Executive coach Stephen Shepherd of AltusQ has extensive experience working with co-operatives and mutuals.

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Episode Notes:

In this conversation with rural journalist Michael Cavanagh, hear how how the co-operative difference informs and strengthens the business strategy of the co-ops and mutuals Stephen Shepherd of AltusQ works with. When co-ops fully embrace their history and purpose, a clear and workable strategy emerges; by harnessing the power of co-operation, co-ops and mutuals create a win-win situation for their organisation and their communities.

Links and resources:
Listen to all podcasts – https://coopfarming.coop/podcasts/
Find out more about AltusQ – http://www.altusq.com.au/
Find out more about co-op farming – https://coopfarming.coop/
Subscribe to our monthly Co-operative Farming e-newsletter – https://coopfarming.coop/subscribe-to-our-newsletter
Contact the Meet the Co-op Farmers Podcast team – https://coopfarming.coop/contact/
If you or your community want to know more about setting up and running a co-op, contact the Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals – https://bccm.coop/

Executive coach Stephen Shepherd of AltusQ has extensive experience working with co-operatives and mutuals.
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Episode Notes:
In this conversation with rural journalist Michael Cavanagh, hear how how the co-operative difference informs and strengthens the business strategy of the co-ops and mutuals Stephen Shepherd of AltusQ works with. When co-ops fully embrace their history and purpose, a clear and workable strategy emerges; by harnessing the power of co-operation, co-ops and mutuals create a win-win situation for their organisation and their communities.
Links and resources:
<ul>
<li>Listen to all podcasts – <a href="https://coopfarming.coop/podcasts/">https://coopfarming.coop/podcasts/</a></li>
<li>Find out more about AltusQ – <a href="http://www.altusq.com.au/">http://www.altusq.com.au/</a></li>
<li>Find out more about co-op farming – <a href="https://coopfarming.coop/">https://coopfarming.coop/</a></li>
<li>Subscribe to our monthly Co-operative Farming e-newsletter – <a href="https://coopfarming.coop/subscribe-to-our-newsletter">https://coopfarming.coop/subscribe-to-our-newsletter</a></li>
<li>Contact the Meet the Co-op Farmers Podcast team – <a href="https://coopfarming.coop/contact/">https://coopfarming.coop/contact/</a></li>
<li>If you or your community want to know more about setting up and running a co-op, contact the Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals – <a href="https://bccm.coop/">https://bccm.coop/</a></li>
</ul>

Presented by www.coopfarming.coop.


A candid new podcast series will tell the stories of Australian farmers transforming their businesses and fighting back from the brink by working together. 


Featuring leading primary producers, the eight-episode podcast MEET THE CO-OP FARMERS will address some of the biggest issues in farming, put forward solutions aimed at future-proofing Australian family farms and talk to farmers and fishers fighting back with the co-operative model.


Pete Lewis speaks frankly with farmers from all around Australia who are successfully using co-operative farming business models. Through their stories and real-life experiences (warts and all), you will learn how relevant and positive it can be to the farming model and farming in general, and how it literally changes lives.


Interviews with Stuart Crosthwaite (Mountain Milk), Doriana Mangili (Sweeter Banana), Natalie Browning (CBH), Rodger Long (Limestone Coast Fishermen’s Co-operative), Stephen Thandi (Oz Group), Emma Robinson (Beef Collaboration Project), Kerry Murphy (TAFCO) and Larry McHugh (Marquis Macadamias).

Presented by www.coopfarming.coop. 
 
A candid new podcast series will tell the stories of Australian farmers transforming their businesses and fighting back from the brink by working together. 
 
Featuring leading primary producers, the eight-episode podcast MEET THE CO-OP FARMERS will address some of the biggest issues in farming, put forward solutions aimed at future-proofing Australian family farms and talk to farmers and fishers fighting back with the co-operative model. 
 
Pete Lewis speaks frankly with farmers from all around Australia who are successfully using co-operative farming business models. Through their stories and real-life experiences (warts and all), you will learn how relevant and positive it can be to the farming model and farming in general, and how it literally changes lives. 
 
Interviews with Stuart Crosthwaite (Mountain Milk), Doriana Mangili (Sweeter Banana), Natalie Browning (CBH), Rodger Long (Limestone Coast Fishermen’s Co-operative), Stephen Thandi (Oz Group), Emma Robinson (Beef Collaboration Project), Kerry Murphy (TAFCO) and Larry McHugh (Marquis Macadamias).

A candid new podcast series will tell the stories of Australian farmers transforming their businesses and fighting back from the brink by working together.

Meet the Co-op Farmers

Presented by www.coopfarming.coop.

A candid new podcast series will tell the stories of Australian farmers and regional Australia transforming their businesses and communities and fighting back from the brink by working together. 

Featuring leading primary producers, the podcast MEET THE CO-OP FARMERS will address some of the biggest issues in farming, put forward solutions aimed at future-proofing Australian family farms and talk to farmers and fishers fighting back with the co-operative model.

