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Episode 41 | Data-Driven Cattle Breeding in the North, with Darryl Savage, NAPCo
Aug 31, 2026
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Episode 40 | People-First Leadership through Crisis, with Angus Street
Aug 24, 2026
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Episode 39 | Social Media Fundamentals for Angus Breeders, with Sarah Horrocks
Aug 17, 2026
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Episode 38 | Building a Premium Angus Brand in Western Queensland, with Jeremy and Julie Shaw, JS Grazing
Aug 10, 2026
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Episode 37 | Creating Scalable Businesses through Systems and Social Media, with Zeke Bennett
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| 8/31/26 | Episode 41 | Data-Driven Cattle Breeding in the North, with Darryl Savage, NAPCo | In this episode of The Angus Table, Scott Wright sits down with Darryl Savage, GM Programs and Innovation at North Australian Pastoral Company for a conversation about long-term strategy, data-driven modernisation, and leading complex breeding programs at scale.Darryl shares his 30-year meandering career journey from jackaroo to GM across Australia, Asia, Africa and the Middle East. He explains NAPCo’s 150-year history as a privately-owned company with 6.1M hectares, 215,000 cattle and two stabilised composite breeds. Scott and Darryl discuss the three main markets of NAPCo’s core business, the modernisation process they have undertaken to capture data and apply AI to analyse herd performance, and the two-week carcass data feedback loop that has enabled meat quality improvements. They explore how NAPCo maintains its remarkable company culture that has underpinned their success, the importance of scale and deliberate family-line diversity in maintaining their closed breeding program, and what Darryl views as the greatest existential threats and unprecedented opportunities for Australia’s livestock industry.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for this conversation about long term strategy, data-driven innovation, and defending livestock’s future.Key topics covered:Darryls’ 30-year career journey from jackaroo through roles with MLA, UNE and now NAPCo and his work in the Middle East, Africa and AsiaNAPCo's 150-year history as a privately-owned company with 6.1M hectares, 215,000 cattle, two stabilised composite breeds (Alexandria and Kynuna).The three markets NAPCo’s core business focuses on: 100-day JBS bullocks, Woolworths grain-fed, and the 5 Founders branded product reaching 12 countriesThe modernisation process NAPCo has undertaken capturing data and applying AI to analyse herd performance with three main objectives (extract more value, provide ownership insights and enable sustainability transparency)Why NAPCo’s breeding objectives have remained the same (fertility, growth, meat quality) for 30+ yearsThe ‘days to cash’ key metric that measures efficiency from birth to payment, MSA carcass feedback within two weeks to inform breeding selections, and the Polled Accelerator program targets eliminating dehorning by 2032How NAPCo maintains its remarkable company culture that has underpinned their successThe importance of scale and deliberate family-line diversity in maintaining NAPCo’s closed breeding program for 30 years with 0.5% inbreeding rateWhat Darryl views as the greatest existential threats facing livestock industries todayPositioning Australia’s grazing-based production as a competitive advantage for biodiversity preservation and the WHO One Health approachDarryl’s advice to young people entering the agriculture industry: be patient, be practical and never forget the energy that comes from learningContact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au | — | ||||||
| 8/24/26 | Episode 40 | People-First Leadership through Crisis, with Angus Street | In this episode of The Angus Table, Scott Wright sits down with Angus Street, CEO of Zentera Wool Company, for a conversation about career journey, crisis leadership, people-focused management, and brand value-building in agriculture.Angus shares his journey from NSW bush kid to CEO of AuctionsPlus during COVID, via a GFC-era journalism redundancy and a stint at MLA during the live-export crisis.Angus describes the explosive AuctionsPlus growth story during COVID—jumping from 4,000 cattle listings to 30,000 within weeks as season turned, restocking market activated, and uncertainty around auctions being essential services drove online adoption 10-15 years ahead of natural trajectory.He emphasises that team execution and foundational work on systems, processes, culture, and people prior to COVID positioned them to manage the explosive growth and completely rebuild the platform after a critical ‘D-Day’ moment of near-failure.Angus outlines his leadership principles and core values including curiosity, accepting failure, and honesty. He shares his personal journey during COVID involving mental health support, addressing imposter syndrome and developing a people-focused rather than command-and-control leadership style.Now at Zentera Wool Company (formerly New Zealand Merino Company), Angus discusses the rebrand and expansion reflecting company evolution from pure Merino differentiation to value-add certification, digital traceability, and sustainability standards (ZQ and ZQ+ certification).Angus attributes leadership effectiveness to good people and team culture, advocates for one-page strategic plans and warns Angus Australia against complacency to maintain their leadership position.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for this conversation about creating luck through mentorship, leading through crisis with purpose, and building consumer-driven branded businesses in commodity agriculture.Key topics covered:How Angus progressed from journalism aspirations through GFC redundancy at Fairfax to finding meaningful work at MLA during the Indonesian live export crisisThe importance of mentorship and people reaching out with opportunities during tough times, and how it led Angus to some instrumental career turning pointsThe explosive growth of AuctionsPlus during COVID, from 4,000 listings to 30,000 within weeks driven by season turn, restocking market, and online adoption accelerationThe Critical D-Day crisis that nearly caused platform failure, how the team handled it and how they approached the rebuild decisionWhy the foundation work on systems, processes, culture, and people prior to COVID positioned AuctionsPlus to manage the explosive growth and "not drop the ball."Angus’ leadership principles of linking decisions to meaningful purpose, continuous alignment and feedback loops (weekly/monthly not yearly), and keeping people at heart of decision-makingThe personal mental health journey Angus went on during COVID, and moving away from command-and-control leadership toward a people-focused approachCore values of curiosity, accepting failure, honesty, and operating with diversity of thought rather than command-and-answer approachRebranding New Zealand Merino Company to Zentera Wool Company, a value-add wool business built on certification (ZQ, ZQ+), digital traceability, long-term contracts and the consumer shift from synthetics to natural fibresZentera’s geographic expansion from New Zealand to Australia and South Africa driven by demand for animal welfare certification and sustainability standardsLong-term offtake agreements (5-10 years) providing price certainty and 15-20% premium versus commodity wool market volatilityThe power of a one-page strategic plan to force clarity and consistency, and building in regular review cycles (6-12 months for fast-moving sectors, 3 years for stable industry bodies)The warning against complacency for the Angus industry, using Jim Collins' How the Mighty Have Fallen framing leadership as maintaining position not defending turf.Contact details:Contact Angus or Zentera Wool via the website https://www.zenterawool.com/This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au | — | ||||||
