S4 Ep 26 - Harvest Her Power
Australian Farmers: Telling Our Story
All farmers wear many hats, but others wear more than they need to. From farming, to podcasting, being a mum and heralding rural women through a groundbreaking conference, my guest today is spreading an important message with her own unique story. Founder of Harvest Her Power, Katja Williams joins me now. Katja’s favourite place on her farm is when the family enjoys picnics on the hill where you can see almost the whole of Orange. She became an ag-influencer by finding her own space and, starting her Instagram page over five years ago. Empowering rural women is...
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S4 Ep 25 - One Family One Flock
Australian Farmers: Telling Our Story
One Family. One Flock. That’s the extraordinary history that belongs to the Dennis family. Since 1840, each generation has added their own touch to this unique sheep farm and historic homestead, Tardwarncoort in south-western Victoria. It’s also home to Australia’s first breed of sheep – the Polwarth. And everyone is invited to share in the property’s rich history with accommodation and a wool shop open to the public. To learn more, Tom Dennis of the place affectionately known as Tarndie, joins me now. Tom’s favourite place on the farm is the courtyard. ...
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S4 Ep 24 - Giving Back
Australian Farmers: Telling Our Story
We’re all busy but sometimes you meet someone, take a look at their schedule, and wonder how on earth it’s all possible. From studying nursing, to helping on the family cattle property, being an active member of the Country Women’s Association, visiting parliament and even sitting on the local Campdraft committee. It all comes back to a deep love of rural Australia. To learn more about her impressive contribution to the industry, Charlotte Leys joins me now. Charlotte’s favourite place on the family farm is riding her horse down at the back creek. Studying nursing, working...
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S4 Ep 23 – Natural Capital
Australian Farmers: Telling Our Story
Behind every piece of food we eat and fibre we wear, there is not only a farmer, but a scientist solving the ever-changing puzzle that is agriculture. Whether it be adapting to changes in climate or bolstering natural capital. Paris Capell is a passionate young agricultural professional who is helping to make a meaningful mark on the future of farming, and she joins me now. Paris’ favourite place is being in the ‘living classroom of home’. Realising agriculture was her path while working at the local pool in summer. She started wondering where the...
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S4 Ep 22 - Stepping Up
Australian Farmers: Telling Our Story
https://www.prettypodchttps://www.prettypodcasts.com/ asts.com/ Joining stock camps in north-west Queensland is about as tough as it gets, let alone holding your own there as a teenager. It kick-started a career in agriculture that has since spanned the country. For now, a pause, managing Elverton Pastoral in Blessington, Tasmania. And they say farmers wear many hats, so a mechanics apprenticeship, dog handling skills, courses in low stress stock handling and grazing management have all prepared young talent William Lyon for his current role. To learn more, William Lyon joins me...
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S4 Ep 21 - A Farmer’s Take on Tariffs
Australian Farmers: Telling Our Story
Tariffs are a bit of a buzz word right now. But what do they really mean for our farmers? The answer is – they can be good and bad. Who better to break it down for us than Julia Hausler. She runs a successful family farm, and holds influential roles within industry body GrainGrowers. Julia is a tireless advocate for economic and social opportunities in her part of the world, Victoria’s Wimmera region. To learn more Julia joins me now. Julia’s favourite place on the family farm is the creek, as it transforms throughout the years. She assists with the marketing,...
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S4 Ep 20 - Wendy’s Cooking Adventures
Australian Farmers: Telling Our Story
A love of food can most certainly take you anywhere, but perhaps an unlikely destination is a remote Northern Territory cattle station. It’s a path down which former Brisbane café owner Wendy Cox has ventured. For those of us who haven’t been lucky enough to try her recipes, she generously shares photos of the sizeable spreads she prepares for the cowboys and girls. To learn more about Wendy’s Cooking Adventures, the lady herself joins us now. Wendy’s favourite place on the station is Telstra Hill, where you can see for miles and enjoy amazing sunsets. She traded café life in...
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S4 Ep 19 - The Unconventional Farmer
Australian Farmers: Telling Our Story
As she calls a sprawling homestead in southern NSW home, it’s hard to fathom how Hannah Bamford has gone from leaving school directionless – to being the assistant manager of a 4000-hectare property near Young. Her career in agriculture all started thanks to a chance meeting with a vet, which set off an incredible chain of events that have culminated in the 31-year-old launching her own rural employment platform Ag-Work Solutions. To learn more about her unconventional path into farming, Hannah Bamford joins me now. Her favourite place on the station where she lives and works...
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S4 Ep 18 - Olly ‘Blogs’ Harrison
Australian Farmers: Telling Our Story
The highs and lows of agriculture are a daily ritual for most farmers. Who knew recording those private moments, showcasing expert problem-solving skills, mixed with a touch of humour, would be so well received? The thirst for that knowledge went far beyond first thought with a single farmer’s videos reaching more than 350 000 people. The UK farmer is now one of the most famous agricultural social media influencers in his country, choosing to champion a range of causes, including inheritance tax. Farmer and entrepreneur Olly ‘Blogs’ Harrison joins me now. Olly’s favourite...
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S4 Ep 17 - BoomaFood
Australian Farmers: Telling Our Story
After an epic quest all over the world, the owners of BoomaFood based in Cessnock, in the NSW Hunter Region, are confident they’ve tracked down the best sustainable growing technology to see us through future climate challenges like flood and drought. In a southern-hemisphere first, the Indigenous-owned company has launched the patented vertical design, that grows an abundance of leafy greens, indoors, all year round. To learn more about this business with a lot of heart, Managing Director of Booma, Cory Robertson joins me now, to discuss: Cory’s Indigenous-owned company...
info_outlineThe saying, ‘fit for a king’ denotes a product of impeccable quality. It’s not often it literally means a king will try it. But in this case, caviar and kings go hand in hand. For anyone not previously familiar with the sustainable Murray River Cod produced by Aquna, in the NSW Riverina region, it certainly came under a spotlight during King Charles and Queen Camilla’s recent visit to Australia. To learn more about this pioneering business, Aquna’s CEO Ross Anderson joins me now to discuss:
- Ross gives us an overview of Aquna and their unique approach to producing Murray Cod.
- He shares his favourite product or the best way to enjoy their beautiful product.
- Unlike commercial fishing, which is banned for wild Murray Cod, Aquna has pioneered an innovative open-pond farming method.
- Their commitment to sustainability means they avoid indoor, tank-based systems and focus on having one of the lowest environmental impacts in the industry.
- This approach has earned them multiple awards and even an invitation to an event with King Charles and Queen Camilla.
- Reflecting on the impact of the pandemic on production and, the next 18 months for Aquna.
- A key aspect of their sustainability efforts is ensuring that no runoff from their farm enters the Murray-Darling Basin’s waterways.
- While the fish itself is a beautiful white-fleshed variety, their caviar is exceptionally rare and highly sought after.
- Ross reflects on the most unexpected experience in the business.
- The biggest misconceptions about land farmed Murray Cod.
- The ultimate dream for the future for Aquna.
We hope to see you back on the road soon, to learn more about how Australia grows on the next episode of Australian Farmers with Angie Asimus.
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