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Boots Off Log On!™

Welcome to Boots Off Log On™, an Agrimaster podcast where we talk all things farm business management and leadership. Join industry experts and guests sharing valuable insights, tips, and stories to enhance your agricultural journey. Explore the diverse facets of agribusiness, covering everything from financial management and innovative practices to the human side of running a farm. Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not in any way constitute

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Episode 80: Saving growers $600 million in RD&E...

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2025/11/19

Join us for a conversation with Paul McKenzie, consultant, grower, and one of the clearest voices calling for reform in Australia’s grains RD&E system.After presenting at UWA’s Industry Forum on the future of RD&E investment, Paul unpacks why more than a billion dollars in farmer-funded levies is sitting idle, how governance has drifted away from growers, and what a transition to a farmer-owned model could unlock for productivity and paddock-level impact. We dive into how a three-year levy

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Episode 79: Levelling up your in-paddock operations...

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2025/11/07

In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Skamp, co-founder of AgSKAN, the app helping farmers track machinery, manage mixed fleets, and improve paddock-level logistics without being locked into a single brand.What started as an idea in a tractor cab has evolved into a growing ag-tech company, giving growers across Australia real-time, bird’s-eye visibility of all their machines. Join us as we unpack how AgSKAN evolved from a GPS tracking experiment into a practical efficiency tool. Ryan explains why

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Episode Number 78: How InvertiGro is complimenting...

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2025/10/22

In this episode, we sit down with Paul Millett, co-founder of InvertiGro and the engineering mind behind some of the world’s most adaptable vertical farming systems.After setting out to build his own indoor farm, Paul quickly realised the tech didn’t exist, so he built it. What started as a farm project in Singapore is now a modular, scalable solution helping people grow food anywhere from a Perth backyard to the Saudi desert. “Indoor farming isn’t here to replace traditional ag, it’s here to

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Episode 77: Dowerin Machinery Field Days Special with...

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2025/10/08

In this episode of the Boots Off Log On! Podcast, we continue our two-part special series recorded live at the Dowerin Machinery Field Days in Western Australia. We sit down with three leading voices from some of Australia’s biggest banks, each sharing insights on how farmers can strengthen their businesses and navigate the evolving financial landscape.David Kennedy, Commonwealth Bank David shares his experience leading agribusiness banking in WA. He discusses the value of early engagement with

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Episode 76: Dowerin Machinery Field Days Special with...

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2025/09/24

In this episode of Boots Off Log On!, we kick off a two-part special series recorded live at the Dowerin Machinery Field Days in Western Australia. We’re joined by three experts from across the agricultural sector, each sharing insights and practical takeaways for farm businesses.Ben Sudlow, CSBP Fertilisers Ben takes us through the twists and turns of the global fertiliser market and what it means for growers. He explains how farmers can navigate price volatility, manage risk, and lock in margins

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Episode 75: Why sandalwood smells like opportunity...

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2025/09/10

In this episode, we chat with Keith Drage, co-founder of Silvalis and Dutjahn Sandalwood Oils, who left a career in London’s financial markets to grow one of WA’s most unique native commodities, sandalwood.Keith shares how plantation sandalwood is making a strong comeback, thanks to long-term thinking, partnerships with traditional owners, and a business model grounded in land ownership and zero debt. He explains how sandalwood thrives on poorer, sandier soils, often the less productive parts of

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Episode 74: What's in your bale? Quality transparency...

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2025/08/26

Join us for a conversation with Tim Ford, founder of Feed Central and now at the helm of LocalAg, two national platforms transforming how hay, grain, and agricultural supplies are bought and sold across Australia.Tim shares how frustration with outdated systems led to the creation of Feed Central, now the country’s largest independent fodder marketplace, and how that same vision is driving LocalAg, a national online trading platform for everything from seed to machinery. We explore how trust is

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Episode 73: Water trading – Empowering agriculture to...

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2025/07/30

Join us for a conversation with Tom Rooney, the founder of Waterfind and one of the key players in shaping Australia’s modern water trading system.Tom shares how a small citrus block and a university fee turned into a lifelong career navigating the rules, reforms, and realities of water rights. From early brokerage days to building a national water exchange, he’s seen firsthand how much water has changed in value, in complexity, and in how it’s managed. Tom opens up about the early challenges, the

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Episode 72: Fitbit for sheep and getting ROI from...

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2025/07/16

Join us for a conversation with Belinda Lay, a mixed enterprise farmer from Esperance and the mind behind the 'Fitbit for sheep' project.Pioneering on-animal sensors to mapping paddock behaviour through layers of soil, crop and GPS data, Belinda’s curiosity has led her to trial, and sometimes fail, with cutting-edge agritech, all in the name of smarter, more resilient farming. Belinda shares how she navigated a jungle of devices, subscriptions, and signal towers to figure out what’s actually useful

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Episode 71: How robots can make us better farmers

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2025/06/25

Join us for a conversation with Andrew and Jocie Bate, the farmer-founders behind SwarmFarm Robotics, an Australian agtech company revolutionising the way we farm. Their lightweight autonomous robots, which are already working across millions of acres, are helping growers do more with less: less chemical use, less soil compaction, and less time spent in a tractor cab.Together, Andrew and Jocie share the story of building SwarmFarm from scratch, how robotics is bringing back old farming practices

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Episode 70: SkyKelpie and the rise of drone mustering...

