Red meat pressure points and potential solutions | EP 45
In this episode, we take a hard look at where things are at for the red meat and wool sectors right now, including what’s driving the strong red meat returns, but also pain points like processor viability, falling stock numbers, productive farmland going into carbon forestry, and the ongoing struggles for wool growers. Richard Dawkins, Federated Farmers meat and wool chair, brings insights from farmers on the ground, and Mel Croad, senior analyst at AgriHQ, unpacks what’s driving global demand and market movements.
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Avoiding legal trouble on farm: what every farmer should know | EP 44
Legal issues on the farm can be stressful — and often dealt with only when things go wrong. In this episode, you'll hear from lawyer Simon Middlemiss about the most common legal and employment problems farmers face, and how to avoid them. From staff contracts to handling disputes, Simon shares practical tips all farmers should know, plus the basics every good employer needs to get right. Whether you’re dealing with an issue now or want to stay ahead of trouble, this episode will help you understand your legal risks and where to turn for support when you need it.
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Putting the success back into succession with Peter Templeton | EP 43
We’re continuing the theme of farm succession by chatting with Peter Templeton, a fifth-generation Southland dairy farmer, who spent five months travelling the USA and Europe as a Nuffield scholar, researching what works (and what doesn’t) when it comes to farm succession.He met with over 100 farmers, their advisors, and industry experts to paint a wide picture of ownership structures, financial strategies, and family dynamics that make or break the succession process.He joins us to share his findings, warn about common pitfalls that trip families up, and talk us through strategies that lead to successful, stress-free transitions.LinksPeter's Nuffield report: 'Putting the Success back into Succession'Farm succession planning with Joe Morgan | EP 38Bridging the farm ownership gap with Sarah How | Episode 41Farmers Weekly article: Many farmers pondering succession, selling
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Protecting the most important asset on your farm | EP 42
When we talk about assets on farm, we often think of land, livestock, and machinery. But there’s one asset that’s even more important — and that’s you, the farmer. Farming can be risky, physically and financially, and too often we overlook how vulnerable we are when we don’t have the right support in place for ourselves and our families.In this episode, we’re joined by Ash Krishna from FMG to talk about the bigger picture when it comes to protecting farmers' health, lives and livelihoods. He shares some real-life stories of farmers who’ve experienced the unexpected on-farm but got through it because they’d put plans in place. He also breaks down the common myths and misconceptions around insurance and explains how to get started if it’s something you’ve been putting in the too-hard basket.We get it – insurance isn’t the most exciting topic under the sun.But it sure can have a big impact on your business, particularly when something goes wrong, and you’re caught without it.
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Bridging the farm ownership gap with Sarah How | EP 41
Farm ownership is becoming harder for young Kiwis, and traditional succession is no longer working for many farming families. In this episode, we hear from Sarah How, founder of Landify, about the challenges and opportunities in farm succession and ownership. Sarah explains why succession is getting tougher, explores alternative ownership models, and offers practical advice for both older farmers planning succession and young people looking to get on the land — even without a family farm background. Useful linksLandifyJoe Morgan in episode 29: 'More than tax: the benefits of a good rural accountant'Hot Tips for Successful Farm SuccessionRural Coach’s Free Succession Planning eBookKeeping Farming in the Family: A guide to succession planning for farmers and their families
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