AgWatchers

On this podcast, we have a chat with Brad Perry, the CEO of Grain Producers South Australia. We chat with Brad just after he has toured South Australia with the Federal Minister for Agriculture, Julie Collins. We discuss this visit, along with topics such as the drought, available support, the reclassification of farming land, and a range of other issues. 

Our fortnightly market update, supported by SproutAg.  In this podcast, we update on the tariff roundabout, record-high lamb prices, and the lack of a drought premium.   We also talk about our new grain trading simulator, which can be found here You can visit the SproutAg website by clicking here

In this podcast, we have Brad Hogg, a former professional cricketer originally hailing from Narrogin in WA and Rachael Oxborrrow an executive officer from Grain Producers Austalia.  Brad has been on the podcast in the past, chatting about his advocacy and discussing mental health in rural areas. On this podcast, he is here with Rachael to launch their new podcast series, the 'Mates Mental Health Toolbox'. This series will delve into the really important conversations that we need to be having with our mates and neighbours.  We talk about a wide range of topics, around mental health in the bush. Visit the GPA website to get access to the podcast: https://www.grainproducers.com.au  

On today's podcast, we chat with Dale Grey. Dale works with Agriculture Victoria and is our go-to when it comes to understanding weather and climate in an engaging and entertaining manner.  This podcast focuses on what is causing Victoria and South Australia to be so dry. We recommend you get onto his newsletters and YouTube channel, The Fast Break and The Very Fast Break (click here).   Remember to support this podcast by leaving a review, and sharing with your friends and family. 

In this podcast, we have Troy Constance, the CEO of Sprout Ag, a finance brokerage firm. Troy is a fountain of knowledge on how financing and refinancing. So we picked his brains on financing, succession planning, interest rates and the planned unrealised capital gains and how it could impact farms.  Andrew also talks about his experience of picking up hitchhikers on the weekend.

We have renamed our fortnightly market update to make it sound cooler than it is. It is now AgWatchersX (Extra). This fortnightly update will update you on what is happening in the ag markets, focusing on Australia.  This week, we will discuss urea, wheat, cattle, sheep, and the Chinese/USA negotiations.  AgWatchers thank our supporter SproutAg, for helping make this podcast happen. Visit their website at Sproutag.com.au

In this podcast, we have Natalie Collard from Farmers for Climate Action. In this podcast, we have a chat about the election results, their priorities for the government, electric hilux, batteries on farm, favourite movies, the upcoming FCA conference and a whole lot more. 

In this sobering episode, we invited back a previous guest, episode 106, John Blackburn AO. John, a former air vice-marshal and Deputy Chief of the RAAF.  These are turbulent times, and we have a chat about our defence, fuel supply chain and national food security. 

In conjunction with AuctionsPlus, AgWatchers provides a fortnightly update on the drivers of the main agricultural markets in Australia. This podcast is a quick way to find out about the big market moves in agriculture, from an independent point of view. AgWatchers are the only independent agricultural market analysts covering the Australian market.  To make this podcast possible, our friends at AuctionsPlus are powering this segment of the Agwatchers podcast.  Remember to support the sponsor of this segment by subscribing by clicking here: AuctionsPlus

We have a chat with Kate Burke, who has been running her consultancy Think Agri for ten years. In this podcast, we talk about a range of topics including the current drought conditions in parts of the country. 

We invited Andrew Weidemann AM and Colin Bettles of Grain Producers Australia onto the podcast to talk about what their election priorities. They tell us what they would like to see the government do to assist Australian grain farmers.  In addition we also talked about autonomous machinery and what GPA were doing in this space.  GPA are running a webinar next week on how to navigate a minority government. You can register by clicking here

In conjunction with AuctionsPlus, AgWatchers provides a fortnightly update on the drivers of the main agricultural markets in Australia. This podcast is a quick way to find out about the big market moves in agriculture, from an independent point of view. AgWatchers are the only independent agricultural market analysts covering the Australian market.  To make this podcast possible, our friends at AuctionsPlus are powering this segment of the Agwatchers podcast.  Remember to support the sponsor of this segment by subscribing by clicking here: AuctionsPlus

