I had a chat with Joyce back in Oct 2021 she was well into her nineties it was a pleasure to have a yarn with her. From starting her teaching career at Woods primary school traveling the 12 miles from Balaklava on an a BSA auto cycle and teaching my father Brian Parker along with a few other local notables , with about a 12 students in the scrub, t…

Allan Mayfield 2020 South Australian citizen of the year Retired agronomist, community man and Clare legend . Listen to Allan as he shares some stories of his life in agriculture his community and his passion for running, not from anyone but for the simple pleasure of getting out and stretching his legs. Still waiting for Noel to take on the challe…

Meet Matthew former South Australian Rural Youth president. Son of a gun bowler and crutchers ball committee member Learn about Lars the dentist and the Coober Pedy Opal Festival. Marital advice, like is it a good idea to defeat the wife in a friendly game of bowls on your wedding anniversary.By Noel Bubner and Andrew Parker

Something a bit different Parks is solo this week before we pull up for harvest. Ben Lacey is a viticulture guru and comes from a background in almonds imagine what you could do with his rainfall nowBy Noel Bubner and Andrew Parker

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Meet David just 5km from Minlaton, a farmer with an eye to detail and a distinct dislike of snails , a love of fishing living on a road at Bluff beach named after him no it’s not David road. Enjoy this trip with a masterful storytellerBy Noel Bubner and Andrew Parker

From the Lofty ranges of Black Springs Ben has come to tell us that his VS was better cared for than others in a previous episode. There are breeds of sheep other than Merinos; he had a Polaris (which rhymes with Belarus) which was a "Bag of Snakes"; and that things are more difficult to grab when they're wet and slippery! Keep an eye out for Wunde…

Meet Jim the unofficial mayor of Mallala and his favourite dog Hemsley who was banned from Jim’s Firethorn red WB Ute . A John Deere fan who also loved red headersBy Noel Bubner and Andrew Parker

Meet Slippy and find out what the green light on the dash of a 1969 combi van is for. Farming at Streaky bay in the eighties to connecting hoses to rover fuel tanks in England. Learn what the term net tending means in basketball grand finals. A ripping yarn👍By Noel Bubner and Andrew Parker

A trendsetter of Holden cars to a life guard "Hoff" moment saving a drowning fuel cart. With his dad Jim they run a successful Poll Hereford stud "Garryowen" in South Australia and still will travel south of the border in the elusive search for something to bale. Mark is still in relative terms finding his feet in a business that is both establishe…

Balaklava local identity Peter Mcpharlin chats about growing up on the land, from horses to tractors. Starting out his farming career at just 16 years of age Peter has a wealth of knowledge and stories, pretty sure we have just scratched the surface on his lifetime in Agriculture and farming alongside the River Wakefield.…

This week it’s a bumper edition, we talk to John about his collaborative farming system based in Loxton South Australia . His amazingly popular Facebook page growing the crop which has an astonishing 28,000 members internationally. Some pretty interesting stories including how to lift international grain prices and what it’s like to be known as Amy…

Whether he's playing the role of Bush Mechanic on an incredible trip to Perth or Creative inventor; Rex has both ends and the middle of the spectrum covered. Not only is he one of the more creative and philosophical minds I have met, he is also one of the nicest gentlemen you would ever hope to meet. A man possessed with growing hay; he has the pat…

Blue has bought it, sold it, spread it and even punched it. If you're listening to this episode Jumbo, he is sorry. It was nothing personal. Starting from his farm in Kadina SA, Blue has just about done it all. Somehow the accident prone Jack of all trades has done it without causing himself any permanent injuries or loss of limbs. A top bloke who …

Covid may have brought international travel to a halt, but you can visit all be it briefly . As we sit down and have a yarn with Myron direct from Manitoba Canada! Find out what’s happening as they roll into harvest and what that warning light in the semi means . EnjoyBy Andrew Parker & Noel Bubner

Plant Breeder, Farmer, Owen Football Club premiership player, Water Polo player (how do they get the horses into the pool?) close personal friend to Bill Gates and neighbour to Wayne Heaslip. Have a listen to Andy and his journey in Agriculture, a fascinating listen.By Andrew Parker & Noel Bubner

Meet Tony, one of the states top agronomists, a member of the Pinion Advisory team formerly Rural Directions since its inception. Learn about his strong affection for islands from Naru to Kangaroo Island before settling in the Barossa Valley, and why its very important to pay your vet bills on time! Heatlie Barbeques South Australian made high qual…

