What's better than 100+ people coming for brekky...we love these events!! And now we're sharing it with you! We had the chance to sit down at Elders Farm Fest with a great crew of people we've had the chance to get to know to discuss all things, the Next Gen in Aussie Agriculture. Join Humans of Agriculture host, Oli Le Lievre as he sits down to interview Queensland Farmer Tom Coggan, Engineer who has returned to farming Mark Porter, and Elders Technical manager and all-round champion for young people Maree Crawford. The panellists discuss their backgrounds, approaches to farming, and the opportunities they see in the agricultural sector. Topics covered include multi-generational farming, soil health and microbiology, agtech and robotics, and the importance of education in agriculture. The panellists also emphasise the need for curiosity, innovation, and collaboration in driving the industry forward. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 08:08 The Importance of Soil Health and Microbiology 13:56 Exploring Agtech and Robotics 18:12 The Role of Education in Agriculture 21:57 Driving Innovation through Curiosity and Collaboration 26:58 The Integration of Technology in Agriculture 29:21 Prioritising Sustainability and Biosecurity 32:13 Changing Perceptions of Agriculture 38:29 Challenges in Attracting and Retaining Skilled Labor 45:16 Sustainability and Market Access 49:37 Optimism for the Future of Agriculture Podcast Partner:This episode of Humans of Agriculture is proudly brought to you by Rabobank. Together with the Rabo Client Councils, Rabobank is offering complimentary Succession Planning Sessions across Australia, equipping farming families with the tools to help deliver positive outcomes. Participants will explore important topics such as why family and business communication can be difficult and how to improve it, what makes a meeting work and how to manage differing family goals. Visit www.rabobank.com.au/community to register or learn more about Rabobank’s community initiatives.