On this podcast we have the agricultural minister Julie Collins onto the podcast to discuss a wide range of topics. Will ALP vote for live export reversal if the coalition wins, food security in Australia, how does Julie rate Littleproud, US beef into Australia and a whole lot more? We are apolitical as a podcast, and a few weeks ago, we had the shadow ag minister David Littleproud on the AgWatchers podcast. You can listen to that podcast here The podcast is shorter than normal at 25minutes, and the sound quality isn't perfect, but it was our first in person recording. This podcast was recorded at the AMIC conference on the Gold Coast.

In conjunction with AuctionsPlus, AgWatchers provides a fortnightly update on the drivers of the main agricultural markets in Australia. For this podcast we had Paul Holm, General Manager of Networks from AuctionsPlus on the podcast.  We talk about a huge range of market issues from the recent rains to the Trump tariffs.  This podcast is a quick way to find out about the big market moves in agriculture, from an independent point of view. AgWatchers are the only independent agricultural market analysts covering the Australian market.  To make this podcast possible, our friends at AuctionsPlus are powering this segment of the Agwatchers podcast.  Remember to support the sponsor of this segment by subscribing by clicking here: AuctionsPlus

It's important to remember not to have all your eggs in one basket unless you are an egg farmer; if you have eggs, hold onto them because they are worth a fortune.  We invited friends of the podcast David Smyth and Tim Banfield of Euroz Hartleys onto the podcast to talk about something important: investing your money, thinking about retirement, and succession planning.  You can visit their website at eurozhartleys.com  ______________________________________ They are financial advisors, so we add the following disclaimer.  Euroz Hartleys Limited (‘Euroz Hartleys') is the holder of an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) 230052 and guest David Smyth is a representative of this AFSL. Euroz Hartleys (and David Smyth's) participation in the AgWatchers Podcast is general information only. Nothing shall be construed as a solicitation to buy or sell a security, or to engage in or refrain from engaging in any transaction. The general advice warning applies in any case that all investors, before making any investment decisions, they should consult their qualified, licensed investment or financial adviser in order to ascertain whether the investment decision (if any) is appropriate, having regard to their investment objectives, financial situation and particular needs. Euroz Hartleys believes that the information discussed is correct at the time of compilation, however we make no representation or warranty that it is accurate, complete, reliable or up to date, nor do we accept any obligation to correct or update the opinions in it. The opinions expressed are subject to change without notice. No member of Euroz Hartleys accepts any liability whatsoever for any direct, indirect, consequential or other loss arising from any use of this material. We cannot guarantee that the integrity of this communication has been maintained, is free from errors, virus interception or interference.

In conjunction with AuctionsPlus, AgWatchers provides a fortnightly update on the drivers of the main agricultural markets in Australia. In this podcast we cover, mutton pricing, Chinese cattle issues, very tight corn and wheat stocks and the ratio of grain and grassfed cattle.  This podcast is a quick way to find out about the big market moves in agriculture, from an independent point of view. AgWatchers are the only independent agricultural market analysts covering the Australian market.  To make this podcast possible, our friends at AuctionsPlus are powering this segment of the Agwatchers podcast.  Remember to support the sponsor of this segment by subscribing by clicking here: AuctionsPlus

We invite Stephen Bignell, Manager of Market Information and NLRS at MLA, to the podcast. We chat about everything from cattle/sheep numbers to the live export forecasts. 

We invite podcast regular Dr Ryan Hoiberg back onto the podcast for another chat. We discuss a whole range of tangents. 

Canola prices have crashed in Canada and Australia.  We've been getting a bunch of questions from producers and those in the industry about the effect of the Trump and Chinese tariffs on Canada and the impact that it will have on the canola trade. So a quick podcast was the quickest way to answer these. 

