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LISTEN: Your network is your net worth with Richard Rains

Knowledge sharing has long been part of the fabric of agriculture, but the weave looks a little different these days.

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LISTEN: Aligning families, growing wealth & protecting legacies with Chloe Arthur

Beyond operational handovers, Ben explores the intricate process of preparing the next generation to take over the family business (or resulting...

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LISTEN: The new depreciation rules affecting your next machinery upgrade

In this episode, we delve into the tax trap that will affect many farmers and graziers when purchasing new machinery.

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LISTEN: How drones are transforming agriculture

A fourth-generation grazier from north-west Queensland and the founder of SkyKelpie, Luke Chaplain's expertise in drone mustering has made him a...

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LISTEN: Aligning family values for farm success

Business coach and co-founder of The Farm Owners Academy, Andrew Roberts, joined me in our latest episode for a fascinating discussion around the...

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LISTEN: New evidence shows cattle are climate heroes

In this episode, we welcome back Founding Director of RCS Australia and Chairman of CarbonLink, Dr. Terry McCosker, to share some exciting new...

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LISTEN: Strategies to retain and attract top notch employees

If you are like the many driven rural producers who have faced challenges in attracting and retaining great staff, then you’ll want to tune into my...

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LISTEN: Strategies for success with your farm manager

Today we welcome back John Moor, a seasoned expert in managing employees, to discuss the challenges that farm owners face in finding, valuing,...

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LISTEN: Cultivating harmony and resolving conflicts in farming families

In this episode, we're talking about a topic that often doesn't get enough attention: the value of strong family relationships for people on the land.

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AgTech

LISTEN: Productive mindsets and positivity on-farm

In today's episode, we welcome back Shane Bird, mindset coach, speaker & trainer, to share strategies for farmers to maintain a positive and...

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AgTech

LISTEN: Transforming ag with our CEO Angus Street

From ChatGPT to data-driven decision making, to the use of drones and biotechnology, how are the latest technologies going to transform farming...

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LISTEN: Navigating the pitfalls of renewable energy agreements

In recent years, there has been a growing trend of farmers signing agreements with renewable energy companies to lease their land for wind or solar...

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LISTEN: Is it time to break up with your mediocre accountant?

What makes a great accountant - and what are the dangers of a mediocre one?

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LISTEN: Exploring the Potential of Tourism as a Business Opportunity

Tapping into the lucrative tourism market for rural producers is a serious opportunity for those on the land.

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LISTEN: Partnerships, Companies & Family Trusts - Why Rural Producers Need to Review Their Structures Now

Most rural producers have structures in place like partnerships, companies and trusts - but often, these structures don't get the attention they need.

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LISTEN: How The Top 25% of Graziers Generate 100% of the Beef Industry Profits with Ian McLean

In this episode, Ian McLean and I will be discussing how the top 25% of beef producers generate 100% of the beef industry profits.

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LISTEN: Is Corporate Domination of Agriculture Inevitable?

Today I'm going to be discussing some of the problems with corporate investment into Australian Agriculture with special guest, Matt Barton.

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LISTEN: Talking Succession Part 2 - The Handing On Generation (AKA The Oldies)

In this episode, we will be focusing on the handing on generation and how they should be approaching succession.

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LISTEN: Talking Succession Part 1 - The Next Generation (AKA the Youngens)

In this episode, we will be focusing on the next generation coming through and how they should be approaching succession.

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LISTEN: Will Carbon Credits Impact the Valuation Of Your Farm

In this episode, we're discussing current thinking on carbon credits, biodiversity and natural capital and whether they can affect land values for...

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LISTEN: Saying No to the Family Farm

6 December 2022

Women are still only inheriting about 10% of family farms in Australia. So what's at play when a woman decides she doesn't want to go back to take...

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LISTEN: 7 Steps to Successful Off-Farm Investing with Ben Law, The Financial Bloke

The tables have been turned - in this episode, The Financial Bloke is the one being interviewed!

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LISTEN: What Succession Planning is Actually All About

22 November 2022

Succession is not about carving up who gets what, it's planning for your future business, lifestyle and aspirations. It can actually be quite...

