Sale of goods
Turnover from the sale of livestock, crops and wool is recognised when significant risks and rewards of ownership of the goods have transferred to the buyer, the amount of turnover can be measured reliably, it is probable that the economic benefits associated with the transaction will flow to the company and the costs incurred or to be incurred in respect of the transaction can be measured reliably. This is usually on dispatch of the goods.
Compensation
Income from compensation is recognised when received. The value received is based on either statutory loss of land from growing crops or temporary land take and disturbance.
Government grants
Government grants are recognised at the fair value of the asset received or receivable when there is reasonable assurance that the company will comply with conditions attaching to them and the grants will be received using the accrual model.
Also included as government grants is the entitlement value of the Basic Payment Scheme which has been capitalised as an intangible asset.
Rent received
Rental income is recognised using the accrual model.