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Episode 94: The business case for regenerative grazing with Nick Blomfield 08.07.2026 43min

Join us for a conversation with Nick Blomfield, a regenerative cattle producer from the New England Tablelands in New South Wales. Nick runs 750 hectares of traprock country and has spent years rethinking how his farm produces grass, beef and carbon. What started as a search for a way out of declining pasture response and rising input pressure has reshaped the farm’s grazing system, income mix and long-term business outlook. Nick shares how rotational grazing, ground cover and rest periods have changed the way his farm responds to rainfall, carries stock and builds resilience through dry seasons. We explore how soil carbon fits into the business, why Nick sees it as the “cream on the top,” and what other graziers should consider before changing the way they manage pasture, inputs, and livestock. DisclaimerThe information provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not in any way constitute financial, investment, accounting, tax, or legal advice. You should always consult with a relevantly qualified and licensed professional for advice tailored to your specific situation and requirements. The opinions expressed are our own and do not reflect those of our sponsors or any third parties. © 2026 Master Group (Aust.) Pty Ltd. All rights reserved.

The farm office habits that make tax time easier | The Engine Room 25.06.2026 29min

In this episode of The Engine Room mini-series, David and Natalie unpack the year-round farm office habits that make tax time much easier. The end of the financial year is mainly about tax, reporting and getting your records ready for your accountant, but it is also a useful reminder of why clean records matter. The shortcuts that seem harmless during the year can quickly become cleanup jobs when reporting time arrives. David and Natalie work through the practical jobs that help keep your farm office in order, from reconciliations and outstanding transactions to payroll checks, super reports, staff leave entitlements and business structure changes. They also cover common issues like duplicated invoices, false reconciliations and messy outstanding entries, and why doing things properly the first time is one of the best ways to save stress later.

Episode 93: Supporting rural families through better conversations with Malinda Guest 17.06.2026 59min

Join us for a conversation with Malinda Guest, a clinical psychologist from Narrabri with roots in farming, who now works closely with rural people, families and communities. We explore what wellbeing looks like in rural life when the days are busy, the distances are long, and people can be both highly connected and deeply isolated at the same time. Malinda shares why connection sits at the centre of how she thinks about rural wellbeing, from the simple value of a phone call or cup of tea to the importance of checking in before things become too heavy. We explore the difference between healthy time alone and loneliness, why different generations often understand stress in different ways, and how families can start better conversations without making them feel forced or awkward. DisclaimerThe information provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not in any way constitute financial, investment, accounting, tax, or legal advice. You should always consult with a relevantly qualified and licensed professional for advice tailored to your specific situation and requirements. The opinions expressed are our own and do not reflect those of our sponsors or any third parties. © 2026 Master Group (Aust.) Pty Ltd. All rights reserved.

The hidden cost of the wrong financial tools with Lisa Jeitz | The Engine Room 10.06.2026 53min

In this episode of The Engine Room mini-series, David sits down with Lisa Jeitz to unpack the hidden cost of using the wrong financial tools in a farm business. Lisa is a grain grower from Esperance, a former agronomist and farm consultant, and host of the Farm Office Toolbox podcast, where she advocates for financial clarity and better systems in the farm office. In this conversation, she shares what she learned from moving away from a farm-focused management accounting system, and why a tool that looks simple or cost-effective can quickly become expensive when it costs you time, reporting and confidence. Join us as David and Lisa focus on the difference between basic transaction processing and real farm business reporting. They cover why the right tools need to support cashflow, budgets, volume tracking and timely decision-making, not just records for tax time. DisclaimerThe information provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not in any way constitute financial, investment, accounting, tax, or legal advice. You should always consult with a relevantly qualified and licensed professional for advice tailored to your specific situation and requirements. The opinions expressed are our own and do not reflect those of our sponsors or any third parties. © 2026 Master Group (Aust.) Pty Ltd. All rights reserved.

