Emerging Leaders For Farm Teams

Practical Leadership Training For Your Whole Team

Empower yourself and your team—no matter the size—to achieve higher productivity, deeper engagement, and true work-life balance in less than 2 hours per month

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Leading A Team Is Challenging And Rewarding

As a business leader, you may resonate with one of more of the following

Tired of juggling endless tasks while your team isn’t hitting its full potential?
Struggling to find and keep reliable, skilled team members?
Feeling pressure to do “all the things,” leaving little time for family or personal well-being?
Unsure how to move from being the doer (“technician”) to a confident leader or manager?
Worried your farm won’t reach its full potential—or be a legacy you’re proud to pass on?
Finding it difficult to navigate family dynamics—where personal relationships and farm management can collide, creating tension and conflict?
Unclear how to have the conversations you KNOW you need to have in your team.

You’re not alone. Many farm owners and managers face these same hurdles, often leading to burnout and stalled growth. BUT it doesn't have to be that way.

Why Leadership Training Matters

Farmers often excel at the technical side of agriculture but receive little training in leadership and team management. The Emerging Leaders Program changes that — giving you and your people the practical skills to grow into a high-performing team, with less stress, headaches and people issues.

Improve Profitability

Well-led teams waste less time, make better decisions, and drive stronger results in every area—from productivity to problem-solving.

Achieve Balance & Freedom

Whether you’re bringing in family members or nurturing up-and-coming talent, you’ll set a foundation that secures your farm’s future for generations. Shift from day-to-day firefighting to strategic oversight.

Attract & Retain Top Talent

Create a workplace culture where people are enthusiastic, loyal, and genuinely invested in your farm’s success. As we like to say; "better you train them and they go, then you don't and they stay."

“We used to be focused on growing our business. Now we are focused on growing our team to grow our business.”

– Cheryl Freak – Booderoo Partners

Introducing The Emerging Leaders Program!

Developed over years of experience in the veterinary industry, the Lincoln Institute has now partnered with Farm Owners Academy to adapt their proven leadership program for the farming community.

After 18 months of careful collaboration, we’re bringing you a 24-month, comprehensive leadership and management curriculum, delivered entirely online — so you and your team can join from your farm without the hassle of travel.

Click here to access the full curriculum overview.

Whether you’re a small family-run operation or a large-scale enterprise, the Emerging Leaders Program meets you where you’re at—no lofty jargon or irrelevant theory. It’s down-to-earth, actionable training that helps both new and seasoned leaders tackle real-world challenges head-on.

If you’ve ever said, “I just can’t find good people,” or felt stuck doing everything yourself, Emerging Leaders is your chance to break the cycle. By investing in your leadership and your team’s development, you’re setting the stage for greater success, less stress, and more balance in your business and life.

Tailored to Agriculture

Built around the unique challenges and goals of farm business owners and managers.

Whole Team Focus

Enrol up to 25 people in your farm business, ensuring everyone grows together.

24 Modules

Each month unlocks a new topic — conflict resolution, strategic thinking, having difficult conversations, being more resilient, managing stress during busy periods and more. Short, engaging lessons get straight to the point.

Flexible & Convenient

Practical & Applied

Each monthly module includes hands-on exercises and group discussions, so you can implement changes immediately. Use guided debriefs to improve self-awareness and collaboration.

Proven Frameworks & Common Language

Access best-in-class leadership tools that help your entire team speak the same language about growth, accountability, and responsibility.

Pathway from Technician to Manager to Leader

Stop being the only one who can “get things done” and develop a pipeline of future farm managers and leaders.

Led by Industry Experts

Gain insights from the Lincoln Institute, specialists who’ve helped countless businesses—including farms—build strong leadership and team cultures. Have the option to access additional resources as needed.

“85% of your financial success is due to your personality—your ability to communicate, negotiate, and lead. Only 15% is due to your technical knowledge.”

Carnegie Institute of Technology

Are You Ready to get Started?

We’ve worked with the Lincoln Institute to secure exclusive, reduced pricing for our Platinum Mastermind and Alumni members.

Normally $500/mth + GST, Today Just $350/mth + GST

Enrol & Subscribe: Click “Enrol Today,” fill in your details, and a member of the FOA team will be in contact with you to set up your monthly subscription and enrol your team!
Join Monthly Virtual Sessions: Gather your entire team in a comfortable spot on the farm (or virtually), log in, and engage with high-impact training led by top facilitators.
Implement & Transform: Use the practical strategies, communication tools, and leadership insights to create a happier, more aligned team—and watch your business grow.

By investing in your leadership and your team, you’re taking an active step toward more freedom, stronger profitability, and a lasting legacy. We look forward to guiding you on this journey — starting now.

If you have any questions, reach out at [email protected]. We’re here to help you succeed.

Get Started Today!