In our second series, we uncover more great stories of co-operation in regional Australia. We’ll not only be talking to the farmers, fishers and foresters who put the food on our table and get the wood to the mill. We’re going to look at what’s driving a rediscovery and take up of this tried and tested model of doing business together. Along the way, you’ll meet people across our rural communities working together to overcome disasters and crisis and plan for a better future. It’s truly inspiring.

Pete Lewis speaks frankly with farmers and communities from all around Australia who are successfully using co-operative business models. Through their stories and real-life experiences (warts and all), you will learn how relevant and positive it can be to the farming model and farming in general, and how it literally changes lives.

Interviews with Stuart Crosthwaite (Mountain Milk), Doriana Mangili (Sweeter Banana), Natalie Browning (CBH), Rodger Long (Limestone Coast Fishermen’s Co-operative), Stephen Thandi (Oz Group), Emma Robinson (Beef Collaboration Project), Kerry Murphy (TAFCO) and Larry McHugh (Marquis Macadamias).

Presented by <a href="http://www.coopfarming.coop">www.coopfarming.coop</a>. A candid new podcast series will tell the stories of Australian farmers and regional Australia transforming their businesses and communities and fighting back from the brink by working together. Featuring leading primary producers, the podcast MEET THE CO-OP FARMERS will address some of the biggest issues in farming, put forward solutions aimed at future-proofing Australian family farms and talk to farmers and fishers fighting back with the co-operative model. In our second series, we uncover more great stories of co-operation in regional Australia. We&rsquo;ll not only be talking to the farmers, fishers and foresters who put the food on our table and get the wood to the mill. We&rsquo;re going to look at what&rsquo;s driving a rediscovery and take up of this tried and tested model of doing business together. Along the way, you&rsquo;ll meet people across our rural communities working together to overcome disasters and crisis and plan for a better future. It&rsquo;s truly inspiring. Pete Lewis speaks frankly with farmers and communities from all around Australia who are successfully using co-operative business models. Through their stories and real-life experiences (warts and all), you will learn how relevant and positive it can be to the farming model and farming in general, and how it literally changes lives. Interviews with Stuart Crosthwaite (Mountain Milk), Doriana Mangili (Sweeter Banana), Natalie Browning (CBH), Rodger Long (Limestone Coast Fishermen&rsquo;s Co-operative), Stephen Thandi (Oz Group), Emma Robinson (Beef Collaboration Project), Kerry Murphy (TAFCO) and Larry McHugh (Marquis Macadamias).

The co-op difference: Empowering farmers and communities together

Kate Hage, an experienced professional with a background in finance, law, and business development, successfully transitioned to the tech industry, becoming the first Australian employee and Business Development Director at Syndex.

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Episode Notes:

In our latest episode of Meet the Co-op Farmers, rural journalist Michael Cavanagh speaks to Kate Hage, Syndex's Australian country manager. Syndex helps agricultural co-ops enter the digital age with its cloud-based platform providing an investment management portal, a member communications and relations system, and a marketplace offering access to capital and liquidity options.

Links and resources:
Listen to all podcasts – https://coopfarming.coop/podcasts/
Find out more about Syndex – https://www.syndex.com.au/
Find out more about co-op farming – https://coopfarming.coop/
Subscribe to our monthly Co-operative Farming e-newsletter – https://coopfarming.coop/subscribe-to-our-newsletter
Contact the Meet the Co-op Farmers Podcast team – https://coopfarming.coop/contact/
If you or your community want to know more about setting up and running a co-op, contact the Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals – https://bccm.coop/

Kate Hage, an experienced professional with a background in finance, law, and business development, successfully transitioned to the tech industry, becoming the first Australian employee and Business Development Director at Syndex.
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Episode Notes:
In our latest episode of Meet the Co-op Farmers, rural journalist Michael Cavanagh speaks to Kate Hage, Syndex's Australian country manager. Syndex helps agricultural co-ops enter the digital age with its cloud-based platform providing an investment management portal, a member communications and relations system, and a marketplace offering access to capital and liquidity options.
Links and resources:
<ul>
<li>Listen to all podcasts – <a href="https://coopfarming.coop/podcasts/">https://coopfarming.coop/podcasts/</a></li>
<li>Find out more about Syndex – <a href="https://www.syndex.com.au/">https://www.syndex.com.au/</a></li>
<li>Find out more about co-op farming – <a href="https://coopfarming.coop/">https://coopfarming.coop/</a></li>
<li>Subscribe to our monthly Co-operative Farming e-newsletter – <a href="https://coopfarming.coop/subscribe-to-our-newsletter">https://coopfarming.coop/subscribe-to-our-newsletter</a></li>
<li>Contact the Meet the Co-op Farmers Podcast team – <a href="https://coopfarming.coop/contact/">https://coopfarming.coop/contact/</a></li>
<li>If you or your community want to know more about setting up and running a co-op, contact the Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals – <a href="https://bccm.coop/">https://bccm.coop/</a></li>
</ul>

Empowering co-ops in agriculture: Syndex's journey of bridging tradition and technology

The Terang Co-op is the retail heart of the small town of Terang and the lifeblood of the community, providing jobs, a sense of ownership and opportunities for local producers.

