How do you build a farming business that stays profitable through both the good seasons and the tough ones? 

In this episode, Rob Watt shares how his mixed farming operation balances livestock, cropping and long-term decision-making to manage risk and improve resilience. Drawing on years of experience and farm benchmarking data, Rob explains his approach to stocking rates, enterprise diversity, confinement feeding and maintaining profitability without relying on exceptional seasons. 

Rob also discusses the value of self-replacing livestock systems, pasture management, wool production, and why having more options across your farm can help you make better decisions when conditions change.  

Local Land Services Mixed Farming Advisor Rohan Leach sat down with Rob for this practical and insightful conversation. 

Resources and links:
Rob Watt on LinkedIn

Nominate a Mate:
If you'd like to nominate a mate (or yourself) as a potential future guest on the podcast, you can do so here: Nominate a Mate for 'Seeds for Success'.

Connect:
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The views contained in this podcast series are not necessarily endorsed by Central West Local Land Services. Listeners are advised to contact their local office to discuss their individual situation.


This show is produced in collaboration with SoundCartel. Visit soundcartel.com.au for more information.

How do you build a farming business that stays profitable through both the good seasons and the tough ones?&nbsp;
In this episode, Rob Watt shares how his mixed farming operation balances livestock,&nbsp;cropping&nbsp;and long-term decision-making to manage risk and improve resilience. Drawing on years of experience and farm benchmarking data, Rob explains his approach to stocking rates, enterprise diversity, confinement feeding and&nbsp;maintaining&nbsp;profitability without relying on exceptional seasons.&nbsp;
Rob also discusses the value of self-replacing livestock systems, pasture management, wool production, and why having more options across your farm can help you make better decisions when conditions change.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Local Land Services Mixed Farming Advisor Rohan Leach sat down with Rob for this practical and insightful conversation.&nbsp;
Resources and links:
<ul>
<li>Rob Watt on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-watt-421978114/">LinkedIn</a></li>
</ul>
Nominate a Mate:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">If you'd like to nominate a mate (or yourself) as a potential future guest on the podcast, you can do so here: <a href="https://regionalnsw.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aVuHOf7krHE9Voq">Nominate a Mate for 'Seeds for Success'</a>.</li>
</ul>
Connect:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.lls.nsw.gov.au/regions/central-west">Central West LLS website</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/CentralWestLLS">Central West LLS on Facebook</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://twitter.com/CentralWestLLS">Central West LLS on X</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/CentralWestLLS">Central West LLS on YouTube</a></li>
</ul>
The views contained in this podcast series are not necessarily endorsed by Central West Local Land Services. Listeners are advised to contact their local office to discuss their individual situation.
 This show is produced in collaboration with SoundCartel. Visit<a href="https://soundcartel.com.au/"> soundcartel.com.au</a> for more information.

Seeds for Success is a show where we have a good yarn about ag life with producers who are having a go. On the show, you'll hear from farmers in New South Wales who are out there battling the elements, making tough calls and getting the job done. You'll get a laugh out of some of their stories, and also pick-up some know-how along the way. Produced by Central West Local Land Services.

Seeds for Success is a show where we have a good yarn about ag life with producers who are having a go.

Seeds for Success

More Options, Less Risk: Mixed Farming Strategies That Last with Rob Watt 

Could virtual fencing transform the way you manage grazing, cattle and pasture? 

In this episode, Local Land Services Sustainable Agriculture Facilitator, Bonnie Mitchell speaks with Andrew Dowd about livestock trading, pasture management and the practical benefits of virtual fencing technology. Andrew runs a young cattle trading enterprise across family-owned and leased properties, using a combination of grazing management, data and technology to improve productivity and profitability. 

Andrew shares how moving from dairy heifers into cattle trading gave him greater control over his business, how he makes buying and selling decisions based on market opportunities and feed availability, and why long-term pasture improvement is central to his operation. He also explains how virtual fencing, rotational grazing and farm data are helping him increase carrying capacity, improve pasture utilisation and prepare for future carbon farming opportunities. 

You'll also hear how Andrew uses technology to support decision-making, why he's embracing early adoption of virtual fencing, and the practical lessons he's learned from implementing new systems across multiple properties. 

Nominate a Mate:
If you'd like to nominate a mate (or yourself) as a potential future guest on the podcast, you can do so here: Nominate a Mate for 'Seeds for Success'.

Connect:
Central West LLS website
Central West LLS on Facebook
Central West LLS on X
Central West LLS on YouTube

This podcast was supported by Central West Local Land Services’ Sustainable Agriculture Facilitator. Sustainable Agriculture Facilitators are supported by the Australian Government through funding from the Natural Heritage Trust under the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program. Views and opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect those of Local Land Services or the Australian Government.


