In this episode, we sit down with Rennie Brink, a commercial grain, wine, and livestock farmer from the Western Cape, who runs Groot Phesantekraal with his father and brother. 

Known for its diverse operations, Groot Phesantekraal combines grain farming, livestock, and game farming with a growing agritourism strategy. 

Rennie shares his journey of managing such a wide-ranging farm, offering insight into balancing operations, financial management, and diversifying income streams. 

He also discusses the importance of agritourism in building community engagement and brand awareness, and offers advice for new farmers looking to secure financing and mitigate financial risks.