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evokeᴬᴳ⋅ 2025: Economics & Trade Episode 2

AgriFutures On Air ·

2025/03/21

Consumers and regulators globally are calling for more biologicals and less chemicals. In contrast, producers are calling for new crop inputs which meet their mounting pest and disease challenges. So how do they meet in the middle? Dr Adrian Percy and Peter Wren-Hilton have long pondered this quandary and many in between. Luckily for us, they made time to share with our contributor Jayne Cuddihy at the evokeᴬᴳ⋅ 2025 event some fascinating insights they’ve made along the way. This is the secon...

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25:38

evokeᴬᴳ⋅ 2025: Economics & Trade Episode 3

AgriFutures On Air ·

2025/03/21

evokeᴬᴳ⋅ 2025 platinum partner Elders has been helping to drive adoption of agritech from a grassroots level for generations. As the State Rural Products Manager for Queensland and the Northern Territory Nathan Surawski knows what industry needs at every level. Supported by the likes of Olivia Lindley - a rural sales representative from the Central Queensland town of Emerald, they take our contributor Jayne Cuddihy through what drives adoption in the paddock and what producers want next. ...

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24:21

SEEDED: Hemp

AgriFutures On Air ·

2025/03/20

Hemp is a plant so versatile that it has the ability to feed, clothe, and house us. The rediscovery of industrial hemp and new investment in research and development is unlocking amazing opportunities as the world grapples with food security, waste and climate change. In this episode explore the myriad of potential hemp provides and hear from industry leaders who are driving the industry forward. SEEDED is a special six-episode series for AgriFutures on Air brought to you by the AgriFut...

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17:00

SEEDED: Hazelnuts

AgriFutures On Air ·

2025/03/06

Australian hazelnut growers, processors and researchers are pulling together to show the world the enormous potential to replace imported products with fresh, nutritious, high-quality Australian nuts. In this episode we put the product to the test and discover how industry pioneers and problem solvers are cracking the code on this exciting emerging industry. SEEDED is a special six-episode series for AgriFutures on Air brought to you by the AgriFutures Emerging Industries team. Follow A...

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23:06

SEEDED: Insects

AgriFutures On Air ·

2025/02/20

The average Australian produces more than half a tonne of household waste each year. We recycle what we can and the rest goes to the tip… but what if we could take our food waste and not just recycle it, but transform it into an alternate, high quality protein source that’s packed with health benefits? It’s happening. And there’s a buzz about it. In Australia, a small group of innovators are putting their money where their mouth is to show how insects might be the answer to the world’s increa...

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24:00

SEEDED: Truffles

AgriFutures On Air ·

2025/02/06

It’s an old-world luxury ingredient that the French, Italians and Spanish have included on their menus for hundreds of years. But Australia’s growing black perigord truffle industry is making a name for itself as a global powerhouse of production and is the fourth largest producer globally. Continued success is built upon Australia’s reputation as a supplier of premium quality truffles and access into international markets, including during the off-season to Europe’s truffle growing season. ...

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20:48

SEEDED: Coffee

AgriFutures On Air ·

2025/01/23

Australians love their coffee. As a nation we consume about 130 million kilograms each year. But only a tiny amount - less than 1% is actually grown here in Australia.Why is this the case and what opportunities exist for the industry to expand? What research is being done to increase Australian coffee production and position it as a clean, green premium product that can pass the taste tests of our coffee-obsessed local consumers?SEEDED is a special six-episode series for AgriFutures on Air br...

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Coming soon: SEEDED

AgriFutures On Air ·

2025/01/21

Australia’s agriculture sector has a $100 billion goal. But what role will new and emerging industries play in reaching that target? Can industries like coffee, truffle and insects realise their full potential and help make it happen? Seeded is a special six-episode series for AgriFutures on Air brought to you by the AgriFutures Emerging Industries team.Make sure you don’t miss the series, with the first episode dropping Friday, 24 January 2025.

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23:00

Farming the Future: The Role of Regional...

AgriFutures On Air ·

2025/01/16

Could Australia’s greatest untapped resource be its own backyard? In this episode, Matthew Peacock, Head of Agribusiness and Sustainability at Densu PR speaks to Jayne Knight, Senior Manager Rural Futures - AgriFutures Australia, Adrian Spencer, CEO at Sampano and Dr. Louise Brown, CEO and Founder of HydGene Renewables as they unveil the untapped potential of regional manufacturing in agriculture, fisheries, and forestry.Together, they explore the incredible opportunities in pulse proce...

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33:09

Bridging the Gaps: Strengthening Extension Capacity...

