Podcasts about australian agriculture

When Sherri Symons looked at five years' worth of crossbred wool gathering dust in the shed, she didn't just see a problem, she saw an opportunity.Today, she's the founder of Aussie Wool Pellets and WoolGrow, creating environmentally friendly, biodegradable gardening products from 100% Australian wool. Her products: ✅ Provide slow-release nitrogen ✅ Hold three times their weight in water ✅ Feed soil microorganisms ✅ Deter slugs and snails naturally ✅ Break down into the soil to boost carbon and soil healthHead Shepherd is brought to you by neXtgen Agri International Limited. We help livestock farmers get the most out of the genetics they farm with. Get in touch with us if you would like to hear more about how we can help you do what you do best: info@nextgenagri.com.Thanks to our sponsors at MSD Animal Health and Allflex, and Heiniger Australia and New Zealand. Please consider them when making product choices, as they are instrumental in enabling us to bring you this podcast each week.Check out Heiniger's product range HERECheck out the MSD range HERECheck out Allflex products HERE

Join Anna Drake and Pia Piggott as they discuss how Australia's mandatory climate-related financial disclosure regime could impact agriculture.    Disclaimer: This publication is for information purposes only and is general in nature. The information is this publication is not legal advice, financial advice or accounting advice. The information and opinions contained or made in this publication have been compiled or arrived at from sources available at the time of publication that we believe to be reliable and current. Whilst we have attempted to reflect the matters within this publication accurately and comprehensively, we make no representation or warranty, either expressed or implied, as to the accuracy, reliability or completeness of any information or opinions contained within the publication. As such, the contents of this publication should not be relied upon as a basis for any decisions. You should make your own inquiries and obtain independent legal, accounting and/or financial advice regarding the contents of this publication. We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage arising out of any error or omission in the publication or arising out of any reliance or use of this publication or its contents or otherwise arising in connection therewith. This publication may not be reproduced or distributed in whole or in part, except with the prior written consent of © Rabobank Australia Limited ABN 50 001 621 129 AFSL 234700 and Coöperatieve Rabobank U.A. (Australia Branch) ABN 70003917655 AFSL 238446.

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This week Rob Hermann is joined by Michael Whitehead, Head of Food, Beverage and Agribusiness Insights at ANZ to discuss the latest ANZ report on the exciting opportunities for Australian Agriculture in India. The report can be found at the following link: https://www.anz.com.au/content/dam/anzcomau/documents/pdf/india-thenextfrontier.pdf  

I have heard it said that “doing a traditional thing in a traditional industry may no longer be relevant.”   I have also heard it said that the point of entrepreneurship is to “create a legacy”…. that is to create something that makes an impact of significance in the market, that will last beyond your life-time.   Certainly there are great examples of individuals and teams out there daring enough to be highly entrepreneurial, deeply strategic and very innovative in finding ways to ‘get it done'.   For mine, Liam Leneghan and his GO.Farm Story presents an outstanding example of this, in modern day Australian Agriculture.   Just over 10 years ago, GO.Farm Australia was simply an idea in the mind of a very credible and progressive Australian Agriculturalist.   Today, GO.FARM's vision for transforming Australian agriculture has driven the development and management of $1.2B worth of agricultural assets, including 96,000ha of farmland producing high-value crops such as almonds, mandarins, tomatoes, winegrapes, grains, pulses and oilseeds.   With a strong focus on innovation through a Responsible Agriculture lens, GO.FARM's investment strategies deliver a positive impact for its environments and local communities, while generating significant wealth for its investors.   From an idea, combined with a deep determination to transform Australian farmland… GO.Farm is now a growing team of over 250 people, committed to this vision.   It is a truly compelling story, that I feel we can all learn from. Through this I am reminded of the benefits of being unconventional; that leadership starts with making informed and risk-aware predictions about the future; that business ownership is about being courageous and dertermined; of the power of having conviction; of learning from mistakes and ‘going again'; of the value in making unreasonable request of people with influence; of the importance of a commitment to our own learning and growth; and the importance of surrounding yourself in high-calibre people on this journey we all play in business.   Some individuals are simply truly pioneering and daring to make an impact.   Liam, I commend you on your courage, deep conviction and your modern-day pioneering. I hope our conversation pays some tribute to your impressive career, and the successes of GO.Farm and your team.   Congratulations mate.   Hutch & the FOA Team

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. 

Gina Dang: Transforming Australian Agriculture with Innovation and Passion Gina Dang is more than just a successful businesswoman. She is a visionary who sees the potential of transforming the Australian agricultural sector with innovation and excellence. She is a leader who inspires and empowers her team with her passion and expertise. She is a philanthropist who cares about making a positive difference in the world. She is the founder and CEO of the new brand Gina's Table and General Manager of SSS Strawberries, a family farm, and is a family-driven, food-loving, future-oriented entrepreneur. Gina Dang's passion for food has significantly influenced her career path by driving her to innovate within her family business, SSS Strawberries, and to establish Gina's Table. Her love for food led her to launch Gina's Table, a brand that offers frozen and freeze-dried fruit products produced in Australia's largest state-of-the-art facility. This initiative reflects her commitment to promoting healthy eating and reducing food waste by transforming unmarketable fruits into high-value products. Gina's entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to food sustainability have positioned her as a leader in the industry, creating new opportunities for her family business and contributing to the broader agricultural sector in Australia. Connect with Gina Dang online: Website | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn

The first Australian Special Representative for Australian Agriculture was a panelist on trade this morning at the Red Meat Sector Conference, where her message was that we need to collaborate as ANZACS to take on the world. But are the Aussies cutting our lunch when it comes to red meat?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will Jones, owner of Outback Poly Products, shares his journey from a farming background to starting his own business. He discusses the challenges of starting a business from scratch and the importance of cash flow positive businesses to support the farming dream. Will also talks about the impact of weather on his business and the benefits of using ag tech, such as Optiweigh, to manage his farm remotely. He emphasises the importance of regular meetings and seeking advice from mentors in the industry. Will's advice for aspiring farmers is to be prepared for hard work and sacrifice, but to believe that it is possible to create your own farming dream.If you liked this episode, make sure you're subscribed to not miss and episode and leave us a 5 Star review Find them on Insta: Outback Poly Products Follow Farms Advice Join the Farmers Only Facebook Group Instagram Twitter TikTok For more like this visit farmsadvice.com.au Follow Jack on Instagram @cressy__ and Twitter @jcressw3 Support the podcast by sponsoring an episode so that we can pass on the #FarmsAdvice Listen to Farm Yarns Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nuffield International's vision is to inspire people to make a difference in the world of agriculture.   It is fair to say this great organisation is truly achieving it's global vision- directly as a result of the many great leaders of Nuffield, like Jim Geltch, who have committed much of their careers to making this happen.   It was a privilege for me to speak this week with a fellow scholar and good friend of my father's, Jim Geltch about the Nuffield farming scholarship program and the significant impact this unique and very special organisation has had on our industry, both locally and globally. For more information on how to apply for a Nuffield Scholarship, click here   Jim started farming in 1971 in the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area at Whitton growing rice, row cropping and ultimately into tomato production. This led him to later taking up a leadership position managing the Australian operations for New Zealand's tomato processing company, Cedenco.   As a long-serving guardian of the Nuffield farming scholarship program, Jim served as CEO Nuffield Australia 2005-2016, Nuffield International CEO 2008-2020, having completed a Nuffield Scholarship tour himself in 1986.   Over that time Nuffield expanded to be a truly international foundation and a greatly expanded global community of scholars.   Jim has since been awarded an Australian Order for Services to Agriculture, and the Rabobank Leadership Award recognising the fundamentally important role he had played developing upcoming leadership in the Australian and New Zealand food, fibre & agribusiness sector.   It is my hope, through this interview, that we advocate for the Nuffield farming scholarship program and that we honour the immense contribution that Jim has had made to this organisation and it's community of industry leaders.   Thank you Jim for a career advocating for the next generation of leaders in our industry, and for your immense contribution to Nuffield and to Australian Agriculture.   Sincerely,   Jeremy

