Silvan Australia Podcast

On this episode of the Podcast we visit the far north eastern Kimberley region of Western Australia. Known as the food bowl of far north WA the Ord region offers an abundance of growing opportunities coupled with magnificent tourism destinations and a welcoming community sense throughout the entire town of Kununurra. Here we speak with Silvan Australia Master Dealer Amanda McLean of Ord Agricultural Equipment. She gives us an insight to some of the key markets they service and talks us through her position as President of the Chamber of Commerce as well.

On Part 2 of this 2 Part Podcast National Account Manager Grant Fraser of Fiskars delves further into the Gerber range that Silvan Australia is now distributing across Australia and New Zealand.

The Fiskars and Gerber brands are well known across the planet. On Part 1 of this 2 Part Podcast we chat with National Account Manager Grant Fraser of Fiskars as he delves into the Gerber range that Silvan Australia is now distributing across Australia and New Zealand.

On this episode of the Podcast we discuss with National Sales Manager Michael Frost the launch of the 2021/22 Rural Lifestyle Guide and some of the new products that are set to be released with it. https://www.silvan.com.au/

On this Episode of the Silvan Australia Podcast we speak with National Sales Manager for Rural Merchandise Michael Frost. He explains some of the impact COVID-19 has had on Silvan Australia. He also discusses some of the new products to be released in the coming months.

On this episode of the Podcast we have in the studio Cam Sutherland of Turfcare WA. Cam’s experience in the turf industry goes back to when he was WACA curator, Ground Manager at Ascot and Belmont Park Race course and his current role at TurfcareWA. He was also heavily involved in the development of the turf used at Perth (Optus) Stadium. Cam explains the pressures in preparing for not only suitable wickets for Ashes and Test Series Cricket, but also event management and general operations of some of Australia's largest sporting facilities. Cam also gives an insight to some of the challenges he now faces in ground management across a wide range of sporting and recreational spaces.

On this episode of the Podcast we speak with Hester Brook Volunteer Fire Brigade Captain Craig White. Craig gives an insight to the volunteer fire fighter brigade, how to prepare for the fire season and also some ideas on different products that can be used on a rural lifestyle block to assist in preparation. A useful information source for this Podcast can be found here -- https://www.dfes.wa.gov.au/bushfire/

With Spring just around the corner Michael Frost (Silvan Rural Merchandise Manager) and Nick Dicembre talk about the new product range about to be released into the market place in the new Silvan Spring Catalogue. Youtube Video -->> https://youtu.be/iCII2pBkSJo

On this episode of the Podcast we discuss with Silvan Australia Product Manager Greg Everett the entire diesel transfer range. Used widely in Agriculture, Earthmoving, construction and mining the diesel transfer range allows users to transport and dispense diesel in a wide range of tank sizes that fit a number of different vehicles.

On this episode of the Podcast we discuss some of the expansive range of accessories available for your Silvan Sprayer. Whether it be boomless nozzle technology or shielded booms, Silvan has a wide range of products that are supplied in kit form to make the spraying job much easier.

On this 2nd Part episode, we complete the 12V & Motorised Spot Sprayer range covering the 300Lt and 400Lt units. We cover their features and some specific uses we have seen these used sprayers used in. You now have the ability to watch the Podcast which allows you to see the products we are referring to. Watch here -->> https://youtu.be/nHqsSxywZzE

On the episode of the Silvan Podcast we go in depth into our 12V Spot Sprayer range. We cover the hobby market and commercial market sprayers up to 200Lt and give you some detailed applications on where these units operate. This podcast is also available as a Vlog on Youtube - https://youtu.be/Muv2ZoBtWfU

On this episode of the Silvan Australia Podcast we speak with General Manager Rural Merchandise Michel Frost as he discusses the range of hand and trolley sprayers in the Silvan range. We go through the range and explain the ideal product to use in a number of different applications and markets.

On Episode 016 of the Podcast we catch up with Gavin Wheatcroft Spraying and Farm Machinery General Manager and discuss the new products to debut in this years Silvan Autumn Product Catalogue.

On this episode of the Podcast we speak with fellow Podcaster Craig White Market Development for Agronomy and Field Leader of Integrated Weed Management (Australia) of Bayer Crop Science. Craig and his team run the Bayer Crop Cast Podcast and we discuss the importance of issuing information via the Podcast medium and how both Silvan Australia and Bayer see benefits in keeping the Australian Farmer across new innovations. We also discuss the importance of correct spraying, some new products to the market and of course application of 2,4-D products. Some in Podcast links – Bayer Crop Cast - https://www.crop.bayer.com.au/news-and-insights/cropcast Agronomy from the cab - https://soundcloud.com/agronomyfromthecab Serenade® Opti - https://www.crop.bayer.com.au/news-and-insights/news/news-container/2020/03/05/04/20/serenade-opti-biological-fungicide-delivers-on-botrytis-disease-control-for-strawberries Aviator® Xpro® - https://www.crop.bayer.com.au/find-crop-solutions/by-product/fungicides/aviator-xpro-foliar-fungicide TTI60 Nozzle - https://soundcloud.com/silvanaustralia/episode-001-24-d-nozzle-selection Airshear and Airboom Sprayers - https://soundcloud.com/silvanaustralia/episode-002-silvan-linkage-airboom-pro-and-cannon-jet-sprayer

On this edition of the Podcast we speak with Carrot grower Phil Lamattina of Rocky Lamattina & Sons in Robinvale Victoria. Starting in the 1950’s in Keysborough Victoria, Rocky and his family have grown to become one of the largest carrot growers in Australia. Now operating out of multiple locations in Victoria and Queensland, Phil goes through crop rotations, challenges of modern farming and how he manages his busy lifestyle from running Top Fuel in Drag Racings Group 1 Category, to being the Robinvale Football Club President and managing seamless supply of carrots to Australian supermarkets and wholesalers. http://www.lamattinafarms.com.au/ https://www.facebook.com/lamattinatopfuelracing/

Located in Rochester Victoria, Proprietor John Coghill commenced Golf Link Motors 49 years ago. Starting out selling Leyland cars and Fiat Tractors he and his son Craig now have an agricultural equipment focus. John explains the impact the Rural Finance and Settlement Commission had in the 1960’s and how this shaped the surrounding region of Rochester in Victoria. He also discusses what changes he has seen occur in the region and gives us an insight into what it means in representing premium Agricultural brands.

