Why Transition?
There are many reasons why you may consider transitioning your farm, whether it's into a different form of farming without stock or an entirely different career or business.
Your decision is personal and not taken lightly. Farm Transitions Australia supports individual farmers as you explore options and seize new opportunities.
Farmer livelihoods and wellbeing
Operating a dairy or beef farm is a stressful undertaking. Relentless financial pressures, changing consumer demand, a highly competitive market and the nature of the job with its long hours and low hourly rate make farming a tough gig.
Dairy farmers in particular face isolating challenges – tight profit margins, staff shortages, narrow processing contracts and regulations, climate change pressures, and low consumer demand. Farming is chronically stressful, with two-thirds of farmers reporting mental health struggles...
If you're an Australian dairy or beef farmer, experiencing hardship and looking to transition or exit from the industry, you may be eligible for free support from Farm Transitions Australia.
To find out more, or to take the first step transitioning your farm, please get in touch.