| 8/17/26 | Episode 39 | Social Media Fundamentals for Angus Breeders, with Sarah Horrocks | In this episode of The Angus Table, Scott Wright sits down with Sarah Horrocks from Horrocks Media, for a conversation about social media strategy, brand building, and marketing for Angus cattle breeders. Sarah shares her journey from photographer and journalist at New Zealand Herald in Auckland to giving up her journalism career in 2014 to move a sheep and beef farm, meeting Guy Sargent through a dinner party introduction which led to a role with Angus New Zealand and AngusPure NZ. She discusses instrumental work developing AngusPRO brand identity, creating the AngusPRO publication sent to 24,000 New Zealand farmers alongside Beef Country magazine and the recent transition to e-book format improving measurability.Sarah and Scott discuss her values, her goal to make the industry better, and how Guy Sargent’s mentorship has shaped her career.Sarah explains platform strategy for farmers, consistency rewarded by algorithms, why year-round posting beats sale-season hammering, video content as algorithmic priority, common mistakes costing breeder reach, building trust through authenticity, Angus Australia's growth to 2-3 million monthly viewers, e-book advantages over print, and why AI should enhance not replace creativity. So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for this conversation about authentic storytelling, social media fundamentals, and building trust through consistent brand presence.Key topics covered:Sarah's background as a photographer at New Zealand Herald transitioning to rural sheep and beef farming, and marketing career development through AngusPure NZDeveloping the AngusPRO brand identity and differentiation strategy, educating farmers about Australian-registered vs New Zealand-registered Angus geneticsAngusPRO publication expansion reaching 24,000 New Zealand farmers via partnership with Beef Country magazineThe transition to e-book format improving measurement (27,000 opens), reducing advertising costs 68% while maintaining reach, enabling video integration in advertisementsWhy Sarah advises farmers to assess target market before selecting a social media platformFacebook and Instagram as general priority platforms for farmers versus TikTok for younger audiencesConsistency rewarded by algorithms regardless of posting frequency, with 2-3 times weekly off-season ramping to daily during sale season as ideal strategyCommon mistakes, including sale-season-only posting, missing contact information in bios, lack of image libraries, and not identifying a point of difference from competitorsWhy video content is the king of engagement, with watch time, saves, shares, and comments metrics outweighing follower countsTypes of trust building year-round content, such as showcasing calving, scanning, tagging, and management practices so audiences feel they know your operationSarah’s work on the Angus Australia social media explosion from 10,000 to 2-3 million monthly viewers through consistent video contentHow members can benefit through Angus Australia’s collaboration guidelines and member engagement frameworkWhy authenticity and storytelling are the most powerful marketing tools and the benefits of including the good, bad, and ugly of farming operations rather than polished highlights onlyThe difference between using AI as an administrative tool versus a creativity killer, with emphasis on maintaining human thinking and avoiding important career-building junior roles being automated awayAbout Sarah’s values of professional integrity and relationships, as well as career mentorship from Guy SargentContact details:Contact Sarah via her website https://www.horrocksmedia.com/ or @sarahhorrocksmedia on InstagramThis podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au | — | ||||||
| 8/10/26 | Episode 38 | Building a Premium Angus Brand in Western Queensland, with Jeremy and Julie Shaw, JS Grazing | In this episode of The Angus Table, Scott Wright sits down with Jeremy and Julie Shaw at their kitchen table at Injune Queensland to discuss JS Grazing, a 24,000-25,000 acre commercial Angus operation running 1,100 breeders. Jeremy shares family farming heritage on the property dating back to his grandfather, the transition from Herefords to Angus 30+ years ago after observing black cattle performance in feedlots, and evolution from selling all weaners at one Roma sale to establishing a premier commercial heifer sale with $300-500 premium over market rate. Julie describes their organic brand building through photography and social media storytelling, consistency focus breeding animals that look like "peas in a pod," their long-term partnership with Millah Murrah (17-18 years), and simple breeding philosophy of producing good females. Jeremy and Julie emphasise values of family, staying true to type and breed character, consistency in production, and long-term relationship building with genetics partners. They address future expansion challenges in expensive country, commitment to stepping up operations before their sons return home, and a conviction that Angus will continue growing in western Queensland through crossbreeding adoption and market acceptance. So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for this conversation about building commercial brand leadership, staying true to breed fundamentals, and compound success through simple, consistent farming practices.Key topics covered:How Jeremy and Julie transitioned a family farm from Herefords to Angus 30+ years ago after observing superior feedlot performance and market acceptance of black cattleWhy establishing a premier commercial heifer sale organically evolved from recognising heifers were outdoing steers and strong market interest in their female geneticsHow Julie's photography and social media storytelling built JS Grazing brand recognition and following across AustraliaThe power of consistency as a breeding philosophy aiming for cattle that look like peas in a pod while lifting the average across entire herdsDriving rapid genetic improvement and visible herd lift using AI program exclusively on heifers Why long-term partnership with Millah Murrah (17-18 years) adds value through shared breeding philosophy, sire line conversations, and mutual relationship benefitsThe importance of phenotype-led selection using balanced EBVs avoiding extreme pushes in any single trait for sustainable cattle suited to Western Qld countryHow integrity-focused approach of letting cattle speak for themselves builds premium ($300-500/head) without marketing hype or direct selling pressureWhy cow and bull longevity (12-13 years and 8-10 years respectively) reflects quality genetics and active management through first joining period.The challenges of expanding their operation in expensive country and balancing family farming goals with scaling opportunities through western or southern diversificationWhy their best beef eating experiences come from home-raised animals shared with familyContact details:Contact Jeremy and Julie via their JS Grazing website https://jshaw.com.au/This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au | — | ||||||
| 7/27/26 | Episode 37 | Creating Scalable Businesses through Systems and Social Media, with Zeke Bennett | Episode Summary: In this episode of The Angus Table, Scott Wright sits down with Zeke Bennett, founder of Maintain Me landscaping and operator of Zele Angus stud in Gippsland Victoria, for a conversation about building scalable businesses, implementing systems, and authentic marketing. Zeke shares his unconventional journey from high school dropout with hydroponic tomato and poultry farming background (3,000 free-range hens by age 14), national competitive swimming and circus acrobatics, banking receptionist role, and launching Maintain Me landscaping in Sydney by mowing lawns and taking heavy laboring work. He discusses scaling Maintain Me from sole operator to 18-20 full-time staff through four years of trial-and-error system development at $200,000+ cost while maintaining quality standards, and transitioning to his Angus operation on a run down farm in Shady Creek near Warragul.Scott and Zeke discuss how systems-thinking from Maintain Me applies to farm operations, authentic unscripted social media marketing generating interstate sales, expensive first-herd lessons, breeding focus on temperament and feet, the Gen Angus program impact, and why farmers are their own best brand ambassadors. So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for this conversation about building systems across industries, authentic storytelling, and creating businesses that scale without losing quality.Key topics covered:How Zeke progressed from high school dropout through poultry farming and circus acrobatics to founding Maintain Me landscaping and now operating Zele Angus studOn creating competitive advantage in the Sydney market by implementing an innovative online booking system and systems/processes in landscaping industryScaling Maintain Me from sole operator to 18-20 full-time staff through four years of trial-and-error system development at $200,000+ cost while maintaining quality standardsHow Zeke transitioned Maintain Me operations from hands-on daily work to managing 20 staff interstate from Gippsland by gradually reducing days spent in Sydney over multiple yearsWhy Zeke applies business systems and investment thinking from landscaping to farm operations focusing on time-saving, safety improvements, and animal productivityHow an expensive first APR herd purchase taught valuable lessons leading to focus on HBR genetics and improved selection criteriaWhy Zeke's breeding objectives prioritise quiet temperament, sound feet, and easy calving from commercial F1 background experience and market needsHow authentic unscripted social media marketing (never direct selling, just showing daily work) generates sales and interest from interstate clients without traditional advertisingWhy Zeke keeps the landscaping business separate from Angus marketing and avoids mentioning Sydney company publicly to maintain authentic farm-focused brandThe importance of speaking to people, asking questions, and building networks without revealing all ideas prematurelyContact details:Contact Zeke via the Zele Angus website https://zele.com.au/This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au | — | ||||||
