Boots Off Log On!: Recent Episodes
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Welcome to Boots Off Log On, a podcast where we talk all things farm business. With rapid progression within the industry, farm businesses are expected to comply with ever-changing legislation, implement HR policies and deal with legal issues. We want to impart relevant information and knowledge that will provide ease of mind and help improve the overall health of farm businesses.
Whether you are a generational farmer or paving your own way in the industry, this is the podcast for you. We will focus on all things agribusiness, from finance to management, compliance, innovations, heartwarming personal stories and triumphs of all that have been where you are.
We aim to bring insights advice, tips, tricks and wisdom from the leaders in the industry. So join us on this journey and let’s highlight the beauty of being a part of the Australian Ag industry.
Join us on this captivating episode as we delve into the personal journey of Oli Le Lievre, the visionary behind "Humans of Agriculture." Through heartfelt conversations, Oli shares his inspiring path into the world of agriculture, the challenges he overcame, and the evolution that led to the creation of the acclaimed podcast. We explore how Oli's experiences as a jackaroo in Australia and Canada shaped his profound understanding of agriculture. Discover the pivotal moments that ignited Oli's passion for the sector, from his role in the Global Food Innovation Summit to his insights as an Agtech startup professional.
Uncover the origins of "Humans of Agriculture" and the emotional connection that drives its success. Learn how the podcast's storytelling approach captures the heart and soul of agriculture, making everyday heroes out of ordinary individuals. Oli reflects on the milestones that marked the podcast's growth and offers a glimpse into the secrets behind its popularity.
But it's not all about agriculture – find out Oli's hobbies and pastimes outside of this realm. We also debunk a major myth surrounding agriculture that has persisted beyond the sector.
As we wrap up, Oli opens up about the fulfilling and rewarding aspects of his work with "Humans of Agriculture," sharing how it has transformed his perspective on agriculture and the world at large. Join us in envisioning the future as Oli reveals his aspirations and goals for the podcast's impact on the agricultural community and beyond.
Tune in to this episode for an emotional journey that paints agriculture in a whole new light, inspiring change and connection through the power of storytelling.
In this special episode, we take a step back to revisit one of our most inspiring conversations: "The Unbreakable Farmer" with Warren Davies. Our podcast has been gaining popularity, and many new listeners have asked us which older episodes they should start with. Today, we've got the perfect one for you.
At "Boots Off, Log On," we believe that the key to success in modern farm businesses lies in getting the people side of the business right. Family, employees, and our own mental health are crucial aspects to focus on, and Warren Davies' story exemplifies this.
If you're new to the podcast, we recommend starting with this episode to gain valuable insights from Warren Davies' remarkable journey of self-discovery and success. But don't worry, we'll be back with more great guests and episodes in August.
In the mean time, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to learn about rural mental health and find ways to support themselves and their communities.
In this episode, we sit down with Stuart Wesley, the principal consultant at Oasis People and Culture. Renowned for his expertise in culture development, leadership coaching, conflict resolution, and developing relational maturity and human interaction skills which uniquely positions him to address the challenges and opportunities that arise during the succession process.
During our conversation, we explore the crucial questions one must ask when embarking on the journey of succession planning. Stuart shares his insights on the most important considerations to ensure a smooth transition of leadership within a family business. From assessing the family's readiness to identifying potential conflicts, we delve deep into the core aspects of this critical process.
We also explored the role of legal and accounting professionals in the succession process - How families should involve these experts to ensure a well-structured and legally sound transition. By drawing parallels with non-family businesses, family businesses can learn valuable lessons in terms of succession planning and the importance of appointing qualified individuals.
Join us in this thought-provoking episode of "Boots Off, Log On," where we navigate the complexities of succession planning, unravelling the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for family businesses.
In today's episode, we have a special guest, John Francis, a highly experienced farm business advisor hailing from Wagga Wagga in New South Wales. John is the proud Director and Consultant at Agrista, where he has garnered extensive knowledge in the field of agriculture. With 15 years of experience as an Agronomist and another 15 years dedicated to farm business advisory, John is well-equipped to guide clients in enhancing their core profitability.
During our conversation, we delve into the crucial aspects of running a profitable livestock enterprise. Specifically, we explore the significance of adopting a per hectare and per DSE (Dry Sheep Equivalent) focus to maximise returns from your land. Additionally, we shed light on calculating the critical farm business measure of Return on Asset managed, considering the current landscape of soaring land prices and asset values.
