mates working out at the gym across the road from the pub in his local town of Maitland in South Australia, which has fully embraced the Fat Farmers movement.
Fat Farmers began 13 years ago when Wundy and a couple of his middle-aged farming mates looked in the mirror to see years of self-neglect - too much time sitting in tractors and eating fast food on the run. They decided to do something about it.
From their very first gym session together they've created a grassroots movement that’s inspiring rural communities across Australia to get moving, improve well being and save lives.
They've just launched the Fat Farmers Health Hub, a mobile medical screening truck which Wundy hopes will do the field day circuit across the country providing simple health checks for blokes.
Wundy chats with Oli about breaking down barriers to fitness participation and health care in the bush.
Chapters
00:00 Harvest Challenges and Adapting to Dry Seasons in Agriculture
05:47 Work-Life Balance and Personal Growth
08:09 The Birth of Fat Farmers
10:58 Building a Supportive Community
13:57 Health Initiatives and the Launch of Fat Farmers Health Hub
16:23 Encouraging Health Checks in Rural Communities
19:12 Future Aspirations and Community Involvement
Find out more about Fat Farmers and ways you can support this impactful initiative.
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Adventure pulses through the veins of Pilbara cattle woman Blythe Calnan.
From navigating live cattle export supply chains in Jordan in the Middle East, to raising pasture-raised poultry in southern WA - Blythe's habit of saying 'yes' to opportunities in agriculture has taken her to all sorts of climates and farming systems.
She's now back in her home state of Western Australia, teaching the basics of low stress stock handling and soil health to show the role working dogs can play in healing landscapes.
Liv caught up with Blythe at the Grounded Festival in Bridgetown where she madly jotted down Blythe's dog training mantras, which she discovered can be applied to all sorts of life and business scenarios!
00:00 Introduction to Blythe Calnan and Her Journey
02:27 The Role of Working Dogs in Agriculture
05:09 Blythe's Career Path and Experiences
08:18 The Impact of Reality TV on Agriculture
11:22 Understanding Dog Training and Relationships
14:04 The Importance of Communication in Dog Handling
16:59 Pressure and Education in Animal Training
19:49 Linking Dogs, Livestock, and Landscape Health
23:04 Valuing Working Dogs in Agriculture
25:49 Returning to Basics in Agriculture
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A knowledge tour around Brazil cotton farms has blown the minds of a group of Aussie growers.
Imagine having a cotton gin on every single farm?... or a family-led business with a breezy 220,000 hectares in crop?
Rabobank Area Manager Felicity Taylor says the sheer sophistication and scale of Brazilian cotton production has to be seen to be believed.
Freshly home from a Rabo Agri Knowledge Tour of Brazil, Felicity shares the contrasts between Brazilian and Australian cotton production, particularly in terms of supply chain logistics, technology, and sustainability practices.
She also shares her reflections on the networking opportunities as a finalist for the Zanda McDonald award and the personal growth that comes from stepping outside one's comfort zone.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:45 Insights from Brazil's Cotton Industry
05:20 Comparative Analysis: Brazil vs Australia
08:16 The Xander McDonald Award Experience
11:00 Encouragement for Future Applicants
This episode of Humans of Agriculture is brought to you by our friends at Rabobank Australia.
Rabo Agri Knowledge Tours is an initiative out of Rabobank's specialist commodity groups, which provide that behind-the-scenes access to other production systems to share insights, build relationships, and open up that ideas sharing network through the domestic and international Rabobank family.
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Rabobank Deposits - Partnership
Rabobank was founded by farmers, for farmers. And today, they remain proudly focused on supporting Aussie farmers, food producers, and agribusinesses - the people who grow the food that sustains us every single day.
Brekky, lunch, or dinner - we rely on farmers at least three times a day. They're the quiet heroes behind every meal.
And here’s something many people don’t realise: Rabobank’s deposits are used to support Australian farmers.
That means the dollars entrusted with Rabobank go directly into strengthening the food system that feeds our nation.
It’s the perfect circle, your dollars support Aussie farmers while they support you... You can learn more at rabobank.com.au.