| 7/20/26 | Episode 36 | From Show Teams to Stud Sales and Building Relationships in Angus, with Lincoln McKinlay | Episode Summary: Scott Wright sits down with Lincoln McKinlay, founder of Linc'D, a studstock sale and marketing business, for a conversation about purpose, positivity and industry pride. Lincoln shares his journey from high school show team at Pittsworth to stud stock auctioneering and involvement with Magic Millions thoroughbred sales.Scott and Lincoln discuss his exceptional positivity and cup-half-full approach to life, how the Gen Angus program had a transformational impact on his personal development and business direction, and the importance of mentorship and relationships.Lincoln outlines observations on the 2026 spring bull sales quality and market trends, and maximising Angus breed potential in Northern Australia, as well as post-drought recovery confidence from strong cattle prices and rebuilding opportunity.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for this conversation about building business around people, positivity as a daily practice, and striving to be better every day.Key topics covered:How Lincoln progressed from Pittsworth High School show cattle team through Roma TopX and Elders stud stock to founding Linc'D business nearly two years agoLincoln's auctioneering excellence through Young Auctioneers Competition national title and Calgary rookie championship and involvement with Magic Millions and thoroughbred salesThe power of the Gen Angus program in transforming personal development, building lifelong friendships, and gaining new perspectives through leadership trainingWhy Lincoln focuses business around working with good people, involvement in clients' day-to-day operations, and sharing industry knowledge across regionsInsights from the 2026 spring bulls, solid quality groups with trends toward balanced phenotype and data rather than genetic extremes.Why sending sound, properly adapted Angus cattle with small Bos indicus content through ultra-black is critical to maximising breed potential in tropical northern AustraliaPost-drought recovery conditions, strong cattle prices, and rebuilding phase creating confidence for upcoming bull salesWhy Lincoln believes the global rebuilding phase, US herd at historic 72-75 year lows, and top-tier Australian beef quality positions market for sustained strong cattle pricesThe importance of surrounding yourself with good people, seeking honest feedback, and being vulnerable and willing to learnAbout Linc’D and how Lincoln is balancing business growth with continuing to support the quality clients he has with personal timeWhy humility, honesty, and integrity as core values drive Lincoln's approach to caring about people's businesses and wellbeing.The best beef experience celebrating rookie auctioneering championship win in Calgary with an Australian Black Angus steakContact details:Connect with Lincoln via his Linc’D website https://www.lincd.au/This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au | — | ||||||
| 7/13/26 | Episode 35 | Inside Angus GenetiQ: Accuracy, Efficiency and Innovation in Genetic Evaluation, with Dr Vinzent Boerner & Carel Teseling | In this episode, host Scott Wright, Carel Teseling and Dr. Vinzent Boerner discuss the development and capabilities of Angus GenetiQ.Dr Vinzent Boerner and Carel Teseling explain the five-year development journey of Angus GenetiQ, including how and why Angus Australia developed its own genetic evaluation system independent of third-party providers.They explain the system architecture solving 150-170 million equations weekly, why weekly runs benefit members more than monthly alternatives, how genetic correlations are estimated, why avoiding pre-adjustments improves accuracy, the impact of HeiferSELECT/SteerSELECT alignment, and how new traits can be added within weeks.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for this conversation about genetic independence, scientific rigour, and the system supporting breed decisions.Key topics covered:Vinzent's PhD background in genetics and ten-year AGBU career prior to working with Angus on Angus GenetiQ.Why Angus Australia embarked on this development process and the journey to get Angus GenetiQ liveSystem architecture: 150-170 million equations across 4 million pedigree animals, 25 genetic effects, 500,000 genotypes running weekly.The efficiency that allows Angus Genetiq to run on modest hardwareHow genetic correlations are estimated and why avoiding pre-adjustments improves accuracyAvailable traits: gestation, birth weight, weaning weight, yearling weight, final weight, mature weights, body condition, cow height, maternal value, scrotal, carcass, EMA, P8 fat, MSA marbling, coat type plus temperament EBV. with more coming later this yearWeekly evaluation benefits: faster turnaround for genotype rejections and quicker member results on late submissions.HeiferSELECT/SteerSELECT alignment: both commercial and seedstock run through same evaluation ensuring consistency between systems.\How flexible the model is and Vinzent’s predictions of what is possible vs what is likely in the futureThe importance of independence and self-sufficiency for Angus and how Malshani and the team are building long-term maintenance capabilityContact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au | — | ||||||
| 7/6/26 | Episode 34 | Showcase Your Genetics: The Angus for Every System Feedlot and Carcass Trial with Jake Bourne and Brett Tindal | In this bonus episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright discusses the Angus for Every System Feedlot and Carcass Trial launching with Teys Australia, with Jake Bourne from Angus Australia and Brett Tindal from Signature Ag Marketing.Commercial Angus producers can enter teams of 10 steers (380-460kg) by 31 July for a September induction at Teys Condamine, with 120 days feeding at $1,000 per entry.There are four classes spanning 50% - 100% Angus content, using Optiweigh units and SteerSELECT genomic testing to track daily gains and provide detailed feedback booklets comparing each producer's performance against competitors. The trial includes automatic entry into the ANPC National Carcass Competition at Beef 2027, plus a November/December field day, agents jackpot, and breeders cup award.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for this conversation about demonstrating your genetics through commercial data and benchmarking across Australia.Key topics covered:Trial structure: teams of 10 steers (380-460kg), entries close July 31, delivery September 15, 120-day feeding at Teys Condamine, processing separates 50% content (one week) from 75%/100% content cattle (following week).Technology integration: Optiweigh units track daily weight gains viewable via Angus Tech, SteerSELECT genomic testing covers breed content and carcass traits, and field day in November/December allows visual comparison with data.Feedback focus: each producer receives an individual data booklet comparing their performance against all competitors, enabling analysis of sire lines and breeding decisions.Award categories span feedlot performance, carcass quality, and eating quality/MSA index across each class, plus grand champion and reserve champion sponsorships.Agents involvement through agents jackpot creating friendly rivalry and engagement, and Breeders cup award recognises stud breeders whose clients enter teamsAutomatic entry into ANPC National Carcass Competition at Beef 2027 in Rockhampton, allowing selection of three steers from team of 10 for competition.Red Angus eligibility extends trial to both black and red Angus producers, recognising recent collaboration between Red Angus and Angus Australia.HeiferSELECT promotion emphasises five times greater genetic gain than bull selection through early identification of high-merit breeding females before investment.Contact details:Get in touch with Brett via the Signature Ag website https://signatureag.com.au/Get in touch with Jake via email [email protected] podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au | — | ||||||
