MacLachlan Farming Empire Splits After 135 Years

The MacLachlan family is Australia's third-largest landowner and one of its oldest farming dynasties.

The family has announced a historic split of their livestock stations, Jumbuck Pastoral.

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The split is part of a long-term succession plan, with brothers Jock and Callum MacLachlan departing the family business.

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Jock will take control of two stations, while Callum will manage another two.

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The remaining properties will be retained by the family.

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The split is the most significant transformation of the MacLachlan farming empire in 135 years.

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The MacLachlan family's farming empire spans over 5.2 million hectares, making it one of the largest in Australia.

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The MacLachlan family has been involved in the Australian agricultural industry for over 170 years.

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