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Humans of Agriculture

Humans of Agriculture
Agriculture
Australian Agriculture
Sustainability
Dairy Industry
Community Engagement
Succession Planning
Mental Health
Drought
Australia
Food Manufacturing
Dairy Farming
Evokeag
Rabobank
Covid-19
Agribusiness
Cattle Industry
Cattle Farming
Pineapple Farming
Agri-Silience Program
Wool

Humans of Agriculture brings you inside the conversations, careers and stories shaping agriculture. Hosted by Oli Le Lievre, the podcast gives listeners access to the people, ideas and experiences you might not otherwise get close to.

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Agriculture is built on more than land, livestock, and capital. It’s built on people, capability, and the strength of the communities that support them.

In this episode, Danny Shepherd shares the thinking behind RaboElevate, Rabobank’s capability-bu... more

In this episode of Humans of Agriculture, Oli Le Lievre is joined by SproutAg Senior Agribusiness Manager, Oscar McLean, alongside Humans of Agriculture Talent Specialist, Zoe Burgess, to explore the opportunities available as SproutAg continues its ... more

In this episode of Humans of Agriculture, Oli sits down with Hamish Irvine, Head of Southern States at Halter Australia, to explore the technology, leadership and mindset driving one of agriculture’s fastest-growing companies.

Growing up on a mixed ... more

In this episode of Humans of Agriculture, Oli heads to the windswept coastline of Seaspray in Gippsland to sit down with first-generation farmer Danna Boulton.

Growing up just down the road on her family’s dairy farm, Danna always dreamed of farming... more

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Recent Guests

Oscar McLean
Senior Agribusiness Manager at SproutAg
SproutAg
Episode: SproutAg: Building the Future of Agribusiness Finance with Oscar McLean
Hamish Irvine
Head of Southern States for Australia at Halter
Halter
Episode: How Halter Is Replacing Fences on Aussie Farms with Hamish Irvine
Danna Boulton
First-gen farmer, dairy/beef producer
Danna Boulton's farming operation
Episode: They Said She’d Have to Marry a Farmer… She Became One Instead with Danna Boulton (RIC Partner episode)
John Howard
CEO of the Regional Investment Corporation
Regional Investment Corporation
Episode: Business Spotlight: Regional Investment Corporation - helping finance Aussie Farmers with John Howard (RIC Partner episode)
Nick Blunt
Farmer, father, part of a two-generation family operation
Blunt Family Farm, Orange NSW
Episode: They Turned Drought Survival Into a Smarter Farming Business with Nick & Chris Blunt (RIC Partner episode)
Chris Blunt
Farmer, long-time operator, elder partner in the family business
Blunt Family Farm, Orange NSW
Episode: They Turned Drought Survival Into a Smarter Farming Business with Nick & Chris Blunt (RIC Partner episode)
James Tierney
Livestock Agent, Riverina Livestock Agents, based in Wagga
Riverina Livestock Agents
Episode: Tom & Mick: Livestock Markets, Restocking and Managing Risk with James Tierney
Nathan Potter
CEO of Pavilion Farms
Pavilion Farms
Episode: Pavilion Farms: Inside the Formula 1 of Farming with CEO Nathan Potter
Julie Schofield
Boyce
Episode: In The Know: The Payroll Change Every Employer Needs to Prepare for Before July 2026 - with Julie Schofield

Host

Ollie
Host of the show; multiple appearances

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 303 ratings
  • Love!

    Love this! Tiny bit of feedback: the start of the episodes are always really quiet- I can hardly hear Oli speaking in the intro?! Please speak louder for us deaf Farmers mate!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bananastagram
    Australiaa month ago
  • Amazing never realised how many times of agriculture there was (so interesting)

    Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Herb the farmer in England
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Informative and Enjoyable Ag podcast

    Great stories that cover diverse agricultural topics. I enjoy the stories and the interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mountie_
    Australia3 years ago
  • Great Podcasts

    I have just started listening to HOA. Oli’s personality makes the guest feel very comfortable.

    I have started at the beginning of the podcast and am enjoying the different aspects the guest bring to the interview.

    I look forward to listening to the rest of the interviews.

    Cheers

    Greg Ryan.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lynyarra723
    Australia3 years ago
  • A great listen

    Loving this podcast, it brings ag closer to us in the big city and has helped me to understand so much more about the industry!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    biancapiper
    Australia3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Guests and host create a welcoming, easy-to-listen-to style that draws out practical insights.
Listeners praise the interviews for being informative and relatable, with stories that connect urban audiences to farming.
Episodes are noted for clear storytelling and useful takeaways on branding, sustainability, and agri-innovation.
The show is appreciated for diverse topics and strong guest lineup, making ag approachable for newcomers and industry veterans alike.

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Apple Podcasts
#11
Australia/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#104
Australia/Business
Apple Podcasts
#71
Argentina/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#107
New Zealand/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#110
Finland/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#151
South Africa/Business/Careers

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Business Spotlight: Regional Investment Corporation - helping finance Aussie Farmers with John Howard (RIC Partner episode)
Q: What should prospective applicants do to start the process?
Visit the RIC website to review product eligibilities and a document checklist, engage with trusted advisors, and begin preparing financial statements and a drought management plan, as early preparation with your bank improves processing time and chances of approval.
Business Spotlight: Regional Investment Corporation - helping finance Aussie Farmers with John Howard (RIC Partner episode)
Q: What is Agri-starter and who is it for?
Agri-starter is designed to help the next generation enter farming or support succession planning, offering up to 2 million over ten years with five years of interest-only payments to ease startup costs and encourage production growth.
Business Spotlight: Regional Investment Corporation - helping finance Aussie Farmers with John Howard (RIC Partner episode)
Q: How do the drought loan and the farm investment loan differ in use and eligibility?
The drought loan addresses immediate cash-flow relief within a two-year impact window, primarily for refinancing and reducing cash outflows, while the farm investment loan covers longer-term recovery, including capital works and multiple events, with eligibility tied to demonstrated, longer-term impact and a ten-year term.
Business Spotlight: Regional Investment Corporation - helping finance Aussie Farmers with John Howard (RIC Partner episode)
Q: Talk to us about what RIC actually does and the range of products you offer.
RIC provides concessional, long-term loan products designed to support farm businesses through droughts, floods, fires, and other disruptions, with a focus on enabling viable businesses to recover and grow. Key products include drought loans, farm investment loans, and drought hardship loans, all with extended terms and specific eligibility requirements.
How Halter Is Replacing Fences on Aussie Farms with Hamish Irvine
Q: What's the core driver of Halter's high-performance culture?
Ownership and accountability, a culture of fast, candid feedback, and a hunger to win, with a constant focus on doing what's best for farmers and their animals through rapid iteration and clear leadership.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Humans of Agriculture

What is Humans of Agriculture about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A leadership and storytelling-focused series that blends industry, innovation, and practical farming insights with a strong emphasis on real people and careers in agriculture. Episodes frequently explore branding, sustainability, supply chains, and technology adoption across diverse ag sectors, from wool and branding to soil health, risk management, and youth education. The show often pairs high-profile industry voices with practical farmers and technologists to illuminate opportunities, challenges, and the human side of modern agriculture. Noteworthy elements include a clear tilt toward industry evolution (branding, recruitment, data tracing, resilience) and a preference for grounded, actionable takeaways that help listeners understand how... more

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Recent guests on Humans of Agriculture include:

1. Oscar McLean
2. Hamish Irvine
3. Danna Boulton
4. John Howard
5. Nick Blunt
6. Chris Blunt
7. James Tierney
8. Nathan Potter

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