| 7/6/26 | Episode 33 | Leading the Angus Family: Peter Collins Becomes President of Angus Australia | In this special episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright welcomes Peter Collins, newly installed president of Angus Australia, for a comprehensive conversation about his farming operation, family legacy, board leadership, and vision for the breed's future.Peter shares insights from his four-generation family farming heritage in Northern Victoria, his show judging career across all Australian states and previous 15-year board experience with National Herd Improvement company.Scott and Peter discuss why Angus are such exceptional easy care cattle, the ongoing GenetiQ evaluation platform development and rollout, how the board is navigating financial sustainability challenges and concerns about MLA’s multi-breed genetic evaluation strategy.Peter shares his vision for his board presidency, his strong support for Angus youth, and his belief in asking for help within the Angus network and surrounding yourself with the right mentors.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for this conversation full of insights on leadership during challenging times, breed independence, youth investment, and why the Angus family remains stronger than ever.Key topics covered:About Peter’s four-generation family farming heritage in Northern Victoria near Echuca, combined dairy and beef operation running 1,000 acres with irrigation on 16-inch rainfallPeter's son Brody returning to the farm after electrician career and his 97-year old Dad still involved, offering breeding insights and opinionsAngus as exceptional easy-care maternal breed combining strong mothering ability with excellent carcass attributes through collective breeder effortPeter’s show judging career spanning all Australian states, his previous experience with National Herd board, and four years on the Angus board including two as vice presidentThe development and rollout of the GenetiQ platform providing weekly genetic evaluations with temperament EBV and additional traits releasing soonNavigating financial challenges as a board, including the World Angus Forum loss and MLA funding dropping to zeroSerious concerns about MLA multi-breed genetic evaluation threatening breed independence, data ownership, and potential corporate acquisitionWelcoming Weatherbys as third genomics provider alongside Zoetis and Neogen ensuring member choice and competitive pricingPeter’s passion for Angus Youth support, including donating quality heifers to young breeders without capital, building future generation through mentorship and opportunityHow the board operates with specialist directors, healthy debate without polarisation, and transparent communication on challenges for long-term breed viability and competitivenessContact details:Get in touch with Peter [email protected] or via the Merridale Angus website https://www.merridaleangus.com.au/This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au | — | ||||||
| 6/29/26 | Re-Release: Innovation, Resilience and Building a Beef Jerky Brand, with Emily Pullen from Jim’s Jerky | In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Emily Pullen, CEO of Jim's Jerky, for an inspiring conversation about building a national beef brand, navigating industry challenges, and remarkable resilience.Emily shares how her parents Jim and Kathy started with 12 kilos of jerky in 2004 after discovering South African biltong in a Charlton butcher shop, growing to a team of 28 across supermarkets, national petrol chains, and export markets.They discuss why topside has become an increasingly valuable cut, a devastating April 2023 factory fire and 12-month recovery journey, managing extreme meat price volatility with inflexible retail pricing, the exciting partnership with SunPork building a new shared dehydration facility, and why "lukewarm is no good" in business.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for a masterclass in entrepreneurship, family business, and turning adversity into opportunity.Connect with Emily via the Jim’s Jerky website https://www.jimsjerky.com.au/contact-usThis podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au | — | ||||||
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| 6/22/26 | Episode 31 | How WA Angus Builds Community Across Distance, with Jess Dewar | In this Western Australia-focused episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Jess Dewar, co-operator of Ardcairnie Angus Stud and volunteer editor of the Western Australian Angus News.Jess shares her journey from Perth retail management to agriculture, meeting husband Joe in 2018 and purchasing Ardcairnie Angus in 2020 from life members Jim and Pam McGregor.She discusses the unique WA Angus community, which represents 44% of the state's cattle breed and emphasises larger frames and foot structure for distance and demanding soil.Jess’s WA Angus committee volunteer work includes coordinating the spring walk at feedlot facilities and the Farm Weekly heifer competition which generates 21,000+ entries annually, as well as the gold-standard in Angus publications, the WA Angus News.Jess and Scott discuss her Gen Angus program experience and why she highly recommends the program, and the opportunities and challenges facing the breed as it grows across WA's 1,200-kilometre geographic spread.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for this conversation about building community across distance and the power of volunteer leadership in regional Angus.Key topics covered:About the makeup of Angus in WA, including geographical spread and what differentiates WA Angus breeding approach from eastern statesJess’s journey from Perth retail management into agriculture after meeting her husband Joe in 2018, and their purchase of Ardcanie Angus stud in 2020 from Jim and Pam McGregorHow Ardkanie Angus operates, combining seed stock/commercial cattle, grain, hay and Merino sheep across 400kmThe impact and longevity of the WA Angus News publication (37 years, since 1989), producing a biannual 60-70 page magazine with advertiser support that reaches Angus breeders across the state and even internationallyWA Angus committee activities including the spring walk in September at feedlot/processors, heifer competition with Farm Weekly (21,000+ entries annually November-February), AGM and workshop day in JanuaryJess’s takeaways from the Gen Angus Program, including the benefits of the network and connections, and the supportive mentorship from Simone Bond (SA Angus VP)The importance of different roles in a farming family, and valuing each person’s contributions and strengths, whether in the home or the paddockThe strength of the WA Angus community, which keeps the focus on promoting Angus and supporting the next generation, building collaboration with a warm welcoming culture and leveraging the diversity of experience in the groupHow Jess lives her values of follow-through, transparency in decision making, respect for diversity across geographic extremes, and staying grounded and practical through life on the farmThe many opportunities ahead for WA Angus, including continued commercial growth driven by proven on-farm results, premium beef programs and export market strength, and the next generation embracing data/geneticsThe challenges of maintaining community connection across 1,200km geographic spread requiring ongoing effort, market and seasonal variability requiring producer resilience, staying practical and relevant with value-add committee decisions.Why Angus Australia is rolling out DNA verification programs to address integrity and the challenge of other breeds ‘piggybacking’ on Angus successHow Jess’ personal background as a competitive surfer and growing up in a male-dominated sport shaped her communication styleThe mentorships Jess has benefited from, including Pam McGregor and her husband Joe’s farming knowledge driving Jess’ industry engagement and enthusiasmWhy Jess’ best beef eating experience is more about the people and the location than the beef itselfContact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au | — | ||||||
| 6/15/26 | Re-Release: Helping Farming Families Through Adversity with Rural Aid CEO John Warlters | In this re-release of our most heartfelt episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with John Warlters, CEO of Rural Aid, for an important conversation about supporting farming families through disasters and everyday adversity.John shares insights from Rural Aid's 11-year journey since forming during the 2015 drought, the remarkable scale of their impact, how trust guides every decision as their north star principle, and the importance of being visible in communities rather than waiting for crisis moments.They discuss John's journalism background preparing him for this role, the challenge of balancing strategic thinking with operational response, the importance of mental health support for all but especially for rural families, and why the difficult act of asking for help opens doors to support.