B.Bus (Agri)
B.Com (Property)
GAICD

Graeme is charged with leading the strategic direction and decisions of Planfarm and additionally partners with clients to ensure they achieve long-term, rewarding outcomes across their entire agri-business. Graeme is renowned for having developed the ‘Planfarm Benchmarks’, now the largest and most comprehensive of its kind in Australia, with cutting edge analysis derived from over 500 broadacre farm businesses in WA.

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B.Bus (ACC FIN)
GAICD

Following a career in agricultural banking and finance, Eric joined Planfarm in 2004 and adds a wealth of experience to the group, both as an advisor and a valued Director. Eric partners with clients to provide management guidance, as well as being one of our key authorised grain marketing advisors.

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B.Sc Agri (Hons)

Paul is one of the state’s most respected pasture and livestock systems Agronomist’s and brings to Planfarm a wealth of experience in integrated operational management and sustainability. Before joining our board, Paul held senior management roles with ag giant, CSBP. Today, Paul partners with clients to deliver outstanding support, advice and analysis across the full agri-business spectrum. He also proffers significant experience in family succession planning and sits on several client advisory boards.

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BEC (Hons)

Emily came from a background as an economist with the RBA, before joining Planfarm’s Grain Marketing team in 2012. As opportunities presented themselves, that aligned with Emily’s qualifications in Finance and Economics and skills in data management and business systems, Emily stepped up into team lead and finance roles, and ultimately taking on the lead in the Planfarm Finance and Administration Team.

B.Bus (Agri)
B.Com (Property)
GAICD

Graeme is charged with leading the strategic direction and decisions of Planfarm and additionally partners with clients to ensure they achieve long-term, rewarding outcomes across their entire agri-business. Graeme is renowned for having developed the ‘Planfarm Benchmarks’, now the largest and most comprehensive of its kind in Australia, with cutting edge analysis derived from over 500 broadacre farm businesses in WA.

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B.Bus (ACC FIN)
GAICD

Following a career in agricultural banking and finance, Eric joined Planfarm in 2004 and adds a wealth of experience to the group, both as an advisor and a valued Director. Eric partners with clients to provide management guidance, as well as being one of our key authorised grain marketing advisors.

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B.Sc Agri (Hons)

Paul is one of the state’s most respected pasture and livestock systems Agronomist’s and brings to Planfarm a wealth of experience in integrated operational management and sustainability. Before joining our board, Paul held senior management roles with ag giant, CSBP. Today, Paul partners with clients to deliver outstanding support, advice and analysis across the full agri-business spectrum. He also proffers significant experience in family succession planning and sits on several client advisory boards.

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B.AgBus (Marketing)

Before joining Planfarm in 2009, Glen enjoyed a successful career with NAB Agribusiness. Today, Glen uses his financial expertise to partner with our clients and provide exceptional advice in business analysis, budgeting, benchmarking, commodity marketing, property and strategic planning.

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B.Sc Agri (Hons)

Rob brings to Planfarm an enviable professional history spanning more than 20 years. Beginning as a Research Economist with the Department of Agriculture, he later took on a role for almost a decade as an Agronomist with Elders before reverting to economic research where he specialised in the economics of crop protection and innovative livestock management options. Today, Rob is well known in the industry particularly in the northern agricultural region with clients right across the Geraldton zone. He applies his unique experience to partner with clients to deliver outstanding results, service and support.

B.Sc Agri Econ (Hons)

Prior to joining Planfarm, Tyson worked with prominent Australian grain accumulation and export business, Plum Grove. In this role, he was responsible for managing grain pool products in several states, gaining extensive experience in global grain markets, commodity trading and risk management. These are just some of the skills he has brought with him to Planfarm, where he partners with agribusiness clients from a number of sectors to deliver business analysis, advice and support.

B.AgSc (Hons)
B.Com

Steve has enjoyed a successful career that began in commercial banking, eventually leading to his last role with Rabobank. In this role, he supplemented his passion for agriculture with a strong understanding of sustainable farm systems, profit drivers, price risk management and long-term business strategy. Joining Planfarm in 2019, Steve partners with clients to provide valuable performance analysis, strategic/capital planning and development of business capacity.