WA sheep farmers do things "bloody well" if you ask Fraser Stewart, which is why he wrestled the 2025 Rabo WA Sheep & Wool tour to the west side of the country.
Fraser was proud to see curiosity and ideas bounce between the 21 big industry players visiting from the Eastern States and New Zealand to WA's Great Southern region last month.
WA is a key restocking market nationally, but Fraser wanted to show the impressive adaptations farmers are making to the phase out of the live export trade, and some of the on-farm strategies to maximise production systems in a drying climate.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Sheep Tour
02:43 The Great Southern Region's Importance
05:53 Engagement and Curiosity from Participants
08:42 Adapting to Market Changes
11:27 Market Dynamics and Future Outlook
14:23 Raising Awareness for WA Agriculture
This episode of Humans of Agriculture is brought to you by our friends at Rabobank Australia.
Rabo Agri Knowledge Tours is an initiative out of Rabobank's specialist commodity groups, which provide that behind-the-scenes access to other production systems to share insights, build relationships, and open up that ideas sharing network through the domestic and international Rabobank family.
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Rabobank Deposits - Partnership
Rabobank was founded by farmers, for farmers. And today, they remain proudly focused on supporting Aussie farmers, food producers, and agribusinesses - the people who grow the food that sustains us every single day.
Brekky, lunch, or dinner - we rely on farmers at least three times a day. They're the quiet heroes behind every meal.
And here’s something many people don’t realise: Rabobank’s deposits are used to support Australian farmers.
That means the dollars entrusted with Rabobank go directly into strengthening the food system that feeds our nation.
It’s the perfect circle, your dollars support Aussie farmers while they support you... You can learn more at rabobank.com.au.
We're keen to know what's going on with sheep - there seems to be records hit week after week at sale yards across the country. Are farmers getting FOMO?
Tom & Mick chat with stock and station royalty Todd Clements and Nick Fogarty about the underlying drivers of current sheep and lamb prices and what's likely to come.
Todd and Nick are from Bowyer & Livermore in the Central West of NSW - a real estate, stock and station agency.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:43 Business Background and Clientele
03:29 Current Trends in Sheep and Lamb Market
06:03 Technical Difficulties and Adjustments
09:40 Insights into Stock & Station Agency
13:31 Shifting Trends: From Sheep to Cattle
17:43 Market Dynamics: Record Prices and Supply Challenges
20:31 The Future of Sheep Breeding and Market Stability
24:57 Feedlotting: Opportunities and Challenges in Lamb Production
28:18 Western Australia: Market Opportunities and Competition
30:35 Future Predictions: Mutton and Lamb Prices in 2025
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There’s more to meat than what Aussies might think.
After graduating from uni, Sophie Marriott couldn't wait to leave the bright lights of Brisbane to explore the seemingly endless opportunities in red meat processing.
She never expected she'd end up in Tasmania, working for family-owned beef processing company Greenham, on the north-western coast.
She's become totally smitten by the local community of Smithton and has grown a deep appreciation for the diversity of jobs and experiences inside the red meat world for young people.
In this final interview for our More To Meat series, you'll hear how Sophie's travels to America for a meat judging competition sparked a deep love and curiosity for the industry, and her horseback adventure for this year's Robbin Island saltwater cattle muster, an experience she will not easily forget.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 Sophie’s Journey to Agriculture
05:09 Involvement in Intercollegiate Meat Judging
07:49 Career Path and Opportunities at Greenham
10:40 Experiences in the U.S. and Industry Insights
13:11 Understanding Greenham's Operations
15:47 Robbins Island Wagyu Experience
21:05 Graduate Program Structure and Future Goals
23:50 Connecting with Friends and Advocating for Agriculture
26:05 Advice for Future Agricultural Students
Australian meat processors are leading the way in research and innovation. There are so many diverse career opportunities, and processors like Greenham are committed to investing in the next generation of business and community leaders like Sophie.
Learn more about the More to Meat campaign, which is showing us the side of the red meat industry we don't often see, by highlighting the good work it does for local people, their rural communities and the country as a whole.
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When buying eggs, what matters to you?
In this chat with Martin Rohde, of Rohde Egg Co, Oli learns what free range actually means, as well as some other intricacies of running a rapidly expanding higher-welfare egg business in South Australia's Clare Valley region.