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for insights on community resilience and the organization making a difference for rural Australia.Key topics covered:How Rural Aid supports farmers first, their families, and communities as proudly farmer-focused organisationThe scale of impact since 2015: 200,000 bales of hay, 100 million litres of household drinking water, prepaid Visa cards ($1,500 typical value) empowering individuals to meet specific needs with money flowing back to local communitiesRural Aid’s national network of 10 counsellors seeing producers on-farm where possible in order to break down barriers around potential judgment or stigmaErica Halliday's story of receiving Rural Aid support during 2017-19 drought, then joining the board to give back to organisation that helped her familyTrust as Rural Aid’s guiding principle: donors trust that funds reach the right people at right time, producers trust the organisation when making themselves vulnerable by asking for helpWhy Rural Aid waits for recovery phase rather than emergency response to avoid getting in way of front line and emergency servicesThe dairy farmer who said he was "a little bit broken on the inside," put on smiley face each morning thinking that's what his family needed, but counselling helped him recognise he needed help and it completely changed his outlookHow strategic thinking challenges John when operational response demands constant attention, and he balancing act between mental health counsellors on ground vs immediate disaster relief capacityHow everyday challenges (rising costs, fluctuating prices, health scares, succession planning) need support beyond disaster context, not just emergency eventsLooking to 2030: growing to 20,000+ registered producers (currently 18,500) and amplifying Rural Aid’s voice to governmentJohn’s simple call to action: ask for help if you need it, phone 1300 327 624Relevant links mentioned in the episode:Rural Aid https://www.everystep.ruralaid.org.au/Phone: 1300 327 624Contact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au | — | ||||||
| 6/10/26 | Re-Release: A Century of Angus Cattle in Central Australia with Paul Smith, Tieyon Station | In this re-release episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Paul Smith from Tieyon Station in Central Australia for a remarkable conversation about 100 years of Angus cattle breeding in one of the world's driest cattle regions.Paul shares how his great-grandfather Frank ordered a van of Angus bulls from a newspaper ad in 1925, walked them 100 kilometers from the railhead, and slowly replaced all Shorthorns to create the only pure Angus herd remaining in Central Australia.They discuss managing 6,500 square kilometers (650,000 hectares) with just 2-4 staff, breeding and finishing cattle with under 200mm average rainfall, designing cows specifically for the landscape through EBV selection, surviving the 2018-21 drought while managing his wife's breast cancer diagnosis, and why temperament, structure and attitude matter more than anything else.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for an inspiring story of resilience, innovation, and custodianship in Australia's red centre.This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au | — | ||||||
| 6/1/26 | Episode 28 | Data-Driven Decision Making and Genuine Community Support, with James Knight | In this special Gen Angus Leadership Program episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with James Knight, operator of Sisters Pastoral Company, for a comprehensive conversation about his transformational journey from a Melbourne corporate career to successful commercial Angus cattle operator. James shares insights from his childhood agricultural passion through jackarooing on a gap year, University of New England studies, and a corporate careers with great mentorship. After a mental health crisis and recovery, he transitioned back to the family farm with wife Georgie in 2016, scaling from 800 to 1,450-1,500 females over 2,200 hectares producing 1,200 weaners annually. His spring calving feeder system replaced unsustainable autumn calving through rotational grazing and technology adoption. James shares how he balances phenotype expertise with EBV focus when purchasing bulls, maintaining stable partnerships with buyers and suppliers, and how his 2.5 FTE team operates on benchmarking and data-driven decisions while staying relationship-focused. Scott and James also discuss the recent animal welfare crisis that revealed the Angus community's extraordinary support and crucial help during his darkest time.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for insights on scaling commercial beef operations through data-driven strategy, technology adoption, and the irreplaceable strength of community support when it matters most.Key topics covered:James' childhood agricultural passion sparked by uncle's Deniliquin farm and a gap year jackarooingHow his corporate career provided operational experience and learning from CEO Adrian Goonan that became the foundation for his farm transition.The mental health crisis requiring help and recovery, establishing James’ resilience and reach-out approach characterising his community philosophyBusiness scaling from 800 females/1,100ha (2016) to 1,450-1,500 females over 2,200ha producing 1,200 weaners annually through strategic planning and benchmarkingSpring calving feeder system shift eliminating unsustainable hay feeding by rotating steers through paddocks achieving 1.5kg/day by September, 2kg/day peak October/NovemberThe data-driven and ROI-focused decision making process James uses for technology adoptionJames’ bull purchasing strategy, balancing phenotype expertise from father-in-law Bruce with EBV analysis using Angus Tech spreadsheets and feedlot trial validation for carcass/growth.Partnership-focused approach maintaining stable relationships with buyers, suppliers, financiers, and team Recent animal welfare crisis revealing community strength and the generosity of the Angus communityForward breed strategy on carcass traits (EMA, IMF, mature body composition), questioning seed stock/commercial alignment, urging balance on birth weight/gestation coupling affecting calving mortalityContact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au | — | ||||||
| 5/18/26 | Episode 27 | Data Ownership, Pedigree Integrity, and the Future of Genomics with Paul Flynn, Weatherbys Scientific | Summary of the episode:In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Paul Flynn, Director of Research and Development at Weatherbys Scientific, to discuss the beginning of a new genomic service provider relationship with Angus Australia.Paul shares insights from Weatherbys' remarkable 250-year family business legacy starting with thoroughbred stud books in the late 1700s, their evolution from mid-1980s laboratory in Ireland using molecular technologies for parentage verification to becoming multi-species genotyping service provider (bovine, equine, ovine, canine, aqua shrimp).Scott and Paul discuss Weatherbys’ data ownership philosophy keeping customer control and the agnostic integration approach with multiple evaluation platforms, SNP chip capabilities and their capacity to process 100,000 samples per week.They finish their conversation discussing the opportunities AI brings for the management and interrogation of massive datasets, and the importance of values to a 7th generation family business like Weatherbys.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for insights on the Weatherbys Scientific Partnership.Key topics covered:How Weatherbys' 250-year legacy began with James Weatherby's late 1700s thoroughbred stud book evolving from mid-1980s Ireland laboratory using molecular technologies to a global multi-species genotyping service provider.Why Weatherbys differentiates by staying in their lanem prioritising data ownership with customers, and maintaining agnostic integration with multiple evaluation platforms without competing in evaluation servicesHow the Angus Australia partnership came to be, with technology now aligning perfectly to cover full the suite from workhorse chips to niche traits as standard capabilitiesA glimpse into the scale of Weatherbys capacity, exemplified in their Irish Cattle Breeding Federation partnership,aiming to genotype 2.4M newborn calves annually (currently 1M+/year) with infrastructure handling 100,000 samples/weekWhat the Versa 85K SNP chip delivers through genome-wide coverage across 29 autosomal chromosomes, ISAG standardised panels, trait markers, and standalone complex mutation testsWhy high throughput capability matters with multiple equipment units providing contingency, lean turnaround times, ISAG rank one laboratory status, and ISO 17025 accreditation with quality management system.The opportunities AI presents for automating massive dataset interrogation using annotated databases to drive discovery rate, requiring accurate algorithms and managing fear factors through education about long-term breeding gainsThe equine paradigm moment with ISAG approving SNP panels enabling the community to move from traditional microsatellites to genomic uptake, traveling the journey bovine traveled 10-15 years agoThe importance of Weatherbys values built over 250 years, including trust, integrity and governance as seventh-generation family businessPaul's memorable beef experience at Shane Ross' Cottage Restaurant in Armidale plus his book recommendation "The Cow Book" by John Connell.Relevant links mentioned in the episode:Weatherbys Scientific Australia https://www.weatherbysscientific.com.au/The Cow Book: A Story of Life on a Family Farm by John ConnellContact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au | — | ||||||