In conjunction with AuctionsPlus, AgWatchers provides a fortnightly update on the drivers of the main agricultural markets in Australia. In this podcast we cover off on local markets, then discuss the newest in a long line of Trump tariffs - but this time ones which could directly impact Australian agriculture.  This podcast is a quick way to find out about the big market moves in agriculture, from an independent point of view. AgWatchers are the only independent agricultural market analysts covering the Australian market.  To make this podcast possible, our friends at AuctionsPlus are powering this segment of the Agwatchers podcast.  Remember to support the sponsor of this segment by subscribing by clicking here: AuctionsPlus

We have the Hon. David Littleproud MP on the podcast to give us a quick update on his views. We chatted about the live sheep phaseout (and its advertisements), the biosecurity tax, his views on the opposition, and a lot more.    Matt and Andrew then had a quick chat after David had to leave, including announcing our new competitive adventure. 

In conjunction with AuctionsPlus, AgWatchers provides a fortnightly update on the drivers of the main agricultural markets in Australia.  This podcast is a quick way to find out about the big market moves in agriculture, from an independent point of view. AgWatchers are the only independent agricultural market analysts covering the Australian market.  To make this podcast possible, our friends at AuctionsPlus are powering this segment of the Agwatchers podcast.  Remember to support the sponsor of this segment by subscribing by clicking here: AuctionsPlus

It's been a year since 'Just a Farmer' was released; it has been well received and has an 8.1 score on IMDB, coincidentally the exact same rating as Trainspotting. We got Leila and Sean McDougall on to talk about everything from award ceremonies to the role that we will play in the next film.  Just a Farmer is now available on Apple TV. If you want to support a great movie highlighting rural Australia's issues, click the link below to rent it. https://tv.apple.com/au/movie/just-a-farmer/umc.cmc.24scmtu8fqwx1r894hpd5e2th  

We have a chat with international man of mystery Martin Murray, about his recent trips to Rome and Berlin representing young Australian farmers, and him meeting some peasants. We also go onto a huge tangent about Matt's new purchase - a Taipan X rifle. Is Matt becoming a doomsday prepper?

In conjunction with AuctionsPlus, AgWatchers provides a fortnightly update on the drivers of the main agricultural markets in Australia. This week we cover a huge range of topics covering cattle, sheep, wheat, oilseeds and the impact of middle eastern peace on freight markets.  This podcast is a quick way to find out about the big market moves in agriculture, from an independent point of view. AgWatchers are the only independent agricultural market analysts covering the Australian market.  To make this podcast possible, our friends at AuctionsPlus are powering this segment of the Agwatchers podcast.  Remember to support the sponsor of this segment by subscribing by clicking here: AuctionsPlus

In this podcast, we chat with Will Barton, CEO of Gundagai Meat Processors. Will is one of us, a data nerd. In this podcast we have a chat about the lamb and sheep meat industry, and how technology and data are adding back. 

The last time we had Colin on the podcast, a few days later, he ended up in a coma in San Francisco. Thankfully, he is back at the helm of Grain Producers Australia.  In this podcast, we talk about our favourite agricultural movies, politics, paraquat and a whole lot more.  On the podcast Colin mentions their election survey, where they are looking to find out from members what their priorities are. You can find that survey by clicking here

In conjunction with AuctionsPlus, AgWatchers provides a fortnightly update on the drivers of the main agricultural markets in Australia. This week we cover a huge range of topics covering cattle, sheep, wheat, oilseeds and the impact of middle eastern peace on freight markets.  This podcast is a quick way to find out about the big market moves in agriculture, from an independent point of view. To make this podcast possible, our friends at AuctionsPlus are powering this segment of the Agwatchers podcast.  Remember to support the sponsor of this segment by subscribing by clicking here: AuctionsPlus

The AgWatchers Podcast welcomed the previous VFF president (Emma Germano) onto the podcast many times, and we wish her all the best as she moves on from the VFF president's role. In this podcast, newly elected president Brett Hoskings comes on to chat about what is in store.  We chat about the future of the VFF, transmission lines/renewables, engaging with young farmers, and collaborations with the NFF/peak bodies. 

