Jeanette Long is a passionate advocate for transformative facilitation within agriculture and natural resource management. Co-founding Ag Consulting Co with her husband Bill, she combines her expertise to support the farming community across South Australia and beyond.
Jeanette’s prowess in facilitating workshops on leadership, strategic planning, communication, and more is aimed at fostering growth and enabling positive change. A farmer herself, Jeanette deeply understands the challenges and opportunities inherent in family farming enterprises. This insight is pivotal to her work in facilitating strategic planning sessions for farm families, with a focus on ensuring generational continuity and resilience.
Her facilitation approach is enriched by integrating the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, providing personalised insights into team dynamics and communication styles. Jeanette’s contribution extends to professional development for those working alongside farmers, boosting their capabilities in leadership, communication, and effective facilitation.
Her involvement in PIRSA’s Stepping into Leadership program and her role as Master Facilitator for Northern Beef Business underscore her commitment to raising industry standards and building a supportive community of agricultural professionals.
Jeanette’s leadership roles are extensive, including serving as the SA Chair of the AgriFutures Rural Women’s Alumni and participating on various influential boards and councils. In 2023, she was honoured with the APEN Open or Experienced Extensionist Award, recognising her significant contributions to agricultural extension. This, along with accolades like the SA Rural Women’s Award and a Centenary Medal, highlights her impactful work in rural business management and education.
At the heart of Jeanette’s philosophy is a dedication to facilitating learning and development that enriches professional skills while fostering personal growth and enhancing community well-being. Her methods transcend traditional knowledge transfer, aiming instead to create an inclusive, collaborative environment where each participant feels empowered.
Through her innovative workshops, Jeanette Long continues to inspire, challenge, and support the agricultural community—securing the legacy of family farming in Australia for future generations.
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