Even when navigating challenges around COVID-19 and avian influenza, the Rohde family has always kept animal welfare at the core of their business decisions, rather than chasing 'numbers on the board'.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Agribusiness and Video Series
03:14 Meet Martin Roady: A Third Generation Egg Farmer
10:56 Navigating Challenges: COVID-19 and Avian Influenza
21:40 The Importance of Biosecurity in Egg Production
29:50 Future-Proofing the Business: Growth and Sustainability
Check out this video we made in partnership with RSPCA Approved, featuring Martin and his team at Rohde's Free Range Eggs.
Learn more about how the RSPCA Approved Farming Scheme is improving the lives of farmed animals and making higher-welfare eggs available to consumers.
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A new voice joins Humans of Agriculture!
Liv Thorn pokes her face from behind the curtain to share a bit about her background in media and what she brings to her (relatively) new role as Content Specialist in our ever-evolving team.
Liv is a passionate storyteller and determined to propel more authentic, human-led stories from the bush into the mainstream.
A seasoned journalist with over 15 years working in rural media, including presenting ABC's WA Country Hour, Liv brings sharp editorial instincts and a deep understanding of regional life to everything she creates.
Running a sheep and grain farming business with her husband and young family in Kojonup Western Australia, she has lived experience on the land and a strong affinity with Aussie agriculture.
She hopes to weave more WA stories across the Human of Agriculture network and is always keen to hear your ideas!
Get in touch with Liv via hello@humansofagriculture.com or follow her on Instagram or LinkedIn.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Humans of Ag
02:50 The Journey of Liv Thorn
06:05 Transitioning from ABC to Humans of Ag
08:50 The Importance of Authentic Storytelling
11:35 Challenges in Ag Media
14:40 Innovative Content Creation in Agriculture
17:33 The Role of Education in Agriculture
20:26 Future Directions for Humans of Ag
At the heart of Australia’s meat processing industry are the people. From graduates to CEOs, and those who work on the floor, we're letting their stories shine through this special More To Meat series.
In part two, we meet the unforgettable Stephen Duncan, aka Chainy, from Casino Food Company in NSW.
Chainy has been in the red meat processing game since 1985 and has worked just about every role on the factory floor.
Hear his incredible career journey through the ranks and how his passion for the industry is rubbing off on the next generation.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 Career Journey and Early Memories in Meatworks
05:46 The Evolution of the Meat Industry
08:33 Diversity and Community Impact in Meatworks
11:11 Understanding Co-Products and Their Importance
17:03 Changing Perceptions of Meat Works
19:49 Engaging the Next Generation
22:41 Final Thoughts on a Career in Meat Processing
People living in metropolitan areas are hugely dependent on regional industries like red meat processing businesses like Casino Food Co.
Learn more about the More to Meat campaign, which is showing the side of the red meat industry we don't often see.
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In the first episode of our three-part More To Meat series, we're revealing a side of meat production you don't often get to see.
Oli visits Australian Country Choice (ACC) in Brisbane where they've recently processed 6000 head of cattle in just one week. That's enough beef for 49 million spaghetti bolognese meals... enough to feed every Australian twice!
CEO Anthony Lee welcomes us into the ACC factory and explains there's more to red meat processing than just food.
Products are used in pharmaceuticals, makeup, biodiesel, and even artificial heart valves, which are helping to save millions of human lives.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Red Meat Processing Sector
03:07 Leadership and Company Culture at Australian Country Choice
09:40 The Importance of Education in Agriculture
17:26 Innovations and Contributions of the Meat Processing Industry
24:12 The Evolving Workforce in Meat Processing
29:56 The Need for Curriculum Changes in Agricultural Education
36:49 Creating Awareness and Opportunities in Agriculture
Australian Meat Processor Corporation’s latest “Our Steak in Australia” report found 189,000 Australian jobs are supported by red meat processing, across 300 communities. That’s one in 22 Aussie manufacturing jobs.
The industry is estimated to generate more than $29.6 billion in total value added to the economy, contributing to Australia’s standing in the world by bringing our world class red meat to global markets.
Learn more about the More to Meat campaign and Australian Country Choice.