In conjunction with AuctionsPlus, AgWatchers provides a fortnightly update on the drivers of the main agricultural markets in Australia. This week we cover a huge range of topics covering cattle, sheep, wheat and urea.  This podcast is a quick way to find out about the big market moves in agriculture, from an independent point of view. To make this podcast possible, our friends at AuctionsPlus are powering this segment of the Agwatchers podcast.  Remember to support the sponsor of this segment by subscribing by clicking here: AuctionsPlus

In this podcast, we have a chat with Sam Munsie from the Australian Meat Industry Council. In this conversation, we chat about the importance of free trade for the meat industry and a whole lot more.

We are coming up to another orbit of the sun, and we thought we would do a quick round-up of some of the things that have happened in agriculture and what to look out for in 2025.  On the podcast, I promised I would drop a recipe: https://greatcurryrecipes.net/2021/01/24/haggis-pakora-recipe/  

In conjunction with AuctionsPlus, AgWatchers provides a fortnightly update on the drivers of the main agricultural markets in Australia. This week we cover a huge range of topics: Speculators betting on a falling wheat market Russian wheat crop in a sorry state Downgraded Australian crop Record mutton exports End of moratorium assisting reducing WA discount. Increase in younger cattle price Stable export markets, but China down in demand.  This podcast is a quick way to find out about the big market moves in agriculture, from an independent point of view. To make this podcast possible, our friends at AuctionsPlus are powering this segment of the Agwatchers podcast.  Remember to support the sponsor of this segment by subscribing by clicking here: AuctionsPlus

In this Zeitgeist, we have a chat about three major news stories breaking in agriculture. The feed additive Bovaer, and the conspiracy theories around it, the Woolworths protest and the impact on supply chains - and the signs that China wants to keep Australia close.  We also launch our first competition. 

The usually reserved British farmers are protesting against the government. What's it all about though? We invited David Eudall, from AHDB in the UK onto the podcast to have a chat about what is causing the farmers to protest against the government.  The last straw seems to have been the inheritance tax, but there is more than that. 

In conjunction with AuctionsPlus, AgWatchers provides a fortnightly update on the drivers of the main agricultural markets in Australia. This week we cover a huge range of topics: Barley into China Increased concerns about Ukraine The growing Australian crop Rainfall affecting the cattle market The delayed spring flush How to restock sheep without WA This podcast is a quick way to find out about the big market moves in agriculture, from an independent point of view. To make this podcast possible, our friends at AuctionsPlus are powering this segment of the Agwatchers podcast.  Remember to support the sponsor of this segment by subscribing by clicking here: AuctionsPlus

In this podcast we have a chat with Shanna Whan, the founder of Sober in the Country. At AgWatchers, we are partial to a little tipple, but her charity is not anti-grog, it is about helping those who have a problem.  Shanna set up SITC to help people who have alcohol dependency problems in rural areas. In this chat, we go on a range of topics about alcohol dependency, from our favourite tipples to the difference between Scottish and Australian drinking culture. 

In conjunction with AuctionsPlus, AgWatchers provides a fortnightly update on the drivers of the main agricultural markets in Australia. This week, we are having a Trump victory special. We will cover off on tariffs, global economy, and RFK. This podcast is a quick way to find out about the big market moves in agriculture, from an independent point of view. To make this podcast possible, our friends at AuctionsPlus are powering this segment of the Agwatchers podcast.  Remember to support the sponsor of this segment by subscribing by clicking here: AuctionsPlus

In this podcast recorded in early October, we have a chat with fellow EP3 contributor Chris Lawlor. We talk about a range of topics from the differences between ag in NZ and OZ, foreign investment in ag land, where the cheap land is and a whole lot more.

