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AgriCoach Wealth & Wisdom Podcast by The Financial Bloke
Wealth & Wisdom: For Farming Families Who Want More
Money matters — but wisdom is what makes it last.
For Australia’s most successful farming families, financial growth is only part of the picture. True, lasting success means aligning your wealth with your values, nurturing strong family relationships, and building a legacy that endures for generations.
Join Ben Law, The Financial Bloke and founder of Agricoach, Australia’s leading coaching business for high-performing rural families, as he shares the insights, stories, and strategies that matter most. With over two decades of experience advising and coaching some of the country’s most successful agricultural families, Ben now dedicates his work to helping others do the same — through the High Performing Families Accelerator and this powerful podcast.
On the Wealth & Wisdom podcast, you’ll hear from industry experts, thought leaders, and inspiring rural voices. Together, you’ll explore what it really takes to grow, protect, and transition wealth — without sacrificing family harmony or personal fulfillment.
Whether you’re preparing for succession, investing off-farm, managing family dynamics, or shaping the next generation of leadership, this podcast is your trusted source of clarity, strategy, and perspective.
Smart decisions. Stronger families. A legacy worth leaving.
Welcome to Wealth & Wisdom — tune in and grow with us.
AgriCoach Wealth & Wisdom Podcast by The Financial Bloke
#48: From Sci-Fi to Reality: How Drones Are Transforming Agriculture with Luke Chaplain, founder of SkyKelpie
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Today we're diving into the high-tech world of drones and their adoption in agriculture. Our special guest is Luke Chaplain, a fourth-generation grazier from North West Queensland and the founder of SkyKelpie. Luke's expertise in drone mustering has made him a leading authority in the field.
In this episode, Luke shares the fascinating story behind SkyKelpie and how his passion for agribusiness, coupled with groundbreaking drone mustering trials, led to the creation of his innovative company. We explore the current capabilities of drone technology and its practical applications in agriculture, as well as the exciting possibilities that lie ahead.
With the convergence of AI, big data, and high-speed internet providers like Starlink, the potential for drones in farming is immense. We discuss how this convergence will shape the future of the industry, including AI acceleration of learning and the broader implications for producers. Luke also shares his vision for a future where drones become as essential and valuable as traditional working dogs, potentially addressing labour shortages in agriculture.
Tune in as Luke provides insights into the transformative power of drones in agriculture and shares his thoughts on what true wealth means to him. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation!
To learn more about Luke Chaplain and SkyKelpie, visit www.skykelpie.com
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Ben spent over 20 years working with successful business owners and farming families which allowed him to unearth the timeless principles on how to successfully grow, protect and maintain wealth.
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Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is general in nature and for education purposes only. It is not financial advice. It is not legal advice. No one should act on the information without appropriate specific advice for your particular circumstances. Ben Law is a former financial advisor but is no longer licensed and cannot and will not give you specific or personal advice in this podcast. The Financial Bloke Group Pty Ltd accepts no responsibility for any loss or damage occasioned by any person acting or refraining from action as a result of reliance on the information in this podcast.
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