In The Know
The latest news, updates and information to help you get across the things that matter in Aussie Agribusiness, in ways that are easy to understand!
February Rural Real Estate update with Col Medway.
It’s time for an update on the latest happenings in the Australian Rural Real Estate market with Col Medway to get you In The Know!
Weather Matters: El Niño, Fires, and Harvest Updates with Karl Lijnders
Random unpredicted rainfall in some parts of Australia with bushfires in other areas, El Niño declaration across the media and some very early winter crop harvesting... The Humans Of Agriculture team got thinking - what on earth is happening to the weather?
So, we got in the expert - Karl Lijnders from Weather Matters for a chat with Oli.
Better Business Series: Mitch Highett from Bullseye Ag - Episode☝️ of ✌️
Welcome to Episode 1 of the Better Business series! In this episode, Oli dives into the journey of Mitch Highett, the Managing Director and Founder of Bullseye Ag.
Mitch's story is a mix of farm life around the world and working in major ag companies. Bullseye Ag offers farm management and consultancy services. But it's not just about that – it's a story of growing the team and taking them on a journey, fostering autonomy, and staying transparent.
Fleece to Fashion with Wool Broker Samantha Wan
For this weeks In The Know On The Go episode, we sat down with Samantha (Sam) Wan, an Australian wool broker based in Melbourne. There's something about wool that gets people so energised and Sam is no exception. This episode was recorded from the Hamilton Sheepvention where we saw Sam in her element, chatting all things wool to local farmers. While recording, Oli was huddled around a heater while Sam was nice and warm in her Elders water-proof woollen jacket!!
Episode Highlights:
Sam's career from a non-agricultural background and what sparked her passion for wool
An insight into international wool markets and the global appreciation for Aussie wool
Elder's new wool handling facility and the integration of automation in the wool supply chain
Mentoring the next generation and the opportunities in agriculture
Innovations in lice treatment with Dr Jane Morrison
Oral lice treatment?! No matter what wool length?! We’re listening… Traditionally, sheep are treated for lice through a backline at the time of shearing. With a new oral treatment product on the market, we got curious and asked some questions.
And of course, we were curious about our guest Jane as well! She’s from the land and her earliest memories are on the farm with her dad. Now a Veterinarian, she has spent the last 18 years with MSD Animal Health Australia.