We also address the recent changes in the farm business environment, such as increasing interest rates, high inflation, and softening commodity prices. Despite these challenges, John highlights the wealth creation opportunities that exist for businesses with strong financial management skills. As we navigate this new economic environment, it becomes evident that mastering financial management, budgeting, and cashflow skills will be paramount for businesses to thrive.
This conversation offers a captivating and informative insight into farm business management, delivered by one of the industry's leading experts. We are confident that you will gain valuable knowledge from John's expertise.
Welcome back to the podcast, where we delve into the challenges that farm businesses face in Australia, particularly in finding and retaining employees. In this episode, we speak with John Boote, a straight-shooting recruiter for farm businesses across the country, who founded Drover Ag Recruitment in 2019.
Through Drover Ag, John has been able to connect with and help thousands of farming clients and candidates towards better employment outcomes. Drover Ag is now Australia's most recognised and recommended Agricultural recruitment agency, and John employs a team of recruitment specialists, all experienced in agriculture, who are based across rural Australia.
We discuss the mindset shift that farmers need to make to attract and retain good employees, emphasising the importance of looking inward at their own business culture.
According to John, communication, inclusion, and the elimination of micro-management are key to engaging and retaining good employees. He also notes that although agriculture offers excellent career opportunities, the industry has a poor reputation as an employer, making it the collective responsibility of farmers to change this culture.
We explore how good operators find and retain quality staff, which is a strategic advantage for their business. If you're a farmer looking to employ people, this is insightful advice that you won't want to ignore.
Listen to John's wisdom and insight to start your journey towards becoming an employer of choice in the industry.
In this podcast episode, Sarah Nolet sheds light on the topic of Agtech and its impact on the agricultural industry. She begins by discussing how Agtech has become a hot topic at farming events and in the farming media. However, she emphasizes that Agtech is not just limited to apps, IoT, and equipment for tractors, as it is a deep and complex field that is having an impact across the entire agricultural supply chain.
As the Co-Founder and General Partner of Tenacious Ventures, a Venture Capital and Private Equity firm focused on Agritech, and the CEO of Agthentic, an advisory firm, Sarah has a wealth of knowledge and experience in this field. She debunks the myth that Agtech is only focused on the beginning and end of the supply chain and highlights that much of the action is in the middle of the supply chain.
Sarah also discusses climate-focused Agritech, which is an increasingly important area of focus in the industry. She shares her vision of what a Digitally Native Agriculture looks like, which involves a fully integrated, tech-driven, and sustainable agricultural system.
Finally, Sarah provides tips for farmers on evaluating Agtech for their businesses. She highlights the importance of understanding their specific needs and goals and how Agtech can help them achieve those goals. By doing so, farmers can make informed decisions about which Agtech solutions to invest in and which ones to avoid.
This episode provides an insightful and comprehensive overview of Agtech and its impact on the agricultural industry. It is a must-listen for anyone who wants to gain a better understanding of this exciting and rapidly evolving field.
Welcome to our latest podcast episode, where we'll be addressing one of the biggest challenges facing farm businesses today: employing people. As farms grow bigger, they need more hands on deck, and many farmers are discovering that managing people is a very different skill set from managing a farm. In fact, good people management can mean the difference between success and failure for a farm business.
In the next few episodes, we'll be tackling this issue head-on, covering everything from recruitment to HR management and OH&S. Our guest today is Danielle McNamee, the founder of Processworx, has been helping farm businesses manage this increasingly complex area of their business for over 10 years.
In our conversation, we'll cover the essential aspects of employing people on a farm, including contracts, safety, duty of care, and correct payment practices. We'll also discuss how to identify and manage risks on the farm, the difference between contractors and employees, the importance of inductions, and the growing problem of fatigue and accidents.
Danielle will also share how good HR and OH&S systems can attract and retain good staff in your farm business. If you're struggling with employee management or OH&S on your farm, or you just want to see if you're on the right track, then this conversation is for you.
Welcome to our latest podcast episode, where we have the pleasure of speaking with Sam Marwood, the co-founder of Cultivate Farms. Founded with his good friends Tim and Tegan Hicks, who share the same vision of “rejuvenating rural communities”.
In this episode, we'll explore the innovative solutions Cultivate Farms offers to address the age-old problem of retiring farmers who want to retain ownership of their business while passing the reins to a younger generation of farmers.
