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Salt of the Earth Farm Stories

Welcome to "Salt of the Earth - Farm Stories". Host Darren Grigg invites you to step into the world of farmers from diverse backgrounds across Australia. Through intimate interviews, he delves into their farming practices, traditions, and the challenges they face in nurturing the land. From generations-old family farms to innovative sustainable practices, each episode offers a glimpse into the resilience, passion, and dedication of Australian farmers and explores the profound connection between

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Ep 83: Invasive Species _ Dr Robin Adair

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2025/12/11

We're joined by Dr Robin Adair from Australis Biological — one of Australia’s most experienced and passionate experts on invasive weeds.With more than a thousand exotic plant species in Victoria, Robin explains why the battle for biodiversity is more urgent than ever. We dig into the surprising plant still being sold in nurseries that’s quietly choking our habitat, explore why blackberry is such a resilient opponent, and unpack the smart use of tools like biocontrol, herbicides, and even

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00:28:04

Ep 82: Curtin Springs Station _ NT Tourism _ Part B

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2025/12/04

In Part B of our journey to Curtin Springs Station, we’re back with the unstoppable Lyndee Severin. This episode dives into the daily dance of running a cattle station while welcoming travellers from all over — and why sometimes, you just have to roll with whatever the outback throws at you.From hilarious tourist moments to thoughtful reflections on how disconnected kids can be from where their food comes from, this conversation is equal parts warm, funny, and eye-opening. We also explore the deeper

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Ep 81: Curtin Springs Station _NT Tourism - Part A

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2025/11/27

In this episode, we head to Curtin Springs Station — a one-million-acre cattle station in the Northern Territory with a story like no other.Lyndee Severin joins us to share how her family turned a humble 1950s stopover into a thriving outback destination. From welcoming travellers with a simple cuppa to hosting thousands each year, Curtin Springs has become a place where people connect deeply with the landscape.One of the most unexpected experiences? Making beautiful, handcrafted paper from native

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Ep 80: Enviro Graze

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2025/11/20

Episode 80 – Weed Warriors on Four Legs: Dan Humpage from EnviroGrazeIn today’s episode, we sit down with Dan Humpage from EnviroGraze — home to some of the cleverest weed-eating warriors on the land. These goats aren’t just grazing; they’re actively restoring balance to our native landscapes.Dan’s method is a prescribed remedy for ecological repair — thoughtful, sustainable, and surprisingly scientific.We unpack how these remarkable animals help suppress weeds, add nitrogen back into the soil, and

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00:32:53

Ep 79: Ash Severin _ Curtin Springs _ Part B

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2025/11/13

We’re back at Curtin Springs Station in the Northern Territory for Part B of my yarn with Ash Severin — and this half of the story cuts deep.Ash takes us through the evolution of mustering, from horses to choppers to trap yards, and what it’s like balancing life alongside dingoes, goannas, and even wild camels — right up until the bull camels start causing chaos. He opens up about a fire that burned for seven months, moments of tragedy and resilience, and the personal heartbreaks that have shaped

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Ep 78: Ash Severin _ Curtin Springs Station _Part A

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2025/11/06

This week we’re out at Curtin Springs Station in the heart of the Northern Territory, having a yarn with Ash Severin — a tough, no-nonsense outback bloke with a lifetime of stories from one of Australia’s most remote cattle stations.From the early days in the 1950s, when the homestead was little more than a roof and four posts, to the station’s transformation into a bustling stopover for travellers near Uluru — Ash has seen it all. He shares cracking yarns about mustering on horseback, life-saving

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Ep 77: Sam Longmore _ Part B

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2025/10/30

Breaking Barriers, Building JoyIn Part B of our powerful chat with Sam Longmore, we go even deeper—into life, disability, creativity, and shaking up what success really looks like.From launching a mobile bar and a wool business, to starting her own sold-out workshop series (‘Oh Bull Dust’), Sam’s not just surviving—she’s creating a life packed with purpose, laughter, and bold moves.She opens up about the future of Ag, accessibility, and breaks some personal news for the first time publicly.Honest,

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Ep 76: Sam Longmore _ Part A

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2025/10/23

Bulletproof, Broken, and Unbelievably BraveSam Longmore was full throttle—working hard, living fast, doing everything… until one early morning changed everything. A life-altering accident left her paralyzed down one side—but it didn’t stop her.In Part A, we dive into Sam’s story of resilience, rebuilding, and raw grit—from the paddock, to launching her own Ag spraying business, to chasing water-skiing records with one wild determination.It’s powerful. It’s emotional. And it’ll leave you questioning

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Ep 75: Ben Hayes - Undoolya Station, Part B

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2025/10/16

We’re back at Undoolya Station for Part B of our yarn with the one and only Ben Hayes — and we’re diving straight into the deep end.From desertification to the future of farming in Central Australia, Ben shares his take on land use, food security, and the big question: why do some folks want the desert back?We explore bold ideas around diversification, hemp as a possible future crop, and how even the smallest stations play a role in the national conversation around sustainable agriculture. Ben also

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Ep 74: Ben Hayes - Undoolya Station

