Bralca

13/07/2026

Every pin tells a story📍

When you look at this map, it’s easy to see locations. What we see are the people behind them.

Each pin represents a project, a partnership, a conversation, a challenge solved, a demonstration, a workshop, a mapping job, or time spent working alongside producers, businesses, schools and communities.

From the Kimberley to Victoria, and from remote stations to regional towns, 2026 has already taken Ben and the Bralca team to some incredible places.

We’re grateful for every organisation that has trusted us to be part of their journey, whether that’s through drone operations, mapping, technology adoption, project delivery, consulting or helping solve real-world challenges. Regional Australia continues to inspire us every day.

Thank you to everyone who has welcomed us through their gates, into their communities and onto their projects this year.

Here’s to many more pins on the map in the coming months.

02/07/2026

There are 400 jobs in agriculture, and for every graduate, six roles are waiting to be filled. This is Brooke Watts message to young people considering a career in agriculture.

Brooke didn’t think a career in ag was for her when she was leaving school but a business degree, a stint in underground mining, and a stint in the family agribusiness training company later, she's now running workplace readiness workshops to high school students across New South Wales, consults with small rural businesses on strategy and systems, and speaks at events about what it actually takes to build a career in regional Australia.

Learn more about Brooke’s story on the latest episode of the "Telling Our Story" podcast: tune in https://buff.ly/31IV9xh or search Telling Our Story wherever you listen to podcasts.
🎙️ Angie Asimus
🌾 Bralca

02/07/2026

01/07/2026

Join us for a full-day, face-to-face Farm Business Planning workshop where you'll work through the practical tools and strategies that can help make your operation more profitable, productive and sustainable.

These workshops are designed for farmers who want to take a structured look at their business and build a plan that works on-farm.

Dates and locations:

Tuesday 21 July - Paterson - Tocal College - RTO 91166

Thursday 13 August - Dubbo - Western Plains Cultural Centre

8:30am – 4:00pm

Morning tea and lunch provided.

Places are limited to 15 participants, so get in early to secure your spot.

Register for Paterson - https://events.humanitix.com/growing-success-farm-business-planning-essentials-paterson

Register for Dubbo - https://events.humanitix.com/growing-success-farm-business-planning-essentials-dubbo

NSW Farm Business Resilience Program is jointly funded by the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund and the NSW Government.

26/06/2026

Ready to take your farm business to the next level?

Join Ben Watts for the Growing Success: Farm Business Planning Essentials workshop in Dubbo.

This practical, hands-on workshop is designed to help farmers step away from the day-to-day and focus on the bigger picture. You’ll work through practical planning tools to better understand your farm business finances, identify opportunities for growth, and begin building a farm business plan you can put into action.

Whether you’re looking to grow your business, improve profitability, or simply gain more confidence in your decision-making, this workshop will provide practical skills you can use straight away.

📍 Dubbo
📅 Thursday 13 August 2026

Places are limited, so be sure to secure your spot early 👇🏻

This face-to-face workshop will step you through practical planning tools to help you better understand your finances, set clear goals, and build a plan.

25/06/2026

🚁 DRONES IN AGRICULTURE & FARM MAPPING AND DATA COLLECTION TRAINING 🚁

Drones in Agriculture - DATES & LOCATIONS
📍 Inverell – 18 August 2026
📍 Wee Waa – 19 August 2026
📍 Walgett – 20 August 2026
📍 Parkes - 27 August 2026
📍 Tenterfield - 29 September 2026

Farm Mapping and Data Collectio - DATES & LOCATIONS
📍 Parkes - 28 August 2026
📍 Tenterfield - 29 September 2026

Tocal College and Bralca are excited to deliver a hands-on training program showcasing how drone technology is transforming modern agriculture.
Designed for farmers, agribusiness professionals, agricultural students, and technology enthusiasts, this practical training will provide valuable insights into the latest drone applications being used across the agricultural sector.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
✔ Introduction to Agricultural Drone Technology
✔ Crop Monitoring and Field Analysis Applications
✔ Precision Agriculture Techniques
✔ Drone Safety, Regulations and Best Practices
✔ Live Drone Demonstrations
✔ Practical Field-Based Training Sessions
✔ How Drone Technology Can Improve Productivity, Reduce Costs and Support Sustainable Farming

MORE INFORMATION
📌 More information on Drones in Agriculture at https://www.tocal.nsw.edu.au/courses/short-courses/production/drones-in-ag
Fee-for-service option available for ineligible applicants – $1375 per person.
📌 More information on Farm Mapping and Data Collection at https://www.tocal.nsw.edu.au/courses/short-courses/production/farm-mapping-and-data
Fee-for-service option available for ineligible applicants – $1165 per person.

REGISTER YOUR INTEREST TODAY
AgSkilled funding is available for eligible participants.*
Apply now: https://nswtrade.wufoo.com/forms/q1hxdw6z0bh42jf/

ELIGIBILITY
✨ *The eligibility criteria is:
AgSkilled 3.0 provides NSW government-subsidised training for the agricultural sector, targeting plant-growing (Cotton, Grain, Rice, Production Horticulture & Viticulture) and livestock industries. Eligible participants must be aged 15+, no longer at school, live or work in NSW, and be Australian/NZ citizens or permanent residents. It covers primary producers, employees, and upskilling into the Agriculture Industry.

📞 For enquiries and registrations, contact Sharon on 6951 2695 or email [email protected]

24/06/2026

It was a pleasure for our Operations Manager, Brooke Watts, to join Angie Asimus on the Australian Farmers: Telling Our Story podcast.

In the episode, Brooke reflects on growing up on our family farm in Central West NSW, the journey that led her back to agriculture, and her passion for creating opportunities for young people and strengthening regional communities.

The conversation also explores the incredible innovation happening across Australian agriculture and why the next generation is leading the way in shaping the future of our industry.

A big thank you to Angie Asimus and the team for the opportunity to share Brooke’s story and highlight the importance of investing in regional Australia.

🎧 Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/58H1yLxGuvfbyOjOt4ktry?si=xHSV2xWaRbaN5G3etmWGKQ

24/06/2026

16/06/2026

Brooke jumped on the emPower podcast for an episode. If you’re interested in the impact of renewable energy on regional communities, it’s well worth a listen.

The emPOWER Series is designed for people who are engaging in regional Australia and are dedicated to supporting the energy transition. The series provides practical skills and insights to inspire action, better understanding of stakeholders and improved outcomes.

You can listen here 🎧
https://www.engagedoutcomes.com.au/empower-podcast

16/06/2026