It's a foggy May morning in Beaufort, 150kms west of Melbourne. We grab a coffee and head towards the first of the latest properties that the team at Go.FARM was acquired only a few months earlier, getting a better understanding of the Agronomist who spent his childhood not too far down the highway. As we tour the property, we quickly pull over, Liam jumps out and 'throws off the city boots' and begins picking up a few stray pieces of timber and baling twine. Evidence that the little things matter in the big picture. Liam started his career as an Agronomist and has since made a considerable impact. He shares the opportunity to be in the room and learn from the great Jim Collins and the miles he'd travel early in his career to pursue both a personal life and a professional life.When it was evident that the opportunity to be part of the family farm wasn't there, Liam pursued his interests and sought to become a farmer slightly differently. It's fair to say he's creating his own luck. "the origin of GoFarm is under-utilised and under-capitalised assets scattered across the landscape, ultimately to no one's benefit. And if we can find the best of those and turn them around, we can generate great investment returns, but we can also generate a lot of good."The role of agriculture in transforming Australian society and economyThe impact of institutional investment on the agriculture sectorThe importance of responsible agriculture and its impact on communities and the economyThe significance of courage and urgency in business and career decisionsThe culture of high-performing teams and their role in driving agricultural innovation and growthChapters00:00 Introduction to Hanna Go Farm and the Agriculture Industry19:37 The Impact of Institutional Investment on Agriculture28:11 Responsible Agriculture and Sustainable Communities37:22 The Role of Courage and Urgency in Business42:04 The Future of Agriculture: Trends and Opportunities

Su McCluskey's farm is a metaphor for her life. Raising beef cattle for more than 30 years close to Canberra, it's now her job to bring the politicians and policy makers in the nation's capital closer to farming, as the first Special Representative for Australian Agriculture. As she promotes agriculture to heads of state, Adam Fennessy is at the head of the federal Agriculture Department, hoping to guide the industry through the challenges, and opportunities, ahead.  

In the latest episode of the Wealth & Wisdom Podcast, we're digging into the turbulent world of the beef market with Matt Dalgleish, a seasoned agricultural market analyst who knows his way around livestock, grain, and wool data. Coming off a brutal year for beef producers in 2023 - with skyrocketing interest rates, soaring inflation, and plunging beef prices - the industry is on edge, and everyone wants to know what's next.Matt breaks down what caused the perfect storm that hit beef producers hard. Was it a classic market crash, or just a blip in the larger economic cycle? He also gives us his thoughts on whether the worst of the volatility is behind us or if we should brace for more market turbulence. With inflation and interest rates looming over every aspect of the economy, Matt pulls out his crystal ball to share what he sees on the horizon. Is the worst over, or is the beef industry in for another wild ride? If you're involved in agriculture or just curious about the state of the market, you won't want to miss this conversation. Tune in to get Matt's take on these pressing questions and more, as we unpack what went wrong, where we're at now, and what's in store for beef producers. If you enjoy the episode, help us reach more families on the land by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. It not only boosts the show's reach but also brings a smile to our faces. So, buckle up and listen in for a deep dive into the beef market with a self-confessed "market nerd" who's got the expertise to guide us through the ups and downs.PS - Did you know.... we recently rated in the Top 5 of Australian Agriculture podcasts on FeedSpot?!

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Rain, hail, or shine, all growers and producers recognise the impact of the climate on their operation. To enable long-term planning, Australian farmers must understand the changes we've already seen in the environment and what to expect in the coming years. In this episode, we explore how a changing climate could impact Australian farmers, the changes that have already occurred, and projections for the future. We also unpack some actions a farming operation could take in response to a changing climate.   Resources and links: The Climate Report 2024   Connect: Rural Bank website Rural Bank on Facebook Rural Bank on Twitter Rural Bank on LinkedIn Rural Bank on YouTube   Any opinions, estimates, and projections in this podcast are for informational purposes only and do not take into account your personal circumstances This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Sustainable aviation fuels could boost demand for Australian agricultural products like sugar, grains, and oilseeds. And, if the rules are set optimally, they might also pay price premiums for low-emission farm production.

Weeds are a very expensive problem. According to one 2016 study, if weeds were left to grow unchecked in agricultural fields across just the US and Canada, the cost in lost productivity would total over $43 billion. And challenges are mounting. Though the last century has been ruled by crop protection chemistries that have kept weeds at bay– crafty wild plants have quickly adapted and the existing tools are under pressure from regulators and consumers. As farmers try to turn elsewhere, agtech is stepping into the void, expanding the weed-fighting toolkit with everything from water and heat, to lasers and robots. To understand this challenge better, and to learn more about one of the emerging tools in the market, Tenacious' Matthew Pryor joins Liam Hescock, Founder and CEO of Azaneo, an electric weeding company (and recent add to the Tenacious portfolio), and Guy Coleman, weed researcher extraordinaire. For more information and resources, visit our website. The information in this post is not investment advice or a recommendation to invest. It is general information only and does not take into account your investment objectives, financial situation or needs. Before making an investment decision you should read the information memorandum and seek financial advice from a professional financial adviser. Whilst we believe Information is correct, no warranty of accuracy, reliability or completeness.

When it comes to things synonymous with visiting a farm, a tour is right up there. Sam Coulton takes great pride in it, so much so, that within his business he has established a dedicated crew to lead farm tours to support the education and understanding on their cotton farm near Goondiwindi. The Coulton family have incredible ties in farming. From humble beginnings, including mixed grain and livestock farming, to today as accomplished cotton producers where the farm even has a clothing and fashion business Goondiwindi Cotton attached to it. In our chat, Sam shares his story, opening up about the financial pressures that drove their farming business to the decision to grow their first cotton crop in 1977, a move that proved to be both risky and transformative.Most recently, Sam has been involved in a project with Cotton CRDC where he is diverting cotton clothing that would otherwise be landfill and spreading it on grower paddocks to break down in the soil, providing environmental benefit. We hope you enjoy our time with a true Legend of Australian Agriculture. This is Sam Coultons story.In this episode we talk about:Farming Australian Cotton, Fashion, Global Perspectives, Innovation, Family Farming, Irrigated cropping, Sustainability and Environment. 

Fiona Best is the CEO of Birchip Cropping Group. Birchip Cropping Group, or BCG, is a Victorian not-for-profit agricultural research group run by and for farmers and is dedicated to increasing prosperity for all farmers through scientific research and innovative strategies. In this episode, Fiona shares how her growing up on a farm influenced her career choices, how her journey to the boardroom included a long detour into the classroom educating the next generation of farmers, and the many lessons she's learnt from a lifetime in ag. She'll also reveal her hopes for the future of Australian agriculture and how the grain industry is benefitting from research right now.   Resources and links: Birchip Cropping Group Fiona Best on LinkedIn   Connect: Rural Bank website Rural Bank on Facebook Rural Bank on Twitter Rural Bank on LinkedIn Rural Bank on YouTube   Any opinions, estimates, and projections in this podcast are for informational purposes only and do not take into account your personal circumstances. This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

The new Rural Bank Australian Agriculture Outlook for 2024 has been released. It provides an optimistic view, with seasonal and trade conditions expected to improve. Rural reporter Brady Evans had a chat with the bank's Agricultural Analyst Sean Hickey to look at the forecast in greater detailSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While Australian agriculture has faced some challenges in 2023, the outlook for 2024 is hopeful. As the end of the year approaches, we're reflecting on the year that was and discuss what lies ahead for the industry. In this episode, we explore the key themes expected to impact ag in early 2024 before diving into the outlook for Australia's six major ag commodities: cattle, cropping, dairy, horticulture, sheep, and wool   Resources and links: Australian Agriculture Outlook 2024   Connect: Rural Bank website Rural Bank on Facebook Rural Bank on Twitter Rural Bank on LinkedIn Rural Bank on YouTube   Any opinions, estimates, and projections in this podcast are for informational purposes only and do not take into account your personal circumstances. This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

The Australian government's commodity forecaster, ABARES, has released its annual summary of agriculture showing that the industry is now further away from its goal of reaching $100 billion than it was the year before. 

