In today’s episode, I speak to Vanessa Bell — wool producer, designer, entrepreneur and passionate advocate for women and the future of Australian wool.

We chat about Vanessa’s journey from the International runway to the sheep paddocks and on to becoming a fashion designer, the incredible versatility of wool, the importance of telling the story of Australian wool to a new generation and why women have such an important role to play in the future of agriculture.

From fleece to fashion, farming to advocacy, Vanessa brings a fresh perspective on what’s possible when you’re willing to think differently, surround yourself with the right people and ultimately back yourself.

Prepare to be inspired!

Resources and links:
Vanessa Bell - LinkedIn
Fashion to Farmer Podcast - Hosted by Vanessa Bell
Fashion to Farmer - Instagram
Vanessa Bell - Luxury Merino Knitwear - Instagram

Send us your story:
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.

Connect:
Bendigo Bank Agribusiness website
Bendigo Bank on Facebook
Bendigo Bank on X
Bendigo Bank on LinkedIn
Bendigo Bank on YouTube

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 today&rsquo;s episode, I speak to Vanessa Bell &mdash; wool producer, designer, entrepreneur and passionate advocate for women and the future of Australian wool.
We chat about Vanessa&rsquo;s journey from the International runway to the sheep paddocks and on to becoming a fashion designer, the incredible versatility of wool, the importance of telling the story of Australian wool to a new generation and why women have such an important role to play in the future of agriculture.
From fleece to fashion, farming to advocacy, Vanessa brings a fresh perspective on what&rsquo;s possible when you&rsquo;re willing to think differently, surround yourself with the right people and ultimately back yourself.
Prepare to be inspired!
Resources and links:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/vjbell/">Vanessa Bell - LinkedIn</a></li>
<li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/fashion-to-farmer/id1728963095?i=1000654732284">Fashion to Farmer Podcast - Hosted by Vanessa Bell</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/fashiontofarmer/?hl=en">Fashion to Farmer - Instagram</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwih9b2rkYSXAxX1Z_UHHa_tLMUQFnoECB8QAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fvanessabellofficial%2F&amp;usg=AOvVaw1NYOXHDxRW-fyUs2bwbkZJ&amp;opi=89978449">Vanessa Bell - Luxury Merino Knitwear - Instagram</a><a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiy-IT3vauVAxXnkq8BHS21AY4QFnoECCEQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fyass_yogi_sheepo%2F&amp;usg=AOvVaw2B0CMZi8q0c2LdoNcWdtP_&amp;opi=89978449"></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>
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.