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
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%?...
Is the wolf already at the door?
Written by: Paul Omodei | Farm Business Consultant | 0427 728 566 Around this time last year I wrote an article referencing a trophic cascade (an ecological process which starts at the top of the food chain and tumbles all the way down to the bottom) and specifically...
Growing lupins is a lot like flossing your teeth
Written by: Nick McKenna | Agronomist | 0427 681 574 Growing lupins is a lot like flossing your teeth. You know its the right thing to do, but you probably don’t enjoy doing it, take any excuse to avoid it, and only realise that you should have done it a lot...
Camera’s on your next boomspray?
Written by: Peter Newman | Farm Business Consultant | 0427 984 010 Machinery prices are totally bananas these days. Will the price of new gear ever come down? Of course, the dealers are saying no, this is it, get used to it. High machinery prices are here to...
Thumbs Up
Written by: Nic Sewell | Grain Marketing Advisor | 0436 606 525 You have a contract!! Last month a Canadian farmer was sued for failing to deliver on a contract, as they believed that an emoji could not be used to confirm a legally binding contract. The buyer...
Wind turbines on farms and optimizing the opportunity.
Written by: Cameron Weeks | Farm Business Consultant | 0427 006 944 Ever done a deal that you felt was a great one only to find out that others had done an even better deal with the same person or company? And what if it was substantially better let alone that you...
We are all in the Agricultural game. What can be learned?
Written by: Colin Rose | Business Manager | 0413 343 888 Planfarm have, for the past 6 years, invested into developing services in the Horticultural industry. We have been working with numerous clients and stakeholders in the horticultural sector developing a series...
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.
