With the FARMSMART Podcast, we’re not just talking change. We’re making change. We are focused on helping growers evolve their sustainability practices, and we use trusted agronomic proof to keep these solutions grounded in the here and now. We have the courage and care to challenge what we think we know, and we’re here to help you embrace sustainability at every level of your operation. Join us each month for invaluable insights from agricultural and environmental professionals about sustai ...
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The Ag Executive is the podcast where agriculture meets leadership. Join us as we sit down with CEOs and top executives from across the agriculture industry to uncover insights, strategies and stories that are shaping the future of farming, agribusiness and beyond.
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We're going behind the scenes to see and understand modern agriculture, because no matter whether you're in it or not, you probably don't know all the pieces to just how incredible, diverse and multi-layered agriculture is. We do this by uncovering the real stories, experiences and voices of modern agriculture.
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"Schools key to tapping into ag talent pool early" with Carissa Buckland from Nutrien Ag Solutions
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18:31A couple weeks back, I spotted through the Global Food Forum that Nutrien Ag Solutions has decided to partner with Primary Industries Education Foundation Australia. This move marks a big investment in how the ag industry interacts with the next generation of producers. So I decided to ring up Carissa Buckland, who works in Nutrien as their Directo…
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62. With Diverse Agriculture in the Northeast, Sustainability Means Putting the Grower First
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18:58Agriculture can mean a lot of different things in the Northeast U.S. From row crops to specialties, from broccoli to potatoes, from dairy to turf production, every ag operation has unique needs. And every operation is looking for a competitive edge to boost production and create new revenue streams. So in this episode, we're visiting the New York F…
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From stress to strategy: how the McInerneys built a resilient farm business
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54:57In the first episode of this special AgRi-silience series, we visit Mark and Rachel McInerney at Riverton, South Australia, to hear how they've navigated adversity, redefined their roles on the farm, and turned professional development into a catalyst for business renewal. In this chat you'll hear: How an HR masterclass became the starting point fo…
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5/2/25 - The Ag Executive Episode 7: Interview with Capstone Ag Management's Jared Plumlee on Building a Business, Water Strategy, Legacy and More
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32:55Jason Scott sits down with Jared Plumlee, CEO of Capstone Ag Management, to discuss his journey from a family farming background to building his own ag management company. He also discusses his commitment to water strategy, personalized client service and creating a lasting legacy for future generations.…
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From Wall Street to Cannabis and now tackling Methane in livestock with Derek Peterson
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34:19Derek Peterson has had a colorful career. He's found himself at the head of ROAM, an agriculture tech company trying to solve the problem of methane emissions. But he didn't get there following the 'traditional path.' In this chat we cover his career so far, from working on Wall Street to becoming a visionary entrepreneur whose journey expertise br…
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4/18/25 - The Ag Executive Episode 6: Interview with Valent U.S.A. CEO Matt Plitt on a Multidimensional Approach to Agribusiness, Leading with Empathy and More
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20:46Taylor Chalstrom sits down with Matt Plitt, president and CEO of Valent U.S.A., to discuss a forward-thinking approach to agribusiness, blending innovation, sustainability and community engagement. He emphasizes the importance of empathy and transparency in leadership, anticipating industry trends and aligning profitability with sustainable practic…
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Bringing in the Bots - We're sitting down with SwarmFarm's Jocie Bate
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31:41When I got a chance to head to evokeAg this year, I heard Jocie Bate speaking and thought to myself, we need to get her on the podcast! I came across an extraordinary character whose ideas may just revolutionise the future of agriculture. "It's amazing how quickly the sector is evolving," says Jocie Bate on her mission to fully automate the paddock…
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Carbon, Capital and Courage: Hugh Killen on the opportunity in Ag’s Next Chapter
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47:22“If we don’t get it right, the opportunity will be given to people post the farm gate. And it’ll happen to farmers again.” Hugh Killen's CV is incredibly impressive, he's spent decades working across the globe in finance and markets, before returning home to work in aussie agriculture. In this chat, we explore Hugh's time in finance, his time leadi…
