AgriFutures On Air
The official podcast channel for AgriFutures Australia.
Episodes
154 episodes
The Power of Community in Leadership: Insights from Sarah Secker, Australian Institute of Company Directors Course Graduate
"I think leadership is about having those abilities to public speak and all that kind of stuff, but it's about bringing people together."Discover the inspiring journey of Sarah Secker, a remarkable leader in Australian agriculture. Sarah...
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Season 4
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Episode 31
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27:38
Integrating Angoras with Merinos: A Conversation with Dr. Susan Robertson
Join the Fibre Frontier! In this episode, we join the AgriFutures Australia Goat Fibre Program Extension team, neXtgen Agri as they sit down with Dr. Susan Robertson, a senior lecturer at Charles Sturt University and passionate mohair producer,...
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Season 4
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Episode 30
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33:42
From pharmacy to farm: Mary Nenke’s aquaculture revolution and rural advocacy
Mary Nenke's journey from aspiring pharmacist to renowned "yabby lady" is a captivating tale of serendipity, resilience, and a lifelong passion for agriculture. Growing up in the city, Mary never imagined she'd end up as a pioneering force in A...
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Season 4
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Episode 29
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34:27
Bold Moves & Breakthroughs: Nathan Cleasby’s Journey to Redclaw Success
Meet Nathan Cleasby, Aquaculturist who’s passion for both research and aquaculture is driving innovation and growth throughout the Redclaw crayfish industry.Nathan’s journey from Sydney to Townsville inspired him to pursue a master's de...
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Season 4
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Episode 28
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27:07
AI, climate and global shifts: Navigating the future of farming
The agricultural landscape is rapidly evolving, with a complex web of forces shaping the industry's future. This episode explores a new report from Agrifutures Australia that explores the "cross-sectional forces" set to impact the sector.
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Season 4
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Episode 27
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14:59
Leading Through Adversity: Tanya Dupagne's Story of Resilience and Advocacy
Tanya Dupagne has dedicated her career to supporting children and communities in need, both in Australia and around the world. As the 2017 AgriFutures Rural Woman of the Year, Tanya used her platform to launch a transformative grassroots leader...
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Season 4
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Episode 26
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42:48
The truly nutty potential of hazelnuts
Jean and Basil Baldwin are pioneers in the Australian hazelnut industry. Both now in their 80s, the duo continue to play an active role in the day-to-day operations of Fourjay Farms on the outskirts of Orange, NSW, an operation they run in part...
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Season 4
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Episode 25
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32:14
Graziher x AgriFutures: Life on the Land with Kate Lamason
We celebrate the winners of the AgriFutures Rural Women's Award in this special series of Graziher's Life on the Land podcast.Did you know as a nation, we consume...
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Season 4
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Episode 24
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39:03
Graziher x AgriFutures: Life on the Land with Rebecca Keeley
We celebrate the winners of the AgriFutures Rural Women's Award in this special series of Graziher's Life on the Land podcast.In this episode you'll meet Rebecca...
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Season 4
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Episode 23
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38:13
Graziher x AgriFutures: Life on the Land with Belle Binder
We celebrate the winners of the AgriFutures Rural Women's Award in this special series of Graziher's Life on the Land podcast.In this episode you'll meet Belle Bi...
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Season 4
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Episode 22
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38:18
Graziher x AgriFutures: Life on the Land with Grace Larson
We celebrate the winners of the AgriFutures Rural Women's Award in this special series of Graziher's Life on the Land podcast.In this episode you'll meet Grace L...
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Season 4
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Episode 21
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41:45
Graziher x AgriFutures: Life on the Land with Tanya Egerton
We celebrate the winners of the AgriFutures Rural Women's Award in this special series of Graziher's Life on the Land podcast.In this episode you'll meet Tanya Eg...
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Season 4
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Episode 20
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27:47
Graziher x AgriFutures: Life on the Land with Nikki Atkinson
We celebrate the winners of the AgriFutures Rural Women's Award in this special series of Graziher's Life on the Land podcast.In this episode you'll meet Nikki At...
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Season 4
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Episode 19
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41:31
Graziher x AgriFutures: Life on the Land with Mandy Walker
We celebrate the winners of the AgriFutures Rural Women's Award in this special series of Graziher's Life on the Land podcast.In this episode you'll meet Mandy W...
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Season 4
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Episode 18
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38:18
How this squishy sea creature could save our aquatic ecosystems
With their long, lumpy body and leathery skin, your first thought upon seeing a sea cucumber probably isn't that it's a delicacy enjoyed by Emperors.However, the unassuming little creatures are the foundation of a $4.4 billion global in...
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Season 4
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Episode 17
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37:23
The bikkie-based brainwave that kickstarted Australia's insect industry
In 2018, at a cafe beside a dog park, Shaun Eislers had a brainwave. A reimagining of how we feed our pets, while simultaneously reducing pressure on our food systems as the population grows. The key? Insects.BuggyBix, Australia’s leadi...
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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31:30
The tree that can do everything
"They smell like a cross between asparagus and peanut butter!"Despite being recognised as a safe and nutritious food source across the world for many years, Moringa (Moringa oleifera) remains classified as a non-traditional and...
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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30:27
'Bitter', 'berry-like', 'winey' ... what makes your coffee distinctive?
For many Aussies, coffee is a much-needed daily ritual. Despite our obsession, we import 99 per cent of our green beans even though we have a long established domestic growing industry. For our 50 Australian coffee growers, h...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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33:16
Varroa Expert Interview Series: Topic 6 - Chemicals for treating varroa - organic or synthetic?
AgriFutures and Australian Honey Bee Industry Council (AHBIC) are unveiling a suite of Varroa focused resources. It’s the first Varroa communication activity that looks at how beekeepers can manage Varroa and remain productive and ...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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1:12:47
Varroa Expert Interview Series: Topic 5 - Integrated pest management
AgriFutures and Australian Honey Bee Industry Council (AHBIC) are unveiling a suite of Varroa focused resources. It’s the first Varroa communication activity that looks at how beekeepers can manage Varroa and remain productive and ...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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1:11:37
Varroa Expert Interview Series: Topic 4 - Breeding for varroa resistance
AgriFutures and Australian Honey Bee Industry Council (AHBIC) are unveiling a suite of Varroa focused resources. It’s the first Varroa communication activity that looks at how beekeepers can manage Varroa and remain productive and ...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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1:18:52
Three rice projects set to boost the industry
The AgriFutures Rice Program is aiming to increase water productivity to an average of 1.5 tonnes per megalitre by 2026. It’s an ambitious goal and will rely on whole-of industry c...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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35:37
Varroa Expert Interview Series: Topic 3 - What does varroa mean for pollination in Australia?
AgriFutures and Australian Honey Bee Industry Council (AHBIC) are unveiling a suite of Varroa focused resources. It’s the first Varroa communication activity that looks at how beekeepers can manage Varroa and remain productive and ...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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45:27
Varroa Expert Interview Series: Topic 2 - Impacts of varroa on honey bee health
AgriFutures and Australian Honey Bee Industry Council (AHBIC) are unveiling a suite of Varroa focused resources. It’s the first Varroa communication activity that looks at how beekeepers can manage Varroa and remain productive and ...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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1:04:40
Varroa Expert Interview Series: Topic 1 - Slowing the spread
AgriFutures and Australian Honey Bee Industry Council (AHBIC) are unveiling a suite of Varroa focused resources. It’s the first Varroa communication activity that looks at how beekeepers can manage Varroa and remain productive and ...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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42:21