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Agricultural consulting & agribusiness accounting services for Australian farmers
At RSM, our trusted agricultural consultants and agribusiness accounting experts provide professional consulting services to support farming businesses and agricultural operations throughout Australia
Australia's reputation as a global leader in agriculture stems from its strong track record in attracting international agribusiness investment, diverse climate zones, world-class biosecurity systems, and robust organisational frameworks that support sustainable agricultural businesses.
Our agricultural consultants and agribusiness accountants understand the complexities of the industry and deliver strategic fi nancial guidance, feasibility assessments, and due diligence services to help clients succeed in an evolving market.
From addressing operational challenges to conducting comprehensive business assessments, our team provides trusted expertise throughout every stage of your agricultural enterprise.
- Carbon farming and emissions reducing strategies with environmental due diligence
- Wide-ranging farm accounting solutions and financial assessments
- Succession planning and organisational strategy development
Whether you operate a family farm or manage a large agricultural business, our trusted consultants offer practical solutions in finance, investment, and strategic consulting to improve operational efficiency, profitability, and long-term success throughout your agricultural enterprise.
Why Australian agriculture businesses choose RSM
“I like the way that it’s almost like we are the only customer, and they go above and beyond to deliver great customer service. It’s just really nice and reassuring to know, that no matter what problem has been thrown at us, we are getting a lot of input from RSM on topics that we would just not be able to get across."
Keith Smith, Harvestaire CEO.
Agribusiness Advisory – FAQ
Agribusinesses may access a range of ATO concessions and temporary relief measures, particularly for small and medium enterprises impacted by input cost pressures, fuel volatility, and seasonal cashflow constraints. However, recent policy changes often lack detailed implementation guidance, making proactive tax planning essential to ensure eligibility is correctly applied and compliance risks are managed.
Fuel is a significant operating cost in agribusiness, and changes to fuel tax credits or temporary government fuel relief measures can materially impact profitability and BAS reporting obligations. While temporary reductions and credit adjustments may provide short-term relief, businesses must ensure claims are correctly calculated to avoid compliance issues.
Fuel supply disruptions highlight the importance of demand-side management, contingency planning, and operational prioritisation. Agribusinesses that actively monitor fuel usage and implement efficiency strategies are better positioned to maintain productivity during periods of supply constraint or price volatility.
The classification of land development proceeds—whether capital or income—can significantly impact tax outcomes for agribusinesses undertaking diversification or property development. Recent court decisions reinforce the importance of proper structuring and intent documentation to ensure correct tax treatment.
Agribusinesses face ongoing pressure from fuel costs, inflation, and supply chain instability. Effective cashflow forecasting, scenario planning, and tax structuring are critical to maintaining resilience. Businesses that integrate financial and operational planning are better placed to absorb shocks and sustain profitability.
Succession planning is essential for protecting family wealth, ensuring business continuity, and managing tax outcomes across generations. Rising land values and increasing structural complexity mean that delays in planning can significantly increase risk and reduce flexibility for future generations.
Increasing land values are making intergenerational transfer more complex, particularly where asset value growth outpaces business cashflow. This can create funding pressure during succession events unless structured planning and tax strategies are implemented early.
Effective structuring helps separate operational risk, optimise tax outcomes, and support succession planning objectives. This includes reviewing ownership models, trust structures, and intergenerational transfer strategies to ensure long-term flexibility and protection.
Agribusinesses can access government grants, R&D incentives, and private capital depending on their innovation strategy and operational maturity. However, funding success depends on aligning proposals with policy objectives, demonstrating measurable impact, and ensuring strong governance and execution capability.
Innovation is becoming central to competitiveness in Australian agriculture, particularly in areas such as agtech, automation, sustainability, and productivity improvement. Businesses investing in innovation are better positioned to manage climate risk and improve long-term profitability.
Sustainability is now a core strategic driver across agribusiness, influencing funding access, operational practices, and market positioning. Carbon farming, emissions reduction, and environmental reporting are increasingly embedded into business planning and long-term value creation.
Discover how to optimise your farm's profitability
Discover how to optimise your farm's profitability
Connect with our trusted agricultural consultants for feasibility assessments and consulting services
Connect with our trusted agricultural consultants for feasibility assessments and consulting services
Ross Paterson
Ross Paterson is a Partner of the Business Advisory and the National Leader for Agricultural Consulting & Agribusiness.
As a trusted agricultural consultant, Ross provides professional advice to small and medium sized agricultural businesses on a range of issues including taxation, cashflow management, asset protection, and organisational strategy. His expertise encompasses feasibility assessments, due diligence services, and strategic consulting throughout all aspects of agricultural operations.
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