Episode 92: What a Tuscan farm teaches us about diversification with Neri Roncucci 28.05.2026 59min

Join us for a conversation with Neri Roncucci, agronomist, PhD in carbon cycling, and manager of Tenuta di Mensanello, a 300-hectare multifunctional farm in the heart of Tuscany. We explore how diversification has shaped a farming business that now includes arable crops, Sangiovese vineyards, olive groves, free-range pigs, a restaurant, agritourism accommodation, truffle hunting, cooking classes and other farm experiences. Neri shares why diversification sits at the centre of how he thinks about resilience, from the financial security of multiple income streams to the climate resilience that comes from healthier soils and less reliance on industrial inputs. We explore what global supply chain volatility means for farm businesses, why soil health is a long-term strategy rather than just an environmental goal, and what it has been like for Neri to return from academia to a working farm. He also reflects on farming under the European Union’s Common Agricultural Policy, and how agritourism is helping reconnect people with food, farming and the places that produce it. A global perspective on farming, and a reminder that the fundamentals of resilience look remarkably similar no matter where in the world you farm. Tenuta di Mensanello: https://www.tenutadimensanello.it/ DisclaimerThe information provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not in any way constitute financial, investment, accounting, tax, or legal advice. You should always consult with a relevantly qualified and licensed professional for advice tailored to your specific situation and requirements. The opinions expressed are our own and do not reflect those of our sponsors or any third parties. © 2026 Master Group (Aust.) Pty Ltd. All rights reserved.

Get your farm business Payday Super ready | The Engine Room 14.05.2026 28min

In this episode of The Engine Room mini-series, David and Natalie tackle one of the most pressing deadlines hitting Australian farm businesses in the new financial year: Payday Super. As of the 1st of July, every time you run a pay run, you'll be required to submit superannuation on the same day, with funds hitting your Super Clearing House within seven days or fines will apply. On top of that, the ATO’s Small Business Superannuation Clearing House (SBSCH) is closing on the 30th of June, meaning every farm business still using the service will need to find a new provider. Join us as David and Natalie focus on the practical side of payroll management for your farm office. They cover how to communicate pay rhythm changes to staff and why cash flow management for small business and farm business owners needs to be updated in your budgets before harvest season hits. Find resources for Payday Super and End of Financial Year (EOFY) below: Visit the ATO’s website - Payday Super View our free guides - Payday Super & Wages Guides Read our blog - Payday Super: What’s changing for farmers in 2026 Watch our help video - Introducing Payday Super – What You Need to Know (Wagemaster / WageEasy) Get personalised support - End of Financial Year (EOFY) package Have something you’d like Natalie and David to discuss on the podcast? Or someone you’d love to hear from as a guest? Email us at bootsofflogon@agrimaster.com.au or fill out the form and let us know! DisclaimerThe information provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not in any way constitute financial, investment, accounting, tax, or legal advice. You should always consult with a relevantly qualified and licensed professional for advice tailored to your specific situation and requirements. The opinions expressed are our own and do not reflect those of our sponsors or any third parties. © 2026 Master Group (Aust.) Pty Ltd. All rights reserved.

Episode 91: Rural Aid, mental health and the pressures no one talks about with John Warlters 06.05.2026 56min

Join us for a conversation with John Warlters, CEO of Rural Aid, the organisation established during the 2015 drought that now supports more than 18,500 producers across Australia. In this conversation, we explore the full picture of what recovery looks like after a disaster, from the floods in Northwest Queensland and the bushfires in Victoria earlier this year, to the slow and relentless grind that continues long after the cameras have gone. John highlights mental health and wellbeing as agriculture’s constant challenge, and how Rural Aid’s counsellors, many with agricultural backgrounds, are working to close that gap. We also get into the role of connection in shrinking rural communities, what volunteers bring beyond physical work, and why initiatives like agritourism and community days are having more impact than many realise. A practical and honest look at the parts of farming life that are rarely discussed, and why reaching out can make all the difference. Rural Aid: 1300 327 624 | ruralaid.org.au DisclaimerThe information provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not in any way constitute financial, investment, accounting, tax, or legal advice. You should always consult with a relevantly qualified and licensed professional for advice tailored to your specific situation and requirements. The opinions expressed are our own and do not reflect those of our sponsors or any third parties. © 2026 Master Group (Aust.) Pty Ltd. All rights reserved.

