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Rural lawyer and farmer Tim Flynn shares what farm families need to understand about succession planning, family expectations and the legal risks emerging around renewable energy agreements. Join us for a conversation with Tim Flynn from Land Law Co., where we explore why succession planning can become complicated long before the legal documents are signed. Tim shares practical insights into family dynamics, the challenge of “equal” versus “fair,” and why clear communication and early planning can make a major difference. We also look at the growing number of renewable energy and wind farm agreements being presented to landholders, including the legal traps, long-term commitments and key questions farmers should consider before signing. 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 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.

John Francis explains why benchmarking is about more than numbers, and how goals, risk and decision-making shape farm business performance. Join us for a conversation with John Francis from Agrista, where we explore what benchmarking can really tell us about farm business performance. We look at why farm businesses with similar land, rainfall and access to information can end up in very different places financially, and how much of that difference comes down to goals, strategy, decision-making and the way people respond to uncertainty. “Comfort and certainty are effectively the enemy of progress.” John shares why benchmarking is not just about comparing numbers. It can show the difference in financial performance, productivity and key business indicators, but the real value often sits beneath the surface. We explore the decisions behind the data, including how people manage risk, how they separate good decisions from good outcomes, and why the safest option can sometimes cost more than people realise. John also talks through operating return, asset growth, leverage, capital values, recency bias after drought, and why an evidence-based approach can help farm businesses stay focused when the noise gets loud. 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 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.

In this episode of The Engine Room mini-series, David and Natalie talk about the office rhythms and habits that help farm businesses avoid big shocks. When the books are left to the last minute, small issues can quickly turn into stressful ones. A missing receipt, an unreconciled transaction or an outdated budget is much easier to deal with early than when BAS, payroll, the bank or a major business decision is already pressing. Learn why regular office rhythms matter and how simple habits can keep the numbers current, useful and less overwhelming. David and Natalie also look at habit stacking, from payroll and reconciliations to budget checks and actuals-to-budget reports, and why modern farm businesses need modern office routines. Resources: Agrimaster Financial Rhythm Cashflow Control Cycle Handouts: https://agmstr.com/4x6yTG3 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 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.

Join us for a conversation with David McLean from RCS Australia, where we explore what consistently profitable grazing businesses do differently. We look at why strong grazing businesses are often built on simple decisions made well, and why profit starts with knowing what the business needs to deliver for the people running it. David shares how clear goals can be worked backwards into practical business decisions, from annual profit targets and cashflow to stocking rate, carrying capacity and feed budgeting. We explore the difference between production and profit, why turnover, gross margin and overheads all matter, and how better numbers can help graziers make more confident decisions no matter the season.   Resources: RCS Australia’s free DSE calculator: https://agmstr.com/4qne6wl     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 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.

In this episode of The Engine Room mini-series, David sits down with Clare Hamilton to talk about what can change when the farm office becomes more than a compliance job. Clare has used Agrimaster for years, but for a long time it was mainly where the figures went so the books could be done, the BAS could be lodged and the accountant had what they needed. That changed when Clare and Sam started investing more time into the business side of their numbers. Clare shares how building budgets, using worksheets and running scenarios helped them move from a cashbook focus to a clearer understanding of cashflow, risk, finance and opportunity. She talks through how this changed conversations with the bank, helped them make decisions faster, and gave them more confidence when looking at land purchases, livestock trading, machinery finance and seasonal changes. Conversation about using the right tools properly, backing yourself in the farm office, and turning your numbers into something that helps run the business.     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 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.