B.AgBus

A strong interest in economics and biological sciences led Carter to Curtin University and a Bachelor of Agribusiness, which in turn led to a graduate role with Planfarm. Carter has developed valuable expertise on Horticulture and Broadacre farming through driving the preparation of Horticulture Benchmarks and Broadacre Benchmarks.

As Carter builds his knowledge and skillset of both Western Australian agriculture and Planfarm’s dynamic and diversified client base, he will also contribute to the future of our continual growth and improvement.

B.Agric

Prior to joining Planfarm in 2022, Martin built a successful career in Agribusiness Finance for the past 29 years. During this time he has specialised in broadacre mixed cropping & livestock production. Martin brings a broad experience in financial management, cashflow budget and financial data analysis to provide farm business advice & analysis, to assist clients with understanding the financial drivers of their business & strategic planning for future requirements.

BAgribus Hons

Mike Cameron, an agricultural professional driven by a lifelong passion for farming. From a family farm background, Mike’s hands-on experience and relentless curiosity set him on a path of continuous learning. After managing a dairy farm, he embraced a transformative opportunity in 2006, leading to multiple relocations, large family farming expansions, and the development of a farm business poised for sale in 2022.

Mike’s journey, marked by challenges and triumphs, includes overseeing significant livestock, navigating weather extremes, and achieving remarkable financial growth – such as selling for over $100 million! Beyond tangible success, Mike finds true fulfillment in team development, family, and enjoying the agricultural adventure.

With a focus on team culture, robust processes, and relishing the journey, Mike brings a wealth of experience and a passion for helping businesses thrive. Join him on the path to not just achieving results, but enjoying the ride in the dynamic world of agriculture.

Masters Degree of Applied Finance
B.S Agriculture

Jerome has more than 10 years experience as a grain marketing advisor and partners with his clients to provide tailored advice, management and analysis, including strategy, brokerage and derivatives trades. Born into a farming enterprise in Mullewa (WA), Jerome previously held an area management position within AWB. Jerome has also performed voluntary roles with the WAFarmers Grains Council and GRDC, and completed a Nuffield Fellowship. Jerome is an authorised AFS representative for dealing in grain derivatives and foreign exchange.

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Andrew has worked in commodity, interest rate and FX markets since starting in cotton in the 1990’s.  In 2000 he moved to WA to be part of ProFarmer Advisory Services, as the grain markets started deregulating, to provide advice to growers seeking to navigate the new situation of having to hedge and market their grain.  His experience in working with growers in the cash and derivative markets lead to roles in markets with two leading agribusiness banks in Australia and then in the US .  These roles involved providing hedging products in interest rates, FX and commodities with agribusiness clients.  Now back in WA he is looking forward to applying this experience in assisting Planfarm clients hedge and market their grain at all levels of sophistication from cash marketing through to swaps and options.

Masters Degree of Applied Finance
B.S Agriculture

Jerome has more than 10 years experience as a grain marketing advisor and partners with his clients to provide tailored advice, management and analysis, including strategy, brokerage and derivatives trades. Born into a farming enterprise in Mullewa (WA), Jerome previously held an area management position within AWB. Jerome has also performed voluntary roles with the WAFarmers Grains Council and GRDC, and completed a Nuffield Fellowship. Jerome is an authorised AFS representative for dealing in grain derivatives and foreign exchange.

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B.Com
GradDip AgBus

Nic proffers in-depth and wide-ranging expertise in all aspects of grain marketing including brokerage, strategy, individual market planning, logistics and market analysis.

Nic partners with clients to create rewarding and enduring relationships, as well as an extremely high level of informed grain marketing advice and general farm business strategy.

B.AgBus (Marketing)

Before joining Planfarm in 2009, Glen enjoyed a successful career with NAB Agribusiness. Today, Glen uses his financial expertise to partner with our clients and provide exceptional advice in business analysis, budgeting, benchmarking, commodity marketing, property and strategic planning.