| 5/4/26 | Episode 26 | Family Business, Global Expansion and Supply Chain Ownership, with Darren Thomas, Thomas Foods International | In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Darren Thomas, Group Managing Director of Thomas Foods International.Darren shares insights from humble 1985 livestock trading beginnings with father Chris to now three-generation family involvement including his children Jack, Ned and Chloe. Scott and Darren explore the 1990s early Angus connection, the brand evolution of Angus Pure, his supply chain ownership strategy, and the ongoing innovation and expansion at home and abroad.They discuss livestock as core competency, processing as core business, the Angus breed delivering what it promises, opportunities for young people in agriculture, and family business tenure creating competitive advantage with global customers.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for insights on building Australia's second largest red meat processor while remaining proudly family-ownedKey topics covered:Thomas Foods International growth from 1985 livestock trading/service kill beginnings to Australia's second largest red meat processor and largest sheep/lamb processor exporting to 80-85 countries with five Australian plantsThe journey to being a three-generation family business, the value of being a generational supplier with strong customer relationships, and remaining proudly family owned when the other top processors are all foreign-ownedThe supply chain ownership strategy of owning everything between farmer and end user retailer for efficiency, which allows higher farmer payments and customer value, as well as better control and decision making Thomas Foods’ early Angus connection in the 1990s and how Darren created marketing options for South East producersThe brand evolution of Angus Pure from Certified Black partnership to developing their own 100% Angus positioning, achieving US market success, and launching Mount Shank premium brandWhy the Angus breed succeeded by backing up great marketing with actual product performance through society research and seed stock suppliers/farmers collaborating for genetic improvementWhy attention to detail and simplicity matter as Thomas Foods' philosophy from home to operations, with people as the foundation and educating for better outcomes.How Thomas Foods is expanding globally with second US and European plant building, Middle East and India operations developing, as well as a $380M Australian capital expenditure to modernise facilitiesThe challenge of over-regulation and export certification costs pushed onto processors, with regulation supporting brand quality but increasing costs and thereby reducing competitivenessWhy Thomas Foods takes a cautious approach to MLA multibreed evaluation by using Angus as best practice case study without reinventing the wheelWhy young people have wonderful opportunities in agriculture beyond primary production including AgTech/robotics/data science/AI/pharmaceuticals, with industry unity making it easier than when Darren startedRelevant links mentioned in the episode:Thomas Foods International https://thomasfoods.com/Contact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au | — | ||||||
| 4/27/26 | Episode 25 | Building Rural Businesses: From Wilshire and Co to Agricon with Todd Wilshire | In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Todd Wilshire, managing director of Agricon and former owner of Wilshire and Co, for a comprehensive conversation about building successful agricultural businesses.Todd shares insights from his journey studying agronomy at Gatton, returning after travelling to grow the family's Tenterfield produce store into a six-location group sold to Pursehouse Rural, and the strategic acquisition and subsequent growth of animal nutrition company Agricon.Todd and Scott discuss key business lessons about having a vision and staying patient, as well as the importance of diversification, team building, strong supplier relationships, finding market gaps, and why face-to-face relationships still beat online shopping.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for insights on rural entrepreneurship and creating value in agricultural supply chains.Contact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au | — | ||||||
| 4/20/26 | Episode 24 | 2026 Board Priorities and Strategic Direction for Angus Australia, with President Sinclair Munro | Summary of the episode:In this special board outcomes episode of The Angus Table, President Sinclair Munro and CEO Scott Wright discuss key decisions and strategic priorities from Angus Australia's March 2026 board of directors meeting.They share insights on board function, CEO board report highlights, and financial audit outcomes including the new late inventory fee policy.Also discussed is the board’s strategic focus on genetic evaluation including TACE as hybrid display from three evaluation services (BreedPlan, Angus Genetic, AGI), the shift to weekly analysis capability through Angus Genetic, navigating MLA's multibreed evaluation plans, and promoting Angus as reliable, nutritious, and environmentally sustainable.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for insights about the governance and strategy shaping Angus Australia's future.Key topics covered:How the Angus Australia board functions: elected by members with committee structure, focusing on strategy/risk/compliance/policy while providing CEO oversightHighlights from the CEO board report, including HeiferSELECT marketing improvements and Angus Online self-service platform now liveFinancial audit outcomes from the external auditor review of 2025 statementsAbout the late inventory fee policy change beginning in Spring 2026 where late submissions after bill date will receive 50% credit to reward on-time record keepers and remove emotion from staff decisions.Strategic genetic evaluation focus, including weekly analysis capability through Angus GenetIQ addressing member needs quickly.Navigating the MLA multibreed evaluation plans while protecting Angus-specific toolsThe importance of member consultation and the opportunities to engage this year, such as webinars and the upcoming AGM in MayValuing member-collected phenotype data as Angus Australia's strength, ensuring we prioritise using to benefit those who collected itPromoting the Angus brand responsibly and emphasising reliable genetics from registered bulls, nutritious high eating quality, and environmental sustainabilityAppreciation for the voluntary role of board members taking on a big workload while taking time from their own farms/businessesAbout Sinclair’s best beef eating experience on Easter SundayContact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au | — | ||||||
| 4/13/26 | Episode 23 | Leading Australian Agriculture Through Global Challenges, with Minister Julie Collins | In this special episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with the Hon. Julie Collins MP, Federal Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, for an insightful conversation about leading Australian agriculture.Minister Collins shares perspectives from representing Australia's most southern electorate, current priorities including food security strategy and managing Middle East conflict impacts on diesel and fertiliser supply, achievements on trade diversification achievements, biosecurity vigilance around lumpy skin disease and our strong working relationship with Indonesia.Scott and Minister Collins discuss working collaboratively with industry peak bodies, the $100 billion agriculture target hit four years early, and why telling farmers' story about being world's most efficient producers matters.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for insights from federal leadership on agriculture's future.Key topics covered:How Minister Collins represents Australia's most southern electorate in Tasmania with berries, stone fruit, ham, aquaculture, and forestryMaintaining the big priorities of food security strategy, trade and biosecurity, while dealing with immediate diesel/fertiliser challenges and impacts of the Middle East warThe success of the trade diversification approach the Federal Government has taken that has resulted in 250+ market accesses improved, restored or maintainedThe importance of telling the story of Australian farmers being the most fuel efficient, lowest fertiliser use, and lowest water use farmers on the planetHitting the $100 billion target four years early by having a joint vision and working together with industryMonitoring lumpy skin disease closely and working with the Indonesian government, cooperating on intelligence, lab testing capability, vaccines, and moreThe Government’s R&D report and opportunities for R&D reformHow Labor is prioritising being in touch with regional communities, and working collaboratively with industry peak bodiesMinister Collins’ personal approach to maintaining balance and the advice from her grandmother to always do your bestContact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au | — | ||||||