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2025/06/11

Join us as we sit down with Luke Chaplain, founder of SkyKelpie, Nuffield Scholar, and drone mustering pioneer, to unpack how off-the-shelf tech is transforming the way we manage livestock in Australia.With roots on a family property in northwest Queensland and a background in stockmanship, Luke brings a practical, ground-up perspective to one of ag’s most exciting frontiers. Since launching SkyKelpie, he’s worked with producers across the country to integrate drone technology into their day-to-day

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Farm in your pocket - Rethinking AG investment

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2025/05/29

In this episode, we sit down with Nathan MacPhee, a former financial services executive turned agri-entrepreneur, to talk about how a passion for farming and a problem worth solving led to the creation of Invest In Farming Co-operative.Nathan walks us through the disconnect between consumers and producers, the huge barriers to getting into farming, and the rollercoaster risk that comes with growing food. His answer? A digital platform that lets everyday people invest in real agricultural assets

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Episode 68: Family, finance & farming with Wendy Sawyer

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2025/05/14

Join us for a conversation with Wendy Sawyer, the powerhouse behind the financial management of one of Dalwallinu’s most successful farm businesses. Wendy has spent the last 15 years running the books—though as you'll hear, it's about far more than “just doing the books.”Wendy shares her journey of adapting to farm life, stepping into a leadership role, and helping grow a multi-generational farming business through discipline, communication, and an unwavering respect for people. "You're managing

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Episode 67: The Eckard effect – Simplifying carbon...

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2025/04/23

Join us for a conversation with Dr. Richard Eckard, Professor of Carbon Farming at the University of Melbourne and National Program Leader at the Carbon Research Centre for Net Zero Agriculture. Richard is the mind behind Australia’s first carbon accounting tools, which is now the recognised standard in Australia for measuring on-farm carbon.Accredited globally, Richard was named one of the world’s top 1,000 climate scientists by Reuters in 2021. He’s also a trusted advisor to governments across

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Episode 66: Market forces shaping agriculture with...

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2025/04/09

Join us as we sit down with Matt Dalgleish, agricultural market analyst, co-host of the AgWatchers Podcast, and founder of Episode 3, to explore the key forces shaping today’s commodity landscape.With a background in financial markets spanning equities, metals, and foreign exchange, Matt brings a sharp, data-driven lens to the world of ag. Since transitioning into agricultural market analysis in 2015, he’s become one of the most trusted voices in the field, regularly quoted in the press for his

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Episode 65: Shockwaves hit lucerne growers as S&W...

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2025/03/19

Join us as we sit down with Ben Farmer, a lucerne grower and chair of the Executive Committee for Lucerne Australia, to unpack the complexities of the lucerne industry and the impact of S&W Seeds Australia entering voluntary administration.We explore how this collapse has affected growers in Keith, South Australia—a region that produces 85% of Australia’s lucerne seed—and the ripple effects on the broader industry. Ben breaks down the specialised nature of lucerne farming, the unique

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Episode 64: The future of ESG in farming with...

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2025/03/06

Join us as we sit down with Catherine “Mazz” Marriott to explore her incredible agricultural journey, from her Nuffield Scholarship experiences to the real-world impacts of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) policies on Australian farmers.We dive into global perspectives on agriculture, the critical role of practical ESG strategies, and why farmers must have a seat at the decision-making table when it is time to make policies. The conversation covers everything from food security and

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Episode 63: Food and fibre traceability and...

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2025/02/19

In this episode, we sit down with James Williamson from Orijin Plus to dive into the rapidly evolving world of food and fibre traceability. As consumer expectations for transparency continue to rise, we explore why trust in the agricultural supply chain has never been more critical. James takes us through the origins of Orijin Plus and how it’s tackling real challenges in the market, bridging the gap between producers and consumers.We also unpack the growing influence of ESG (Environmental, Social,

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Episode 62: Global trade, nuances, and the supply...

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2025/02/05

Join us as we delve into the inspiring career and insightful conversations with Tim Hunt, a distinguished agribusiness advisor whose journey spans more than 25 years of analysing international markets, food trends, and supply chains.From his early roles as a senior analyst to serving as General Manager at RaboResearch Australia and New Zealand, and later as the Global Dairy Strategist for Rabobank, Tim has built a reputation as a trusted advisor in the food and agribusiness sector. Today, through

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Episode 61: Finding your "Ikigai" in ag with Kevin Bell

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2025/01/23

Join us as we delve into the inspiring career of Kevin Bell, a seasoned farm consultant and rural veterinary surgeon who has dedicated his life to making a meaningful impact in agriculture. From his early days in veterinary practice to his current work in WA’s Kimberley region, Kevin’s journey reflects a passion for animal science, research, and innovative thinking.In this episode, Kevin takes us through his fascinating career path, starting with his work in Melbourne’s veterinary clinics, moving

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