In this re-release of our most downloaded episode, Praemium's Damian Cilmi speaks with Steve Jarrott, portfolio manager with Warakirri Asset Management, about agriculture as an asset class and the unique position of Australian agriculture against the backdrop of rising inflation, shifting global economies, and climate change. Steve speaks about the development of an agriculture REIT and agriculture investment as a key component of a diversified portfolio.

Australian farmers say their Government should walk away from trade negotiations with the EU - if it's offered conditions similar to New Zealand's deal. Our free trade agreement signed overnight will remove tariffs for 97 percent of our EU exports over time - but only small amounts of meat and dairy, before they kick in. Australian agriculture scientist Chris Russell says it wouldn't suit Australia. "New Zealand has to make its own judgements where they're prepared to trade off the agricultural products for some of the other investment." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode #2: Mix it up for long-term weed management Australia has one of the highest numbers of herbicide resistant weeds in the world and it's estimated that they cost our farmers hundreds of millions of dollars annually. Tune into this episode of Better Agriculture to learn all about the weed challenge and what our farmers and innovators are doing to respond to Australia's increasingly herbicide-resistant weeds. Show notes Host Ed Gannon is joined by Ken Young, Senior Manager of Biosecurity and Regulation at the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) and Bayer Crop Science's Head of Agronomic Solutions ANZ Weed Management, Michael Rouch, to discuss: • [03:43] What is a weed? • [04:42] The cost of weeds to Australian farmers and Australia's economy • [05:29] Herbicide resistance • [08:43] Innovation at Bayer • [10:15] Non-chemical methods • [14:22] The factors at play in selecting herbicides • [15:45] The Herbicide Innovation Partnership between Bayer and GRDC • [24:13] Educational component of the Herbicide Innovation Partnership • [26:54] AI and digital technology farming technologies • [28:46] The future of weed management • [30:25] Will we ever get rid of weeds? Guest details Ken Young is Senior Manager of Biosecurity and Regulation at GRDC. Ken works alongside industry and government stakeholders to identify gaps in agricultural research and development and oversees the investment by Australian grain growers in managing biotic threats. Michael Rouch is Head of Agronomic Solutions (ANZ) – Weed Management and Digital at Bayer Crop Science where he is responsible for the development of new herbicides in Australia and New Zealand. Prior to moving to Melbourne to take on his managerial role, Michael conducted field trials in New South Wales for 30 years. Resources and further information: • GRDC publication on the cost of weeds (referred to by Michael Rouch): https://grdc.com.au/resources-and-publications/all-publications/publications/2016/03/impactofweeds • Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resources Economics and Sciences (ABARES) ongoing weed impact research: https://www.agriculture.gov.au/abares/research-topics/invasive-species/distribution-and-impacts#economic-impacts-of-vertebrate-pest-animals-and-weeds-in-australia • The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry's approach to weed management: https://www.agriculture.gov.au/biosecurity-trade/pests-diseases-weeds/pest-animals-and-weeds • Bayer and GRDC'S Herbicide Innovation Partnership: https://www.bayer.com.au/en/major-herbicide-research-effort-enters-new-phase • A recent article on Australia's ongoing response to herbicide resistant weeds: https://www.weedsmart.org.au/content/are-we-gaining-ground-against-herbicide-resistant-weeds/ • WeedSmart is celebrating 10 years as the industry voice delivering science backed weed control solutions to growers and advisors for long-term profitability in Australian Agriculture: https://www.weedsmart.org.au/

Kaylee Kleitsch, a senior at Iowa State University, recently traveled to Australia on a study abroad course. While there, she had the opportunity to learn about their animal production systems, irrigation forms, and even purple potatoes!

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Today we are going to be discussing some of the problems with corporate investment into Australian Agriculture with our guest, Matt Barton.Matt is a fifth-generation farmer from central NSW but he is also a teacher, adviser and facilitator with RCS Australia. RCS is an integrated training, education & professional advice business that focuses solely on helping agricultural producers to best manage people, land and agricultural production systems.Matt went to boarding school in Sydney then studied accounting and finance at University. On completion of his studies, he worked in the financial markets in Sydney in the 1980's before holding a role as the Corporate Treasurer for a mid-tier mining company. He made the choice to return to agriculture and come back to the family farming operation in Central NSW in the mid 1990's and in 2007 he joined RCS. Matt's time in Sydney provided extensive experience in the corporate and investment sectors giving him the ability to engage, advise and comment at both the producer level and the investor/corporate level, and he has some valuable insights to share with us today.-----------------------Ben spent over 20 years working with successful business owners and farming families which allowed him to unearth the timeless principles on how to successfully grow, protect and maintain wealth.If you want to learn the principles of how to grow your family's wealth throughout the generations, then you might consider joining The Financial Bloke each fortnight for more Wealth & Wisdom.Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is general in nature and for education purposes only. It is not financial advice. It is not legal advice. No one should act on the information without appropriate specific advice for your particular circumstances. Ben Law is a former financial advisor but is no longer licensed and cannot and will not give you specific or personal advice in this podcast. The Financial Bloke Group Pty Ltd accepts no responsibility for any loss or damage occasioned by any person acting or refraining from action as a result of reliance on the information in this podcast.https://thefinancialbloke.com.au/

Join Rob Herrmann and Michael Whitehead, Head of Agribusiness Insights ANZ for part 2 of their discussion on the pathways to capturing opportunities in agriculture. In this episode, we're looking at the outlook for 2030 and mapping out the main areas in which we'll need to focus to reach our full potential as an industry. 

Join Rob Herrmann and Michael Whitehead, Head of Agribusiness Insights ANZ to discuss, off the back of ANZ's recently released report Greener Pastures Two, the opportunities we've seized over the decade and an outlook into 2030. We've broken this topic into two episodes. In this episode, we take a look back at how Australian agriculture has exceeded the forecast in terms of investment, product, and export as well as the lessons for success.

The push to see more Indigenous involvement in Australian agriculture. 

The push to see more Indigenous involvement in Australian agriculture. 

From rural Tasmania to remote Tanzania, Diana Butler has dedicated her life to helping others. She's the founder of the Care For Africa Foundation by day, and the after hours nurse manager at a hospital by night. She's raised three boys on the land, and she's had to overcome unimaginable heartbreak as a mother. In our very candid chat, she shares the pain of losing her first born child and the breakdown of her marriage including what it was like trying to reinvent herself after leaving the farm and becoming a single mum. In 2016, Diana was awarded an Order of Australia Medal for her work as the CEO of Care for Africa which helps fight poverty and provides water, health, education and enterprise for one of the world's poorest countries. This is her story.SPONSOR: The Woolly Brand offers Australian Woolmark certified, extra-fine merino wool knitwear for infants and children. Designed to be smart, sustainable and handle the daily rough and tumble- it's an opportunity to start a new generation of hand-me down knitwear! For a 10% DISCOUNT, use the code MOTHERLAND10 at the checkout. Head to www.thewoollybrand.com.au to shop!