The use of a spray gun is often overlooked or underestimated in terms of quality and ergonomics. On this episode of the Silvan Australia Podcast we chat with leading Italian Manufacturer of Spray guns Chierici Tito Srl Aldo Barilli. He gives us a run down on the history of Chierici Tito Srl (PA) and the different industries they now service. Aldo also gives us a run down in the types of applications he has seen their guns used in over the years, advises on good calibration tips and things to consider when you purchase of spray gun.

On this Episode of the Silvan Australia Podcast we discuss all things Evaporative Aircoolers with National Sales Manager Michael Frost. We discuss the varying applications these coolers have been used in and some of the different features. With a hot summer predicted for Australia this Podcast is definitely worth listeneing to.

On this Episode of the Silvan Australia Podcast we speak with Custard Apple Farmer Dan De Clara of Beerburrum on the Sunshine Coast in Qld. Dan is a second-generation farmer and tells of his father’s involvement in growing tobacco many years ago and how Dan has come back to farming Custard Apples. He also speaks of his some of his farming practices and how he balances a farm, a full-time job, family life and some of the challenges faced in the region of Beerburrum Qld.

This is the second part of the two part Podcast with Aldo Barilli of Comet Pumps in Italy.

In this two part episode of the Silvan Australia Podcast we chat with Aldo Barilli of Comet Pumps in Italy. Silvan Australia’s relationship with Comet goes back to the 1960’s and these days Comet distributes their product throughout the world. Aldo talks about the challenges of delivering products that suits a vast array of different applications and the ongoing need to bring to the market place innovative changes. He also discusses the marketing initiatives including the relationship with the LCR Honda Team in MotoGP and developments of Smart Phone Apps that can be used by the grower. Aldo also covers off on some of the new regulations in spraying that is regulated in Europe and how that has influenced some of their product development.

This is Part 2 of the two part Podcast episode with Angus Hogan of Swarmfarm Robotics. Their robots are empowering farmers to deploy new technology in their fields with customised solutions for challenges faced in their local farming systems. Their journey commenced in 2012 when they decided farming couldn’t continue with ever larger and more complicated machines. They had a clear vision to create better farming systems and unlock the promise of autonomous agriculture.

On this two part Podcast episode we chat with Angus Hogan of Swarmfarm Robotics. Their robots are empowering farmers to deploy new technology in their fields with customised solutions for challenges faced in their local farming systems. Their journey commenced in 2012 when they decided farming couldn’t continue with ever larger and more complicated machines. They had a clear vision to create better farming systems and unlock the promise of autonomous agriculture. Tune into this first part of a two part episode of the Silvan Australia Podcast with Swarmfarm Robotics.

On this episode we catch up with Proprietor Kent Roberts of Stans Manjimup Farm Machinery, Silvan servicing dealer for the region. Once on the airways of Radio throughout Western Australia including morning talkback on 882 6PR radio Kent now finds himself servicing the region for all farm machinery products. He gives us an insight into why he changed over from radio to farm machinery sales and some of his markets he now services.

On this episode of the Silvan Australia Podcast we chat with Shane Bendotti of Bendotti Avocados and Aus-Avo in Pemberton Western Australia. He goes through his operations and discusses his Grandfathers and fathers humble beginnings immigrating from Italy to Western Australia after the second world war. He also discusses their beginnings in potatoes and how they moved over to Avocados 20 years ago.

On this edition of the Silvan Australia Podcast we speak with Executive Director of the Tractor and Machinery Association Gary Northover. He gives us an insight to the function and direction of the TMA. He also elaborates on the industry, in particular tractor sales across the nation and gives us an update on the recent TMA Conference which had a focus on better understanding the customer of tomorrow.

On this episode we discuss with Silvan Australia Rural Merchandise Manager Michael Frost the importance of on Farm Security and some of the steps that can be made in mitigating the potential risk of stolen property on farm. We also discuss some of the other applications the on farm security products can have in no rural markets.

In this Episode of the Silvan Australia Podcast we sit down with Leo Schoonderbeek of Konigs Shepparton. Leo tells us of his humble beginnings in the Machinery industry and some of the challenges he faces in the Shepparton region. He also discusses the emerging technology coming into the industry and where he sees new farming practices heading. Leo's story is a great listen and we really appreciate his time of the Podcast. nefx3cv9

On this Episode of the Silvan Podcast we discuss with Silvan Spraying Machinery General Manager Gavin Wheatcroft the new Air Assist technology found on the latest 3 Point Linkage Airboom Pro. We also discuss the new Cannon Jet Sprayer that also complements the Air Assist range. Tune in to listen how these products can be applied to a number of different crops and markets, along with their innovations and new features that are part of this exciting range. xt28pcxz

Welcome to Episode 001 of the Silvan Australia Podcast. In our first Episode we discuss with Silvan Australia's Spraying Machinery Specialist David Carr the selection criteria on spraying nozzles for 2,4-D products as mandated by APVMA. xt28pcxz