Humans of Agriculture Carbon, Capital and Courage: Hugh Killen on the opportunity in Ag’s Next Chapter
“If we don’t get it right, the opportunity will be given to people post the farm gate. And it’ll happen to farmers again.”
Hugh Killen's CV is incredibly impressive, he's spent decades working across the globe in finance and markets, before returning home to work in aussie agriculture.
In this chat, we explore Hugh's time in finance, his time leading publicly listed iconic Australian Ag companies, and his mission today at the helm of Impact Ag Australia to help Aussie farmers seize the opportunity in natural capital and regenerative ag systems.
What we cover:
00:00 From Farming Roots to Finance
03:12 Navigating the Agricultural Landscape
05:57 The Value Chain of Agriculture
08:53 Resilience in Leadership
11:52 Building a Supportive Team
14:58 Impact Ag Australia: A New Venture
17:48 Defining Regenerative Agriculture
21:27 Understanding Soil Health in Regenerative Agriculture
25:04 The Risks and Rewards of Soil Carbon Projects
27:00 Navigating the Complexities of Carbon Markets
30:00 The Future of Agriculture: Transitioning to Regenerative Practices
39:00 The Role of Policy and Consumer Awareness in Agriculture
40:49 The Importance of Farmer Empowerment and Education
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