Eight years ago, Farm Owners Academy (FOA) was just an idea shared by two incredible visionaries, Greg & Deb Johnsson.   Six months later, and following some time with Business Coach Andrew Roberts, the business we see and cherish today was born.   And the rest, as they say, is history.   As this is our 99th Profitable Farmer Podcast, I thought it appropriate to reflect on this journey with FOA Co-Founders Greg Johnsson & Andrew Roberts.   From that initial idea, now to an incredible community of over 500 farm businesses progressing through our various programs and a team of 20 dedicated business coaches and highly professional support personnel, the FOA Story is one worthy of sharing.   As a team and community, we can all be proud of what we have together created. I personally feel this project will make an impact of significance on our industry, as it has for the hundreds of farming families who have already completed our various programs.   I'd like to dedicate this interview to Greg, Deb and Robbo. Your Vision, intent, enterprise, dedication and tireless effort have delivered a Business Masterclass and Coaching Program to Australian Agriculture that is like no other.   To our team of incredible coaches and those in support, thank you for your unwavering loyalty and commitment to supporting our farming families to learn, grow and achieve their potential.   And finally, to all of you in our community – our podcast listeners, Take Control and Farm Financial Framework Members, TOP Producer Program event attendees, our Platinum Mastermind Program and our Alumni, thank you for your openness and your willingness to lean in, improve and be part of our growing community.   I hope you enjoy this podcast just as much as I enjoyed reflecting with two incredible individuals, Andrew Roberts and Greg Johnsson.   Keep winning, everyone!     Hutch   P.S. Click here to learn more about Farm Owners Academy. You can also click here to book a time to ‘Have A Yarn' with an FOA coach about how we might best support you on your journey.   When you're ready to take the next step and work with us, here are three things you can do: Subscribe to our ‘Profitable Farmer' podcast This free audio podcast delivers ideas to help you run a great business, leading to more profit, control and freedom – Click here. 2. Join the Farm Owner Academy's closed Facebook group ‘Profitable Farmer' Our new Facebook community is where smart farm owners learn how to get more profit, control and freedom, and you can connect with like-minded farm owners – Click here to join. 3. Work with us privately If you'd like our team to help you scale up your farming business or create a ‘freedom farm' just email us at support@farmownersacademy.comand put “Private” in the subject line… tell me a little about your business and what you'd like to improve and I'll send you the information you need to get started!

In 2012, Kaz Bishton's farm went from being her family's sanctuary, a place of freedom and adventure, to a place of trauma and grief. Every year, lives are lost in tragic farming accidents; we read about them, but we rarely hear from the people affected. Kaz has bravely decided to share her story. 10 years ago, her 12 year old nephew died on her farm when a ute that was being driven by her teenage daughter rolled. That day changed everything, and Kaz is about to share her journey as a mum of five before that fateful day, and also how her family coped during the hardest time of their lives. This is her story.SPONSOR: Pharmonline.com.au offers personalised health advice and support from experienced pharmacists without leaving home. Their team can review your medication, provide treatment suggestions or refer you for further investigations. You can book an individualised online consult when it suits you or call 1300 742 769 for an immediate answer. You'll receive written recommendations for treatment to take to your local health provider. All for $39!And if you're one of the 41 thousand women who are diagnosed with gestational diabetes each year, PharmOnline has a dedicated gestational diabetes support program that will help you provide the best possible care for your sugar baby.

Kate Field and her husband love cheese so much that 10 years ago, they packed up life in Sydney and bought a farm in Tasmania to become cheesemakers. They started their own dairy goat herd and have grown their business to something very special. But there's a lot more to Kate's story than wrangling kids- both the goat kind and the human kind! Kate is also an emergency doctor at the Royal Hobart Hospital and her journey through pregnancy, motherhood and life on the land is quite the tale. Kate was also one of three Tasmanian finalists for the AgriFutures Rural Women's Award and it's been a thrill to get to know her. This is her story.GOLD SPONSOR: Shopping online at birdsnest gives you access to everything your wardrobe needs, all from the one place. With express shipping, 365 day returns and an incredible customer support team - the convenience factor is unmatchable for those of us juggling Mum life. birdsnest are just about to launch Nest Stays where visitors and groups can stay in lovingly renovated heritage terraces that are a hop, skip and a jump away from the ‘nest'.If you are in need of a weekend of laughs, adventure, connection and maybe a wardrobe revamp, gather your girlfriends and escape to birdsnest. www.birdsnest.com.au

Tess Herbert, along with her husband Andrew and their family, runs a 6,000 head cattle feedlot on their property “Gundamain” at Eugowra, along the Lachlan River. Tess is a passionate advocate for the red-meat industry, and currently holds several leadership positions within the industry where she is working on developing innovative approaches to the issues facing Australian agriculture. In today's episode, Tess shares how important goal-setting has been in turning their small-scale family farming business into one of the largest employers for the region. You'll hear Tess talk about the challenges of feedlotting during the drought and floods, and give her perspective on some of the issues facing Australian Agriculture. Plus, Tess shares some handy marketing tips for forward contracts and working out your livestock buy price. Local Land Services Mixed Farming Officer Rohan Leach squeezed in this chat with Tess ahead of the next truckload of stock being delivered into the feedlot.   Resources and links: Big Tech Big Ideas Conference   Connect: Central West LLS website Central West LLS on Facebook Central West LLS on Twitter Central West LLS on YouTube   The views contained in this podcast series are not necessarily endorsed by Central West Local Land Services. Listeners are advised to contact their local office to discuss their individual situation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Praemium's Damian Cilmi speaks with Steve Jarrott, portfolio manager with Warakirri Asset Management, about agriculture as an asset class and the unique position of Australian agriculture against the backdrop of rising inflation, shifting global economies, and climate change. Steve speaks about the development of an agriculture REIT and agriculture investment as a key component of a diversified portfolio.

Gabrielle Chan is a political journalist and the rural editor of the Guardian Australia. She's a fierce advocate for the bush, a loyalty and understanding that stems from her own experience as a rural mum. Gabrielle grew up in the city, and only moved to a farm when she was married and 8 months pregnant. Her new life started as a shock to the system, before her love for her community seeped into her bones and set her on a mission to uncover and report on the real issues facing rural Australia. With the federal election this weekend, our catch up is fitting. This is her story. SPONSOR: Anna Lowrey is a mum from Armidale, New South Wales, and she created nonastiesforeverybody.com to provide women with natural, sustainable beauty products. After long days in the sun and saddle testing all the products, she includes ANNA'S ADVICE in the description of every product so you can find personal anecdotes to help with your choices. Connect on Instagram through @nonasties_beauty. Use the code MOTHERLAND for 20% OFF your first order.

For a vision to be compelling AND create meaningful change, it has to enrol and inspire. Well-designed, a compelling vision can align people from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds, varying persuasions, and even competing preferences. To me, it seems that for Australian Agriculture, this has been achieved thanks to Tony Mahar and the National Farmers Federation (NFF). In 2018, NFF sought to prepare a shared vision for Australian Agriculture. A sixth-month consultation process with the industry, some deep thinking, a host of critical conversations and input from key players, and a supporting roadmap to 2030 was born. Within it, an overview of important mega-trends to impact us all, five pillars to focus their effort, and a shortlist of major projects to initiate and impact. NFF's 2030 Vision and Roadmap can be found by clicking here. I speak with Tony Mahar, CEO of National Farmers Federation in this podcast. We explore what is unique about the economic climate of today and the vision and roadmap they have pioneered for Australian Agriculture. Finally, we touch on some key issues impacting our industry, including supply shortages, labour shortfalls and trade challenges. Importantly, we also connect on what is good about being in this industry at this time and how fortunate we are as farming families and business owners to be part of a nation and industry with so much to look forward to. Thank you, Tony, for your openness, transparency, overview, and insight. A very interesting conversation. Enjoy!   Jeremy   When you're ready to take the next step and work with us, here are three things you can do: Subscribe to our ‘Profitable Farmer' podcast This free audio podcast delivers ideas to help you run a great business, leading to more profit, control and freedom – Click here. Join the Farm Owner Academy's closed Facebook group ‘Profitable Farmer' Our new Facebook community is where smart farm owners learn how to get more profit, control and freedom, and you can connect with like-minded farm owners – Click here to join. Work with us privately If you'd like our team to help you scale up your farming business or create a ‘freedom farm' just email us at support@farmownersacademy.comand put “Private” in the subject line… tell me a little about your business and what you'd like to improve and I'll send you the information you need to get started!

