S4 Ep 22 - Stepping Up

https://www.prettypodchttps://www.prettypodcasts.com/  asts.com/  Joining stock camps in north-west Queensland is about as tough as it gets, let alone holding your own there as a teenager. It kick-started a career in agriculture that has since spanned the country. For now, a pause, managing Elverton Pastoral in Blessington, Tasmania. And they say farmers wear many hats, so a mechanics apprenticeship, dog handling skills, courses in low stress stock handling and grazing management have all prepared young talent William Lyon for his current role. To learn more, William Lyon joins me now.     His favourite place on the farm in Tasmania is driving around with his dogs and working the land.  A typical day for William involves managing priority jobs, overseeing shearing and a lot of forward planning.  With both parents having agricultural experience, he grew up in a diverse farming environment.  William has pursued extensive professional development, taking on varied roles to learn as much as possible.  This year he was welcomed into the National Agricultural Leadership Program run by the NFF, which included several days in Canberra focusing on leadership, self-profiling, personal development and a tour of Government House.  William's dedication to growth and contribution to the industry helped him stand out for the program.  He has received multiple scholarships and continues to expand his knowledge, always eager to explore every avenue in agriculture.  For anyone considering a career in the industry, William credits podcasts and mentors as key to his success and development.  What he loves most about working on the land is working livestock with his dogs, even in the cold.  The most unexpected thing to happen to William while working in this role.   A common misconception about farming is that it's like what's shown on TV, with many underestimating the hours it takes. William's ultimate dream for the future.    We hope to see you back on the road soon, to learn more about how Australia grows on the next episode of Australian Farmers with Angie Asimus.      Links:   Angie Asimus    Connect with @angieasimus on Instagram  Partnered with Australian Farmers     Follow @australianfarmers on Instagram     Follow William on Instagram @AnAussieStockman     Produced by Pretty Podcasts