Cultivate Farms helps match retiring farmers who want to maintain ownership of their business with young, talented, and enthusiastic farm business managers. These managers do not own land yet but are interested in investing in farming and have long-term careers as farm managers.
By offering a unique and ground-breaking solution to this issue, Cultivate Farms is revitalizing rural communities by nurturing a new generation of farmers.
In a world where selling or leasing appears to be the only feasible option for aging farmers, Cultivate Farms has opened up a whole new realm of opportunities for aspiring farmers who never saw farm ownership as a realistic option before.
Join us as Sam shares his fascinating insights into the future of farming, farm communities, and careers in agriculture. Whether you're an experienced farmer looking to pass on your legacy or a young, ambitious, and aspiring farmer seeking to make your mark in the world of agriculture, this conversation is bound to inspire you.
Join us on this inspiring journey as we delve into the remarkable story of Warren Davies, also known as "The Unbreakable Farmer." Our conversation today centres on the critical topic of rural mental health, and Warren brings a unique perspective to this important issue.
Warren's journey took a turn when the harsh realities of farming took a toll on his mental health, leading him to walk away from his passion. Despite facing an identity crisis and struggling to find his place in the world, Warren's unwavering resilience, persistence, and determination drove him to rebuild his life and career and created the foundation for what he teaches, preaches and lives today.
Through his experiences, Warren now shares his story and imparts his skills to inspire others to overcome their challenges. One of the tools he shares is the "Unbreakable Wheel of Wellbeing," which emphasizes the importance of communication, connection, and seeking help. We can all benefit from these vital lessons, regardless of where we live.
During our discussion, we explore key topics such as authentic leadership, mental health and wellbeing, building strong communities, and the importance of resilience, persistence, and determination in the face of adversity. Tune in to gain valuable insights and learn from Warren's remarkable journey of self-discovery and success. This podcast is a must-listen for anyone who wants to learn about rural mental health and find ways to support themselves and their communities.
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In this episode, we speak to Simone Cameron, Director of Regions and Projects for NT Farmers. Simone is a teacher and an agronomist who is a passionate advocate for agriculture in the Northern Territory and is committed to promoting research and extension in the sector.
Simone is a finalist for the 2022 NT AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award for connecting innovative technology with the farming sector to support the sustainable diversification of development opportunities across the North of Australia. She is one of only twelve women in Australia to be selected to complete the 2022 NFF Diversity in Agriculture program.
We discuss the importance of diversity in the Agricultural industry and her experience of being recognized as a leader in the sector. She shares her advice to women pursuing a career in Ag and relates to her own real-life experiences. Simone also dives into her vision for sustainable and sensitive diversification and development opportunities.
In this episode, we speak to Simone Cameron, Director of Regions and Projects for NT Farmers. Simone is a teacher and an agronomist who is a passionate advocate for agriculture in the Northern Territory and is committed to promoting research and extension in the sector.
Simone is a finalist for the 2022 NT AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award for connecting innovative technology with the farming sector to support the sustainable diversification of development opportunities across the North of Australia. She is one of only twelve women in Australia to be selected to complete the 2022 NFF Diversity in Agriculture program.
We discuss the importance of diversity in the Agricultural industry and her experience of being recognized as a leader in the sector. She shares her advice to women pursuing a career in Ag and relates to her own real-life experiences. Simone also dives into her vision for sustainable and sensitive diversification and development opportunities.
In this episode, we speak to Bronson Gledhill about growers’ innovative business improvements and benchmarking programs to help them in the race to stay profitable in the face of rising costs.
Bronson is a Partner at Ag consulting firm Planfarm; he dives into key learnings after over five years of benchmarking and how you, as a vegetable or a pome grower, can lift your profitability and optimise your revenue. Bronson talks about how the top 25% are driving an increase in revenue through long-term top management and operational strategies rather than cutting down costs. We also cover how you can apply these learnings to your business to be more financially successful than ever before, in addition to:
- Painting a picture of the horticulture industry
- Insights from the 2020-21 annual reports
- Operating expense differences between the top and bottom producers
- Exploring the management practices of the top 25%
- Profitability drivers in horticulture
- Recommend financial and business practices for new horticultural clients
A not to miss episode for all vegetable and pome growers with key business lessons for all farmers in any industry.
We speak to Jill Fotheringhame about how she and her husband Keith grew their farm from a small sheep and wheat farm in the late 1980s to the large and successful cattle feedlot and grain business today.