Today we launch our evokeAG. x Food Futurists collaboration series with Professor Andy Lowe, a highly acclaimed and innovative research leader at the University of Adelaide exploring solutions today that will help drive sustainable food systems tomorrow.  Andy's first conversation with Sarah Nolet, Co-Founder and Managing partner of Tenacious Ventures explores the rise of digital agriculture, breaking down industrial era mindsets, and why 'becoming makers, not just takers of agritech' is so important for Australia's blossoming agritech industry and early adopter farmers. Working at the frontier of agrifood tech innovation, Andy draws upon a wealth of knowledge throughout the series ­– speaking with industry heavyweights like Sarah about the future of food – from new-age seawater greenhouses to soil microbe technologies and everything in between. We hope you enjoy their conversation. Listen to more Food Futurists podcasts here. 

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Part 2 of Charlie's marathon interview with the Godfather of regenerative Australian agriculture focuses on Terry's development of holistic farm management in an Australian context, the vision of RCS Australia, Natural Capital, and finally the convergence of agriculture, human and planetary health, as well as subtle energies. Head over here to see show notes and links.

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Charlie's guest for this episode of TRJ is Terry McCosker. After a few false starts and nearly a 2 year wait, Charlie finally sat down with Terry in the Brisbane City Botanic Gardens for a marathon 3 hour conversation. In this first part Terry leads us through a character strengthening childhood, finding his agricultural focus and the challenges of moving counter to prevailing paradigms. Head over here to see show notes and links.

The latest report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change outlines disruption and decline in agricultural production and increased stress in rural communities in Australia.

John Harvey is a household name to many in the Agriculture industry, he's the current Managing Director the Agrifutures and during his time at the helm, the organisation has continued to innovate and support emerging ideas, concepts and industries in Australian Agriculture. John Harvey is another test case, it doesn't matter where you're from or what your background is.. a career in agriculture can provide incredible opportunities for you. John has spent the vast majority of his career in what he calls 'an optimistic space' helping connect ht edots between Innovation, commercialisation and Research and Development. He has successfully seen the move of the organisation to Wagga Wagga in southern NSW, supported new and emerging industries and established the Asia Pacific largest AgriTech event, EvokeAg. We were due to be meeting up face to face at EvokeAg which would have been in just a couple of weeks, however, unfortunately, this year it couldn't quite go ahead as planned. The Humans of Agriculture podcast is hosted by Oli Le Lievre. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/humans-of-agriculture/message

Countrywide takes you outside the cities into regional Australia, talking about the food you eat

Countrywide takes you outside the cities into regional Australia, talking about the food you eat

This week we catch up with Mark Allison, the CEO of one of Australia's largest agribusinesses, Elders. Mark spoke at evokeAG. in Melbourne, back in 2020 – a time before Australia and the world were plunged into lockdown due to COVID-19. At the time, Australia had suffered one of its worst droughts on record and bushfires had ravaged large parts of the community.Now as Australia starts to emerge from the pandemic to the ‘new normal' and with the agricultural sector booming; Mark shares with us his optimism for the future of Australian agriculture, and how profitability, productivity, and sustainability will be key drivers for the industry going forward.We hope you enjoy Mark's conversation with our evokeAG. contributor Megan Woodward.

Toni Barton (I: @bartonssmallgoods) was raised on a dairy farm, She had experience with farming and cows but nothing with sheep. Toni had spent the previous 17 years climbing the corporate ladder, in marketing and business management before purchasing a 200 acre property in Victoria. Never having had the responsibility of running a farm, not even been close to a sheep, built a fence, fixed a piece of machinery or considered that mother nature always had the plan A. She began her new adventure. One thing she knew for sure, there was no way she could survive on 200 acres if she followed the traditional farming road map. She flipped the farming model on its head and is now leading the way on farm gate innovation, pricing strategies and distribution channels, long overdue in Australian Agriculture. Launching Bartons Smallgoods just a few years ago, has set a new trajectory for Toni, creating a world first product range of charcuterie made from 100% Australian Lamb. Don't forget to send us an email if you know of a story that we should tell at hello@generationag.com.au *Become a Patreon Partner* - https://patreon.com/generationag Find us here: Instagram: @generation.ag Twitter: @generation_ag Website: www.generationag.com.au

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Original publish date: 19 Jan 2021. Sarah Nolet grew up in Silicon Valley, California, in the home of tech companies and the world of entrepreneurship. Although her dad had a hobby farm, the agriculture industry was not something she ever imagined working in. But after living and working on farms in South Africa for a year, she fell into the agriculture rabbit hole. Now in Australia, Sarah has combined her technology background with her love for ag by creating AgThentic, a food and agriculture strategy firm. In this episode, she discusses innovation in the Australian agriculture space, the importance of storytelling, and how AgThentic’s programme Farmers2Founders works with farmers and producers over twelve weeks to bring their innovative ideas to life. Connect: Rural Bank website Rural Bank on Facebook Rural Bank on Twitter Rural Bank on LinkedIn Rural Bank on YouTube This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

G'day farmers and everyone in between. We've called in the big guns and are speaking with Pip Courtney. You may have seen her on your Sunday's ABC Landline series presenting the next best Aussie farmer. In this episode we'll dive into her role and how she got there and also the stories she has covered. Listen out for the common traits of people that she has seen to of succeeded in the farming game. We both sort of lost track of time on this one and let it roll. You'll have to extend your lunchtime break for the thing one. Also, don't forget to share this one with your mates. Let's get into it. PIP's Twitter Shane & Joe Callis Books: James Rebanks - English Pastoral & The Shephards Life Gabrielle Chan - Rusted Off & Why You Should Give a F*ck About Farming Share a snap of this pod of where you're listening from on your social story to help us reach the 319,000 workers in Aussie agriculture. Farms Advice features a new episode every WEEK talking with the leaders of the industry. By having a transparent approach we are able to reveal the techniques and skill sets so that can help YOU improve your own agribusiness. Leave some feedback so that we can improve how we do agribusiness in Australia What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Farms Advice: FA Twitter, FA LinkedIn, FA Facebook Connect with the host Jack Cresswell VISIT FARMSADVICE.COM.AU --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/farmsadviceau/message

This week we are lucky enough to have Phin Ziebell join us for another AgTalk episode to discuss whether it currently is as good as gets for Australian Agriculture. Phin is NAB's Agribusiness Economist. He is responsible for analysing and reporting on the trends and developments in the agribusiness industry and works closely in conjunction with bankers in NAB's Agribusiness division. Phin graduated with bachelor degrees in Commerce and Arts from the University of Melbourne and joined NAB in mid-2014. He was previously an economist at the Victorian Department of Primary Industries and Victorian Treasury. The discussions on this podcast are for general information and education use only. These discussions should not be taken as constituting professional advice from the either AgTalk, Marcus Oldham College or our guests. This episode was recorded in July 2021. Marcus Oldham College, AgTalk or our podcasts guests are not liable for any loss caused, whether due to negligence or otherwise arising from the use of, or reliance on, the information provided directly or indirectly, by listening to this podcast.

G'day and welcome to this week's Farms Advice Podcast we're ripping into episode 54 with a very familiar voice within Aussie ag, We introduce to you Sarah Nolet our first podcast host on the show but that's not all she does. She's driving agtech within Australia and drawing on her contacts to build a more efficient, productive, and sustainable future for Australian agriculture. If you like this episode make sure you share it with your mates to help promote growth within Australian agribusinesses. We couldn't be any happier to have her on the show so let's not waste any more time and get into it. Share a snap of this pod of where you're listening from on your social story to help us reach the 319,000 workers in Aussie agriculture. Farms Advice features a new episode every WEEK talking with the leaders of the industry. By having a transparent approach we are able to reveal the techniques and skill sets so that can help YOU improve your own agribusiness. Leave some feedback so that we can improve how we do agribusiness in Australia What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Farms Advice: FA Twitter, FA LinkedIn, FA Facebook Connect with the host Jack Cresswell --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/farmsadviceau/message

This week, Oli Madgett, grape grower and Founder of Platfarm, talks with Sarah Nolet from AgThentic about the future forces impacting agriculture, taking a longer look at how climate volatility will not only usher in migration of people, but also shifts in growing regions and methods for production.While no one can predict the future, AgriFutures Australia, Agthentic Advisory, and the Institute for the Future have teamed up to release a report that explores what Australian food and fibre production and consumption might look like in a future shaped by the growing trends and potential disruptions that are already taking hold today. Learn more about the possibilities and our ten-year horizon for Australian agriculture here.