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Prior to establishing his career in grain marketing, Chad was a professional farmer for 13 years primarily involved in broadacre cropping and livestock management. Since 2012, Chad has garnered an incredible wealth of experience and exposure to local and global grain markets and today partners with clients to provide unique support, strategic direction and advice.

Andrew has worked in commodity, interest rate and FX markets since starting in cotton in the 1990’s.  In 2000 he moved to WA to be part of ProFarmer Advisory Services, as the grain markets started deregulating, to provide advice to growers seeking to navigate the new situation of having to hedge and market their grain.  His experience in working with growers in the cash and derivative markets lead to roles in markets with two leading agribusiness banks in Australia and then in the US .  These roles involved providing hedging products in interest rates, FX and commodities with agribusiness clients.  Now back in WA he is looking forward to applying this experience in assisting Planfarm clients hedge and market their grain at all levels of sophistication from cash marketing through to swaps and options.

B.Sc Agri (Hons)

Paul is one of the state’s most respected pasture and livestock systems Agronomist’s and brings to Planfarm a wealth of experience in integrated operational management and sustainability. Before joining our board, Paul held senior management roles with ag giant, CSBP. Today, Paul partners with clients to deliver outstanding support, advice and analysis across the full agri-business spectrum. He also proffers significant experience in family succession planning and sits on several client advisory boards.

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B.Sc

An experienced Agronomist with international experience ranging from the efficacy of harvest weed seed control to the development of herbicide resistance traits in sunflowers and sorghum, Nick adds a fantastic dynamic to our Agronomy team. Still completing various academic undertakings whilst working, Nick partners with clients and his peers to impart valuable, current advice and a level of unparalleled professional support.

B.Sc Agri (Hons)

Paul is one of the state’s most respected pasture and livestock systems Agronomist’s and brings to Planfarm a wealth of experience in integrated operational management and sustainability. Before joining our board, Paul held senior management roles with ag giant, CSBP. Today, Paul partners with clients to deliver outstanding support, advice and analysis across the full agri-business spectrum. He also proffers significant experience in family succession planning and sits on several client advisory boards.

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B.Sc Agri (Hons)

M.Ec

GAICD

Steff brings a broad skill set to the role of project manager of the National Vegetable and Onion Benchmarking program – degrees in agricultural science and econometrics, experienced industry development and horticulture project work, horticultural business management and governance. Steff’s ethos centres around building sustainable horticultural systems and businesses that grow regional communities and families. She is also a passionate advocate for careers in agriculture and quick to seize an opportunity to link young people with others in the industry who can mentor or guide them through the pipeline. Steff is based in the Perth office and manages the project delivery across Australia.

B.AgBus

A strong interest in economics and biological sciences led Carter to Curtin University and a Bachelor of Agribusiness, which in turn led to a graduate role with Planfarm. Carter has developed valuable expertise on Horticulture and Broadacre farming through driving the preparation of Horticulture Benchmarks and Broadacre Benchmarks.

As Carter builds his knowledge and skillset of both Western Australian agriculture and Planfarm’s dynamic and diversified client base, he will also contribute to the future of our continual growth and improvement.

B.AgBus

After completing a degree in Agribusiness at Curtin University, Thea has brought her passion for horticulture into her grad role at Planfarm. Hailing from a mixed livestock/horticulture farm in the Manjimup region, her experience and knowledge of these farming systems make her a valuable addition to Planfarm horticulture team.

B.Bus (ACC FIN)
GAICD

Following a career in agricultural banking and finance, Eric joined Planfarm in 2004 and adds a wealth of experience to the group, both as an advisor and a valued Director. Eric partners with clients to provide management guidance, as well as being one of our key authorised grain marketing advisors.

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B. Ec.; B.Sc (Hons); PhD

Danielle is an applied agricultural scientist. Starting her career in finance, she transitioned to research, completing her PhD which explored the carbon footprint analysis of broadacre livestock systems in southern Australia. As such, she has an in-depth understanding of emissions in agriculture, carbon markets and opportunities for farmers to track and reduce their own footprint. Prior to joining Planfarm, she worked at Curtin University, investigating how data and digital
technologies can improve farm productivity and profitability.

