Ep 21 | Unlocking Agri-Finance Secrets: Journey into Farming Success with Earle Van der Watt

In Episode 21 of the Lucentlands Podcast, join hosts Dewald Kirsten and Louise Brodie as they dive into the world of agricultural finance and agribusiness with the renowned agri-finance expert, Earle Van der Watt. With over 17 years of experience, including a background at KPMG and extensive work with fruit export and farming companies, Earle brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. Discover how Earle's journey led him to become the Chief Executive Officer of EVDW, a boutique accounting, tax, and strategy advisory firm specializing in farming businesses. Gain insights into Earle's expertise in financial modeling for various agricultural projects, helping farmers secure debt funding, grant funding, and refinance transactions. Explore his deep understanding of the Southern African agri-finance and agribusiness landscape. Delve into the importance of proactive financial management in agribusiness, with Earle's focus on providing in-depth monthly management accounts, budgets, and forecasting. Learn how he acts as a trusted CFO, offering guidance tailored to the specific financial needs of his clients. Discover how EVDW's accounting services, facilitated through cloud-based platforms like Xero, bridge the gap for remote farmers in need of professional accounting expertise. Join Dewald and Louise as they engage in a captivating conversation with Earle Van der Watt, unraveling the intricacies of agricultural finance and gaining valuable insights into the world of agribusiness. Find Earle HERE: Website: http://evdw.co.za/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/earle-van-der-watt-56a11624/ Find Lucentlands HERE: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lucentlandsmedia Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lucentlands Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucentlandsmedia/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lucentlands Website: http://lucentlands.co.za/