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2025/10/09

Today we’re heading deep into the heart of Australia’s Red Centre — east of Alice Springs — to the legendary Undoolya Station. Established in 1872 and still proudly family-run, this is cattle country with soul, and the stunning MacDonnell Ranges running right through it.At the centre of it all is Ben Hayes — cattleman, tracker, storyteller, and a bloke who’s as real as they come. In this episode, Ben shares what it takes to run a certified organic Poll Hereford operation in some of the country’s

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Ep 73: Amee Dennis_ Quentin Park Alpacas_Part B

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2025/10/02

We’re back for Part B of our brilliant chat with Amee Dennis at Quentin Park Alpacas and Studio Gallery.This episode is classic Amee: full of heart, hilarity, and those unforgettable moments that only happen when you lean into a challenge.We hear about her mission to create meaningful, sensory-rich experiences — especially for people with disabilities — and how her alpacas (and other furry farm friends) play a starring role.You’ll meet Dolly the lunch-thieving pig, teenage camels with attitude, and

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Ep 72: Amee Dennis_Quentin Park Alpacas_Part A

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2025/09/25

We’re off to Quentin Park Alpacas in Peterborough, South Australia, to hang out with the one and only Amee Dennis — where alpacas roam free, creativity flows, and laughter is practically guaranteed.Aimee invites us into her bustling farm and fibre shop, where every alpaca has a name, a backstory, and in some cases... unresolved drama. (Looking at you, Benjamin Bo)But beyond the alpaca antics, Amee shares her powerful mission to reconnect people — especially city folks — with where their food and

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Ep 71: Lyndee Severin Part B

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2025/09/18

Lyndee Severin – Part B: Curtin Springs StationIn Part B, Lyndee opens up about the emotional toll of life in remote Australia—fires, droughts, first responder work—and what it takes to keep going. We also talk land management, carbon, and the quiet power of connection, both human and animal.Find out more at www.curtinsprings.com

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Ep 70: Colin Arnold - Graze Away

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2025/09/11

In this episode, we chat with Colin Arnold from Graze Away, who’s using goats to tackle invasive weeds and bring native ecosystems back to life — all without chemicals.We cover:Why goats love blackberry and ivyThe role of allelopathic plantsTips on fencing and choosing the right goatsHow this approach supports native birds, reptiles, and healthy soilFrom Melbourne backyards to bushland — Colin’s work is transforming spaces, naturally.Proudly brought to you by Kiewa Catchment Landcare Groups The

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Ep 69: Lyndee Severin _ Part A

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2025/09/04

Curtin Springs Station, NT.In this episode, we head deep into Central Australia, where Lyndee Severin is on a one-million-acre station across 22 land types. From the unique qualities of the Murray Grey breed to the chaos of scrub bulls and the quiet authority needed in the yards, Lyndee shares what it really takes to raise cattle in some of the country’s toughest terrain. It’s a story of grit, instinct, and the kind of knowledge that lives in the herd—not the office.Find out more at

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Ep 68: Woodstock Flour

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2025/08/28

From Kitchen Bench to Flour Mill — Courtney Young of Woodstock FlourToday I’m joined by Courtney Young from Woodstock Flour — a small organic flour mill in North East Victoria with a big focus on soil health, transparency, and local food systems.What started on a kitchen bench with a tiny home mill has grown into a thriving operation. Courtney and her husband Ian are supplying beautiful organic flour to bakers, chefs, and home cooks across the country.Courtney shares their journey — from supporting

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Ep 67: Matt Martin

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2025/08/21

Matt Martin - Old Cobran Poll Marino StudIn this episode, we're in Mullameah, near Holbrook, to chat with Matt Martin — a data-driven, forward-thinking farmer with a lifelong connection to Merino breeding.From phasing out mulesing to using genomics and building smart confinement areas, Matt’s approach proves that innovation, sustainability, and sheep farming can go hand-in-hand. We talk carbon, welfare, breeding values, and how fewer sheep can mean bigger results.

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Ep 66: Courtney Young

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2025/08/14

Soil to Soul — Courtney Young on Farming, Flour & Finding PurposeToday’s guest is Courtney Young — farmer, flour miller, environmentalist, and all-round powerhouse weaving together the threads of land, food, and wellbeing.From a childhood by the ocean to studying environmental science, Courtney’s journey has taken many turns — including falling in love, becoming a certified organic farmer, and starting Woodstock Flour with her partner.She opens up about the challenges of postnatal depression

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Ep 65: Jason McAinch Part B

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2025/08/07

Timing, Tiller Talk & Tech — Part B with Jason McAinchWe continue our conversation with grazing management expert Jason McAinch. This time, we get practical: how often should you be moving stock? Jason unpacks everything from plant growth points to the role of mother and daughter tillers, and explains how shifting stock movement can even help livestock gut health through a process called volatilisation.We also explore grass vs. trees in the carbon storage debate, touch on emerging tech like

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Ep 64: Jason McAinch Part A

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2025/07/31

Jason McAinch — a grazing management expert.We explore the art of rotational grazing. From the importance of plant recovery to the role of leaf area as a solar panel, Jason shares how working with nature leads to healthier pastures and more resilient livestock. He covers everything from the dangers of Phalaris staggers to building strong foundations in the paddock — and why he believes farmers are the greatest researchers of all time. Jason is presenting at the Regenerative Grazing Short Course, Aug

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