Damian Venn - Elders Real Estate

23/06/2026

🌧️ Another strong week of rainfall across southern Australia has producers smiling, but what does it mean for cattle and lamb prices?

🐄 Beef markets could face increased supply pressure if Queensland producers start selling in larger numbers.

🐑 Lamb producers should keep a close eye on spring markets as new season lambs arrive earlier and heavier than recent years.

The outlook remains positive, but market dynamics are changing.

What are conditions like on your place? Let us know below 👇

22/06/2026

🌱 What Is Your Farm Worth Today?

Many South East farming families haven't had their property professionally valued in years.

The surprising reality?

Land values have changed significantly over the past decade, and many farmers are sitting on assets worth substantially more than they realise.

With discussions around Capital Gains Tax changes continuing, understanding the current value of your farming operation has never been more important.

Not because you're selling.

Not because you're retiring.

But because good decisions require good information.

Whether you're considering:
✅ Succession planning
✅ Expanding the business
✅ Reviewing your ownership structure
✅ Estate planning
✅ Future retirement options

Knowing the value of your greatest asset is a critical first step.

📍 If you own rural land in the South East of South Australia and would like a confidential, no-obligation market appraisal, I'd be happy to help.

💬 Comment "VALUE" or send me a message.

19/06/2026

17/06/2026

🌱 NEW LISTING | LOT 91 UPHILLS ROAD, KONGORONG

A unique agricultural opportunity in the heart of the Limestone Coast.

✔ Fertile black volcanic soils
✔ Reliable 711mm average annual rainfall
✔ Extensive infrastructure
✔ Intensive Animal Keeping licence
✔ Multiple potential uses

Perfect for livestock operations, calf rearing, feed storage, fertiliser storage or future agricultural development.

📍 Just 18.5km west of Mount Gambier.

For more information or to arrange an inspection, contact Damian Venn.

16/06/2026

🌧️ Rain continues to drive confidence across much of Australia's agricultural sector.

This week's key takeaways:

✅ More widespread rain forecast
✅ Cattle markets up 3-4%
✅ Trade lambs exceed $12/kg dressed weight
✅ Australian dollar sitting around 70.6 US cents

Watch this week's market update and let me know what conditions are looking like in your area.

📍 Mount Gambier & South East SA

29/05/2026

🚨 FARMERS SOUND THE ALARM ON CGT CHANGES 🚨

Australia’s peak farming bodies are raising serious concerns about proposed Capital Gains Tax (CGT) reforms and what they could mean for family farms.

The concern isn't just about tax.

It's about succession planning, keeping farms in family hands, and protecting businesses that have often been built over generations. 🌾🚜

Many farming organisations argue that current small business CGT concession thresholds are outdated and no longer reflect the reality of modern farming, where land values have increased significantly while farm income remains highly seasonal and unpredictable.

Many farming families are "land rich but cash poor" — meaning a farm may appear valuable on paper but doesn't necessarily generate the cash flow needed to absorb large tax liabilities.

Key concerns being raised include:

📉 Increased tax burdens on intergenerational farm transfers

🏡 Delayed succession planning for farming families

💰 Greater debt pressures during ownership transitions

🚜 Potential forced sales of productive farmland to meet tax obligations

The debate around housing, negative gearing and CGT is often focused on city property investors.

But regional Australia is warning that unintended consequences could impact farming families who are simply trying to pass a business on to the next generation.

Regardless of where you sit politically, one thing is clear:

The conversation around tax reform is becoming one of the biggest issues facing Australian agriculture in 2026.

What's your view?

Should family farms receive stronger protections under any CGT reforms?

👇 Let me know your thoughts in the comments.

28/05/2026

📈 Rising construction costs are changing how buyers assess rural assets.

At Lot 91 Uphills Road, Kongorong, the value isn’t just in the land.

It’s in the infrastructure already established:
✔️ Extensive shedding
✔️ Holding paddocks & pens
✔️ Cattle handling facilities
✔️ Operational layout
✔️ Secure water setup

For the right operator, replacing this today could cost a substantial amount — not including time, approvals and labour.

That’s why versatile infrastructure properties continue attracting attention across the South East.

📍 63.54ha – Kongorong
📞 Contact us for an inspection or IM.
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27/05/2026

Welcome rainfall across parts of NSW has delivered renewed optimism for many producers heading into winter.
In this edition, we take a closer look at the strength of Australia’s cattle industry, showcase our Queensland rural network and highlight one of the country’s most significant pastoral offerings — the Jumbuck Pastoral aggregation.

From local expertise to large-scale investment opportunities, Australia’s rural sector continues to demonstrate resilience, innovation and long-term confidence.
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26/05/2026

🌧 Rain returns.
🐄 Cattle markets strengthen.
🐑 Lamb exports showing resilience.

This week’s market update saw:
✅ Strong rainfall through NSW & QLD
✅ Cattle values lift 2–10%
✅ Lamb prices strengthen again
✅ Grain markets ease on improved planting outlook

The big question now:
Will tighter livestock supply continue pushing markets higher into winter?

If you want weekly rural market insights focused on what actually matters to producers in the South East — follow along. 🚜

25/05/2026

🚜 63.54ha of high-performing Limestone Coast country with infrastructure already in place.

But this property isn’t just about cattle.

✔️ Feed & commodity storage
✔️ Calf rearing operation
✔️ Intensive livestock systems
✔️ Fertiliser or machinery base
✔️ Secure water infrastructure
✔️ Multiple access points with roads on 3 sides

Located at Kongorong in South Australia’s premium farming district, this is the type of holding that gives buyers OPTIONS — and options create value.

📍 Lot 91 Uphills Road, Kongorong
📞 Contact us for the Information Memorandum or an inspection.
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