The Business of Farming
The Business of Farming is a podcast about all things business in the farming industry. Hosted by Cath Jenkins from RM Consulting & Bec Casey from Nature of Business. A new episode of The Business of Farming is published every fortnight and discusses topics that take a deep dive into what it means to launch and run a successful farming business.
Episode 1 - Economics
In the middle of home schooling Cath and Bec take you through the importance of economics and how it affects your farming business.
Book reference ; The Farming Game Now or the 2nd Edition The Farming Game, Agricultural Management and marketing By Bill Malcom, Jack Makenham and Vic Wright
Episode 2 - Human Resources
Episode 2 is all about people, so with special guests Robyn Mitchard Human Resources expert and South West Victorian Dairy Farmer Andrea Vallance we explore the finer details about what is needed to make a employee / employer relationship great from the start.
Resources
https://thepeopleindairy.org.au/
http://awardviewer.fwo.gov.au/award/show/MA000035
Episode 3 - Profit & Loss
Episode 3 is about Profit and Loss. It is the first of three shorter podcasts that go through the required financial statements, what they include and how you can use them in your business, not just for taxation.
If you have any questions it is always advised that you speak with your own individual accountant.
Episode 4 - Professional Development
With special guest Rob Durrant, we uncover what Professional Development is and how it is related to the Business of Farming. We discuss the value, how it links to Agriculture and what steps to take, an episode that is not to be missed with many valuable take away points!
Rob Durrant
Twitter: @Rob2563 #Robstar
Facebook: RobertBrianDurrant
Instagram: RobertDurrant
Web: www.robertdurrant.com.au
Episode 5 - Balance Sheets
Episode 5 is about Balance Sheets. It is the second of three shorter podcasts that go through the required financial statements, what they include and how you can use them in your business, not just for taxation.
If you have any questions it is always advised that you speak with your own individual accountant.
Episode 6 - Building a Strong Culture through Communication
Communications comes in so many different forms these days, so with the help of our special guest Denise Jones, we break down how we use communication to set up a strong culture in our workplaces.
Episode 7 - Lean farming with Jana Hocken
Cath and Bec are joined this week by international guest Jana Hocken, in a practical and informative episode.
They discuss the main principles of Lean Business and how it relates to farming, including some simple and practical tips on how to begin to introduce the lean principles into your farming business.
Jana contact details for further inforamtion
Website: www.leanfarm.nz
Book: www.theleandairyfarm.com
Social Media:
Facebook: @leandairyfarm
Twitter: @leandairyfarm
Episode 8 - Cashflows
This is the last of the three shorter episodes exploring financial statements. Although a cashflow is not classified as a required financial statement it has serval important uses to any business, so we couldn't leave it out.
Remember that it you have any questions in relation to your own financial statements please speak with your Accountant.
Episode 9 - Cropping and Risk Management
This week Cath and Bec dive into the cropping sector. They talk weather, machinery, contractors and Risk - this episode covers it all. They are joined by self confessed "Small Cropping" farmer Mal Crothers as he steps through what he can control and plan and how he controls his risk.
Episode 10 - Season 1 Final
Join Cath and Bcc as they look over the entire season 1 of Business of Farming.
Signing off until 2021, we would like to thank all of our special guests and our listeners for making this a fantastic start! We have had some great times, lots of laughs and we have even learnt a lot along the way.
May you all have a fantastic and safe Christmas and a Prosperous 2021!
We will back back with the first episode of Season 2 on Wednesday 3rd February, 2021!
We can not wait for you all to tune back in then :)
SEASON 2 - Episode 1 - Business Health in Ag: Wealth
Cath and Bec are back on the air waves with Season 2.
They are starting with a three part mini series on Business Health in Ag, with the first episode discussing Wealth
SEASON 2 - Episode 2- Business Health in Ag: Off Farm Investment
In the second episode of Business Health in Ag, Cath and Bec look into off farm investments and diversification of income. Please speak with a trust and professional adviser before acting on any information
SEASON 2 - Episode 3 - New Business Venture - The Interview
This week Bec is flying solo with a special guest who is making the jump from a secure income to expand their farming enterprise.
Listen to see what decision making process they went through, who they involved, how they intend to make it work and so much more!
A great episode not to be missed!
SEASON 2 - Episode 4- Business Health in Ag: Measuring
The old saying of what doesn't get measured doesn't get managed is very true, more so in AG!
Join Cath and Bec for their last episode in the Business Health in Ag as they look into measuring all things business and how you can apply this to your own Ag Business.
SEASON 2 - Episode 5 - Apps - A Farmers Best Friend
Mobile phones have become such a big part of our everyday lives on the land that it become apparent that Cath and Bec had to check out what is out there for everyone to use.
This episode is full of great apps and what they are used for as well as pointing you in the direction of where to find what you need!
SEASON 2 - Episode 6- Preparing for the Bank
At one stage or another we all have to go to the bank! So to prevent that feeling like you have to jump through a heap of red tape Cath and Bec take you through how to prepare to remove that feeling. A great episode that is full of a heap of great tips to help you prepare for the bank and turn that sometimes daunting feeling into a positive one!
SEASON 2 - Episode 7 - Labour, Well more importantly our Labour
Its a subject that we think a lot of us dance around, so today Cath and Bec get straight to the point and really hit those key issue about Labour and more importantly our own labour and time. How do we value our labour and what is the best use of our own skills!
A great episode that may make you reconsider how you value yourself!
SEASON 2 - Episode 8- Preparing for the Bank
At one stage or another we all have to go to the bank! So to prevent that feeling like you have to jump through a heap of red tape Cath and Bec take you through how to prepare to remove that feeling. A great episode that is full of a heap of great tips to help you prepare for the bank and turn that sometimes daunting feeling into a positive one!
SEASON 2 - Episode 9 - Season Two Wrap up
Another season of Business of Farming podcast has come to an end. Join Bec and Cath as they reminisce over the great topics of discussion they had this season.