Original publish date: Tue 16 Mar 2021.

James Walker is a fifth-generation farmer from Longreach in Queensland. In between farming James is an accomplished entrepreneur with a focus on improving profitability in the livestock industry.

In this episode, you'll hear how innovation has future-proofed James' family farm, how he's diversified his income stream through AgriTourism and AgTech, and how he's creating farming efficiencies that are bringing positive change to the Northern cattle industry and beyond.



Resources and links:
View more information about the Bose sunglasses here: https://www.farmertec.io/



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Original publish date: Tue 16 Mar 2021.
James Walker is a fifth-generation farmer from Longreach in Queensland. In between farming James is an accomplished entrepreneur with a focus on improving profitability in the livestock industry.
In this episode, you'll hear how innovation has future-proofed James' family farm, how he's diversified his income stream through AgriTourism and AgTech, and how he's creating farming efficiencies that are bringing positive change to the Northern cattle industry and beyond.
 
Resources and links:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">View more information about the Bose sunglasses here: <a href="https://www.farmertec.io/">https://www.farmertec.io/</a></li>
</ul>
 
Connect:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.ruralbank.com.au/">Rural Bank website</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/RuralBankAU/">Rural Bank on Facebook</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://twitter.com/ruralbank">Rural Bank on Twitter</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/rural-bank">Rural Bank on LinkedIn</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/RuralBankAU">Rural Bank on YouTube</a></li>
</ul>

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 farmers who've survived challenges like fire, flood, and drought; farmers who run innovative and unique agribusinesses; and farmers who are balancing work and family in rural Australia. You'll be inspired hearing their stories, and pick up some insights along the way. Produced by Rural Bank.

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 farmers who've survived challenges like fire, flood, and drought; farmers who run innovative and unique agribusinesses; and farmers who are balancing work and family in rural Australia. You'll be inspired hearing their stories, and pick up some insights along the way. Produced by Rural Bank.

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

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John Clohesy is a fourth-generation farmer with a broadacre cropping and livestock operation near Sea Lake in Victoria. He is also the Chair of the Royal Hotel Co-op.

In this episode, John explains how his farming operation has changed over the years and how evolving technology has influenced his business. He also opens up about the circumstances that led the Sea Lake community to become joint owners in several business ventures in town, including a hardware store and the local pub. He highlights how they've kept the businesses running, the tourists coming, and the young people in town.



Resources and links:
Royal Hotel website



Connect:
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Rural Bank on Facebook
Rural Bank on Twitter
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Any opinions, estimates, and projections in this podcast are for informational purposes only and do not take into account your personal circumstances.

John Clohesy is a fourth-generation farmer with a broadacre cropping and livestock operation near Sea Lake in Victoria. He is also the Chair of the Royal Hotel Co-op.
In this episode, John explains how his farming operation has changed over the years and how evolving technology has influenced his business. He also opens up about the circumstances that led the Sea Lake community to become joint owners in several business ventures in town, including a hardware store and the local pub. He highlights how they've kept the businesses running, the tourists coming, and the young people in town.
 
Resources and links:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.royalhotelsealake.com.au/">Royal Hotel website</a></li>
</ul>
 
Connect:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.ruralbank.com.au/">Rural Bank website</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/RuralBankAU/">Rural Bank on Facebook</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://twitter.com/ruralbank">Rural Bank on Twitter</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/rural-bank">Rural Bank on LinkedIn</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/RuralBankAU">Rural Bank on YouTube</a></li>
</ul>
 
Any opinions, estimates, and projections in this podcast are for informational purposes only and do not take into account your personal circumstances.

Why this farmer rallied his community to buy the local pub

Guy Webb is the Global Agronomic Lead at Loam Bio. Loam Bio is undertaking significant agricultural, microbial, and climate science research and development to improve farms by removing excess carbon from the atmosphere and returning it to agricultural soil, resulting in healthier, more productive farms while fighting climate change.

In this episode, Guy reveals the evolution of Loam Bio and how their products can improve farming systems. He also opens up about the future of Loam Bio and his predictions for the carbon industry in Australian agriculture.



Resources and links:
Loam Bio website
Guy Webb on LinkedIn



Connect:
Rural Bank website
Rural Bank on Facebook
Rural Bank on Twitter
Rural Bank on LinkedIn
Rural Bank on YouTube



Any opinions, estimates, and projections in this podcast are for informational purposes only and do not take into account your personal circumstances.

Guy Webb is the Global Agronomic Lead at Loam Bio. Loam Bio is undertaking significant agricultural, microbial, and climate science research and development to improve farms by removing excess carbon from the atmosphere and returning it to agricultural soil, resulting in healthier, more productive farms while fighting climate change.
In this episode, Guy reveals the evolution of Loam Bio and how their products can improve farming systems. He also opens up about the future of Loam Bio and his predictions for the carbon industry in Australian agriculture.
 
Resources and links:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.loambio.com/">Loam Bio website</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/guy-webb/?originalSubdomain=au">Guy Webb on LinkedIn</a></li>
</ul>
 
Connect:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.ruralbank.com.au/">Rural Bank website</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/RuralBankAU/">Rural Bank on Facebook</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://twitter.com/ruralbank">Rural Bank on Twitter</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/rural-bank">Rural Bank on LinkedIn</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/RuralBankAU">Rural Bank on YouTube</a></li>
</ul>
 
Any opinions, estimates, and projections in this podcast are for informational purposes only and do not take into account your personal circumstances.

Healthy soil, healthy skies: Capturing carbon from the atmosphere to improve soil on the farm

Nathan Free is the President of the Victorian Farmers Federation Horticulture Council and co-manages a leading organic produce and stone fruit farm with his family in Lake Boga, in Northwest Victoria. His journey from a humble roadside stall to a Nuffield Scholar and a key figure in the VFF is nothing short of remarkable.

In this episode, Nathan delves into his agricultural journey, his dedication to sustainable organic farming practices, and his advocacy for the industry he holds dear. He also shares the pivotal lessons that have shaped his path. Join us as we uncover the insights and experiences that have driven Nathan’s success in agriculture.



Resources and links:
Victorian Farmers Federation website
Nathan Free on LinkedIn



Connect:
Rural Bank website
Rural Bank on Facebook
Rural Bank on Twitter
Rural Bank on LinkedIn
Rural Bank on YouTube



Any opinions, estimates, and projections in this podcast are for informational purposes only and do not take into account your personal circumstances.

Nathan Free is the President of the Victorian Farmers Federation Horticulture Council and co-manages a leading organic produce and stone fruit farm with his family in Lake Boga, in Northwest Victoria. His journey from a humble roadside stall to a Nuffield Scholar and a key figure in the VFF is nothing short of remarkable.
In this episode, Nathan delves into his agricultural journey, his dedication to sustainable organic farming practices, and his advocacy for the industry he holds dear. He also shares the pivotal lessons that have shaped his path. Join us as we uncover the insights and experiences that have driven Nathan’s success in agriculture.
 
Resources and links:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.vff.org.au/">Victorian Farmers Federation website</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-free-4228577a/">Nathan Free on LinkedIn</a> </li>
</ul>
 
Connect:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.ruralbank.com.au/">Rural Bank website</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/RuralBankAU/">Rural Bank on Facebook</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://twitter.com/ruralbank">Rural Bank on Twitter</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/rural-bank">Rural Bank on LinkedIn</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/RuralBankAU">Rural Bank on YouTube</a></li>
</ul>
 
Any opinions, estimates, and projections in this podcast are for informational purposes only and do not take into account your personal circumstances.

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