Danielle is now the manager at Planfarm TerraWise, bringing a decade of experience to the carbon advisory division of Planfarm. In this role she seeks to break down the complexities around farm emissions and carbon farming for clients, and to make use of digital technologies that enable farmers to make informed, data-driven decisions that align with their business goals. Danielle is passionate about sustainable agriculture and connecting growers to the opportunities that the rapidly growing carbon industry presents to them.

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B.Com

Toby loves working at the intersection of robust and healthy landscapes with productive agricultural systems. Having grown up on a family farm south of Kojonup, he went on to study commerce at UWA, then began his career in marketing in Perth. Before long he made his way back to the farm, where he developed a strong interest in sustainable land management. This led him into a career in carbon farming, where he has spent the last four years working alongside farmers and corporate ag outfits to navigate the challenges and unlock the opportunities of this emerging industry.

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BSc (Hons): Geography, MSc (Hons) Earth Observation & Geoinformation Management

A passion for Earth Sciences and desire to understand the world around us drove Kate to study Geography at Swansea University. Here she gained a strong interest in the impacts of climate change, the growing need for sustainable development and effective resource management. Seeking to gain a more practical skillset to apply to these issues, Kate went on to study Earth Observation and Geoinformation Management at Edinburgh University. Here, she was introduced to the fusion of remotely sensed data, science and technology to provide unique and meaningful insights into the surrounding environment. Kate has since joined the TerraWise team as a GIS Analyst, working to deliver geospatial solutions that help drive decision making within the Carbon Farming Industry.

B.AppSc PE

Colin forms the very important nucleus of Planfarm and its varied professional divisions. He has significant expertise across a range of diverse business disciplines and partners with our entire team to develop and guide policies, procedures, efficiencies and indeed the integral direction of the Planfarm brand and ethos.

BEC (Hons)

With qualifications focusing on finance and economics and a background in banking, Emily joined Planfarm in 2012. Emily partners with clients to proffer expert grain marketing advice and individualised strategies to manage price risk, brokerage and position management and judicious leadership in the areas of global grain supply, demand and price.

Hailing from Nepal, Purbaj comes to us with valuable experience, having recently contributed to the success of Merredin Farms in Merredin. Eric, a familiar face in our team, had the pleasure of working alongside Purbaj during his time in Merredin.

Purbaj’s academic background is impressive, boasting a Master of Professional Accounting from James Cook University and a Master of Business Studies (Finance) from Tribhuvan University.

As we continue to expand our reach and impact in the corporate landscape, we extend a warm welcome to Purbaj. We look forward to the wealth of skills, expertise, and fresh perspectives he brings to our dynamic team.

From a Mid-West farming background, Marnie worked all over WA before settling in Geraldton. Here she puts her qualification in Business Management to excellent use, supporting the Geraldton offices’ Business Consultants and Agronomists throughout the year as well as publishing Planfarm’s various newsletters, media releases and event flyers, coordinating Planfarm’s various social media and communication platforms, and providing assistance across all things Planfarm Academy.

Leanne has over 20 years’ experience in administration, spending some time in the south west at Harvey Meat Exports & South West Development Authority then returning to Perth, working in a variety of workplaces holding roles in education, mining, aged care, medical supply. 

Her caring, friendly manner brings a welcoming touch to our front of office and provides our team with administration support to ensure the smooth running of the Osborne Park office.

Planfarm is delighted to have Vinh work with us as he completes his studies.

Following an extensive banking background, Shirley is now an essential component of the Narrogin office’s Admin team. Shirley works on Planfarm Marketing’s compliance and accounting as well as handling budget bookings and coordination and Consultant support. Shirley’s excellent communicative and client liaison skills ensure every visitor to the Narrogin office experiences a professional and warm and friendly visit to Planfarm.

Planfarm is delighted to have Ritika work with us as she completes her studies.