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An 'overnight success' is often many years in the making and that's certainly the case for the Our Cow empire.
Husband and wife duo Dave McGiveron and Bianca Tarrant scraped together a deposit to buy a small cattle property in 2019 and fulfill their dream of being 'mad weaner producers'.
With just one steer to their name, they launched a direct-to-consumer meat business which soon exploded into a meat subscription powerhouse turning over more than $40 million a year.
But it hasn't been without sacrifice, failure and some hair-raising stories of tackling challenges head-on.
Hear what it takes to build Our Cow with two people determined to tighten the connection between consumers and the producers of their food.
takeaways
chapters
00:00 Introduction and Exploring the Dynamics of a Husband and Wife Partnership in Farming
08:56 The Journey to Owning a Farm
14:22 Facing Challenges: Drought and Mental Resilience
17:15 Innovating Through Crisis: The Birth of a New Business Model
27:49 Navigating Growth: Challenges and Opportunities
30:29 COVID-19: A Catalyst for Change
36:54 The Subscription Model: A Lifeline for Survival
42:00 Crowdfunding: Engaging the Community
Check out the meat subscriptions on offer at Our Cow - we think anyone directly supporting Aussie farmers deserves a plug!
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RAS Rural Achiever
Applications are now open for the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW’s 2026 Rural Achiever Award. If you’re in your 20s, making an impact in Aussie ag and your community, this is a HUGE opportunity. Eight finalists will head to the Sydney Royal Easter Show for a jam packed eight days — from Professional Development and Government House, to networking with the movers and shakers in agriculture, plus a share in $17,000 prize money. Entries close Friday 29th August and this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss out on — head to RASNSW.com.au and throw your hat in the ring
Beware, the burn!
Tom & Mick got more than they bargained for in this chat with Wagyu breeder Charlie Perry.
Apart from minor ego bruising, the fellas discovered that breeding some of the country's best Wagyu cattle is about more than just marbling.
Charlie explains how sophisticated genetic tools are helping him grow a more balanced and functional animal, so he and his clients can endure the boom and bust cycles of the wagyu market.
As we creep closer to the Trent Bridge Wagyu bull sale, this episode is not to be missed!
takeaways
00:00 Introduction and Wagyu Market Insights
06:00 Supply Chain Challenges and Predictions
09:54 Stud Business and Breeding Strategies
17:56 Wagyu Feeder Check and Genetic Tools
21:50 Commercial Considerations and Market Trends
Located at Aberfoyle on the Northern Tablelands NSW, Trent Bridge Wagyu is a family owned and operated stud producing high performing bulls for the Fullblood and F1 market since 2005.
Learn more about the Trent Bridge Wagyu story and the 2025 Bull Sale on September 4th, on farm and online via AuctionsPlus.
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RAS Rural Achiever
Applications are now open for the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW’s 2026 Rural Achiever Award. If you’re in your 20s, making an impact in Aussie ag and your community, this is a HUGE opportunity. Eight finalists will head to the Sydney Royal Easter Show for a jam packed eight days — from Professional Development and Government House, to networking with the movers and shakers in agriculture, plus a share in $17,000 prize money. Entries close Friday 29th August and this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss out on — head to RASNSW.com.au and throw your hat in the ring
There are many fascinating pockets of Aussie agriculture and Grace Griffiths is keen to explore them all.
A few years ago, Grace created 101 Ag Pathways to showcase the plethora of roles and career pathways into agriculture.
Grace is an agronomist, cotton grower, GIS specialist and part of her family business Data Ag, based in Goodiwindi QLD.
She chats about the chaos of juggling multiple roles, how her side passion project is opening doors to a new generation of ag professionals, and why Bayer's crop innovation is shaping a more sustainable and attractive cotton industry.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Grace Griffiths and the Cotton Industry
03:07 The Importance of Traceability in Cotton Production
05:52 Grace's Journey Back to Gundawindi
12:00 Innovations in Cotton Farming and Bayer's Role
15:07 The Evolution of Cotton Varieties and Sustainability
18:01 101 Ag Career Pathways: Bridging the Knowledge Gap
21:09 Exploring Overlooked Careers in Agriculture
Links:
This is a sponsored series in partnership with Bayer Crop Science Australia, showcasing Bayer's commitment to innovation; supporting Aussie agriculture and backing rural communities.