Jill owns and manages a beef feedlot and grain enterprise with her husband and son Todd in Karlgarin, Western Australia.
Jill provides practical advice on the following:
- Managing high-interest rates
- The changes in farm technology
- How to autosteer phone calls from brothers
- Beneficial financial management habits and routines
- Succession and allowing the next generation to run the show.
Jill believes that good family relationships are the cornerstone of a successful farm business and that it is all about “relationships, communication, and involvement.”
Sit back where ever you are listening and enjoy Jill’s story and wisdom.
Chris grew up on the family farm at Coomberdale in the wheatbelt of Western Australia. He’s been immersed in the grains industry since 1995 and has held numerous roles in research, extension, sales, marketing, and consultancy. With a deep knowledge and passion for the grains industry and a solid reputation for working for farmers, Tonks founded Ten Tigers in 2004 as a dedicated grain marketing advisory business.
Rob needs little introduction to the accounting firms of Australia, as he has been working to help improve the profit of accounting firms for nearly 30 years.
Rob is passionate about accounting firms, and as the one trusted adviser every business needs, they are leaving profit on the table.
Rob talks about the simple things rock star accounting firms do differently from the others that deliver them real wealth creation and very happy sticky clients.
We talk about the double edge sword of increasing automation technology in the accounting profession, how it is driving up productivity and lowering firm costs, yet it could result in a race to the bottom as it risks lowering an accountant’s understanding of their client’s business and therefore their real needs.
Rob says: 87% of the revenue of firms is all about historical services – or writing up history. Only 13% of accounting firms’ revenue comes from proactive advisory services.
Rob shares with us practical ways that you as a firm can start the journey from reactive tax & audit-dominated services to proactive services like cash flow, profit & management accounting, providing increased client value and firm profit.
This is a must-listen for any accounting firm, with a high level of wisdom and advice per minute.
To quote Rob: “If you are part of their cost, they can easily get rid of you, but If you are part of their profit, then they can’t get enough of you”
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If you require help regarding wills and estate planning, Janene Bon, Special Counsel of HHG Legal Group, will be your best solution. As grim as it is, Janene stated it's never too early to start your estate planning and reviewing your will. It can be a daunting and complicated process, but it doesn't have to be. Regardless of your age, occupation or wealth accumulated, it will give you peace of mind knowing all your loved ones will be taken care of if the unforeseen is to occur. It's understandable wanting to delay it as much as you can, but it's about having open communication, being fair to all family members and minimising any possible risks before they arise.
Get all the insights you need by joining David and Janene in this special Dowerin Fields Day episode.
Dowerin Field Days are always filled with excitement, the hustle and bustle of the crowd. This particular episode is recorded at Dowerin Field Days 2022, and our host is joined by Scott Green, Finanical Advisor at Ord Minnett.
Together with David, Scott will discuss issues and conditions causing changes within the trading market, the fundamentals of trading and actions you can take to gain the best result in these volatile markets.
In this episode, our host David is joined by the founder of Agrarian Management, Paul McKenzie, focusing on the topic of conversation at every rural gathering - land prices. Over the years, Australia's land prices have been on a rising trajectory. A report published by Rural Bank stated that the median price per hectare of Australian farmland has increased by 20% in 2021 to $7,087 per hectare. David and Paul will discuss the impact of rising land and commodity prices, the alternatives to buying more land and the land buying headwinds that must be considered before purchase.
Paul has over 29 years of experience providing advice in farm business management, corporate governance, risk mitigation, finance, grain marketing, staff recruitment and succession planning to high-net wealth farm business owners and investors. His impressive credentials continue as Paul is also the Director of several ASX, research and large private and sovereign wealth agri companies and an enthusiastic farmer.
This episode is joined by Paul Burke, CEO of NT Farmers. Paul has been a passionate agricultural advocate for over 20 years, from representing Agforce in Queensland to Northern Territory Cattlemans Association, NT Department of Primary Industry and Resources and now as the CEO of NT farmers.
Together with David, Paul will discuss one of the hot topics in agriculture; biosecurity and how farmers and the wider community can actively manage the risks. They will explore the strategies on how you, as a farmer, can include biosecurity into your financial planning and budgeting habits to improve your banking relationships and lower your financial risks and lending margins. Throughout the episode, Paul helps us understand the uniqueness of Northern Australia and paints a compelling picture of his vision for the industry.