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4/4/25 - The Ag Executive Episode 5: Interview with Farmblox CEO Nathan Rosenburg on Automation, Labor Reduction, Data-Driven Decisions and More
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28:06Jason Scott sits down with Nathan Rosenburg, CEO of Farmblox, to discuss helping growers automate farm tasks and reduce labor through customizable, modular technology. Rosenburg also goes into the future of ag tech, advice for startups and the importance of younger generations in shaping ag's evolution.…
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Do young people need more support to find their career in Ag? Let’s ask Tess Cook
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20:20Tess Cook grew up on her families beef property in Queensland. When she was on stage at evokeAG, she mentioned the challenge and lack of understanding of different career pathways in Ag. Now this is so interesting because it’s being talked about a lot, but talking isn’t solving much - we want to know more to see what we can do! Tess recently moved …
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A modern Ag career on the farm and at LAWD with Lauren Roellgen
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38:49We’re sitting down with Lauren Roellgen this week. She wears a few different hats including aa an Associate Director at LAWD, a farmer-in-training on her family farm, and the Chair of the Future Farmers Network. She shares her family’s inspiring journey from Germany to Australia, how they built a successful cotton farming enterprise, and the modern…
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A look back at EvokeAg 2025 with Harriet Mellish
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20:00EvokeAg is one of the premier events for agrifood tech and innovation, and this year’s edition in Brisbane took things to a new level. In this episode, Oli catches up with Harriet Mellish, General Manager at AgriFutures Australia, to unpack what went into making EvokeAg 2025 a success, the evolving conversations in the agri-tech space, and how the …
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Aussie Cotton from Farm to Fabric in RB Sellars shirts with Liz Stott and Jim Gall
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32:52This episode is part of our partnership with Cotton Australia, we’re joined by Liz Stott, a cotton grower and the Deputy Chair of Cotton Australia. She brings a plethora of insights into the industry's innovations, sustainability efforts, and leadership development programs that are defining the Australian Cotton industry. Then, I have a yarn with …
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3/21/25 - The Ag Executive Episode 4: Interview with Nutrien Ag Solutions' Rob Clayton on Grower Profitability, Growth Adaptability and More
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37:08Jason Scott sits down with Rob Clayton, senior vice president of retail North America at Nutrien Ag Solutions, to discuss the company's role in grower profitability and sustainability, the impact of soil science, automation and AI, and the importance of adaptability in business growth. Clayton also emphasizes coaching, communication and continuous …
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How Ed Currenti found his career in Food Manufacturing as the General Manager at Prestige Foods
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49:56I first met Ed Currenti in the sheep yards at Mount Hesse, over more than 15 years we've stayed in touch and followed each others journeys closely. Ed is the General Manager at Prestige Foods, in our chat he shares his journey from a city upbringing to a successful career in agriculture and food production. He discusses the importance of mentorship…
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Jack O'Connor - 2025 Zanda McDonald Award Winner from Australia
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21:37Joining us from his ute on top of a hill during a busy week of shearing is the 2025 Zanda McDonald Award winner from Australia, Jack O'Connor. Jacko is the General Manager at his family mixed farming operation, Oxton Park. His career has seen him working on farms in developing countries such as Uganda, in the Head Office for Meat and Livestock Aust…
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Lets get to know Maegen Blom - 2025 Zanda McDonald Award winner from New Zealand
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14:07Maegen Blom is the Operations Manager within her family owned business Mills Bay Mussels. She is the 2025 Zanda McDonald Award winner from New Zealand, so we thought we would love to get to know a bit more about her and share it with you! We cover: How she found out that she'd won, a bit more about the vertically integrated business selling direct …
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Bert Harris: Building on The Family Legacy in Pineapple Farming
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37:29In this episode of Humans of Agriculture, host Oli Le Lievre sits down with fourth-generation pineapple farmer Bert Harris. From his family's century-long farming legacy in Queensland to the modern-day challenges of growing pineapples, dragon fruit, and pumpkins, Bert shares insights into the evolution of farming, his deep connection to the land, a…
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3/7/25 - The Ag Executive Episode 3: Interview with AgTechLogic CEO Tom Gauthier on 'Prescriptive' Agriculture, Building a Strong Ag Tech Team and More
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23:05Jason Scott sits down with Tom Gauthier, CEO of AgTechLogic, to discuss how precision spraying and data-driven solutions are transforming agriculture, the power of 'prescriptive' agriculture, building a strong ag tech team and why growers should embrace emerging technologies.By MyAgLife