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Episode Notes:

Talking to journalist Michael Cavanagh, Kevin Ford reflects on the co-op ahead of his retirement as CEO, explaining how the co-operative difference informs every decision at Terang Co-op, from daily work to the long-term vision of the organisation.

Links and resources:
Listen to all podcasts – https://coopfarming.coop/podcasts/
Find out more about Terang Co-op – https://terangcoop.com.au/
Find out more about co-op farming – https://coopfarming.coop/
Subscribe to our monthly Co-operative Farming e-newsletter – https://coopfarming.coop/subscribe-to-our-newsletter
Contact the Meet the Co-op Farmers Podcast team – https://coopfarming.coop/contact/
If you or your community want to know more about setting up and running a co-op, contact the Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals – https://bccm.coop/

The Terang Co-op is the retail heart of the small town of Terang and the lifeblood of the community, providing jobs, a sense of ownership and opportunities for local producers.
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Episode Notes:
Talking to journalist Michael Cavanagh, Kevin Ford reflects on the co-op ahead of his retirement as CEO, explaining how the co-operative difference informs every decision at Terang Co-op, from daily work to the long-term vision of the organisation.
Links and resources:
<ul>
<li>Listen to all podcasts – <a href="https://coopfarming.coop/podcasts/">https://coopfarming.coop/podcasts/</a></li>
<li>Find out more about Terang Co-op – <a href="https://terangcoop.com.au/">https://terangcoop.com.au/</a></li>
<li>Find out more about co-op farming – <a href="https://coopfarming.coop/">https://coopfarming.coop/</a></li>
<li>Subscribe to our monthly Co-operative Farming e-newsletter – <a href="https://coopfarming.coop/subscribe-to-our-newsletter">https://coopfarming.coop/subscribe-to-our-newsletter</a></li>
<li>Contact the Meet the Co-op Farmers Podcast team – <a href="https://coopfarming.coop/contact/">https://coopfarming.coop/contact/</a></li>
<li>If you or your community want to know more about setting up and running a co-op, contact the Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals – <a href="https://bccm.coop/">https://bccm.coop/</a></li>
</ul>

Co-operation – it's the Terang way

Western Australia is known for many things – its stunning landscapes, beautiful beaches, the WACA and its much-loved AFL teams. But it’s also home to Australia’s largest fishery, Geraldton Fishermen’s Co-operative, which is a full-service operation taking its members’ daily catch of western rock lobsters and transporting them around the globe.

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Episode Notes:

In this interview by rural journalist Michael Cavanagh with CEO Matt Rutter, you’ll discover more about this proud Australian co-op that’s over 70 years old and hear what’s involved in bringing premium seafood to international and local markets. You’ll also learn why the co-operative model is the ideal structure for this business, driving a purpose that extends beyond just profits.

Links and resources:
Listen to all podcasts – https://coopfarming.coop/podcasts/
Find out more about Geraldton Fishermen’s Co-operative – https://brolos.com.au/
Find out more about co-op farming – https://coopfarming.coop/
Subscribe to our monthly Co-operative Farming e-newsletter – https://coopfarming.coop/subscribe-to-our-newsletter
Contact the Meet the Co-op Farmers Podcast team – https://coopfarming.coop/contact/
If you or your community want to know more about setting up and running a co-op, contact the Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals – https://bccm.coop/

Western Australia is known for many things – its stunning landscapes, beautiful beaches, the WACA and its much-loved AFL teams. But it’s also home to Australia’s largest fishery, Geraldton Fishermen’s Co-operative, which is a full-service operation taking its members’ daily catch of western rock lobsters and transporting them around the globe.
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Episode Notes:
In this interview by rural journalist Michael Cavanagh with CEO Matt Rutter, you’ll discover more about this proud Australian co-op that’s over 70 years old and hear what’s involved in bringing premium seafood to international and local markets. You’ll also learn why the co-operative model is the ideal structure for this business, driving a purpose that extends beyond just profits.
Links and resources:
<ul>
<li>Listen to all podcasts – <a href="https://coopfarming.coop/podcasts/">https://coopfarming.coop/podcasts/</a></li>
<li>Find out more about Geraldton Fishermen’s Co-operative – <a href="https://brolos.com.au/">https://brolos.com.au/</a></li>
<li>Find out more about co-op farming – <a href="https://coopfarming.coop/">https://coopfarming.coop/</a></li>
<li>Subscribe to our monthly Co-operative Farming e-newsletter – <a href="https://coopfarming.coop/subscribe-to-our-newsletter">https://coopfarming.coop/subscribe-to-our-newsletter</a></li>
<li>Contact the Meet the Co-op Farmers Podcast team – <a href="https://coopfarming.coop/contact/">https://coopfarming.coop/contact/</a></li>
<li>If you or your community want to know more about setting up and running a co-op, contact the Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals – <a href="https://bccm.coop/">https://bccm.coop/</a></li>
</ul>

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