Who Owns Aussie Farms? Farm land values, Wind Turbines, Beef Week the Quarterly with Tim McKinnon from LAWD

We are back and we are sitting down with LAWD Senior Director, Tim McKinnon to get the latest on Australia's rural real estate market.A few summarising points:Beef Australia is more than just Beef - international interest across all of Aussie Ag came to Rockhampton in the first week of May.The market dynamics between family farms and corporate/institutional investors vary by sector and region - who's buying and competing where?Government policies, such as live export bans, can create uncertainty for investor. We discuss the potential question marks that can arise from Government implemented change.Farmland values have experienced significant growth in the past decade, and while there may be a slowdown in the short term, long-term growth is expected.Renewable energy projects and agriculture can coexist, with wind farms providing additional income for landowners This episode of Humans of Agriculture is proudly brought to you by Rabobank, Australia's Most Recommended Agribusiness Bank for three consecutive years running.*Exciting news - Applications for the Rabobank Rural Community Hub Program are now open, Rabobank is awarding 10 grants of $10,000 to help improve rural community hubs and halls across regional Australia.These important community spaces play a vital role in bringing people together, strengthening connections, and supporting the wellbeing of regional communities.If your local hall or community hub could benefit from funding, now is the time to apply. Applications close on 30 August 2026.To learn more and apply, visit rabobank.com.au.*RFI Global Australian Banking & Finance Awards