Lawrence Richmond had no idea that there were opportunities to be a farmer beyond his farm gate. But at 21, he picked up work in the world of corporate agriculture.

Blake Gontar and Dr Liz Farquharson of the SARDI, the research division of the DPIR in South Australia, share their insight on identifying and managing soilborne diseases in cereals and pulses.

Tanja took up a job in the Mallee for a better work opportunity but was ‘devastated’ to move to the area. However, the place grew on her and farming in the Mallee has since become a large part of her life.

GRDC, the Irrigated Cropping Council and the NSW DPI have teamed up to explore the influence of soil amelioration and soil amendments.

Andy Barr joins us to talk about his childhood memories on a mixed farm, where he developed a love for innovation, inspiring him to study agricultural science that led to a 30-year career in plant breeding.

The southern region is experiencing its worst season of slug infestation. GRDC discusses with Tim Pohlner and Dr Michael Nash about trouble shooting the problem now and in future seasons.

Terry shares his insights into WA’s Great Southern region, such as its Mediterranean climate and its reliance on winter rainfall for dryland agriculture, and his support for the West Coast Eagles football team.

A discussion about all things sub-surface drainage, including a ‘how to’ for growers; and the challenges and rewards of this method.

Kevin was recognised in 2023 with GRDC's highest accolade - a Seed of Gold award - for his work in crop protection.

Dr Nelson gives an insight into the GRDC invested genetics project exploring the key genetic traits contributing to successful canola establishment.

Dan loves the balance of the contracting and farming, lights up when he talks about supporting young people enter the industry.

Tom De Mattia, from Delta Ag and learns about the 3000km GRDC funded study tour which took a group of growers and advisors from Wagga Wagga NSW to Esperance WA.

Cassie and two big names in agricultural sustainability came up with the idea for the Cool Soil Initiative, which now supports farmers explore practices to improve soil health.

Mechelle Owen from AHRI, on herbicide resistance in weed species in Western Australia and the data collected from the GRDC funded survey.

DJ is the vice president of the National Farmers’ Federation, third generation grain and livestock farmer and an incredibly passionate advocate for the agriculture industry.

Dr Lizzy Lowe from Cesar Australia to discuss redlegged earth mite resistance and the surveillance measures being taken.

A semi-retired soil scientist Ann started life in the UK, spent time in Syria working in dryland agriculture, and landed in Australia where she’s done a lot of work and research with farmers to help improve their crops.

Darryl Anderson speaks with Agtech coordinator, Thomas Hall about the innovation behind some of the most current, up and coming products and services in agriculture.

Lou is a mixed cropping and livestock farmer running her enterprise alongside her parents and partner in Lameroo in the Southern Mallee of South Australia. She is a member of the GRDC Southern Panel and deeply cares about agriculture and the people in it. She is truly inspiring.

Darryl Anderson interviews Professor Mike Bell and Dr David Lester to find out about GRDC’s $11.9 million investment into predicting nitrogen cycles and losses in Australian cropping systems.

Harm’s story starts in the Netherlands where he was raised until he was 14. He studied science and biochemistry which took him all around the world, and when he got back to Australia, he headed to Victoria’s high country to study cattle grazing, but that’s only the beginning.

GRDC has invested in the Australian Grains Pest Innovation Program (AGPIP) a joint initiative with the University of Melbourne and Cesar Australia.

Sally Maguire looks at ammonia volatilisation in depth with Associate Professor Louise Barton from the University of WA.

Deborah Bishop catches up with spray application specialist, Bill Campbell at the GRDC Western update, to discuss the awareness and understanding of making good weed spraying decisions.

Deborah Bishop interviews Dr. Elizabeth Petersen from the University of Western Australia about the results from a survey of four hundred West Australian grain producers.