| 4/6/26 | Episode 22 | Helping Farming Families Through Adversity with Rural Aid CEO John Warlters | In this heartfelt episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with John Warlters, CEO of Rural Aid, for an important conversation about supporting farming families through disasters and everyday adversity.John shares insights from Rural Aid's 11-year journey since forming during the 2015 drought, the remarkable scale of their impact, how trust guides every decision as their north star principle, and the importance of being visible in communities rather than waiting for crisis moments.They discuss John's journalism background preparing him for this role, the challenge of balancing strategic thinking with operational response, the importance of mental health support for all but especially for rural families, and why the difficult act of asking for help opens doors to support.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for insights on community resilience and the organization making a difference for rural Australia.Key topics covered:How Rural Aid supports farmers first, their families, and communities as proudly farmer-focused organisationThe scale of impact since 2015: 200,000 bales of hay, 100 million litres of household drinking water, prepaid Visa cards ($1,500 typical value) empowering individuals to meet specific needs with money flowing back to local communitiesRural Aid’s national network of 10 counsellors seeing producers on-farm where possible in order to break down barriers around potential judgment or stigmaErica Halliday's story of receiving Rural Aid support during 2017-19 drought, then joining the board to give back to organisation that helped her familyTrust as Rural Aid’s guiding principle: donors trust that funds reach the right people at right time, producers trust the organisation when making themselves vulnerable by asking for helpWhy Rural Aid waits for recovery phase rather than emergency response to avoid getting in way of front line and emergency servicesThe dairy farmer who said he was "a little bit broken on the inside," put on smiley face each morning thinking that's what his family needed, but counselling helped him recognise he needed help and it completely changed his outlookHow strategic thinking challenges John when operational response demands constant attention, and he balancing act between mental health counsellors on ground vs immediate disaster relief capacityHow everyday challenges (rising costs, fluctuating prices, health scares, succession planning) need support beyond disaster context, not just emergency eventsLooking to 2030: growing to 20,000+ registered producers (currently 18,500) and amplifying Rural Aid’s voice to governmentJohn’s simple call to action: ask for help if you need it, phone 1300 327 624Relevant links mentioned in the episode:Rural Aid https://www.everystep.ruralaid.org.au/Phone: 1300 327 624Contact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au | — | ||||||
| 3/30/26 | Episode 21 | Producer Profitability, Levy Reform and Trade Resilience, with Will Evans, Cattle Australia | In this strategic episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Will Evans, CEO of Cattle Australia, for a comprehensive conversation about leading the peak body representing grass-fed beef producers.Will shares insights from his journey through NT Livestock Exporters Association and NTCA, launching the critical cattle transaction levy review, why the focus has realigned to producer profitability over market/consumer expectations as the fundamental underpinning of sustainability, trade diversification amid Middle East conflicts and China challenges, and landscape-level methane research fighting point-in-time regulatory misunderstanding.They discuss Cattle Australia's dual function and benefits to membership, regional consultation driving priorities, innovation and AI transforming genetic systems, and why Australian cattle breeding is now at the global forefront.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for insights on policy, trade, and the future direction of Australian beef.Key topics covered:Will's journey from Gatton Ag College through, Cattle Council, NT Live Exporters Association and NTCA learning policy theory and practical implementationAbout Cattle Australia's dual function as both peak commodity voice with technical expertise plus prescribed industry body overseeing levy allocation to MLA/AHA/NRSWhy CA have launched a critical levy review: the first in 20 years, the focus is on capturing millions in lost value within existing $5 rather than automatic increasesThe important realignment on producer profitability to underpin all sustainability initiatives and additional requirementsWhy a global shift occurred from "feed people" to "how are we feeding them" with conditionality expectationsLandscape-level methane research: world-leading analysis of emissions + sequestration fighting regulatory misunderstanding of output-only emission reductionsThe European regulatory risk and the need for adequate research because current research is led from environmental not beef business perspectiveTaking a holistic view of trade diversification strategy amid global conflictsEngaging with successive Federal governments and Labor government relationships being about competing priorities not an anti-agriculture stanceThe opportunities and challenges of the AI and innovation frontier for beefAdvice for young people getting into the industry and the massive Southeast Asia opportunityRelevant links mentioned in the episode:Cattle Australia https://cattleaustralia.com.au/Contact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au | — | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | Episode 20 | The Digital Transformation of Livestock Marketing with Paul Holm, AuctionsPlus | In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Paul Holm, General Manager of Networks at AuctionsPlus, for a comprehensive conversation about online livestock marketing innovation.Paul shares insights from AuctionsPlus's 40-year evolution as an agency-owned business (50% Elders, 50% Nutrien), the remarkable scale of the platform, the groundbreaking bloodline verification initiative launching in April 2026 to connect seedstock brands with verified commercial offspring and quantify premiums, and the company's commitment to agent education and industry best practice.They discuss remote workforce management (50% of staff outside Sydney), extraordinarily low dispute rates (0.7% of lots), and why selling positive stories about on-farm practices matters for differentiation.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for insights on the digital transformation of livestock marketing.Key topics covered:How AuctionsPlus evolved over 40 years to 220,000 monthly users listing 600,000+ commercial cattle (400,000+ Angus-influenced)The assessment process: 130+ data points, assessor training requirements, and offline mobile entry for crush-side efficiencyRemarkably low dispute rate (0.7% of lots) with agent third-party verification adding trust and integrityThe innovative bloodline verification initiative to verify commercial vendor purchases their genetics, creative value, increasing trust and quantifying market premiums with analyticsSheep genetics ASBV integration with filtering capabilities and buyer notifications for specific genetic profilesFeeder-optimised tagging developed through extensive feedlot discovery (weight, age, pregnancy testing criteria)Remote workforce management: 50% of staff outside Sydney with regional coverage requiring scheduled communication and quarterly in-person tripsWhy discovery process now involves interviewing buyers/sellers/agents before building features rather than acting on single ideasHow competitive board members (Elders vs Nutrien) make industry-leading decisions for agency sector benefitWhy selling positive on-farm stories differentiates brands in the engaged 220,000-user monthly audienceRelevant links mentioned in the episode:AuctionsPlus website: www.auctionsplus.com.auContact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au | — | ||||||