AgriFutures On Air ·

2025/01/11

In this episode, we explore a pivotal research project that examines the current capacity and future needs of agricultural extension practitioners in Australia.Hosted by a panel of experts—John James, Jeff Coutts, and Denise Bewsell—this episode shares valuable insights into the critical role of extension in supporting farmers and driving innovation.Listen to the John, Jeff and Denise discuss the definition and importance of agricultural extension, challenges like fragmentation and resource s...

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24:46

Start-up to Success: How the AICD Course transformed...

AgriFutures On Air ·

2025/01/03

"We need more people, especially from emerging industries, to attend courses like this, to reshape their view, not just change their view, reshape it towards the right direction."Dr. Omid Ansari, the founder and CEO of HempGen Tech, recently completed the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) course as part of his commitment to growing the Australian hemp industry. In this episode, Dr. Ansari shares how the course equipped him with the tools to lead his startup company through its ...

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27:24

Ag's Next Gen: How the Horizon Scholarship is...

AgriFutures On Air ·

2024/12/31

In this episode, hear from two inspiring young people, Tess Cook and Ben Peden, who both participated in the 2023 AgriFutures Horizon Scholarship Program.Tess comes from a cattle and cropping property in central Queensland and is now studying veterinary science, while Ben grew up in Sydney with no agricultural background before discovering a passion for the sector through high school and university.Both Tess and Ben share how the Horizon Scholarship has been transformative for them, opening t...

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9:43

Agricultural study around the world: insights from a...

AgriFutures On Air ·

2024/12/23

This podcast was first published by the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC). Supported by the GRDC, the AgriFutures Horizon Scholarship Program fosters the next generation of agricultural leaders who are interested in contributing to the Australian grains industry's success.Awarded to roughly 20 students each year, the Scholarship provides a bursary of $5000 a year during the final two years of a degree, along with professional development, work placements and networking o...

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26:39

Stepping Back to Leap Forward: Lessons from the ARLF...

AgriFutures On Air ·

2024/12/18

"Seriously, just do it! You certainly won't regret it.”In the latest episode of the AgriFutures Capacity Building miniseries, we hear from two agricultural leaders who participated in the transformative Australian Rural Leadership Foundation's TRAIL Emerging Leaders Program - Verity Price, Deputy CEO of the Australian Chicken Meat Federation, and Jacob Birch, Managing Director of Yaamarra & Yarral in the native grains industry.From the powerful Welcome to Country ceremony that set the ton...

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35:18

Leadership growth through self-reflection: A peak...

AgriFutures On Air ·

2024/12/11

“It was the furthest thing from a day spa, but it gave me space.”Jennifer Galloway has a hectic life - a young family and a busy job as Acting General Manager covering three portfolios - Workforce, Communications and Adoption (WCA) at AgriFutures Australia.Day-to-day, Jen leads a team dedicated to effectively delivering AgriFutures’ research outcomes to the people that need them most. She also ensures the WCA team’s communication efforts extend to attracting a motivated and future-ready agric...

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24:32

Leading by Example: Insights from the Marcus Oldham...

AgriFutures On Air ·

2024/11/26

“Leadership in Australian agriculture involves a blend of vision, the resilience, adaptability and commitment to sustainable practices”In the second episode of the AgriFutures Capacity Building mini-series, we hear from Dakshina Yadav, a passionate horticultural scientist from Nepal now working in the Northern Territory, who was selected to take part in the prestigious Marcus Oldham Rural Leadership Program. Dakshina specialises in the production of jackfruit, a tropical fruit that is wi...

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27:38

The Power of Community in Leadership: Insights from...

AgriFutures On Air ·

2024/11/15

"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 completed the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) Foundations of Directorship course, a program designed for new and aspiring directors, senior executives, and managers wanting to gain a foundational knowledge of the duties and responsibilities o...

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33:42

Integrating Angoras with Merinos: A Conversation with...

AgriFutures On Air ·

2024/10/28

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, to get an insider's look at the world of Angora goats. Susan shares her journey of transitioning to farming Angora goats alongside Merino sheep, blending her academic expertise with hands-on experience.Discover the unique management considerations for ...

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34:27

From pharmacy to farm: Mary Nenke’s aquaculture...

AgriFutures On Air ·

2024/10/15

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 Australia's aquaculture industry, but a chance encounter through junior farmers changed the course of her life.When economic challenges hit in the 1990's, Mary and her husband pivoted from the family's sheep and grain business to yabby farming, turning a...

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27:07

Bold Moves & Breakthroughs: Nathan Cleasby’s Journey...

AgriFutures On Air ·

2024/10/01

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 degree in aquaculture, where he discovered a market gap for commercial seed stock and addressed this by developing a state-of-the-art hatchery that incorporates ozone and probiotics. Today, his 5.5-hectare farm supplies Redclaw from Sydney to Townsville.Nathan’s ...

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