Episodes

  • Weather stations and Cows for Cambodia
    Feb 12 2026

    We have a chat with Leighton Wilksch of Agbyte. We discuss the possibilities and the value that farmers get from localised weather information through having IoT-enabled weather stations on the farm. We also learn about the signal that allows weather stations to continue working on 4G, whilst all our other services seem to fail.

    We then talk about his Cows for Cambodia trip, which he is running in September, a charity event where you get to learn about farming in Cambodia, and also give something back to those who are more in need. If you want more info follow this link

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    49 mins
  • Genetics: Improving efficiency and creating 6 legged lambs.
    Feb 6 2026

    We chat with Alastair Rayner, an independent beef extension officer. In this podcast we discuss the using genetics to improve efficiency in a herd, but also a secondary benefit, reducing emissions.

    A really interesting discussion, with strong linkages back into farm profitability.

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    56 mins
  • 'On an even Kealy' with Emma Kealy MP.
    Jan 29 2026

    On this podcast, we have Emma Kealy MP, the deputy leader of the Victorian National Party, and shadow minister for agriculture and mental health.

    We discuss the recent heatwave, fires, the CFA levy, renewables and a whole lot more.

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • AgWatchers X EP10: The new A$138 million bill for ag from the government.
    Dec 12 2025

    Our fortnightly market update. We talk about grains, cattle, sheep and the new change in who pays for export certifications from the government.

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    23 mins
  • Australian agriculture hitting new highs
    Dec 4 2025

    On todays podcast, we have a chat with Jared Greenville of ABARES. In this discussion we discuss the 100bn target, the value of ag, the risks to ag and the new updates on the Australian crop.

    We also discuss the March ABARES conference, which we recommend attending - either online or in person. Find out about the conference by clicking below: https://www.agriculture.gov.au/event/abares-outlook

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    57 mins
  • When you Whish upon a senator.
    Nov 4 2025

    The AgWatchers podcast is an open platform for different views, and we have had politicians from most of the major parties. This week, we have Senator Peter Whish-Wilson, the Greens senator for Tasmania. Peter holds the Greens portfolio for agriculture.

    In this podcast, we discuss competition in agriculture, ACCC changes, net zero, his favourite politicians, and a range of other topics.

    Peter comes from a farming background and has qualifications in Economics and a career in banking and finance.

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    57 mins
  • AgWatchersX EP9: Trump-XI.
    Oct 30 2025

    Our fortnightly market update. We talk about grains, cattle, sheep and wool - and the new Trump deal.

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    11 mins
  • AgWatchersX EP8: Farmers aid, cattle exports, grains holding
    Oct 7 2025

    Our fortnightly market update, brought to you by Sproutag. We talk about the state of the grain markets, the potential for aid for US farmers, beef and sheep exports.

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    14 mins