Making confident financial decisions | The Engine Room 30.04.2026 26min

Join David and Natalie as they explore how cashflow budgeting becomes a practical tool for better decision-making in farm businesses. With tighter margins, rising costs and more volatility, gut feel is no longer enough. They break down why cashflow is the lifeblood of a business, and how using a budget actively, not just for the bank, helps you stay ahead of problems. A practical look at building decision confidence, using budget vs actuals, and turning uncertainty into clear, informed choices. DisclaimerThe information provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not in any way constitute financial, investment, accounting, tax, or legal advice. You should always consult with a relevantly qualified and licensed professional for advice tailored to your specific situation and requirements. The opinions expressed are our own and do not reflect those of our sponsors or any third parties.

Episode 90: The story behind one of WA's most successful grain farmers with Robert Sewell 22.04.2026 1h 3min

Join us for a conversation with Robert Sewell, a third-generation grain grower from Wongan Hills and former Chairman of the Grain Pool of WA, whose career spans six decades of Australian agriculture. We explore how he thinks about risk, capital and expansion, why he believes the farmers who struggle most are often the ones who retreat inward, and what the merger of the Grain Pool and CBH taught him about leadership and listening. Robert also reflects on the transformation he has witnessed in grain farming across six decades, from hand-cleared paddocks and bagged superphosphate to precision soil science, auto steer and the coming age of autonomous machinery. A conversation with one of WA's most experienced grain growers, and a reminder that the fundamentals of a good farm business have not changed as much as the technology has. DisclaimerThe information provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not in any way constitute financial, investment, accounting, tax, or legal advice. You should always consult with a relevantly qualified and licensed professionals for advice tailored to your specific situation and requirements. The opinions expressed are our own and do not reflect those of our sponsors or any third parties. © 2026 Master Group (Aust.) Pty Ltd. All rights reserved.

The invisible farm business engine | The Engine Room 16.04.2026 26min

The Engine Room is a new bi-weekly mini-series from Boots Off Log On! hosted by Agrimaster's Joint-CEOs David and Natalie Egerton-Warburton. Each episode covers the practical financial skills and habits that help working farmers manage their books, forecast cashflow, and make smarter decisions season after season. In this first episode, David and Natalie explore why the farm office is the engine room of your business, not an afterthought. Drawing on nearly three decades of working with farmers across Australia, Natalie unpacks why the bookkeeping and budgeting role is one of the most undervalued jobs on any farm, and what it actually takes to do it well. They also tackle the growing temptation to outsource farm finances entirely and why staying closely involved is non-negotiable if you want to know your numbers when it counts. DisclaimerThe information provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not in any way constitute financial, investment, accounting, tax, or legal advice. You should always consult with a relevantly qualified and licensed professionals for advice tailored to your specific situation and requirements. The opinions expressed are our own and do not reflect those of our sponsors or any third parties. © 2026 Master Group (Aust.) Pty Ltd. All rights reserved.

Episode 89: Global lessons for Australian agriculture with Jodie Redcliffe 09.04.2026 58min

Join us for a conversation with Jodie Redcliffe, scholar and CEO of Nuffield International Farming Scholars, about what global agriculture can teach Australian farmers about leadership and decision-making. Jodie shares insights from her travels across international farming systems, highlighting the differences in how businesses are structured, how decisions are made, and how leaders are developed. We explore the role Nuffield plays in building capability across the industry, the common patterns she observed across countries, and how farmers can take those lessons and apply them back home. A practical look at how perspective, curiosity, and better leadership can strengthen farm businesses for the long term. Disclaimer The information provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not in any way constitute financial, investment, accounting, tax, or legal advice. You should always consult with relevantly qualified and licensed professionals for advice tailored to your specific situation and requirements. The opinions expressed are our own and do not reflect those of our sponsors or any third parties.

Episode 88: Diesel & urea price and supply shock strategies for farmers with Cameron Weeks 27.03.2026 1h 2min

Join us for a conversation with Cameron Weeks from Planfarm, as we explore what happens when global disruption hits close to home in Australian agriculture. Cameron shares how events beyond our control, from geopolitical tensions to supply chain shocks, are influencing the cost and availability of key inputs such as diesel, fertiliser, and freight. Explore how these pressures are showing up in farm businesses, the common challenges producers are facing, and why reacting late can often be more costly than acting early. A closer look at how farm businesses can better prepare for uncertainty, from stress-testing budgets to identifying risks early and making clearer, more proactive decisions. Resources:www.lifeline.org.au24/7 crisis support: 13 11 14 www.tiacs.org TIACS is a professional mental health counselling service for tradies, truckies, farmers and blue collar workers. If you or your loved ones need a yarn or support, contact TIACS by calling or texting 0488 846 988 Mon-Fri 8am-10pm AEST. https://farmerhealth.org.au/ Disclaimer The information provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not in any way constitute financial, investment, accounting, tax, or legal advice. You should always consult with relevantly qualified and licensed professionals for advice tailored to your specific situation and requirements. The opinions expressed are our own and do not reflect those of our sponsors or any third parties.