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LISTEN: Convincing McDonalds to use Aussie Beef

Success leaves clues and if you’re the type of person who wants to learn what it takes to be successful then this is an episode for you.

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LISTEN: Getting mental health support for your community

1 November 2022

How do you feel when your town or region is called ‘resilient’? It seems a lot of rural people are tired of hearing this word and instead would...

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LISTEN: Estate Taxes – Is The Tax Man Coming For Your Farm?

We’ve all frequently heard naive politicians suggesting we “tax the rich” - which on the surface seems kind of ok, doesn’t it? But I want any...

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LISTEN: Do you call yourself a farmer?

19 October 2022

You say “farmer” and people often think of a man. They shouldn’t, but they do. So how do you feel about the word “farmer”? Does it describe what you...

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Meet the co-hosts behind popular podcast, Ducks on the Pond

16 October 2022

Two paths lead to one hit podcast. While Jackie Elliot grew up on a farm, co-host Kirsten Diprose found herself living on one after a fortuitous...

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LISTEN: A Fireside Chat with David Bonfield, Angus Street & Richard Rains

This episode was recorded at the 3R Livestock pre-bull sale dinner fireside chat at Goonoo Goonoo Station. I was extremely fortunate to have had...

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LISTEN: Is it Better to Work On-Farm or Off-Farm?

5 October 2022

When you're part of a farming enterprise it can be hard to figure out whether you're better off working on the farm or pursuing a career off the farm.

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LISTEN: Don't Let Them Make Agriculture The Villain

26 September 2022

Agriculture seems to be being painted more and more as an environmental villain by vegan & environmental activists as well as some of the marketing...

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LISTEN: Get the Best Deal From Your Bank

13 September 2022

If you want to get a better deal from your bank you need to have enough knowledge and experience to know how to go about it. Or… you need someone to...

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LISTEN: Succession Planning – Why You Need A Bloody Good Facilitator

What is a facilitator and why you can’t just get your accountant, solicitor, financial adviser or bank manager to fill the role when it comes to...

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LISTEN: Do What You Love & You Won’t Work A Day in Your Life

I have always been intensely fascinated with people who see the world through a different lens than most of the population...

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LISTEN: Protecting Farming Wealth - Why Having Just A Will Isn’t Enough

What happens to all the wealth you have built once you pass away?

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LISTEN: Off-Farm Investing - An Introduction to Commercial Property

Investing in Commercial Property can be complicated and risky if you don’t know what you are doing but if you get it right, it can be a powerful way...

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LISTEN: Avoid One Common Way Families Lose Their Farm

Why does succession planning often turn into dust-ups? How can you avoid them and preserve the family’s wealth and most importantly relationships?

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LISTEN: Handing on to the Next Generation

A family business is a great way to build intergenerational wealth but by nature, they’re a bloody tricky beast. We have all heard the horror stories...

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LISTEN: Carbon Credits - The Results Are In with Dr Terry McCosker

Carbon credits... what are they and where do the opportunities lie? In the latest Financial Bloke podcast, Ben Law catches up with Dr Terry McCosker...

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LISTEN: Preparing to Sell the Farm with Real Estate Agent Ben Forrest

Ben Forrest (Real Estate Agent and Partner at the Resolute Property Group) and Ben Law (The Financial Bloke) discuss the key things you need to know...

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LISTEN: Hannah Murray from the Northern Territory Cattleman’s Association

5 August 2021

Hannah Murray is currently the Business Development Officer with the Northern Territory Cattleman's Association. Hannah is one of those Gems of the...

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LISTEN: Lens of Rosie

28 July 2021

Heidi Morris is a true advocate for the agriculture industry, at first, her name might not spring to mind but if we say Lens.Of.Rosie then maybe that...

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LISTEN: From Rugby to the Ranch, Chasing Gold in Tokyo

21 July 2021

If you're a fan of Rugby union these next two names should be fairly familiar to you. Lewis Holland and Charlotte Caslick are both primed for their...

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