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From Cow to Cone - Farming for the Best Gelato in the World with Steve & Keegan
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25:25What does world-class gelato have to do with agriculture? A whole lot, as it turns out and a world of flavour! In this episode of Humans of Agriculture, host Oli Le Lievre sits down with Steve Arnold and Keegan Ryan from Gelato Messina, one of Australia's most iconic gelato brands. With over 30 stores across the country, Messina isn’t just about de…
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61. Sustainable Ag Insights from the Corn Belt, the American South, and the West Coast
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35:13Sustainable agriculture in the Corn Belt means something different from sustainable agriculture in the American South. And sustainable agriculture in California is its own kind of animal. But one of the best things about making the FARMSMART Podcast is that we go to all those places and more, sharing field-level insights that make it possible to im…
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2/21/25 - The Ag Executive Episode 2: Interview with BeeHero CEO Omer Davidi on Ag Tech Innovation, Business Scaling in a Changing Industry and More
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29:44Jason Scott sits down with BeeHero CEO Omer Davidi to discuss his transition from cybersecurity to agriculture and how BeeHero is optimizing pollination with technology. He shares lessons from past ventures, insights on ag-tech innovation and the challenges of rising costs and labor shortages. Davidi highlights the role of IoT in farm management, t…
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A front row seat to China’s rapid dairy industry with Paul Niven
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46:12In this week of Humans of Agriculture we have the pleasure of catching Paul Niven. Paul has come back to Australia after a long career working within China’s dairy industry. He’s a seasoned agricultural leader with a wealth of experience agribusiness and international consulting. He paints a picture of how his small roots from growing up on a farm …
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Liz Blair’s partnering Conservation and Farming
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17:51For Liz, it was easy to fall for her now husband with their shared love of nature. It became their dream to purchase their first farm and test out a theory they had in Uni - that agriculture and conservation could live in harmony rather than conflict. In this episode of Humans of Agriculture, Oli Le Lievre sits down with Liz Blair to discuss how ag…
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“It’s the Olympics for Butchers” two of the worlds best with Luke Leyson and Tom Bouchier
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56:56It’s 35 degrees in this industrial area of Moorabbin on Melbourne’s fringes. 6 Australian butchers are 3 hours into their final preparations before they head to France and we’ve got the privilege of seeing this closed session! Oli sits down with Luke Leyson and Tom Bouchier, as they prepare to represent Australia at the World Butchers’ Challenge 20…
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1/31/25 - The Ag Executive Episode 1: Interview with Huma CEO Lyndon Smith on Regenerative Ag, Biostimulants, Growth Strategies and More
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23:32Jason Scott sits down with Huma CEO Lyndon Smith in this new CEO-to-CEO podcast series to discuss his incredible journey from growing up in the company to leading it through bankruptcy and into global success. Lyndon shares insights into Huma’s growth strategy, including major acquisitions, international expansion and its role in regenerative agric…
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60. In Northwest Texas, Survivability is Sustainability: Ky Houchin on Driving Smart Water Use with Data Collection
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25:34Good sustainable ag practices and carefully-collected data won’t make it rain more. But they will help you make the most out of every drop. And in Northwest Texas, they know a thing or two about making due with limited rainfall. So on this episode, we’re talking to Precision Ag Lead Ky Houchin from the Nutrien Ag Solutions South Plains Division abo…
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Ep 3/3: Financing the Future of Farming with Richard Brimblecombe
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28:54Welcome to part 3 of our mini-series on agricultural financing, partnered with Legacy Livestock. We wrap up our conversation Richard Brimblecombe, CEO of Legacy Livestock, by exploring the transformative role of livestock financing in modern agriculture and how innovative solutions are empowering Australian farming families. Richard shares his jour…
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How to avoid the 'Three-Generation-Curse' with Ben Law the Financial Bloke
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53:46The three-generation curse. Perhaps you've heard this ominous phrase before. Farming families know the reality all to well that their land and careers are built over generations. So why is it so common to hear stories of how quickly all that hard work can become undone? And is it possible to avoid this curse? In this episode of Humans of Agricultur…