This show is produced in collaboration with SoundCartel. Visit soundcartel.com.au for more information.

Could virtual fencing transform the way you manage grazing,&nbsp;cattle&nbsp;and pasture?&nbsp;
In this episode, Local Land Services Sustainable Agriculture Facilitator, Bonnie Mitchell speaks with Andrew Dowd about livestock trading, pasture&nbsp;management&nbsp;and the practical benefits of virtual fencing technology. Andrew runs a young cattle trading enterprise across family-owned and leased properties, using a combination of grazing management,&nbsp;data&nbsp;and technology to improve productivity and profitability.&nbsp;
Andrew shares how moving from dairy heifers into cattle trading gave him greater control over his business, how he makes buying and selling decisions based on market opportunities and feed availability, and why long-term pasture improvement is central to his operation. He also explains how virtual fencing, rotational grazing and farm data are helping him increase carrying capacity, improve pasture&nbsp;utilisation&nbsp;and prepare for future carbon farming opportunities.&nbsp;
You'll also hear how Andrew uses technology to support decision-making, why he's embracing early adoption of virtual fencing, and the practical lessons he's learned from implementing new systems across multiple properties.&nbsp;
Nominate a Mate:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">If you'd like to nominate a mate (or yourself) as a potential future guest on the podcast, you can do so here: <a href="https://regionalnsw.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aVuHOf7krHE9Voq">Nominate a Mate for 'Seeds for Success'</a>.</li>
</ul>
Connect:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.lls.nsw.gov.au/regions/central-west">Central West LLS website</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/CentralWestLLS">Central West LLS on Facebook</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://twitter.com/CentralWestLLS">Central West LLS on X</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/CentralWestLLS">Central West LLS on YouTube</a></li>
</ul>
This podcast was supported by Central West Local Land Services&rsquo; Sustainable Agriculture Facilitator. Sustainable Agriculture Facilitators are supported by the Australian Government through funding from the Natural Heritage Trust under the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program. Views and opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect those of Local Land Services or the Australian Government.
 This show is produced in collaboration with SoundCartel. Visit<a href="https://soundcartel.com.au/"> soundcartel.com.au</a> for more information.

Virtual Fencing, Cattle Trading and Smarter Grazing with Andrew Dowd 

As a fifth-generation farmer from Cowra, Jo Treasure works alongside her family managing prime lambs, Black Angus cattle, grazing crops and perennial pastures, while continually looking for ways to improve profitability and long-term sustainability. In this episode, she shares how she is running a mixed farming enterprise, making strategic business decisions, and encouraging more young people to pursue careers in agriculture. 

Jo shares how an unexpected gap year led to a lifelong career in agriculture, why she's focused on improving financial literacy and business performance on the family farm, and the practical decisions behind their livestock, pasture, and cropping systems. She also explains how direct marketing, feedlots, improved genetics and pasture management are helping build a more resilient farming business. 

You'll hear about Jo's passion for agricultural education, the school lamb program she's expanded across multiple schools, and why giving young people hands-on farming experiences could help shape the future of Australian agriculture. 

Local Land Services Sustainable Agriculture Facilitator, Bonnie Mitchell sat down with Jo to bring you this conversation.

Resources and links:
Jo Treasure on Instagram 

Nominate a Mate:
If you'd like to nominate a mate (or yourself) as a potential future guest on the podcast, you can do so here: Nominate a Mate for 'Seeds for Success'.

Connect:
Central West LLS website
Central West LLS on Facebook
Central West LLS on X
Central West LLS on YouTube

This podcast was supported by Central West Local Land Services’ Sustainable Agriculture Facilitator. Sustainable Agriculture Facilitators are supported by the Australian Government through funding from the Natural Heritage Trust under the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program. Views and opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect those of Local Land Services or the Australian Government.


This show is produced in collaboration with SoundCartel. Visit soundcartel.com.au for more information.