In conjunction with AuctionsPlus, AgWatchers provides a fortnightly update on the drivers of the main agricultural markets in Australia. This week, we focus on cattle, sheep, and wheat. This podcast is a quick way to find out about the big market moves in agriculture, from an independent point of view. To make this podcast possible, our friends at AuctionsPlus are powering this segment of the Agwatchers podcast.  Remember to support the sponsor of this segment by subscribing by clicking here: AuctionsPlus

We have a chat with Rachel Smith the Executive Director at Australian Livestock and Rural Transporters Association. Trucking in Australia has many challenges. We chat about electric trucks, live exports, automated trucks, getting staff and a whole lot more.

We will all experience grief at some point during our lives, and its something we can all deal with better. We recently met Michelle Moriarty at an event and she had a very interesting story, which we thought was worthwhile sharing. She won the 2023 WA Agrifutures Rural Women's Award for her organisation, Griefconnect. 

In conjunction with AuctionsPlus, AgWatchers provides a fortnightly update on the drivers of the main agricultural markets in Australia. This week, we focus on cattle, sheep, and wheat. This podcast is a quick way to find out about the big market moves in agriculture, from an independent point of view. To make this podcast possible, our friends at AuctionsPlus are powering this segment of the Agwatchers podcast.  Remember to support the sponsor of this segment by subscribing by clicking here: AuctionsPlus

As a pair, we go through the news daily and discuss what is happening. We thought, why not record it? So regularly, we will each choose a news topic to have a yarn about and give our views on, and we will select one together. On this podcast, we chat about dockworker strikes in the US, Chinese stimulus and the APVMA banning another ag chemical. 

In conjunction with AuctionsPlus, AgWatchers provides a fortnightly update on the drivers of the main agricultural markets in Australia. This week, we focus on cattle, sheep, and wheat. This podcast is a quick way to find out about the big market moves in agriculture, from an independent point of view. To make this podcast possible, our friends at AuctionsPlus are powering this segment of the Agwatchers podcast.  Remember to support the sponsor of this segment by subscribing by clicking here: AuctionsPlus

In this podcast we have David Jochinke aka DJ, the current president of the National Farmers Federation. DJ has been the president for a year now, so we thought it was time for a review.  We chat about SFO's pulling funding, the peak bodies, the Canberra rally and a whole lot more. 

As a pair, we go through the news daily and discuss what is happening. We thought, why not record it? So regularly, we will each choose a news topic to have a yarn about and give our views on, and we will select one together. On this podcast, we chat about an article from the past about controversial 'rainmaker' David Miles, the survey that says that over a third of veg growers want to quit, and the investigation into the supermarkets and uncompetitive behaviour. 

In conjunction with AuctionsPlus, AgWatchers are providing a fortnightly update on the drivers of the main agricultural markets in Australia. This week, we focus on cattle, sheep and wheat.  Grain pricing impacted by black sea conflict, and frost in Australia. Sheep yardings have increased in line with seasonal expectations. Cattle market trending sideways with strong US demand. To make this podcast possible, our friends at AuctionsPlus are powering this segment of the Agwatchers podcast.  Remember to support the sponsor of this segment by subscribing by clicking here: AuctionsPlus    

We have Adam Clarke on to have a chat about the grain market. We cover off on grain quality, Chinese trade, local trade, ISCC and sustainability and a whole lot more. 

Zeitgeist : the general intellectual, moral, and cultural climate of an era On the Agwatchers podcast, we are never fearful of failure and trying new things. As a pair, we go through the news each day and discuss what is happening. We thought, why not record it? So regularly, we will each choose a news topic to have a yarn about and give our views on, and we will select one together. In this podcast we chat about the dairy industry, ag chemical issues and the national ag rally. 

We have a chat with Christian Norgard. Andrew used to work with him, and he still agreed to come on the podcast for a chitchat. Christian works for Pure Grain. Pure grain are an interesting business which farms, researches and deals heavily in the malt industry.  This wide-ranging discussion includes traceability, zero-alcohol beer, barley breeding and global markets.  They are also running field day next week, where you can probably get yourself a few barley based drinks - register here