Being in the farm business is not for the faint of hearts. For those outside the profession, it's easy to assume the operation/production side of the business is the only aspect that needs focus. But that cannot be furthest from the truth.
In today's episode, Agrimaster's Director David shares his personal journey into the industry and the importance of being exposed to all aspects of the business, specifically financial management. Like many, David officially began his farming journey fresh out of university. He assumed his newfound theoretical knowledge was all that was needed for him to continue his family farming legacy. Being the son of the founder of Agrimaster, David was never hidden from budgeting, cash flow process or the financial side of the business. But being the young farmer that he was, he admitted taking over the books or understanding the numbers was never a priority until the worst happened when the wool prices crashed in 1996.
If you are reading this and thinking you can relate, listen to this episode and get the insights, learnings and strategies he implemented to gain an in-depth understanding of financial aspects.
This episode is joined by two special guests, Anna-Lisa Newman and David Neve, long-term users of Agrimaster share their personal journey into farming and the importance of building financial management skills over time. Anna-Lisa is a proactive and successful farmer as well as being the founding Chairwoman of Women In Farming Enterprise (WIFE). Anna-Lisa began her farming journey with her husband Craig in 2003. Throughout the episode, Anna-Lisa and David talk about how they work together, how to maximise the value from your advisor, personal benchmarking and the importance of developing management recordkeeping and cash flow management rhythm.
This special episode is joined by the founder and writer of Agrimaster, Kent Egerton-Warburton, who has been honoured with a Medal of the Order of Australia for his service to the Agtech sector.
What started as a passion project 40 years ago with a simple goal of developing a program that could be used on his own farm is now being used by thousands of farmers across Australia.
From being a sheep farmer to becoming a self-taught programmer, Kent has done an incredible job creating a program that has stood the test of time.
Listen to Kent's journey now.
2021 was a record-breaking year for Australian farmers. Despite the changes within the market and the new set of challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, Australian farmers excelled in their fields. However, with the continuous economic and political changes that significantly impact the global scale, it can be difficult to navigate and make concrete decisions for the growth of your farm business. With high fluctuations within the market, one wrong decision can result in major losses, which can have a domino effect on your upcoming year's production.
In today's episode, David will be joined by Rob Grima, a farm business consultant with Planfarm with 20 years of experience within the industry. Together with David, Rob will discuss what factors should be accounted for and anticipated for in the 2022/2023 farming seasons, strategies to invest your profit and the importance of keeping strong financial disciplines in both 'good' and 'bad' years.
Australia's population is on a rising trajectory, estimated to be almost 26 million, and of those, only 4 million live in rural and regional Australia. But what's more, there are only a little over 1.5 million settled in Australia's 1614 country towns which have a population of less than 5000. Each year this number is declining at a rate of 1% while major cities are growing. These small towns play essential roles in servicing the 55,000 broadacre farms. So why is there a rapid decline? Is there a solution to attract quality workers for significant roles to be filled on the farm? Is there any government support to better the situation?
In this episode, David is joined by the CEO of WAFarmers, Trevor Whittington, to answer all these questions. Together they discussed the importance of implementing actions such as improving education and healthcare system to providing incentives for families to attract skilled workers for the survival of these towns.
In this episode, we'll introduce you to Matt Dart from DB Ag. Matt has been involved in the agriculture sector for 20 years. Matt held the position of Agribusiness Manager at Westpac and Rabo Bank in both Albury and Wagga for nine years. Mat manages "Felix Farm" for the DB Group, responsible for input procurement, contractor facilitation, financial control, budgeting and the completion of day to day operations on the property at Ariah Park. In addition to completing the financial control and administration for the group.
Together with David, Matt will discuss his journey into the ag industry and different management structures on the farm that you can explore, which will help you separate family from business and provide valuable advice on retaining great talent.
In this final episode of the Facey Group mini-series collaboration, our hosts David and Kelly are joined by Ian Donaldson, Manager of the Real Estate Appraisal Team at Rabobank. Ian has a broad range of agricultural experience and has been with Rabobank for almost 20 years. With his strong expertise across a wide range of farming enterprises across all the WA agricultural regions, together with our hosts, Ian will discuss the reasons behind the increase in land and lease prices, what actions you can take as a farmer, and possible future trends and opportunities, and the impact of market changes on the value of your land. With current market situations, you can expect the unexpected. Get the insights today!
