Bralca

11/11/2025

Are you prepared for the next big dry?

Following community consultation last year on the Castlereagh Country Drought Plans, the Gilgandra and Warrumbungle Shire Councils are pleased to announce the launch of an innovative free event aimed at building resilience, empowering communities and showcasing opportunities.

The Castlereagh Country Drought Resilience and Innovation Showcase on Thursday November 20 will unite experts, local stakeholders, and agricultural innovators to showcase practical tools, emerging technologies, and diversification opportunities to
help empower residents in times of dry.

We know the timing isn’t ideal with everyone busy at harvest, that’s why we’ll be filming the event and creating a podcast, launching in early 2026, ensuring everyone has access to the valuable information and insights shared by the experts.

🗓️ Thursday November 20
⏰ 9am - 12pm
📍 Baradine Memorial Hall, Narran Street, Baradine

03/11/2025

Neville Mattick says feral pigs are eating the lambs on his farm in the NSW Central West, with fewer than one in 100 surviving this season.

29/10/2025

Last week, Brooke Watts presented on behalf of Business with Brooke at the NSW Farmers’ Cultivating Tomorrow event, held during the Australian National Field Days.

The evening was full of energy, ideas, and great conversations about the future of farming in our state.

Led by Rachel Nicoll, the panel brought together an inspiring mix of voices:
👉 Iain MacLennan – St Albans Farm
👉 Stuart Gavin – Gavin Shearing
👉 Darren Connick – AWN Orange
👉 Mark Westcott – Rural Succession Solutions
👉 Brooke Watts - Business with Brooke

It’s always a pleasure to support NSW Farmers, who continue to create valuable opportunities for connection, collaboration, and forward thinking across regional NSW.

Discussions throughout the evening were full of optimism and honesty, exploring both the challenges and the exciting opportunities ahead for young farmers across the state.

A huge thank you to NSW Farmers for hosting such a positive and future-focused event.

25/10/2025

24/10/2025

Yesterday, Ben took to the stage at the NSW Vertebrate Pest Management Symposium 2025, presenting “Real-Time Eyes in the Sky: Deploying Defence-Grade, Purpose-Built Drone Platforms for Advanced Pest Animal Surveillance Across Australia.”

Ben shared how Bralca is adapting defence-grade drone technologies to tackle one of Australia’s biggest challenges, pest animal management. His session explored how purpose-built drone platforms are transforming surveillance by delivering real-time data, improving detection accuracy, and enabling faster response times across vast and remote landscapes.

It was a fantastic opportunity to showcase how innovation and practical application can come together to strengthen biosecurity and land management outcomes nationwide.

A huge thanks to the VPM Symposium team for hosting such an insightful event and bringing together experts and innovators working to protect Australia’s environment and agricultural industries.

20/10/2025

Why ag can no longer tell its own story.

16/10/2025

🌾 Let's Talk untraditional farming.

In Season 9, Episode 7, I sit down with Brooke Watts, who shares how she found her place in the family business after time away working in underground mining.

We talk about:
✨ Setting boundaries in family and work life (and why it matters)
✨ Proving your value and carving out your own space
✨ Building resilience, stubbornness, and confidence in ag

Whether you’re stepping into a family business, starting fresh on the land, or just trying to juggle all the hats, Brooke’s story is full of lessons you can carry into your own week.

🎧 Listen now — link in bio

15/10/2025

08/10/2025

🌱 Young Farmers – This One’s for You! 🌾

Join us at the NSW Farmers Shed (Site K21) during the Australian National Field Days for an inspiring evening of ideas, innovation, and connection.

🗓 Thursday 23 October
🕠 4.30pm – 7pm
📍 NSW Farmers ANFD Shed – K21
🎟️ Tickets Required – Only 50 Available!

Cultivating Tomorrow – The Future of Farming is your chance to hear from a dynamic panel of young farmers and ag professionals, explore succession planning, and dive into the latest agtech trends.

👩‍🌾 Panelists include:
Brooke Watts, Iain McLellan, Stuart Gavin, Darren Connick & Mark Westcott
🎤 Facilitated by Rachel Nichol
📢 Presentations by Clare Belfield & Mark Westcott
🍴 Canapés & refreshments on arrival – proudly sponsored by NSW Farmers Orange Branch.

🔗 https://tinyurl.com/mr4ap3bf
🎫 Tickets selling fast – secure yours today!

For more info, contact:
📞 Tanya Hayes – Regional Services Manager
📱 0407 533 218
📧 [email protected]
Let’s shape the future of farming together! 🌾💡

08/10/2025

Brooke has a new blog post available! AgXchange Conference 2025, Reflections & Insights 💻

This new blog post explores highlights including:
✨ Bridging sustainability & profit
✨ Innovation & digital infrastructure
✨ Resilience in the face of risk
✨ The supply chain & global pressures
✨ People, place & community
✨ Empowering the next generation

🔗 https://www.businesswithbrooke.com/post/agxchange-conference-2025

01/10/2025

🌱 Young Farmer Event at ANFD: Cultivating Tomorrow

🗓 Thurs 23 Oct | 🕓 4:30–7pm | 📍 NSW Farmers Shed – Site K21

🎟️ Limited to 50 spots — Register now: https://shorturl.at/bb4G1

Join us at ANFD for a big afternoon of networking, insights, and fresh ideas from young farmers and ag professionals.

🧠 Panel facilitated by Rachel Nichol, with:

Brooke Watts – Business With Brooke
Iain McLelland – St Albans Farm
Stuart Gavin – Gavin Shearing
Darren Connick – Stock & Station Agent
Mark Westcott – Rural Succession Solutions

🎤 Short presentations also given by:

Clare Belfield (NSW DPIRD) – Planning for Agtech in Grazing & Mixed Farming
Mark Westcott – Starting the Farm Succession Conversation

🍴 Canapés & drinks provided by NSW Farmers Orange Branch.

📞 For further information please contact:
Tanya Hayes – Regional Services Manager
📱 0407 533 218 | 📧 [email protected]