In this episode I’m joined by Kelly Skewes, Industry Liaison Officer at Boonah State High School where we dive into the AG Futures program and how it’s giving young people real pathways into agriculture — not just through textbooks, but through hands-on experience, industry connections, and a whole lot of heart.

From their “Coffee N Cows” mornings to powerful student success stories, this episode is all about what happens when education meets opportunity in rural Australia.

What really stood out to me was not every student comes from a farming background… but many leave with a future in agriculture.

If you’ve ever wondered what the next generation of farmers, producers and ag leaders looks like — this episode is for you!

Resources and links:
Boonah State High School - Website
Paddock to Place - Facebook
Kelly Skewes - Industry Liaison Officer - Boonah State High School
07 5460 6111 / 0425 567 268
kskew3@eq.edu.a

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Do you know someone (or are you someone) who’d make a great potential guest on a future episode of Beyond the Farm Gate? Drop us a line at beyondthefarmgate@bendigobank.com.au.

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Bendigo Bank on LinkedIn
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In this podcast any opinions, estimates and projections are for informational purposes only and any advice provided is of a general nature only and does not take into account your personal needs, objectives and financial circumstances. You should consider whether it is appropriate for your situation.

In this episode I&rsquo;m joined by Kelly Skewes, Industry Liaison Officer at&nbsp;Boonah State High School where we dive into the AG Futures program and how it&rsquo;s giving young people real pathways into agriculture &mdash; not just through textbooks, but through hands-on experience, industry connections, and a whole lot of heart.
From their &ldquo;Coffee N Cows&rdquo; mornings to powerful student success stories, this episode is all about what happens when education meets opportunity in rural Australia.
What really stood out to me was not every student comes from a farming background&hellip; but many leave with a future in agriculture.
If you&rsquo;ve ever wondered what the next generation of farmers, producers and ag leaders looks like &mdash; this episode is for you!
Resources and links:
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<li><a href="https://www.boonahshs.eq.edu.au">Boonah State High School - Website</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile/100063698388005/search/?q=Paddock%20to%20Plate">Paddock to Place - Facebook</a><a href="file:///C:/Users/admeS54/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Windows/INetCache/Content.Outlook/WX8RADH1/Ag%20Futures.pdf"></a></li>
<li>Kelly Skewes - Industry Liaison Officer - Boonah State High School 07 5460 6111 / 0425 567 268 kskew3@eq.edu.a</li>
</ul>
Send us your story:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Do you know someone (or are you someone) who&rsquo;d make a great potential guest on a future episode of Beyond the Farm Gate? Drop us a line at <a href="mailto:beyondthefarmgate@bendigobank.com.au">beyondthefarmgate@bendigobank.com.au</a>.</li>
</ul>
Connect:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.bendigobank.com.au/business/industries/agribusiness/">Bendigo Bank Agribusiness website</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/BendigoBank/">Bendigo Bank on Facebook</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://x.com/bendigobank">Bendigo Bank on X</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/bendigobank/?originalSubdomain=au">Bendigo Bank on LinkedIn</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BendigoBankCommunity/featured">Bendigo Bank on YouTube</a></li>
</ul>
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In this podcast any opinions, estimates and projections are for informational purposes only and any advice provided is of a general nature only and does not take into account your personal needs, objectives and financial circumstances. You should consider whether it is appropriate for your situation.

Beyond the Farm Gate is a show where we shine a light on great Australian stories in agriculture. On the show, you’ll hear from a diverse range of people in the Australian ag industry: from the farmers and community leaders who are shaping the future of rural Australia to innovators and entrepreneurs who are pioneering new approaches and technologies in agriculture. You'll be inspired hearing their stories … and pick up some insights along the way. Produced by Bendigo Bank Agribusiness.

Beyond the Farm Gate is a show where we shine a light on great Australian stories in agriculture.