Episode 55: The farming game with Bill Malcolm

In this episode, we are joined by Professor Bill Malcolm, a longstanding leader in Australian agricultural economics and education, and Professor at The University of Melbourne. Since the 1980s, Bill has played a pivotal role in shaping farm management thinking across the industry.

Bill is also co-author of the widely recognised textbook 'The Farming Game', which has become an essential resource for agribusiness students all across Australia.

During our discussion, Bill shares his insights on navigating the unpredictable nature of farm planning, making informed risk management decisions, and understanding the evolving landscape of carbon farming. He also touches on the fast-changing dynamics that farmers encounter today.

Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of Bill’s approach to farm management, developed through decades of experience, and how these strategies can help address the ongoing challenges of modern agriculture. Tune in to explore Bill’s perspective on driving farm success.