Episode 87: What 40 years in farm consulting teaches you with Dr Mike Stephens 12.03.2026 1h 17min

Join us for a conversation with Dr Mike Stephens, agricultural consultant, educator, and founder of Meridian Agriculture, a business that has spent more than four decades helping Australian farming families navigate some of their toughest decisions. Across a lifetime working alongside farm businesses, Mike has seen firsthand how the biggest challenges rarely come down to production or technology, but to people, communication, and the decisions families make together. Mike unpacks the patterns he sees across family enterprises, from succession tensions and leadership transitions to the growing need for clearer governance structures in modern farm businesses. As farms become larger and more complex, the role of advisers is shifting too, moving beyond technical expertise toward facilitation, strategy, and helping families work through difficult conversations. We explore how farming businesses can strengthen their long-term resilience through clearer roles, practical governance frameworks, better communication, and a shared vision for where the business is heading. Disclaimer The information provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not in any way constitute financial, investment, accounting, tax, or legal advice. You should always consult with relevantly qualified and licensed professionals for advice tailored to your specific situation and requirements. The opinions expressed are our own and do not reflect those of our sponsors or any third parties.

Episode 86: Farm theft, AI, and the modern outback watchdog with John Hill 25.02.2026 55min

In this episode, we chat with John Hill, co-founder of Land Watch Australia, about a problem more prevalent than ever across regional Australia: farm theft. John shares how two brothers looking for an excuse to go pig hunting ended up building one of the country’s leading rural security companies. From early camera installs on mates’ properties to rugged, plug-and-play stations powered by solar and connected via long-range wireless links and Starlink, he explains how technology is reshaping theft prevention in some of the most remote parts of the country. Join us as we unpack the real-world steps farmers can take to protect their properties, strengthen biosecurity and animal-welfare monitoring, and build practical security systems that work out in the paddock. Disclaimer The information provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not in any way constitute financial, investment, accounting, tax, or legal advice. You should always consult with relevantly qualified and licensed professionals for advice tailored to your specific situation and requirements. The opinions expressed are our own and do not reflect those of our sponsors or any third parties.

Episode 85: Drought Country with Dr Robert Godfree 11.02.2026 1h 10min

In this episode, we chat with Dr. Robert Godfree, Senior Research Scientist and author of Drought Country, about what history can teach us about Australia’s harshest dry spells and how they continue to shape farming and life on the driest inhabited continent on Earth. Bob shares how his background in forest ecology and a childhood spent on a northern New South Wales farm led him to explore the long arc of drought in Australia, from the settlement drought of the 1790s to the Federation drought and beyond. He explains why cultural memory around drought fades every generation, how lessons are forgotten and relearned, and what this means for farmers preparing for the future. We also dig into how early settlers and Aboriginal knowledge intersected (and were often lost), how drought shaped Australia’s economy, expansion, and mythos, and why the next frontier of resilience may come from farmers who understand both the lessons of the past and the climate models of the future. Disclaimer The information provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not in any way constitute financial, investment, accounting, tax, or legal advice. You should always consult with relevantly qualified and licensed professionals for advice tailored to your specific situation and requirements. The opinions expressed are our own and do not reflect those of our sponsors or any third parties.

