Episode summary

Meet the next generation shaping WA’s food future. From innovative young farmers to passionate advocates and creative producers, Kate and Tracey shine a light on emerging voices bringing new energy, ideas and resilience to our local food landscape.

Jake Ryan of Three Ryans Farm in Manjimup Western Australia, brings the passion, innovation, and deep-rooted values that make him essential listening for anybody curious about the future of Western Australia’s food.

Returning home after studying agribusiness, Jake pioneered several regenerative practices on his family’s multigenerational property—becoming one of WA’s first to adopt strip tillage, multi-species cover cropping, holistic grazing, and habitat-enhancing intercropping with flowers.These changes have reduced fuel use by thousands of litres, boosted soil health, lowered pest pressure, and increased biodiversity and yield—all while keeping the farm commercially viable.

Jake’s approach has earned him recognition as a Climate Positive Leader and a finalist in the Australian Farmer of the Year Awards for excellence in diversification.

His story isn’t just about good farming—it’s about proving that you can farm wisely and sustainably, inspiring others across the state to follow suit.

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Recipe of the week

Little Custard Berry Tarts - using Three Ryans eggs laid by pasture-raised hens

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Host Information

Kate Flower

Food stylist, recipe developer, and storyteller, Kate has spent over 30 years in the food industry—and the past 15 bringing dishes to life for some of Australia’s most loved brands. From the farm gate to the family table, she’s passionate about the journey of every ingredient, and how understanding that journey changes the way we cook, eat