We are hearing slogans such as Build Back Better and the Global Reset from national leaders who posture on the world stage and concern themselves with ever greater means of control under the guise of false emergencies and scare campaigns. Vaccine passports are the next great thing..all for our benefit. With US national debt reaching $28 trillion, $4 trillion more than a year ago, and real domestic emergencies - exploding crime and violence and other social crises and a loss of control on their southern border, you would think the leader of the free world would first look at getting his house in order. However, the corporate tax rate is soon to rise, and the new administration is looking to coordinate with other countries in a scheme for a Global Minimum Tax rate. In Australia, the focus is not on economic reform. Though we have for now insulated ourselves from the worst effects of Covid19 with strict border controls, there will be a reckoning when our borders open. Although we don't know when. Australian national debt is over $700 billion and is expected to reach 1 trillion in a few short years. Government really should be fixing things in their own backyards, such supporting the environment for business and employment growth and removing costly regulation and infrastructure constraints from important sectors of the economy such as agriculture, Mining and Manufacturing. This is not happening quickly enough. A prosperous agricultural sector is critical to supplying not only Australia's own food needs, but those of the rest of the world. In 2020- 2021, the gross value of Agriculture production is estimated at $66 billion. In spite of this staggering figure, most of us appreciate that our farmers have been doing it tough in recent years. Senator Malcolm Roberts from One Nation, is on a mission to remove the impediments to growth of this critical sector of the economy. Joe Biden has called for a global minimum tax of 21 per cent as a way to minimise competition from other countries, such as Ireland and minimise domestic economic damage from a large increase in US corporate tax. Biden seems to be in overreach mode at the moment with his insistence that the rest of the world follow in his footsteps when it comes to Climate and global tax rules. It would seem when it comes to these global tax rules, Ireland is certainly number one on the hit list. For the last 20 years Ireland has had a simple message: invest here and you will pay just 12.5% tax on your Irish profits. Blake Christian, a Partner at Holthouse Carlin & Van Trigt joins us to talk about Biden's global reach. Asia Pacific Today. April 21, 2021

National Farmers Federation's AgriFutures document projects a huge growth in Australian farm output, however Wayne Phillips says on the FlowFM Morning Show - we need more capital to get there. For your Agriculture news, go to www.flownews24.com.au/categories/agriculture

Rabobank's Melbourne-based RaboResearch GM discusses the contrasting politics around climate change and net zero carbon on opposites sides of the Tasman. Plus, we look at the outlook for Australian agricultural in the year ahead - including an update on trade tensions with China - and what this all means for New Zealand's agricultural sector.

Sarah Nolet grew up in Silicon Valley, California, in the home of tech companies and the world of entrepreneurship. Although her dad had a hobby farm, the agriculture industry was not something she ever imagined working in. But after living and working on farms in South America for a year, she fell into the agriculture rabbit hole. Now in Australia, Sarah has combined her technology background with her love for ag by creating AgThentic, a food and agriculture strategy firm. In this episode, she discusses innovation in the Australian agriculture space, the importance of storytelling, and how AgThentic’s programme Farmers2Founders works with farmers and producers over twelve weeks to bring their innovative ideas to life. Connect: Rural Bank website Rural Bank on Facebook Rural Bank on Twitter Rural Bank on LinkedIn Rural Bank on YouTube This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Calcareous soils are very common in the southern grain-growing region and cover 60% of the region's cropping country. These soils are high in calcium carbonate, resulting in poor crop establishment and low grain yields compared to less hostile soils. But a new research initiative is set to improve the grain industry's understanding of these soils and how they constrain crop yield and profitability. Behind the initiative is the Grains Research and Development Corporation in conjunction with the Co-operative Research Centre for high-performance soils, the Soil CRC. Also collaborating on this project are CSIRO, NSW DPI and the Department of Primary Industries and Regions South Australia. GRDC is investing 6.75 million dollars over 3 years in this initiative to build on previous research knowledge into calcareous soils. Contact: Nigel Wilhelm, Farming Systems Leader South Australian Research and Development Institute + 61 407 185 501 www.pir.sa.gov.au/research Useful resources: https://grdc.com.au/news-and-media/news-and-media-releases/south/2020/september/hostile-soils-the-target-of-major-new-research-effort https://soilcrc.com.au/grdc-co-invests-in-soil-crc-calcareous-soils-project/ Update papers: https://grdc.com.au/resources-and-publications/grdc-update-papers/tab-content/grdc-update-papers/2020/03/understanding-factors-affecting-the-effectiveness-of-p-and-pk-fertilisers-when-deep-banded http://soilquality.org.au/factsheets/soil-ph-south-austral https://cdn.csu.edu.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0005/3246539/Australian-Agriculture-in-2020-Pt2Ch8.pdf https://cwfs.org.au/wp-content/uploads/Making-WUE-Work.pdf

The Kuhlmann family has been farming on the western side of South Australia's Eyre Peninsula for more than a hundred years. Peter Kuhlmann is the latest generation to farm the challenging calcareous soils in this part of the state. Like many growers, Peter has been keen to see more done to better understand these soils and has welcomed the new GRDC calcareous soils investment. The $6.75 million GRDC investment is an industry collaboration with the Soil CRC, CSIRO, Primary Industries and Regions South Australia, and the New South Wales DPI. Contact: Eyre Peninsula SA grain grower Peter Kuhlmann mudabie@bigpond.com Useful resources: https://grdc.com.au/news-and-media/news-and-media-releases/south/2020/september/hostile-soils-the-target-of-major-new-research-effort https://soilcrc.com.au/grdc-co-invests-in-soil-crc-calcareous-soils-project/ Update papers: https://grdc.com.au/resources-and-publications/grdc-update-papers/tab-content/grdc-update-papers/2020/03/understanding-factors-affecting-the-effectiveness-of-p-and-pk-fertilisers-when-deep-banded http://soilquality.org.au/factsheets/soil-ph-south-austral https://cdn.csu.edu.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0005/3246539/Australian-Agriculture-in-2020-Pt2Ch8.pdf https://cwfs.org.au/wp-content/uploads/Making-WUE-Work.pdf

The latest estimate of the value of Australian Agriculture by ABARES puts the sector at around $65 billion for this year despite the pandemic, and confidence for Tasmanian farmers has shot to a 15 month high according to the latest rural confidence survey by Rabobank

In this episode we hear from Gabrielle Chan, a journalist and author who has lived on a farm for 25 years. She began covering the NSW parliament in the 90s and moved to the Canberra press gallery in 1995. Gabrielle has worked at The Australian, ABC radio, The Daily Telegraph, in local newspapers and politics and has been a political correspondent for The Guardian Australia since 2013. She has written and edited history books, biographies and a recipe book. Her latest book, Rusted Off: Why Country Australia Is Fed Up was released in September 2018 and short-listed for the Prime Minister’s Literary Awards. We talk about food politics, policy and governance in Australia, the impact of COVID on rural and regional communities, supply chains, neoliberalism, water markets, mid size family farms, competition policy, food energy water soil (FEWS) nexus and food price. Special shout out to all the birds in 'Frank' the oleander tree in Gabrielle's garden. You can find Gabrielle on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, The Guardian and essays Another Country and Losing the Farm. You can find us at onebitepod.com and @onebitepod across social media. Links to things mentioned in the episode: Resilience in the Australian food supply chain 2011/12; Acres and Acres; Margaret Simons Cry Me a River; Feather and Bone Butchery; Snapshot of Australian Agriculture 2020; Foreign-ownership; Australian Story Charles Massy; Wendell Berry; Rattan Lal; ecosystem services. Music: Night Owl by Broke for Free (CC)

The IA-CEPA has been touted as a big win for Australian farmers, but what opportunities has it unlocked for Indonesia?