Episode 84: What it takes to lead a family winery with Kim Tyrer 28.01.2026 1h 13min

Join us for a conversation with Kim Tyrer, CEO and winemaker at Galafrey Wines in Mount Barker, one of Western Australia’s pioneering family-owned wineries. At just 25, Kim took the reins of the business following her father’s sudden passing. What began as a crash course in survival evolved into a 20-year journey of learning, leadership, and building a resilient vineyard renowned for its dry-grown vines and award-winning Riesling. Kim shares how she turned early chaos into clarity, why trusting herself became her greatest business lesson, and what it really takes to run a vineyard in regional Western Australia. We unpack the realities behind the romance of wine, from managing people and relationships to balancing creativity, business pressure, and family life. Kim shares what it takes to build something lasting on the land, and why trusting your own judgment is often the most important decision you’ll make. Disclaimer The information provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not in any way constitute financial, investment, accounting, tax, or legal advice. You should always consult with relevantly qualified and licensed professionals for advice tailored to your specific situation and requirements. The opinions expressed are our own and do not reflect those of our sponsors or any third parties.

Episode 83: War, wheat and the rhymes of history with Dennis Voznesenski 14.01.2026 1h

Join us for a conversation with Dennis Voznesenski, Australian agricultural economist and author of War and Wheat, his bestselling book on navigating markets during global conflict. “History doesn't repeat itself, but it often rhymes.” – Mark Twain Dennis unpacks the major forces driving today’s grain and cattle markets, from war-driven supply disruption to tighter credit conditions, rising freight costs, and the long-term shift in global consumption led by global giants like China, India and Russia. We review the signals that both Australian and global growers should be watching now: demand trends, geopolitical alignment, and the freight and currency dynamics that quietly determine your farm-gate price. Please note: “War and Wheat: Navigating markets during global conflict” was written solely by the author in a personal capacity and does not represent the views or positions of any organisation. Disclaimer The information provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not in any way constitute financial, investment, accounting, tax, or legal advice. You should always consult with relevantly qualified and licensed professionals for advice tailored to your specific situation and requirements. The opinions expressed are our own and do not reflect those of our sponsors or any third parties.

Episode 82: Why thousands of Aussies are buying direct from the farm with Bianca Tarrant 17.12.2025 51min

In this episode of sit down to chat with Bianca Tarrant, co-founder of Our Cow, an Australian direct-to-consumer meat company that is reshaping how Australians buy meat and how farmers get paid. What began with one steer sold on Facebook during the drought has become a $30 million enterprise supporting more than 100 farms and 50,000 customers. Bianca takes us through her journey from FIFO work in mining to building one of Australia’s fastest-growing ag start-ups, sharing lessons on scaling, cash-flow juggling, and staying true to the values of fairness, sustainability, and transparency. We explore the power of asking questions, the experience of being a woman leading in ag, and how Our Cow proves that doing right by farmers and customers can also make strong business sense. Disclaimer The information provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not in any way constitute financial, investment, accounting, tax, or legal advice. You should always consult with relevantly qualified and licensed professionals for advice tailored to your specific situation and requirements. The opinions expressed are our own and do not reflect those of our sponsors or any third parties.

Episode 81: The drive to do it right in farming & politics with Mic Fels 03.12.2025 1h 24min

Join us for a conversation with Mic Fels, an Esperance grain grower, engineer, former federal candidate, and owner of the business i-paddock. Frustrated by policy, compliance, and political drift, Mic moved from the paddock into politics. Mic reflects on what he’s seen firsthand as a medium-sized business owner: rising regulatory pressure, shrinking opportunities, and the growing challenges for small businesses and farms that are quietly closing their doors. He also breaks down how carbon accounting rules are affecting agriculture, penalising farmers even as they deliver the bulk of Australia’s emissions reductions. We dive into the BOOT test, the hidden cost of compliance, and what it truly takes to keep a farm business running. Disclaimer The information provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not in any way constitute financial, investment, accounting, tax, or legal advice. You should always consult with relevantly qualified and licensed professionals for advice tailored to your specific situation and requirements. The opinions expressed are our own and do not reflect those of our sponsors or any third parties.

Episode 80: Saving growers $600 million in RD&E funding with Paul McKenzie 19.11.2025 38min

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 moratorium could free up hundreds of millions for reinvestment on farm, the cost of short-term research contracts, and why restructuring the system could bring world-class science, long-term thinking, and genuine accountability back into grains research. A sharp, honest look at who pays, who decides, and what’s at stake for the next generation of Australian farming. Disclaimer The information provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not in any way constitute financial, investment, accounting, tax, or legal advice. You should always consult with relevantly qualified and licensed professionals for advice tailored to your specific situation and requirements. The opinions expressed are our own and do not reflect those of our sponsors or any third parties.