Today we have a chat with Steve Noble of Hugh Charles Clothing. A husband and wife farming team who have diversified their small farming business to manufacture Australia's warmest, long lasting Flannel shirts and other items. Steve is a bloke I would love to sit down and have a drink with to hear more of his life stories. Just your typical Good Au…

Our first Dr ! Naomi tells us of her journey from the family farm in Owen SA to marine biology, a few sails to Antarctica, doing her doctorate in phytoplankton biology in the USA. Before finally ending up in Wellington New Zealand working for the Ministry for Primary Industries Finding love and marrying a kiwi. Hardly a mention of being the younges…

This week we announce the winner of the wheat competition, our first live podcast direct from Sneakys resturaunt at Angle Vale. This is also our first "speed dating " episode where we interview multiple farmers . Heatlie Barbeques South Australian made high quality BBQs Elders Rural Services Agricultural service ALANO Australian latest products in …

Roger actually spent a harvest in South Australia back in the early 90's. But this one is an interesting listen, farming only 90 mins from London and 30mins from an international airport. Find out how Roger has diversified and what the differences and similarities are to farming in Australia. Heatlie Barbeques South Australian made high quality BBQ…

From farming at Wild Horse Plains to working at the Chamberlain manufacturing plant in Welshpool Western Australia, To becoming the fastest milkman in the South Australia. Do yourself a favour and and listen to a quality storyteller who is now residing at Port Parham "Parhamdise" Heatlie Barbeques South Australian made high quality BBQs Elders Rura…

Greg Gaze tells us about Big Breasts. Roast mini chickens. HQ Holden's V Asbestos. Holden's 1. Asbestos 0. Will we get a rotisserie BBQ from our Major Sponsor before we catch up with our upcoming cattle station owner. Stay tuned.................... Heatlie Barbeques South Australian made high quality BBQs Elders Rural Services Agricultural service …

South Australia’s no 1 Ag educator How she made the leap from science teacher to passionate Ag teacher Heatlie Barbeques South Australian made high quality BBQs Elders Rural Services Agricultural service Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.…

Mel talks of his lifetime as a stock agent along with his days squeezing in a bit of SANFL football to boot. Heatlie Barbeques South Australian made high quality BBQs Elders Rural Services Agricultural service Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.…

Lameroo farmer and inaugural Crows player talks of AFL football, farming at Lameroo and a successful career in coaching and playing country football Like many crows supporters Rocket still can’t bring himself to watch replays of the 1993 preliminary final! Bumper edition this weekBy Andrew Parker & Noel Bubner

The Lonley goat herd Travel down the road which led Paul being a top supplier of goats and how his business had expanded to other game including water buffaloes and camels . He’s tried the trick to calm a water buffalo but Mr Dundee that just don’t work This ones a cracker Heatlie Barbeques South Australian made high quality BBQs Elders Rural Servi…

Malcolm shares fond memories of his first Belarus tractor and a life on the land at Balaklava South AustraliaBy Andrew Parker & Noel Bubner

The transition to painting big things was always on the cardsBy Andrew Parker & Noel Bubner

Hear some of Roberts highlights over a lifetime of painting, and why he decided to put his work on a silo Heatlie Barbeques South Australian made high quality BBQs Elders Rural Services Agricultural service Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.…

We take a walk down Memory Lane with Noels Dad. Really we didn't even scratch the surface of what he has done up until this point in his life. If we could afford the cloud storage space to delve deeper, we would. We hope you enjoy our chat with (The)Don.By Andrew Parker & Noel Bubner

Meet Brian Parker retired Owen farmer as we travel back in time to small schools and open cab tractors and a life on land. Hope this triggers memories for future profiles Heatlie Barbeques South Australian made high quality BBQs Elders Rural Services Agricultural service Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may …

Welcome Farmers and friends of; to the second episode of Your Podcast; The Farmers Podcast. We hope you enjoy listening after the first couple of episodes of Andrew and I. We had to start somewhere! As time goes on we are sure you will find our guests of interest to you, the listener. Without further delay...….Episode Two or was it One anyway here …

Welcome Farmers and friends of; to the first episode of Your Podcast; The Farmers Podcast. We hope you enjoy listening after the first couple of episodes of Andrew and I. We had to start somewhere! As time goes on we are sure you will find our guests of interest to you, the listener. Without further delay...….Episode One or is Two first one up anyw…