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This week we’re wrapping up our series in partnership with Bayer Crop Science Australia. We’ve heard from staff at Bayer about the work they do supporting growers and industry in public affairs and regulation, but we’ve also heard how Bayer is focused on the farmers who are out in the paddocks growing food and fibre for Australia and the world. To cap off the series today we have the remarkable Grace Griffiths chatting about her many hats as a grower, agronomist and sustainability lead. Enjoy!
The biotech at the fingertips of farmers is super exciting. But is regulation keeping pace with scientific leaps?
Biotech like gene editing has the potential to revolutionise the industry - by not only enhancing crop yields, but supporting sustainable farming practices, and helping address global climate change and food security.
Michael Leader's job with Bayer is an interesting one - he's the bridge connecting the science labs and the regulators; translating complex new biotech innovation to policy makers.
In this chat Michael discusses the legislative hurdles for biotech, use of AI in new crop protection technologies, the new biotech in the pipeline for farmers, and the careers in agriculture that go beyond the paddock.
Michael Leader is the Regulatory Policy & Stakeholder Engagement Manager for the Asia region, for Bayer Crop Science Australia.
Takeaways
Chapters
03:06 The Intersection of Law and Molecular Biology
05:58 Career Journey in Regulatory Policy
09:03 Current Work and Responsibilities at Bayer
12:08 Opportunities in Asian Agriculture
17:57 Challenges and Misconceptions in Biotechnology
23:55 Regulatory Hurdles in Biotechnology
26:58 Future of Agricultural Innovation
Links:
This is a sponsored series in partnership with Bayer Crop Science Australia, showcasing Bayer's commitment to innovation; supporting Aussie agriculture and backing rural communities.
This week we’re wrapping up our series in partnership with Bayer Crop Science Australia. We’ve heard from staff at Bayer about the work they do supporting growers and industry in public affairs and regulation, but we’ve also heard how Bayer is focused on the farmers who are out in the paddocks growing food and fibre for Australia and the world. To cap off the series today we have the remarkable Grace Griffiths chatting about her many hats as a grower, agronomist and sustainability lead. Enjoy!
When Tim Felan was exploring career options fresh out of uni a decade ago, marrying his love for agriculture and finance together just made sense.
But he says 'falling into' a trial internship at Rabobank is what really fast-tracked his career to becoming National Manager of Major Agribusiness Clients.
He was pleased to see the Rabo Graduate Program formalised in 2023, exposing more uni graduates to the incredible possibilities open to young people in the food and agribusiness sector.
Hear how the 18 month bespoke grad program is tapping into the talent pool early, which Tim says is bringing fresh ideas to tackling global challenges in ag.
takeaways
chapters
00:00 Introduction and Career Path in Agribanking
06:17 The Value of Graduate Programs in Agribusiness
08:30 The Rabo Difference: What Sets Rabobank Apart
09:47 Opportunities in Agriculture for Future Generations
Find out more about the 2026 Rabo Graduate Program and get cracking as applications close 18th August!
This episode of Humans of Agriculture is brought to you by our Partners at Rabobank Australia.
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Choosing to get along seems to be the mindset critical to the success of the Coggan family mixed farming business over five generations.
Juggling a massive beef, lamb and grain operation in Queensland's Western Downs, siblings Emily, Tom and Sarah are fast becoming a leading force in the early adoption of ag technology.
They're the first beef farmers in Australia to use halter collars, allowing them to double the number of breeder cattle grazing otherwise unproductive land, with virtually zero labour or fencing costs.
You can't miss this fascinating chat with three dynamic young farmers, all with open minds and the courage to back each other and give just about anything a crack!
takeaways
chapters
00:00 Introduction and Roles in the Family Business
06:10 Career Paths and Returning to the Farm
09:02 The Importance of Family Dynamics
17:39 Adoption of Technology in Agriculture
20:46 Evaluating New Technologies
23:39 Success Stories with Ag Tech
26:52 Attracting the Next Generation to Agriculture
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