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Avoid the smashed egg: Improve on-farm communication

May 27, 2026 · 13 min

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GRDC’s Farm Business Updates play a big role in updating growers about farm management systems, including self-development. Dr Jane Foster teaches emotional resilience and has been a presenter at this year’s events. In this podcast Dr Foster discusses the importance of proactive communication skills on-farm to avoid conflict and keep everyone safe.

Contact:

Dr Jane Foster

Emotional Resilience Training

[email protected]

0425 718 632

More Information:

Mental health resources

https://grdc.com.au/resources-and-publications/resources/mental-health

https://groundcover.grdc.com.au/farm-business/business-management/a-full-wellbeing-silo-key-to-mental-health

https://groundcover.grdc.com.au/innovation/industry-insights/boundaries-key-to-preserving-mental-health,-expert-says

https://grdc.com.au/news-and-media/audio/podcast/2025/skills-for-agronomists-to-handle-tough-conversations

https://grdc.com.au/news-and-media/audio/podcast/2024/finding-your-feet-as-an-agronomist

https://grdc.com.au/news-and-media/audio/podcast/2023/talking-mental-health-in-a-tough-year

The Farm business update in February:

https://groundcover.grdc.com.au/grdc/events/focus-on-farm-business-a-priority-this-february

Upcoming Farm Business updates and GRDC events:

https://grdc.com.au/events/list

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