Episode 7 of the FFN 'Mentor of the Month' podcast is 2019 NSW Royal Agricultural Societies Rural Achiever James Cleaver. James is born and bred in the gateway to the outback Nyngan, NSW. A 5th generation of a proud farming family James is passionate about building successful farm business practices and creating a sustainable future for Australian Agriculture. After briefly practicing law at a well regarded Dubbo law firm, James now works as a Rural Support Worker for the NSW DPI. Listen into a great yarn between James and FFN Director Tim Flynn where they cover everything from to peoples core values through to the importance of the 'one finger wave' country folk give to each other!

Asparagopsis, a little known species of red algae native to Australian coastal waters, offers the opportunity to tackle two of the greatest challenges currently facing global agriculture – fighting climate change and producing more food with fewer resources.Livestock contribute 16% of global anthropogenic methane emissions - more than the entire global transportation sector.Extensive research done by CSIRO via its Future Feed program has found that the Asparagopsis strain of seaweed significantly reduces the methane emissions of livestock when fed as a feed supplement to animals such as cattle and sheep.Sea Forest founder Sam Elsom, together with a team of experts, are pioneering the development of the world’s first commercial production of the methane-reducing seaweed Asparagopsis armata in southern Tasmania, where the specific strain of seaweed can be found naturally in abundance year round.This episode is a must listen for anyone who eats meat or is associated with the production and farming of livestock.

Progressive grazier and entrepreneur James Walker from Longreach in Queensland asks a terrific question- what are the opportunities for Australian agriculture to come from the COVID 19 outbreak? And to talk about the tricky stuff, host Nicole Bond is joined by Fiona Simson from the National Farmers Federation, Tasmanian farmer and television personality Matthew Evans and economist Phin Ziebell from the National Australia Bank.

This episode explores new ideas, solutions and possibilities on how we can make the Australian agriculture industry more sustainable.We speak some of the change makers in Australia to find out what we can learn from their experiences.We delve into the topic of bi-product development as well as addressing what part farmers might play and how to positively engage all facts of the supply chain in the sustainability conversation.These interviews were recorded by Fleur Anderson at the 2020 Evoke Ag Event in Melbourne.

A venture capital firm that is dedicated to agtech, has begun circling Australia for investment opportunities.

The latest ABARES Report into Australian Agriculture says the total return for the industry will drop some $3 billion this year mainly through drought, and a Rural Bank survey says the Australian seafood industry has taken a big hit from the Coronavirus in China while the wine industry has also been affected but not to the same extent.

Mic Fels is someone I’ve wanted to speak with ever since I read an article he wrote about how his agtech is really making him money.Mic not only crops about 11,000 hectares in Esperance, Western Australia, but has also built and commercialized a range of software products and machinery through his company, iPaddock.Mic and I chat about where the real value is in agtech, and what building products has taught him about startups and about farming.We also talk about:hard earned lessons and tips for working with tech;whether ideas or execution matter more; andwhich is harder…farming or building agtech.For more from Mic and to check out the iPaddock products, see:https://twitter.com/ipaddockappshttps://www.ipaddock.com.au/https://www.ipaddock.com.au/how-i-make-money-out-of-ipaddock/

Have you ever closely considered the opportunities that exist in agriculture that might see production thrive in Australia’s dry and arid environment? ....Have you ever considered date palms?On this episode of the Food and Farm Podcast, Dave Reilly shares the story of his family run operation, Gurra Downs.Located in the South Australian Riverland, the Reilly family is leading the way for the Australian date industry at. Their commitment to developing the industry has seen them work closely with the Arid Zone Research Institute based in Alice Springs to identify tree varieties best suited to Australian environments.Production of this highly nutritious fruit has recently presented value-adding opportunities for the Gurra Downs business, which is now focused of building its own brand, product development and moving into new markets both locally and internationally.

How exposed am I? Assessing and managing risk within our farming systems.   I love the principle that in order to succeed, it is the business with the most robust and strategic business model that gets the results. Often it is the quality of our business model and how we execute on this model that is the difference between the average and the top 20%.   With this in mind, and based on your most recent years of performance, how robust and risk-aware is your business model? We operate in a unique climate, with unique economic factors, relative to farmers in other countries, and a high exposure to price variability and international markets. We operate businesses based on biological systems often exposed to the vagaries of our environments and the markets.   In this podcast, I am pleased to interview my father, Tim Hutchings, and discuss risk and volatility in Australian Agriculture. We explore the importance of designing risk-aware and long-term sustainable farming systems that have inherent flexibility, focused on minimising losses as much as pursuing windfall profits.   Dr. Tim Hutchings is a successful farmer and farm consultant in the Riverina, NSW. He is a Nuffield Scholar and Researcher and has recently completed his PhD analysing and (for the first time) quantifying risk and volatility of our farming systems.   As we dust ourselves off from the challenges of a dry season, reflect and reset for a new season, I encourage you to use this podcast as your opportunity to deeply interrogate the appropriateness of your current farming system, and as a catalyst to ask better questions and consider making some deliberate and measured changes.   Enjoy this podcast!   Regards, Jeremy Hutchings  

Megan Williams and her husband Chris established the Camel Milk Co in 2014, inspired by the wild camels roaming outback Australia and a documentary that Megan watched, featuring overseas camel milk production and the nutritional benefits associated with the milk.Starting out with 3 camels, Jess and her 1 year old calf Marilyn and a cunning 2.5 year old named Katana, the couple have grown their operations as demand grew, now with over 350 camels on their Kyabram property.The Camel Milk Company is leading the way in supplying both domestic and international markets with Australian camel milk and a growing range of camel milk derived products. Supported by a strong team, Megan and Chris are focused building their brand, with animal welfare and sustainable farming are at the forefront of their operations.

From a desire to find useful farm research and analysis tools for her own family... to Australia's number 1 online resource hub for farmers and agribusiness!   Farm Table’s story is a compelling reminder how we all can find a problem and seek to solve it in order to make our industry stronger and better for everyone.   Ladies & gentlemen, meet Airlie Landale - Founder and CEO of Farm Table.   Airlie is an incredible next generation champion for Australian Agriculture, doing her bit to make a very real and tangible difference for farming families nationally. From a small idea, Airlie has dedicated herself to solving a problem for the betterment of all farmers.   In this podcast we interview Airlie, understand her background, learn about the Farm Table story, and get a real insight into what can be achieved when a strong vision, deep passion, real commitment and sheer determination all come together around one simple idea.   Farm Table is Australia's one-stop farming hub online to connect producers, farmers and fishers to agricultural resources, information, opportunities, and, to each other. In doing so, this agricultural platform's suite of services saves you time, improves information flows across the industry and contributes to a connected, collaborative, and innovative Australian agriculture sector.   Enjoy this podcast, we’re sure Farm Table will become one of your 'go to' platforms to help you stay ahead of the game!   Regards, Jeremy

The Food Next Door program in a progressive social and community initiative that matches unused farmland with newly arrived refugee and migrant farmers who have a background in agriculture; to support small scale, regenerative farming practices. With a focus on prioritising both social and economic impact, this exciting program was founded by Deborah Bogenhuber and offers a model that can build local food systems around communities. Food produced by the program is distributed amongst the farming communities, as well as through Out of the Box Sunraysia, a weekly produce subscription service.There is an abundance of opportunity to scale the program into the future, as this model tests the water and forges new boundaries for local and community agricultural production.

Jo and Don run Restdown, an award winning organic winery, farm and wetland located on the backroads trail in southern NSW.With a focus on regenerative farming practices, they have worked incredibly hard over the past 20 years to diversify their business to include a certified organic beef brand, vineyard and tourism venture that welcomes visitors to their property.Selling their produce direct to customers has played an important role in their success to date, with the ability to educate and connect consumers to the source of their food.Jo and Don also share some great tips for those curious about the opportunity to establish a similar tourism operation on their own property!