Regardless of the industry, understanding the laws that you’ll be operating under is essential. As part of the continuous collaboration with the Facey Group, our hosts David and Kelly will be joined by Phil and Danielle from Bailiwick Legal to explain the concept of ‘Duty of Care’ with real-life examples and cases that have happened as well as explore the intersection between legal obligations and ‘social licence to farm’.
Phill Brunner, the Managing Director and Danielle Edwards, an Associate at Bailiwick Legal, a firm that’s been recognised as the leader in Agribusiness Law in Western Australia, offering specialist legal solutions to advance and protect the interests of corporations and families in the ag industry. Phil has been repeatedly recognised as a ‘Leading Agribusiness Lawyer' by Doyle's Guide and has appeared before Fari Work Australia, the Federal Magistrates Court and the Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission. Danielle graduated from Murdoch University with a Bachelor of Laws degree, before going on to complete her Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice through the College of Law. She was admitted to practice as a Solicitor in the Supreme Court of Western Australia in 2016 and the High Court of Australia in 2019.
Carbon farming is a terminology that we are all familiar with, but it’s an area where we lack an in-depth understanding. As part of the Facey Group mini-series collaboration, Malcolm Gillet from Green Collar will be interviewed by our hosts David and Kelly in this episode. Malcolm explains what carbon farming is, why you as a farmer should start educating yourself about it, where it may fit into your farming business and its impact as another source of farm income.
Malcolm Gillett is a WA Business Development Management for Green Collar, Australia’s largest environmental markets investor and project developer. Green Collar helps farmers, graziers and land managers to identify and create commercial opportunities through nature-based projects that enhance their productive agricultural enterprise while caring for the environment and delivering tangible social and economic benefits.
Welcome to the very first episode of a special five weeks collaboration with the Facey Group. Today, our host, David, will be interviewed by Kelly Pearce, CEO of the Facey Group.
Running a farm business is rewarding and the riskiest business to be in. There are many unpredictabilities beginning with climate conditions, political situations, and unstable market conditions; no one can control these conditions. But one thing that you have a hundred per cent control over is your cash flow.
In this episode, David shares his insights into the importance of establishing a budgeting rhythm and a good cash flow forecasting model, helping you to predict the unpredictables, and giving you time and mental clarity to make the best decision for your farm business.
In this episode, you’ll hear Mark’s perspective on the importance of implementing an industry-specific management accounting system as opposed to a generic system that only focuses on tax accounting needs. According to Mark, industry-specific management capabilities should not be overlooked as they provide valuable information on where the farm business is at, how it’s performing, opportunities that are present and possible risks that need to be addressed to drive business success.
Mark Morton is an entrepreneur and founder of Agribusiness Concepts Consultancy in northern NSW. He has an over 30-year career in agribusiness by working for banks dedicated to the agribusiness field and eventually progressed into a consultancy role focused on the cotton and rice industry. As a consultant, he had access to the best Excel spreadsheet in the market but for Mark, it only reinforced the need for a consistent financial management process specific to ag leading him to create Practical Systems, a software that helps to manage and unlock the value of data embedded within the farm operations. He is an experienced CEO with a track record of delivering technology solutions to primary producers in Australia and New Zealand, delivering growth and value to customers and shareholders.
Jack Hayes is a Manager within the Agribusiness division in one of Western Australia's largest accounting firms Byfields Business Advisors. Jack has over 10 years of experience working within the accounting and taxation industry and having grown up on the family farm in Badgingarra, Jack has an established, long-standing passion for the agriculture industry, with a particular interest in the latest farming practices and technology.
In this episode, we’ll be talking about one of the complex topics to tackle within the farm business - succession particular from a younger generation’s point of view, which is often missed in the discussion. According to Jack, succession planning has become much more personal and relationship-based than the traditional understanding of the transfer of assets. With many futures on the line, Jack outlined the importance of opening up the line of communication to start the planning process as early as possible for a successful transition.
In this very first episode, we’ll introduce you to a special guest, Natalie Egerton-Warburton. Together with David, we’ll take you back to the very beginning of Agrimaster, its 40 years history and how the husband and wife team is leading the program to be the leader in the industry. Throughout the episode, you'll hear Natalies' passion for financial management and the importance of having financial records. It's not every day that you associate having peace of mind with financial management. According to Natalie, knowing your numbers will help you make informed decisions, less stress, and allow you to have good conversations with your farm business partners.