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MSF Farm Talk Podcast

Mallee Sustainable Farming

MSF"s Farm Talk Podcast proudly brings Farmers, Researchers and Ag Industry connections together to chat innovative farming practices to help build a sustainable farming future for our Mallee growers. Mallee Sustainable Farming is a farmer-driven organisation specialising in Research, Development and Extension for NSW, VIC & SA"s low-rainfall Mallee region. For more information visit: www.msfp.org.au/podcast

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19:46

Part 1 Curiosity to Commitment - Farmers navigating...

MSF Farm Talk Podcast ·

2025/08/14

Join host Chris McDonough straight from the Grain Automate Expo in Loxton as he catches up with 3 growers and a machinery reps about how farmers are tackling the big leap into ag tech. 🎧 Stick with us—there’s about 30 seconds of background noise at the start as we resolve some mic issues, but the audio improves quickly! In this episode, Chris chats indoors with: Mick Caughey, WA grower managing 5,000ha with VRT & trial strips Bryson Rudiger, Mallee farmer about his gradual shift

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15:38

Salinity and Drought - What every farmer should know

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2025/07/30

This MSF FarmTalk episode is part of the 101 Soils Questions Series. We explore the basics of dry saline land—how it forms, why it gets worse in drought years, and what steps you can take to support recovery. Dr Chris McDonough, Insight Extension for Agriculture, joins host Tanja Morgan to discuss: What causes dry saline patches to emerge or expand How rainfall and evaporation affect salt movement Realistic strategies for recovery and long-term management This conversation is a

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14:05

Cutting through the carbon clutter

MSF Farm Talk Podcast ·

2025/07/21

What does "building soil carbon" really mean on Mallee farms and why should you care? In this episode, we cut through the confusion and get straight to the facts. Nick Paltridge sits down with Amanda Schapel from PIRSA to unpack what soil carbon actually is, how it interacts with soil function, and what practical steps farmers can take to improve carbon levels on broad acre cropping land. We cover: The types of carbon in your soil (and which ones matter) How organic matter breaks down—and

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11:15

Feeding the Soil, Fueling the Farm

MSF Farm Talk Podcast ·

2025/07/17

In this episode of the MSF Farm Talk podcast, we dig into what’s really happening beneath the soil surface. Soil biology expert Dr Gupta Vadakattu from CSIRO joins us to explore the hidden microbial world in our paddocks. We talk through: What soil biology actually is How microbes help crops survive drought, disease, and nutrient stress The role of stubble retention, crop diversity, and nutrients in promoting soil life Whether herbicides and drought impact soil biology Why microbes

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14:12

What it's really like using a SwarmBot

MSF Farm Talk Podcast ·

2025/07/14

In this episode of MSF FarmTalk, we take a look at on-farm adoption of autonomous spraying technology. Merredin grower Brad Jones chats with Kylie Matthewson about his journey bringing SwarmBot onto his family farm, how it’s working, what it took to get started, and whether it’s stacking up economically. Brad shares his take on why he made the switch, the efficiencies he’s seeing, and the learning curve that came with handing over the reins (or in this case, the spray boom) to

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12:18

A Farewell Chat with Nick Paltridge

MSF Farm Talk Podcast ·

2025/07/02

In this special episode, we say goodbye and thank you to Nick Paltridge, who has been Mallee Sustainable Farming’s podcast host, project manager, communicator, and all-round good sport for the past three years. Nick reflects on his time with MSF, sharing memories from the paddock, what he’s learned about Mallee farming systems and community, and why he’s optimistic about the future of low rainfall agriculture. It’s a warm, honest conversation to wrap up an important chapter

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10:13

Building a stronger pulse in the Mallee

MSF Farm Talk Podcast ·

2025/07/01

In this episode, Nick Paltridge is joined by MSF's Research Manager, Dr Penny Roberts to explore what it takes to grow profitable, resilient lentils and other pulses in the Mallee. They discuss the drivers behind the surge in pulse production, practical agronomy tips for low rainfall zones, and a new long-term rotation trial that’s set to provide valuable insights for years to come. 🛠️Key Topics Covered Why pulses are playing a bigger role in Mallee farming systems Choosing paddocks and

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11:14

Farming Systems in Focus: Early Sowing, Legumes and...

MSF Farm Talk Podcast ·

2025/06/04

Insights into farming systems talking early sowing, legumes and long term fertility with Dr. Nigel Wilhelm In this episode of MSF Farm Talk, we kick off a new series inspired by the book 101 Questions about SA Cropping Soils. Host Nick Paltridge is joined by Dr. Nigel Wilhelm from the South Australian Research and Development Institute to explore how cropping systems have evolved over recent decades—especially in low rainfall environments. The discussion covers key topics such as early sowing

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5:51

Reshaping Sandy Soils for Gains in the Mallee

MSF Farm Talk Podcast ·

2025/05/12

Looking Over the FenceEpisode Title: Reshaping Sandy Soils for Crop Gains in the MalleeHosts: Tanja Morgan & Nick PaltridgeSupported by: The Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund Extension and Adoption Project In this episode, Tanja and Nick head to Bow Hill in South Australia’s Mallee region to share what Mallee Sustainable Farming learned from a one-off soil amelioration demonstration. They explore how active inclusion ripping, designed to bury topsoil and organic matter deep

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5:16

Boosting Productivity on Tough Soils

MSF Farm Talk Podcast ·

2025/05/12

Looking Over the FenceEpisode Title: Boosting Productivity on Tough SoilsHosts: Tanja Morgan & Nick PaltridgeSupported by: The Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund Extension and Adoption Project In this episode, Tanja and Nick explore how farmers in South Australia's Northern and Yorke region are tackling soil constraints like acidity, salinity, and paddock variability using precision agriculture tools. From NDVI mapping and yield tracking to variable rate lime and gypsum

