Profitable Farmer

As always, it is great to speak with Terry Tran and get an update on what is happening across our economy and the global investment landscape.In this episode, and 6 months after our last update from Terry, we cover all things interest rates, inflation, commodities outlooks, exchange rates and economies.We get Terry’s valued insight across the USA, China, Russia/Ukraine and other

We all have a role to play in inspiring our next generation of farmers – now there is a compelling program and pathway to make this happen.In this episode, Hutch speaks with Chloe Smart, Training and Career Development Coordinator at AgCareerStarts. As Chloe explains, AgCareerStarts provides on-farm employment opportunities for 17 to 24 year olds interested in pursuing a career i

‘Farm Systems’ or ‘Grower Groups’ play a pivotal part in our farming landscape. Of these, Birchip Cropping Group (BCG) is the pinnacle. Providing large-scale, in-season crop & pasture production trials, the latest research intelligence and important production improvement training to progressive farmers across Victoria’s Wimmera & Mallee for over 30 years, BCG is

It’s incredible seeing the results members of our Platinum Mastermind are achieving, their commitment to the program and the progression of their business and personal development. FOA Alumni Members David (Diesel) & Rhianne Low, make a great example of this. Commencing the program in July 2017, Diesel & Rhianne have become valued members and real contributors to our

In this episode, I am delighted to introduce to you Zoe Lamont, owner of Farm Door Riverina, a growing regional food business providing ready-made, wholesome meals to busy families, retirees and the elderly across Australia. Growing up on a farm near Junee, Zoe has deep ties to the land and a vision for bringing high-quality, wholesome, locally sourced food to families across Austr

In complement to our last two episodes that focus on on-farm culture and team, in this episode, I explore a question we receive often: When is the right time and how do we best establish an Advisory Board? There is an important set of business practices and disciplines that need to be in place and effective prior to establishing a Board. It is important that as business owners we

CULTURE - we all have one, whether we like it or not. Within our business, our family, even our community. Leaving our culture unchecked can be a disaster. Accepting a sub optimal culture can be destroying... for you AND those around you. At Farm Owners Academy, we believe deeply in creating high-performing teams and cultures, both in family AND business. Once again giving yo

It is clear to me that so many of us are under-resourced. As such, we dedicate 20-40 hours per week to low-value farm activity, often at the expense of CEO-level tasks. For me, this continued focus on low-value activity might save a wage, but it's costing you a FORTUNE. This episode is all about how to break free from that cycle and step into the role of a true business leader.

Nuffield International’s vision is to inspire people to make a difference in the world of agriculture. It is fair to say this great organisation is truly achieving it’s global vision- directly as a result of the many great leaders of Nuffield, like Jim Geltch, who have committed much of their careers to making this happen. It was a privilege for me to speak this week with a

Imagine losing your arms, legs, body and your entire outlook on life… at age 19. Imagine being in the prime of your life, only to have it all taken away. Imagine having to start over, come to terms with that hardship, yet find the determination to get on with life. Imagine how hard it would be to ‘stand back up’ and turn up to life again. Then, imagine successfully re