As a fifth-generation farmer from&nbsp;Cowra,&nbsp;Jo Treasure&nbsp;works alongside her family managing prime lambs, Black Angus cattle, grazing&nbsp;crops&nbsp;and perennial pastures, while continually looking for ways to improve profitability and long-term sustainability.&nbsp;In this episode, she&nbsp;shares how she is&nbsp;running a mixed farming enterprise, making strategic business decisions, and encouraging more young people to pursue careers in agriculture.&nbsp;
Jo shares how an unexpected gap year led to a lifelong career in agriculture, why&nbsp;she's&nbsp;focused on improving financial literacy and business performance on the family farm, and the practical decisions behind their livestock,&nbsp;pasture,&nbsp;and cropping systems. She also explains how direct marketing, feedlots, improved&nbsp;genetics&nbsp;and pasture management are helping build a more resilient farming business.&nbsp;
You'll&nbsp;hear about Jo's passion for agricultural education, the school lamb program&nbsp;she's&nbsp;expanded across multiple schools, and why giving young people hands-on farming experiences could help shape the future of Australian agriculture.&nbsp;
Local Land Services Sustainable Agriculture Facilitator, Bonnie Mitchell sat down with&nbsp;Jo&nbsp;to bring you this&nbsp;conversation.
Resources and links:
<ul>
<li>Jo Treasure on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/connect.to.ag.aus/">Instagram</a>&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Nominate a Mate:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">If you'd like to nominate a mate (or yourself) as a potential future guest on the podcast, you can do so here: <a href="https://regionalnsw.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aVuHOf7krHE9Voq">Nominate a Mate for 'Seeds for Success'</a>.</li>
</ul>
Connect:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.lls.nsw.gov.au/regions/central-west">Central West LLS website</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/CentralWestLLS">Central West LLS on Facebook</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://twitter.com/CentralWestLLS">Central West LLS on X</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/CentralWestLLS">Central West LLS on YouTube</a></li>
</ul>
This podcast was supported by Central West Local Land Services&rsquo; Sustainable Agriculture Facilitator. Sustainable Agriculture Facilitators are supported by the Australian Government through funding from the Natural Heritage Trust under the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program. Views and opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect those of Local Land Services or the Australian Government.
 This show is produced in collaboration with SoundCartel. Visit<a href="https://soundcartel.com.au/"> soundcartel.com.au</a> for more information.

Prime Lambs, Pastures and Inspiring the Next Generation with Jo Treasure

Fifth-generation mixed farmer David Langfield has spent a lifetime balancing cropping, livestock and pasture management on his family's Cowra property. In this episode, he shares how lucerne underpins his farming system, why long-term soil management matters, and how on-farm grain storage has improved grain quality, marketing flexibility and business resilience. 

David also talks about his passion for telling the stories of Australian agriculture through his podcast, Ages of Farming. He reflects on the changing media landscape, the importance of showcasing the next generation of farmers, and why sharing real stories from the paddock is one of the best ways to promote Aussie agriculture.

Local Land Services Mixed Farming Advisor Rohan Leach, sat down with David to bring you this chat.

Resources and links:
Ages of Farming Podcast on Instagram
Ages of Farming Podcast on Spotify

Nominate a Mate:
If you'd like to nominate a mate (or yourself) as a potential future guest on the podcast, you can do so here: Nominate a Mate for 'Seeds for Success'.

Connect:
Central West LLS website
Central West LLS on Facebook
Central West LLS on X
Central West LLS on YouTube

The views contained in this podcast series are not necessarily endorsed by Central West Local Land Services. Listeners are advised to contact their local office to discuss their individual situation.


This show is produced in collaboration with SoundCartel. Visit soundcartel.com.au for more information.

Fifth-generation mixed farmer David Langfield has spent a lifetime balancing cropping,&nbsp;livestock&nbsp;and pasture management on his family's Cowra property. In this episode, he shares how lucerne underpins his farming system, why long-term soil management matters, and how on-farm grain storage has improved grain quality, marketing&nbsp;flexibility&nbsp;and business resilience.&nbsp;
David also talks about his passion for telling the stories of Australian agriculture through his podcast,&nbsp;Ages of Farming. He reflects on the changing media landscape, the importance of&nbsp;showcasing&nbsp;the next generation of farmers, and why sharing real stories from the paddock is one of the best ways to promote Aussie agriculture.
Local Land Services Mixed Farming Advisor Rohan Leach, sat down with David to bring you this chat.
Resources and links:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/agesoffarmingpodcast/">Ages of Farming Podcast on Instagram</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/34OuMMp0Zr6yase2suAM0c?si=b51f0647548e4d21">Ages of Farming Podcast on Spotify</a></li>
</ul>
Nominate a Mate:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">If you'd like to nominate a mate (or yourself) as a potential future guest on the podcast, you can do so here: <a href="https://regionalnsw.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aVuHOf7krHE9Voq">Nominate a Mate for 'Seeds for Success'</a>.</li>
</ul>
Connect:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.lls.nsw.gov.au/regions/central-west">Central West LLS website</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/CentralWestLLS">Central West LLS on Facebook</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://twitter.com/CentralWestLLS">Central West LLS on X</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/CentralWestLLS">Central West LLS on YouTube</a></li>
</ul>
The views contained in this podcast series are not necessarily endorsed by Central West Local Land Services. Listeners are advised to contact their local office to discuss their individual situation.
 This show is produced in collaboration with SoundCartel. Visit<a href="https://soundcartel.com.au/"> soundcartel.com.au</a> for more information.

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