“That’s the privilege of being in rural Australia—we’re part of something.” SCALING SUSTAINABLY Looking ahead, Hobbs is focused on refining their integrated structure to ensure efficiency and sustainability. “We’re moving towards a structure where vertical integration drives efficiencies in our business,” she says. “With increasing cost pressures—from insurance to bank finance to wages—streamlining operations has become more crucial than ever.” At the same time, Inglewood Farms is exploring growth in its product range and sales strategies. “We see a next wave of opportunities that can propel us into the next level,” Hobbs shares. However, she’s quick to acknowledge that expansion requires significant energy and focus. “It takes a lot of work to build and improve product lines, but it’s worth it.” As a family-owned business, Inglewood Farms has the agility to respond quickly, but it also faces the weight of external pressures without the buffer of a corporate safety net.That balancing act is something 67 BUSINESS VIEW OCEANIA VOLUME 07, ISSUE 04 INGLEWOOD FARMS
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