In Episode 9 of the Ages of Farming podcast, host David Langfield speaks with John Bruce, a farmer from New South Wales, who shares insights into his diverse farming operations, winter and summer cropping, irrigation and sheep eneterprises.
John discusses his early experiences in agriculture, his transition from welding to farming, and the importance of balancing community involvement with personal life. He also shares his preparations for the Finke Desert Race and his motivations for starting a YouTube channel to connect with a broader audience about Australian farming. In this conversation, John Bruce shares insights from his diverse farming operation. He emphasizes the need for new farmers to understand the business side of farming and the significance of work-life balance, offering valuableadvice based on his experiences.
Video version of the podcast will be available to view onJohn’s YouTube Page – Farmer JB Australia.
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Audio production was refined with the help of Riverside.
Recorded on 2nd February 2026.