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59. Sustainable Ag Program Enrollment Is Way Up in the Northern High Plains, with Christine Bielski
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22:47Christine Bielski's ability to leverage data and science with integrity and transparency is a big part of the reason why she has been named "Trusted Adviser of the Year" by Field to Market. And it's also a big part of the reason why the Northern High Plains Division, where she works as Nutrien Ag Solutions' research and sustainability manager, has …
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The 2024 wrap with James Wagstaff from The Weekly Times
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40:41James Wagstaff reflects on his 20-year career with The Weekly Times, one of the most consumed print news publications among ag folks. It can feel like print is in flux thanks to the shift to digital platforms and indie social media content creators. However, with a focus on quality over quantity, James shares the big stories that have shaped the ag…
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"Don't Stop," advice from Ultra-Marathon Runner and Meat and Livestock Australia's Managing Director Michael Crowley
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40:38Uncertainty of reaching the finish line is always on the mind of an ultra-marathon runner like Michael Crowley. But by pushing through, you can make the unbelievable possible. Such is the story for Australian agriculture and the long future ahead of it. In this episode, Oli sits down with Michael Crowley who recently took up the top job with Meat a…
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Resilience through Farming Financing with Richard Brimblecombe
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25:45Welcome to part 2 of our mini-series, which we partnered with Legacy Livestock to create. Many unforeseen factors can shake up things on the farm. Drought, disease, or uncertain family farm succession are just a few in the mix. So how can folks and ag take a long-term view to prepare for those moments, or pull themselves out of it through the assis…
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58. Artificial Intelligence Could Create New Opportunities for Sustainable Agriculture, with Dr. Nathan Boyd
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29:06Artificial intelligence has been a hot topic in the business world over the last year. Some of it has been really interesting, and some has been just hype. But in the field of sustainable agriculture, where we already work with massive volumes of data, there are some A.I. applications that could provide real value to growers. So in this episode, we…
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Building a Legacy through Farm Financing with Richard Brimblecombe
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24:23We're back with a three-part series that we have partnered with Legacy Livestock to bring to life. Many folks in agriculture have spoken with us about the challenges and rewards of building their dream life. We can empathize with wanting to build a legacy. In this episode Oli shares that dream. He asks how do you bring that dream into reality. In e…
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Getting Rural Australians at the Table with Jo Palmer from The Connection Table
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24:10We're sitting down with Jo Palmer, co-founder of The Connection Table. After returning to her rural roots in The Rock, New South Wales, following a stint in Singapore, Jo reflects on her journey and her latest endeavour with co-founder Julia Spicer. The Connection Table is a professional network aiming to elevate rural Australians into decision-mak…
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ITK: From analysing Coffee and Cocoa to Cotton and farm inputs with Paul Joules
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17:51Mid this year we were at the Aussie Cotton Conference and it sparked a curiousity into who the big players are, where are they going and what impact is that having for Australian cotton growers. I grabbed Paul Joules from Rabobank to discuss the current state of the cotton market and farm inputs. Paul shares insights from his experience in global a…
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57. In Southern Idaho, Tillage Reductions Help Growers Exceed Water Conservation Goals and Improve Soil Health, with Justin Place
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30:17Center pivot irrigation is so prevalent in Southern Idaho, you can see it from space. With only 12 inches of annual rainfall, Justin Place says his 1,250-acre operation is heavily reliant on pumping water from the Upper Snake River aquifer to grow wheat, barley, alfalfa and mustard. But, faced with a mandate to cut water use by 15 percent, he's spe…
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"We lost our home" From the ashes Sabrina Davis built Humans of Kangaroo Island
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42:52In this conversation, Sabrina Davies shares her journey of living on Kangaroo Island, the impact of the Black Summer bushfires, and her initiative, Humans of Kangaroo Island, which aims to tell the stories of the local community. She discusses the challenges of rebuilding after losing her home, the importance of community support, and her reflectio…
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Tom & Mick sit down with Scotty Bremner to chat all things Livestock
