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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
Tending to Your Mental Health
Written by: Carter Johnson | Farm Business Consultant | 0429 264 550 How frequently are you tending to the maintenance of your most crucial asset – your mental health? The statistics tell us that two in five Australians over the age of 16 have experienced a...
The Basis for Change
Written by: Nic Sewell | Grain Marketing Advisor | 0436 606 525 Written on: 29th May 2023 What a ride this past 12 months has been! As I write this newsletter, it is interesting to recall what was happening on this day 12 months ago. The horrendous Ukrainian...
WA Flock Sheep eID Requirements – Are you thinking ahead?
Written by: Glen Brayshaw | Farm Business Consultant & Grain Marketing Advisor | 0437 704 613 Key Points • WA will align with the remainder of Australia by adopting Electronic Identification (eID ear tags) for sheep and goats on 1st January 2025. •...
Comparison is the thief of joy
Written by: Nick McKenna | Agronomist | 0427 681 574 At the time of writing, things are not as rosy as they have been. There is little stored moisture, little rain forecast, and grain prices have fallen from the lofty heights of the past. But there is...
Championship Hot Air Balloon Flying – Any Agricultural related similarities?
Written by: Glen Brayshaw |Farm Business Consultant & Grain Marketing Advisor | 0437 704 613 Recently I had the opportunity to assist a team at the National Hot Air Ballooning Championships held in Northam. I assisted (hindered?) with navigation...
10 Years of Bunge in WA
Written by: Chad Jefferis | Grain Marketing Advisor | 0429 811 244 It has now been 10 years since Bunge began its journey in Western Australia. Primarily, it has provided another option for grain producers to store and market their grain in a...
Glyphosate is now our biggest resistance issue
Written by: Peter Newman | Farm Business Consultant | 0427 984 010 I had a call from an agronomist mate of mine from Western Victoria last year asking “once we have glyphosate resistant ryegrass, will we ever get glyphosate back?” They were facing a situation...
Farmers Terms of Trade
Written by: Andrew Jones | Farm Business Consultant | 0456 688 171 ‘Will you take an opportunity’? or ‘Will you be an opportunity’? Over the course of 40 years, the faces of farming in WA have not only changed but diminished in number. In 1980 there were...
Early start! Let’s not get too excited! Frost Planning 2023
Written by: Simon Leake | Agronomist | 0439 999 173 What a cracking start we have had! Most of my growers in the central and southern wheatbelt have had three good hits of rain since the end of March allowing an awesome early sowing opportunity. These rains...
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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.