In this episode of Propagate, we visit Brad Cavanagh from Hardhat Angus, situated in Harden, NSW. Originally from a non-farming family in Dubbo, Brad became interested in cattle as a high school student thanks to the Angus Youth program.
His interest continued to grow into a full blown passion for Angus cattle, even taking him to the USA to learn more about cattle farming techniques and the all important genetics from large corporations like the Sinclair Cattle Company.
These days he divides his hours between working full time at the extended family farm Oxton Park, and growing the Hardhat Angus business through challenging conditions.
It’s a role that has seen Brad grow as a ‘salesman’, but rather than focus on the wheeling and dealing, he’s more interested in being honest and upfront with customers and solving the little problems before they become big problems.
He’s come a long way from the kid from town who showed some cattle at high school, but that’s what happens when you’re obsessed.
Propagate is proudly brought to you by the good folks at the New South Wales Department of Primary Industries Young Farmer Business Program.
The Young Farmer Business Program is creating opportunities for young farmers and fishers to enter into or expand their existing businesses by helping them improve their business skills.
The Young Farmer Business Program has been funded by the NSW Government through the Department of Primary Industries to deliver a multifaceted approach to help young farmers and fishers. Our program is providing access to new business ideas, tools, products and services relevant to young farmers and fishers.
For more information on the Young Farmer Business Program please visit https://www.youngfarmer.nsw.gov.au/
For more information on the Angus Youth program please visit https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/angusyouth/