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33:37This episode was recorded on the 9th of October and that might add a bit of context to the conversation! Tom & Mick are back to sit down with Scott Bremner from McCulloch Agencies to chat all things Livestock. Takeaways Scotty Bremner has a long history in the livestock industry. Feedlot procurement is about turnover and continuity of supply. Mobil…
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It's a lot more than shear luck for Richie Kirkland
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36:41In this episode of Humans of Agriculture, Richie Kirkland shares his love of popping off on the buggies, hunting rabbits, and enjoying the life afforded as a farm boy in South Australia. His father showed him how to shear and he quickly realized how wool spun into a nice chunk of change for his teen years. Life in the business has had its highs and…
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What it takes to level up the family farm with South Australian Farmer Alex McGorman
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51:43In this episode of the Humans of Agriculture podcast, host Oli Le Lievre explores the multifaceted operations of a South Australian farm with Alex McGorman. The conversation delves into the history of the farm, the evolution of farming practices, the importance of relationships in agriculture, and the role of family boards and external support in b…
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56. What Does the Missed Farm Bill Deadline Mean for Sustainable Ag, with Renee Munasifi
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24:50When the U.S. Congress missed a key deadline to extend or renew the Farm Bill last month, it was not without precedent. But it is concerning, nonetheless, for growers who count on this massive piece of agriculture policy to lay the groundwork for everything from crop insurance to food stamps to sustainable ag incentives. So in this episode of the F…
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“Agriculture is a long game. You can’t have the good without the bad" with Jenny Stanton
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47:36Jenny Stanton wears multiple hats as a farmer, agronomist, netball coach, and community leader on Kangaroo Island (KI). She shares her story of resilience, having survived the devastating 2020 bushfires, which wiped out livestock and infrastructure, and how her family rebuilt both their farm and their lives. Jenny discusses the journey of running a…
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ITK: Does your family farm business need a board?
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28:04Chris Schied has been a business advisor for more than the last 25 years. Across his career he's learnt a few things about what it takes for family business and farming businesses to succeed. A few things we chat about: - Family boards are essential in agriculture for effective strategy, governance, risk management, and succession planning. - Famil…
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This little town has a BIG Dairy Story with Erica Dibden
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30:40This week we're heading to a tiny little town called Tilba on the South Coast of NSW. An old mining town, the small mainstreet pops under an enormous mountain. For generations Tilba Dairy has been providing jobs, amazing dairy products and played a key part of the social fabric that makes this town what it is. So, what's the value of branded busine…
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In the Know: iFarmwell Founder Kate Gunn on boosting resources to support Aussie Agriculture
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25:34Kate Gunn, is a clinical psychologist and founder of iFarmWell, in this episode she discusses the importance of mental health and wellbeing in the agriculture industry. She shares her journey of researching farmers' mental health and the need for support in rural communities. Kate explains how iFarmWell was created to provide accessible and farmer-…
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Darren Thomas "When I look back on it, it's something we're very proud of" | Lessons, Leadership and Opportunities
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53:01Darren Thomas is the CEO of Thomas Foods International and in this episode we chat about his journey, the family business, and how they've not just made the most of opportunities they've overcome huge adversity. From growing into new international markets, supporting local communities, the business is proud of its heritage and excited for the futur…
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55. Everything You Need to Know to Build a Sustainable Ag Plan for the 2025 Growing Season
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38:00It's that time of year when growers are trying to plan for next year, while also trying to bring in this year's crop. And we know that it can be easy to fall into the trap of rushing through that process without exploring some of the new products, practices or incentive programs that are available to help you improve your sustainability footprint a…
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The Open Road: "It's about supporting farmers' mental health" with Sarah Crosthwaite
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46:19Sarah Crosthwaite is a a rural mental health clinician from Northeast Victoria, and she has worked as a rural outreach counsellor to farmers across our region. The rest of the time she works with her husband and their team on our 550-cow dairy farm in the Kiewa Valley. Sarah Crosthwaite discusses her journey in addressing mental health issues withi…
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