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Grow your farming knowledge and take your agricultural endeavours to new heights with Planfarm. Join our programs and discover a world of possibilities in farming and agronomy.
Take your farming to the next level with Planfarm
Learn the Business of Farming
Are you a farmer looking to gain better control of your farm’s financial aspects for a smoother, more profitable operation? Our Business of Farming Program is tailored to meet your needs. Join now and take charge of your farm’s financial health.
Enhance Your Agronomy Skills
If you’re a farmer aiming to elevate your agronomy skills without returning to university, our Agronomy of Farming Program could be the answer. Learn from experienced agronomists, improve your decision-making in the field, and confidently engage with peers in agronomic discussions.
Support for Your Farm Business
Are you seeking one-to-one support to grow and manage your family farm business effectively? Our Farm Business Strategy Sessions offer personalised guidance across all aspects of farm management. Let us help you chart a path to success.
Upskill Your Agribusiness Team
Our Business of Farming Program and Agronomy of Farming Program are tailored to upskill your team on the best practices of running a profitable farm business and agronomy strategies that work. Both programs can be delivered online, with interactive elements such as live webinars.
Specialised Grain Marketing Services
Western Australian farmers seeking grain marketing assistance can rely on our expertise to navigate this complex arena successfully.
Tailored Support for Your Unique Needs
Sometimes, a tailored approach is essential. If you’re an agribusiness service looking for customised support, our Strategy Sessions are here to address your specific requirements.
Comprehensive Agronomy Services
Western Australian farmers in need of agronomy assistance will find our services valuable in optimising crop management.
Expert Horticulture Advisory
For Australian fruit and vegetable growers, our Horticulture Services provide invaluable farm business advisory to help maximise potential.
Empower Your Farming Journey
As a dedicated Australian farmer, you understand the importance of managing peak debt, machinery financing, succession planning, and more. Your commitment to excellence is unwavering, but the demands of running a farm leave little time for additional education. You’re in search of practical, no-nonsense solutions to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to ensure the profitability and success of your farm.
JP AND DARCIE VAN DE VELDE
Pictured on the Van De Velde family farm, ‘Jaloran’, located in Wagin. The Van De Velde family partnered with Planfarm when they moved to Australia in 2018.
Partner with Planfarm
Planfarm work with more than 500 farm businesses, many of whom are Australia’s very best and each on a professional journey of continuous and collaborative improvement.
JP AND DARCIE VAN DE VELDE
Pictured on the Van De Velde family farm, ‘Jaloran’, located in Wagin. The Van De Velde family partnered with Planfarm when they moved to Australia in 2018.
We Address Your Needs
At Planfarm, we address your needs comprehensively, covering crucial areas and skill sets such as:
Understanding farm profit
Grain & livestock marketing
Succession planning
Machinery & technology
Ratios & KPIs
People development
Soils & soil constraints
Crop nutrition
Pastures & livestock
Machinery investment
Tax & business structures
Crop establishment
Weeds, pests & disease
JP AND DARCIE VAN DE VELDE | Pictured on the Van De Velde family farm, ‘Jaloran’, located in Wagin. The Van De Velde family partnered with Planfarm when they moved to Australia in 2018.
Case Study: The Mullan Family
The Mullan family (pictured) partnered with Planfarm in 2005. They currently utilise the Farm Business Consulting service.
“We are third generation farmers, and the kids are fourth. We joined Planfarm in 2005 and the relationship adds another dimension to our operation. When times have been tight, Planfarm have been by our side to prepare very professional, very smart business plan presentations which have ultimately led to being able to secure great finance opportunities.” – Rob and Lee-Ann Mullan
Visit the Farm Business Consulting page to learn more about this service.
Are You the Future of Farming?
Planfarm Academy is one of Australia’s leading agri-related learning platforms and allows families or individuals to create and achieve their vision for the future. Enrol now for the Planfarm Academy Business of Farming and Introduction to Agronomy courses at heavily discounted rates, or take a look at our new Agronomy of Farming Course.
Business of Farming Course
Be as good at the business of farming as you are at farming itself by taking your business skills and knowledge to the next level.
Agronomy of Farming Course
Dig deeper into each agronomy topic and benefit from live interactive Q&A’s are run twice a year.
POLLY AND SARAH CORKE
Pictured on the Corke family farm, ‘Rolvenden’, located in Yearlering. The Corke family partnered with Planfarm in 2004.
Insights
Chemical carry over – friend or foe?
Earlier this year I was at work and came across some DAP. It wouldn’t have been noteworthy, except that it was September and I found it ~5cm beneath the soil surface in the paddock. It’s pretty dry if 4 months after seeding the fertiliser granules haven’t dissolved!...
Making sense of the new CBH harvest grades.
CBH have introduced several new storage/pay grades for the 2023 harvest. Some have been floated for a while now, whereas others have been introduced during harvest to combat seasonal quality issues from the early receivals in the north. I thought it worthwhile to have...
Comparing apples with apples in national vegetable benchmarks
Planfarm is forging the way in horticulture after being awarded a national five-year vegetable and onion benchmarking project. This project is the first of its kind in horticultural benchmarking and is based on the face-to-face farm business consulting service model...
Land Chess with Big-wigs, Legal-eagles, and Bean counters.
Recognise when you need help. The competition for rural land and the continued pressure for alternative development is only going to increase. It is likely you will be exposed to proposals for tenanted use of land areas. Take home messages: Don’t sign anything unless...
Farm succession – keys to success and an alternative to the norm.
“Legal instruments such as wills and powers of attorney are important but the successful transfer of a lifetime’s wealth while preserving family relationships requires more careful planning than that.” Richard Milroy, Private Wealth Network, Financial Review, Oct...
Fertiliser prices returning to normal – sort of!
Written by: Carter Johnson | Farm Business Consultant | 0429 264 550 After two years of crazy fertiliser prices, we are starting to see a return to ‘normal’ levels. This was the message given to us by CSBP at a recent update. But – the weakening Australian...
How many $ are you losing from seeding late?
Written by: Simon Leake | Agronomist | 0439 999 173 After another year of early breaks and another year of still seeing growers disorganised at seeding time and not planting on time, I wanted to highlight how much money is being left on the table. We all know that...
Reflections
Written by: Rob Grima | Farm Business Consultant | 0427 382 490 On a recent flight while on holiday, I did the right thing and listened to the air stewards tell us about the safety procedures in the event of an emergency. Whilst I regularly take flights, I can’t...
When it doesn’t rain, and income is low inflation means potential losses are large!
Written by: Cameron Weeks | Farm Business Consultant | 0427 006 944 What do you read into the below table from the 2022 Planfarm Benchmarks publication? Record income in 2022? Record profits in 2021? Fantastic returns on capital? Ending equity at an amazing 93%?...
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Elevate Your Farming Knowledge with Planfarm
At Planfarm, we’re committed to empowering farmers and agricultural industry partners with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in today’s competitive landscape. Whether you’re a seasoned farmer or an agribusiness service provider, our range of programs and services is designed to help you level up your expertise and achieve greater success in the world of farming and agriculture.
Get tailored guidance with a Farm Business Strategy Session. Contact us and get started today.