Humans of Agriculture

This week we're heading to a tiny little town called Tilba on the South Coast of NSW. An old mining town, the small mainstreet pops under an enormous mountain.For generations Tilba Dairy has been providing jobs, amazing dairy products and played a key part of the social fabric that makes this town what it is.So, what's the value of branded businesses to small communities like Tilba

Kate Gunn, is a clinical psychologist and founder of iFarmWell, in this episode she discusses the importance of mental health and wellbeing in the agriculture industry. She shares her journey of researching farmers' mental health and the need for support in rural communities. Kate explains how iFarmWell was created to provide accessible and farmer-focused resources for improving me

Darren Thomas is the CEO of Thomas Foods International and in this episode we chat about his journey, the family business, and how they've not just made the most of opportunities they've overcome huge adversity. From growing into new international markets, supporting local communities, the business is proud of its heritage and excited for the future.TakeawaysBeing present and conne

Sarah Crosthwaite is a a rural mental health clinician from Northeast Victoria, and she has worked as a rural outreach counsellor to farmers across our region. The rest of the time she works with her husband and their team on our 550-cow dairy farm in the Kiewa Valley.Sarah Crosthwaite discusses her journey in addressing mental health issues within farming communities. She shares i

Daniel Kahl, a cotton farmer from Narrabri, Australia, discusses his involvement in the cotton industry and his recent appointment to the board of Cotton Australia. He talks about the resurgence of young people in the town and the collaborative nature of the industry. Daniel also addresses misconceptions and myths surrounding cotton farming, highlighting the industry's progress in

In this episode, Stefan Vogel, the General Manager of Rabo Research for Australia and New Zealand, shares insights into his extensive career in agriculture and the role of RaboResearch in the agricultural sector. He discusses the importance of understanding the food supply chain, the characteristics of effective team members, and the global insights that impact local agriculture. S

In the heart of Dubbo, NSW, a remarkable story unfolds at The Little Big Dairy Co, where Emma Elliott and her father, Steve Chesworth, are not just dairy farmers, but they regard themselves as environmentalists. Their journey showcasing the importance of embracing new and sustainable practices in the dairy industry to benefit both the environment and the bottom line. We discuss:The

Our Quarterly update with the team from LAWD is back and we've got Danny Thomas in the hot seat to chat all things property.We exploreThe different tiers of the rural property marketthe impact of interest rates on family farms versus institutional investorsInternational flow of money and new entrantsthe future of agricultural land pricesThe importance of strategic planning for the

He lived in 20 houses by the time he was 20, that ability to meet new people and build rapport have been central to his career success.In his first year with LAWD he transacted nearly a billion dollars in farm sales.In this chat we cover:Danny's background and upbringingHis love of the Northern Victoria RegionHis career from the Valuers General Office to leading global agriculture

The boys have been on a mid-year holiday (or so it seems). They had the chance to sit down with Ed & Bea in mid-August so this one has taken a few weeks to get Liveeee... that said, lets get into it! In this episode of the Tom and Mick show, the boys are sitting down with Ed Bradley and Bea Litchfield of Hazeldean Angus and Hazeldean Merino studs. They discuss their career back