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Farms Advice Podcast is an independent podcast for Australian farming with a focus on and off the farm. For those looking to create opportunities within agriculture to become efficient, productive, and sustainable into the future through the use of old techniques or new technology. Learn on the go with the host, Jack Cresswell who is also farming in Central West, NSW. We're transforming traditional agriculture into the digital world.
Come on the journey to building a better outlook for ourselves as farmers and to inspire those outside of the farm gate to look at a prosperous industry. With a focus on the internal workings of each type of farm in different sectors of agriculture you will discover a huge range of conversations to get the blood flowing on your trip to town, spraying weeds or lamb marking with the team (well maybe not lamb marking but you get the point). With over 100,000 downloads and 140 episodes you will find something relatable or outside of your own paddock to see how others do it. We're on our way to find the successful farmer template that you will be able to put into your own day to day routine.
Looking for the latest agtech to use on your farm? Listen in. Follow and share the Farms Advice Podcast journey on a transparent platform make sure you pass on the #FarmsAdvice. If you're interested in being a guest on the show, e-mail hello@farmsadvice.com.au to get on the waitlist.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is general in nature and for education purposes only. It is not to be taken as advice for accounting, agronomy, consulting, financials, or livestock advice. No one should act on the information without appropriate specific advice for your particular circumstances.
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Jason Schulz: Sheep Winning The Hearts and Minds at LambEx 2024
In this Farms Advice Podcast, Jack and Jason Schulz discuss the upcoming LambEx conference 7th-8th August and the current state of the sheep industry.
They cover topics such as marketability of lamb, winning over consumers, and widening profit margins in primary production. They also highlight the importance of having the entire supply chain, including producers, processors, and consumers, in the room for discussions. The conversation concludes with advice for farmers, the goals for Lambex, and personal goals for the future.
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Broden Holland: Returning to the family farm and chasing the 1%ers in farming
Welcome to this week's Farms Advice poddy episode with Broden Holland, a farmer from Young ish.. and Jack Cresswell the host of Farms Advice. They discuss Broden's farming background, the challenges and joys of farming, and the use of technology in agriculture. He talks about the crops they grow, including wheat, canola, and faba (failure) beans, and the rotation system they follow.
Broden highlights the importance of technology, particularly the use of My John Deere app on his phone, in managing their farm operations and making data-driven decisions. He also mentions the benefits of connectivity and seamless integration of technology in their farming practices. The conversation touches on topics such as yield improvement, moisture management, and the impact of rainfall on crop production. In this conversation, Broden Holland discusses various topics related to farming, including the use of probes for making decisions, the impact of overfeeding crops, frost conditions, the benefits of using OneNote for farm management, the importance of reducing tiller numbers in wheat, the advantages of using X9 headers, the challenges of hiring contractors, the role of technology in farming, the importance of succession planning, and the value of seeking advice and being open-minded.
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Blair Davis: Off-farm income, Soil Health and Growth at the Heart
In this episode of Farms Advice Podcast we have Blair Davis, a young farmer, sharing his family history, farming operations, regenerative farming approach, and the challenges of farming in a variable weather pattern. He discusses the impact of rainfall on cattle, the role of fungi in soil health, and the influence of his grandfather on his farming philosophy. Blair Davis shares insights on soil health, ag tech, and farm strategies, emphasising continuous improvement and the importance of education. He also discusses the impact of social media and content creation in agriculture.
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Mark Mortimer: Data-Driven Decision-Making in Sheep Farming
Have you subscribe to Farms Advice? Share it with a mate. This episode is a gem for those on and off farm with Mark Mortimer. A proud sheep geek. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including technology in farming, family farm history, education, sheep breeding, pasture management, and decision-making in farming.
Mark Mortimer shares insights on the use of technology, the history of his family farm, his education journey, the development of Centre Plus, and the management of pastures and cropping. He also discusses the importance of balancing the use of paddocks and the psychological impact of loss in farming decisions. Mark shares insights on soil science, farm advisory, succession planning, and data-driven decision-making in sheep farming. He emphasises the importance of gathering data as a by-product of management and the need for better tools in the sheep industry. Mark also advises saying 'yes' to new ideas and working out the details later.
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"Don't Drop the F-bomb" Discussing and Managing Finance and Money as a Farmer Redefining Wealth with Hayley Grosser
Hayley Grosser, a farming business and finance coach, discusses the importance of mindset and goal-setting in managing finances as a farmer. She emphasizes the need for farmers to have clear financial goals and to align their mindset with those goals. Grosser also highlights the challenges farmers face in discussing and managing money, including a lack of confidence and support. She encourages farmers to overcome these barriers and seek mentorship to improve their financial management skills.
Grosser also discusses the concept of leveraging the farming business to create passive income and achieve financial freedom. In this conversation, Hayley Grosser discusses the importance of creating a financial plan and holding oneself accountable for it. She explains her process of mapping out the current financial situation and setting goals for the future. Hayley emphasizes the need for regular financial meetings and the importance of tracking cash flow. She also highlights the significance of making strategic decisions based on financial reports and seeking opportunities to maximize returns on investments. Hayley notes that wealth for farmers is not about material possessions, but rather about having great relationships, freedom, and choices.
She encourages farmers to give finances a go and seek out resources to improve their financial literacy. Building capacity in finances is essential for enhancing the farming experience and achieving long-term success.
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Jack Owen: "Why isn't anyone talking about it?" Find out what the top 5% of farmers do
Jack Owen, author of the book 'You Are Not Your Farm', discusses his journey in Australian agriculture and the inspiration behind his book. He shares how he discovered the importance of mindset and personal development in farming success. Owen emphasises the need for a morning routine and the power of vulnerability in the farming community. He also highlights the significance of gratitude and the story we tell ourselves in achieving success. The book aims to help farmers find value and purpose in their lives and improve their overall well-being.
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Takeaways
The importance of mindset and personal development in farming successThe power of a morning routine in setting the tone for the dayThe significance of vulnerability and sharing challenges with othersThe role of gratitude in finding value and purpose in farmingThe impact of the story we tell ourselves on our successThe need to focus on overall well-being and not just farm outcomes
Chapters
00:00 The Journey to Writing 'You Are Not Your Farm'
05:22 The Power of a Morning Routine in Farming
11:25 Embracing Vulnerability in the Farming Community
16:06 The Role of Gratitude and Health in Farming Success
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