In this installment of the Gopher Coffee Shop podcast, Extension educators Ryan Miller and Brad Carlson sit down with Dr. Michael Walsh, a Weed Scientist with the University of Sydney in Australia. A special thanks to goes out our colleagues at Iowa State for hosting Michael and facilitating this podcast. Michael was on-hand to talk about harvest weed seed control (HWSC) and to demonstrate combine setup for HWSC. In this podcast we spent some time talking about Australian Agriculture, herbicide resistance in weeds, and the need for alternative weed management tactics. We talked about use of chaff carts, chaff lining and tramlining, bale direct systems, and impact mills for weed management. Enjoy!Here is a link to Dr. Walsh’s slide presentation (no audio) from the HWSC workshop at Iowa State, courtesy of Meaghan Anderson, Field Agronomist with ISU Extension and Outreach: https://iastate.box.com/s/3jg6g13tissx50bpgoi5v4zq6b93arhv Here is a Link to Dr. Walsh’s website: https://sydney.edu.au/science/about/our-people/academic-staff/m-j-walsh.htmlListen to the podcastThe Gopher Coffee Shop Podcast is available on Stitcher and iTunes. For a chance to read about various crop management topics, please see ourMinnesota Crop News blog: https://z.umn.edu/cropnewsSign up to receive Minnesota Crop News: https://z.umn.edu/CropNewsSignupFor more information, visit University of Minnesota Extension Crop Production at http://z.umn.edu/crops.

Brian Daly interviews RSPCA Australia’s Senior Scientific Officer, Melina Tensen, to find out more about bobby calves in the Australian dairy industry, and how we can improve their welfare. Many Australians value dairy in their diets but may not be aware of the plight of male dairy calves which are often considered a by-product of the dairy industry.For a dairy cow to produce milk she must first give birth to a calf. In the dairy industry female calves are kept and reared as replacements for the milking herd, but male calves are surplus to the industry’s needs. In Australia, around 675,000 male dairy calves are born every year. Many of these calves are either killed on farm at birth or, in the case of around 450,000 male calves, destined for slaughter at five days old because there isn’t currently a market for them. Calves as young as five days are not equipped to withstand the rigors of transport, and legislation allows calves to be off feed for 30 hours and transported for up to 12 hours. Raising excess dairy calves for veal is one way in which the value of an animal that would otherwise be destined for slaughter at five days old can be increased. By increasing their value and providing an alternative market, there is real potential to improve the welfare of bobby calves.First released in 2017, the RSPCA Approved standards for dairy veal calves are the most recent addition to the Scheme. By developing these standards, the RSPCA’s objective is to support dairy farmers in a dual purpose farming model by encouraging the rearing of these calves for veal, assuring that they will be raised to better welfare standards.While there currently isn’t an RSPCA Approved dairy veal product in the market, the RSPCA has been talking to farmers and industry about increasing the value of an animal that would otherwise be considered a by-product of the dairy industry and the opportunity of supplying a humanely farmed veal or beef product to Australian consumers and food service. Key points:- What is a bobby calf- The welfare issues facing bobby calves in Australia - Innovations in the Australian dairy industry - Ways that Australians can help bobby calves Further links:https://rspcaapproved.org.au/ https://rspcaapproved.org.au/2018/07/12/the-deal-with-veal https://rspcaapproved.org.au/2015/07/07/whats-the-deal-with-dairy https://kb.rspca.org.au/article-categories/dairy-cattle/

Panel: Getting ready for even faster, smarter farms Precision farming and using satellite imagery and drones to monitor crops……. along with farm management software tools to maximize decisions are all powering smarter farms.Uptake of these and other agtech innovations are set to expand with the imminent introduction of faster, cheaper connectivity.Panelists:Anastasia Volkova – FluroSatFlavia Tata Nardini - Fleet Space TechnologiesJonah Williams - AirBus AustraliaWill Wells - Hummingbird TechnologiesMartin Clough - SyngentaFacilitated: Sarah Nolet - AgThentic.

03 – Future of FoodTechnology is making its way to the centre stage of food production with innovations at every turn. These food innovators are leading from the front from alternative protein sources in the shape of the humble insect to a waste problem becoming an innovative health product flying off the shelves. In this episode we speak to some of the leaders in this space helping us think differently about the way we see food production and food businesses in Australia. Featured in this episode:Krista Watkins – Natural Evolution FoodsOlympia Yarger – GoTerra Jacinta Monk – Kimberley Wild GubingeJames Pateras – Modular FarmsSakkie Pretorius – Macquarie University Yeast 2.0 Project Anastasia Lloyd-Wallis – The Retail Doctor GroupEvokeAg – stay in the loop for the 2020 event

Welcome to the Best of EvokeAG podcast series where we bring you the highlights from Agrifutures Australia's signature event held in Melbourne in 2019.

Tim Hunt, Head of RaboResearch Australia/New Zealand, and Michael Harvey, Senior Analyst, explain the rising headwinds and downside risks that will characterise the market in 2019.

Viv McCollum and Margaret Ayre We're trying something new on the podcast today - a joint conversation with two admirable women in the Ag Tech space - Viv McCollum and Margaret Ayre. Vivienne McCollum is the founder of agricultural consultancy AGKServices (AgKnowledge) and has been heavily involved precision agriculture for about 18 years (before smartphones and in some instances the internet!). She shares her insights into the role of young people in the adoption of precision agriculture in Australia, as well speaking about what advisors are struggling with. Viv also speaks with Sarah about the tools available to help farmers adopt and get greater value from innovative precision ag in their individual farming operations. Margaret Ayre is a senior research fellow at the University of Melbourne and more recently she's been working the faculty of Science's Rural Innovation Research Group. Margaret shares her insight into the importance of the qualitative and emotional side of agricultural innovation, things like trust and confidence and the pivotal role they play in tech adoption in agriculture. University of Melbourne Rural Innovation Research Group Research Paper, Key Findings: Stimulating private sector extension from Australian Agriculture to increase returns from R&D.

Tim Hunt, Head of RaboResearch F&A in Australia and NZ, and Senior Analyst Michael Harvey rank the big events of 2018 and assess their impact in the short and long term.

Charles Massy is a farmer, author, regenerative farmer and OAM and has a Phd in Agricultural Science.  Cyndi interviews this amazing thinker on regenerative agriculture and how this way of farming is the new hero in the climate change debate.  Charles book Call of the Reed Warbler, discusses, the historical perspective of Australian Agriculture when Listen In The post UC 315: Agriculture the hero in the Climate Change Debate appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

Not content with the current range of beef cattle breeds, Colbert McLancle took matters into his own hands and created one- the Brindle. But will it make its mark on an already crowded industry? (NOTE: Use of the word "Brindle" is used with permission, pending invoice payment.)

Corruption is rife within rural journalism in Australia. Free morning teas, countless bags of citrus and complimentary entry into irrigation workshops are just some of the under-the-table perks ag journos are getting away with. But the rot stops here.

He may not have been born Down Under, but regional winemaker Thaddeus Rhineholt knows how to make a good drop, and the world is catching on to his left-of-centre production techniques. Although, judging by his consumption, many things Thaddeus does are just left of centre.

The sky's the limit for rural drone operator, Callum Bramley. Actually, an altitude of 120m is the official CASA-instigated height limit, but he's not letting that stop him from pushing some serious technology into farming.

Northern Territory resident Warren Driscoll has a dream - to be a heli-mustering pilot on a cattle station. But the fact he's legally blind isn't necessarily his biggest hurdle.

Australian ag should reap the benefits of a positive global environment this year. Tim Hunt and Angus Gidley-Baird discuss.

Countrywide takes you to the aftermath of Cyclone Debbie at the food bowl of Bowen in far North Queensland, and to the Northern Rivers of NSW where flood water rose surprisingly fast for farmers who lost livestock. But we hear tales of survival.

Following on from his involvement in Investment in Agriculture Forum hosted by the Queensland Government in Toowoomba on 28 February 2017, Marc Soccio discusses the strategic rationale behind global investors’ growing role in the Australian food and agriculture sector, and its place amongst the broader pool of funding available to support the industry’s future growth ambitions.