| 3/16/26 | Episode 19 | Understanding Angus Breed Labelling Standards with Ben Robinson, AusMeat | In this special informational episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Ben Robinson from AusMeat to explain the significant changes to Angus breed content labelling standards released in 2026.Ben provides essential context on AusMeat's role as custodian of Australian export meat standards, how the Label and Standards Committee operates with industry peak councils, and why trade descriptions must be accurate and unambiguous under legislation.They discuss the evolution from the original 75% minimum standard to the new three-tier framework: Angus 50/F1/Composite (50% genetic content), Angus 75/F2/Angus (traditional 75% standard), and Pure Angus/Angus 100/Black Angus (100% genetic content).Ben explains how most international markets accept 50% (matching US CAB requirements), why this creates opportunities for F1 breeders while maintaining premium positioning for higher content animals, the importance of accurate NVD declarations, and how DNA breed content testing may provide objective verification in the medium term.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for essential regulatory information affecting every Angus producer in Australia.Key topics covered:How AusMeat operates as industry-owned (MLA and AMPC), not-for-profit third party certification body auditing 60+ programs and the role of Australian Meat Industry Language and Standards Committee with peak councilsWhy you cannot export meat from Australia unless it comes from AusMeat accredited facilityThe legislation requirement of accurate and unambiguous trade descriptions across the entire supply chainThe origins of Angus labelling around 2006-2008 when McDonald's McAngus burger drove integrity requirementsWhy Australia set the bar high at 75% minimum genetic content when most international markets accepted 50%How two and a half years of industry consultation balanced production sector and processing sector needsThe new three-tier framework: Angus 50/F1/Composite (50%), Angus 75/F2/Angus (75%), Pure Angus/Angus 100/Black Angus (100%)The two verification pathways for 50% genetic content—phenotypic criteria or on-farm traceability programThe importance of accurate NVD declarations: Angus 50 or Angus F1 for 50% animals, Angus for 75%+ animalsWhy quality specifications (eating quality, marbling, MSA) are commercial decisions by processors separate from breed contentOther breed frameworks (Wagyu, Hereford, Shorthorn, Santa Gertrudis) and the development of a Red Angus framework (though it’s not released yet)The difference between AusMeat's export/domestic accreditation (box level) and state food authority regulation (retail/restaurant level)The importance of maintaining Australian product trust and reputation with international partners through integrityBen's role as UN Economic Commission for Europe Meat Standards Group chairman working to reduce trade barriers globallyRelevant links mentioned in the episode:AusMeat website: www.ausmeat.com.auLivestock Production Assurance (LPA) program https://www.integritysystems.com.au/on-farm-assurance/livestock-product-assurance/National Feedlot Accreditation Scheme https://www.ausmeat.com.au/services/list/livestock/nfas/United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE): https://unece.org/trade/wp7/Meat-StandardsContact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au | — | ||||||
| 3/9/26 | Episode 18 | Building Beef Demand and the CAB Success Story, with Mark McCully from American Angus | In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Mark McCully, CEO of the American Angus Association, for a comprehensive conversation about leading one of the world's largest breed organisations.Mark shares insights from managing 22,000 members across five wholly-owned subsidiaries (Association, Certified Angus Beef, Angus Media, Angus Genetics Inc, Foundation), the remarkable success of CAB brand with 27% of US fed cattle qualifying and $50+ premiums per head, the historic shift from 50% select grading to more prime than select today, developing functional longevity and udder EPDs, navigating methane research controversy with transparency, and the power of servant leadership.They discuss some of the similarities and differences between US and Australian industries, the evolution from "where's my premium" to value-based marketing dominance, beef-on-dairy integration, and why keeping independent breeders independent through strong associations matters globally.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for insights from one of the breed's most accomplished international leaders.Key topics covered:How the American Angus Association evolved from 1883 herd registry to five wholly-owned subsidiaries with 300 staffThe scale of CAB brand: 27% of US fed cattle qualify today, creating $50+ premium per head at packing plantWhy CAB gave producers a target aligned with consumer value rather than producer value perspectivesThe historic shift from 50% select grading (when Mark started) to more prime than select produced todayHow value-based marketing evolution transformed premium signal flow to producersThe development of functional longevity EBV and teat/udder suspension EBVs incorporated into maternal weaning valueThe importance of phenotypic data as genomics foundation "only as good as phenotypic data breeders turn in"How non-traditional data (health traits, BRD, congestive heart failure, fatty acids) requires downstream collaborationWhy beef-on-dairy integration (60% of 9.4M dairy cows bred to Angus) accelerates data capture in integrated systemsThe challenge of staying innovative as breed associations when private companies characterise economically important traitsHow World Angus Evaluation provides a common currency for breeders globally and helps prevent gene pool narrowingWhy strong member-owned associations hedge against integrated systems taking genetic decisions from independent breedersThe methane research controversy: objectives around efficiency in cows on grass, navigating funding source concerns, factual information challenges in social media eraThe importance of servant leadership principles shaped by "The Servant" by James HunterWhy focusing on consumer eating satisfaction rather than cattle producer value perspectives drives sustainable demandRelevant links mentioned in the episode:American Angus Association: www.angus.orgCertified Angus Beef brand: https://www.certifiedangusbeef.com/enBook: "The Servant" by James HunterContact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au | — | ||||||
| 3/2/26 | Episode 17 | Premium Beef at Scale with Andrew McDonald and Tony Fitzgerald from NH Foods | In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Andrew McDonald and Tony Fitzgerald from NH Foods for a comprehensive conversation about building and maintaining premium beef programs at scale.They discuss the remarkable 15 year growth of Angus Reserve brand from 300 head/week to 3,000 head/week, the measurable genetic improvement delivering 10% increase in feeding performance, navigating China market volatility with 55% tariffs forcing strategic program adjustments, the protein trend driving retail growth globally, and why Australia must compete at the premium end against low-cost producers.Tony shares insights on cattle quality improvements, vaccination programs reducing BRD from 60% to 15-20% of death loss, and the importance of consistency. Andrew explains secondary cut value growth, the shift from 2+ to 4+ and 5+ marbling programs, and diversification across 40-45 countries.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for insights from one of Australia's largest Angus beef operations.Key topics covered:How NH Foods established itself in Australia from late 1970s with integrated farming, feedlotting, and processing operationsThe growth of Whyalla Feedlot to 78,000 head current capacity, with recent and planned expansionsThe evolution of the Angus Reserve brand from 300-400 head/week in 2010 to 3,000 head/week today across 40-45 countriesThe measurable genetic improvement over the last 8 years that has delivered 10% increase in feeding performanceHow consistency within Angus pens compares dramatically to crossbred variationWhy average induction weight increased from 405-410kg (2019 drought) to 455kg with better seasonsThe results of vaccination programs (BRD reduced from 60% to 15-20% death loss) and the shift from 2+ to 4+ and 5+ marbling programsThe challenges of the China market, including 55% tariffs and a quota system forcing five months supply vs year-round, meaning uncertainty for long-fed programsSupporting voluntary quota system in order to prevent South American grain-fed gaining Australian shelf spaceThe importance of diversification to hedge against single market dependence in volatile global politicsHow secondary cut value growth saved the processing sector (beef cheeks doubling, tails over $20/kg, short rib bone-in $50/kg)The protein trend driving retail growth globally, with consumers cooking premium steaks at home and beef snacks like jerky an opportunity for those who don’t cookThe challenge of oversized cuts having weight variations affecting container capacity and box specificationsHow third-party verification through Angus Australia provides integrity and retailer governance confidenceThe success of Whyalla’s graduate program: three grads annually, DISC profiling, structured six-month rotations building team depthWhy Australia must compete at the premium end against low-cost producers with the best 5% of global herd targeting best 2-4% of consumersRelevant links mentioned in the episode:NH Foods https://www.nh-foods.com.au/Contact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au | — | ||||||
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