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5:21

Precision P for Long Term Soil Health

MSF Farm Talk Podcast ·

2025/05/12

Looking Over the FenceEpisode Title: Precision P for Long-Term Soil HealthHosts: Tanja Morgan & Nick PaltridgeSupported by: The Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund Extension and Adoption Project In this episode, Tanja and Nick visit the Northern Sustainable Soils region to dig into how growers are using strip trials and variable rate technology (VRT) to make smarter phosphorus fertiliser decisions. They share what happens when long-treated paddocks still respond to P, how simple

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5:10

Soil Testing That Pays in the Hills & Fleurieu

MSF Farm Talk Podcast ·

2025/05/12

Looking Over the FenceEpisode Title: Soil Testing That Pays in the Hills & FleurieuSupported by: The Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund Extension and Adoption Project In this episode, Tanja and Nick explore how farmers in the Hills and Fleurieu region are using regular soil testing to manage constraints like acidity, salinity, and low soil biology. They unpack lessons from the "Soil Your Undies" test, highlight the need for consistent testing methods, and explain how understanding

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6:42

Managing Soil Variability with VRT

MSF Farm Talk Podcast ·

2025/05/12

Looking Over the FenceEpisode Title: Managing Soil Variability with VRTHosts: Tanja Morgan & Nick PaltridgeSupported by: The Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund Extension and Adoption Project In this episode, Tanja and Nick explore how farmers in the Mid North High Rainfall Zone are using variable rate technology (VRT) to address pH and nutrient variability, improve input efficiency, and unlock yield potential. With real examples from local paddocks, they discuss using NDVI to

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5:47

Boosting Productivity on AIR EP's Sandy Soils

MSF Farm Talk Podcast ·

2025/05/12

Looking Over the Fence Podcast SeriesEpisode Title: Boosting Productivity on AIR EP’s Sandy SoilsHosts: Tanja Morgan & Nick PaltridgeSupported by: The Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund Extension and Adoption Project In this episode, Tanja and Nick take us “over the fence” to the Eyre Peninsula to explore how AIR EP is helping farmers tackle tough sandy soils and make break crops like lentils a more viable option. They uncover practical strategies for managing

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19:52

What to do when you think you're losing your mind!

MSF Farm Talk Podcast ·

2025/05/12

Ever caught yourself muttering, "I'm losing my mind"—half-joking, but mostly serious? In this final episode of the Farming a Growth Mindset series, Dennis Hoiberg returns for a down-to-earth, practical conversation about mental overload. He shares clear, relatable ways to hit pause, sort through the clutter, and take small steps forward when your head and heart are at capacity. This isn’t about perfection—it’s about regaining clarity in the middle of chaos and learning how to

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15:11

Are You Bogged Mate? in the Mallee

MSF Farm Talk Podcast ·

2025/05/12

In this powerful and practical episode, Nick Paltridge sits down with Mary O’Brien, founder of the grassroots mental health initiative Are You Bogged Mate? Mary shares her trademark no-nonsense approach to rural mental health, offering honest reflections on the pressures faced by farmers, how mental load builds quietly, and why mateship and straight talk are sometimes the best tools we've got. The conversation dives into: Why rural men often go quiet when they’re struggling How Mary

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6:40

Next Gen Ag - Meet our first MSF intern

MSF Farm Talk Podcast ·

2025/05/08

What’s the best way to bring fresh energy into farming systems research? In this episode of the MSF Farm Talk podcast, we introduce Simone Kluge, our first-ever MSF intern! Simone has joined the MSF team to gain hands-on experience in farming systems research and extension. We chat about what drew her to agriculture, how she’s settling in, and the exciting trial work she’s contributing to across the Mallee. This internship is not just a win for Simone, it’s a valuable

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17:25

Planning through the unknown in 2025 - Agronomy...

MSF Farm Talk Podcast ·

2025/05/07

In another tough start to the cropping season, with no subsoil moisture and the drought showing no signs of breaking, 'The Agronomist' Jeff Braun took part in the Planning for the Unknown Webinar to help growers work through the complexities of seeding decisions for 2025. Jeff reflects on lessons learned from 2024 dry sowing, what worked, what didn’t, and explains why 2025 presents a different set of challenges. He covers critical topics including: How soil types and moisture profiles are

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11:05

Is water repellency challenging your farming success?

MSF Farm Talk Podcast ·

2025/04/29

In this episode of the MSF Farm Talk podcast, host Nick Paltridge discusses water repellency in sandy soils with Professor David Henry from Murdoch University. They delve into the chemistry behind non-wetting soils, seasonal behaviors, and various solutions. They discuss topics from the 101 Soils Questions book, as well as touching on topics like the impact of crop rotations, the effectiveness of wetting agents, and new projects focusing on developing predictive tools and cost-benefit analyses for

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9:57

Backing Your Gut or Running the Numbers - Smarter...

MSF Farm Talk Podcast ·

2025/04/29

In this episode of the MSF Farm Talk podcast, host Nick Paltridge talks with Rick Llewellyn from CSIRO about farm decision making and the GRDC RiskWise project. They discuss the decision making processes of farmers, from gut feel to analytical approaches, and the various challenges they face, such as machinery investment and crop sowing times. Rick highlights the importance of practical grower input in the RiskWise initiative and the benefits of reviewing decisions to improve future outcomes. The

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