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.
Expert Horticulture Consultancy
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
Foliar Nutrition and Application
Written by: Sang Ravindran | Farm Business Consultant | 0436 687 530 Originally ‘created’ for the intensive horticulture industry, the foliar nutrition application is now a common practice and often used in different agricultural industries. The uptake of this...
Will total harvest bans be more common this harvest?
The answer is probably. This is not because conditions are any more dangerous than in previous seasons, but because the system used to assess fire bans has changed in 2022. The Australian Fire Danger Rating System (AFDRS) changed in September 2022. This system...
Playing CBH Grain Roulette
The last month of grain marketing has been a very interesting time, mostly due to the unusual pricing tactics implemented by CBH Marketing & Trading (M&T). M&T have made a significant change in their approach to buying grain, whereby their online pricing...
Planfarm is 60 – well when you trace our history back to the beginning we are!
In 1962 the Wongan-Ballidu Farm Advisory Service was established. The objects of the Service, as per the constitution and rules, were: To promote the efficiency of primary production in the Wongan-Ballidu Road Board District and adjacent areas of Western Australia. To...
Looking to Invest?
A majority owned subsidiary of Planfarm Pty Ltd, Australian Farm Investment Management (AFIM) manages Australian broadacre agricultural investments for institutional and sophisticated investors.
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.
