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The Grower Group Alliance's South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub is dedicated to sharing information that supports growers in preparing for and responding to dry seasons. In this podcast, hear from growers and industry experts on managing dry season responses, ranging from early planning to tactical decision-making as the season changes throughout the year and setting up for the following season. This podcast on Dry Season Resources is brought to you by the South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub, funded by the Future Drought Fund.
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The Grower Group Alliance's South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub is dedicated to sharing information that supports growers in preparing for and responding to dry seasons. In this podcast, hear from growers and industry experts on managing dry season responses, ranging from early planning to tactical decision-making as the season changes throughout the year and setting up for the following season. This podcast on Dry Season Resources is brought to you by the South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub, funded by the Future Drought Fund.
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1 Thriving through flexible planning in the eastern Wheatbelt 31:05
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31:05Nic McGregor from AgVise Merredin and Ben Whisson from ConsultAg Kulin discuss the realities of farming in WA’s eastern Wheatbelt, highlighting the importance of getting the basics right: planning, execution, and cost control. Nic and Ben share strategies for adapting to tough seasons, including building cash reserves in good years, knowing your numbers, and investing in areas like water supplies and crop diversity. Both stress the need for informed decisions, consistent operations, and self-care - because the biggest risk to any farm business is its people (their advice? Book a holiday!). This episode is brought to you by the South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub and is hosted by Shannon Beattie. Mitigating risk in a dry and variable climate - GRDC RiskWi$e – GRDC RiskWi$e – The National Risk Management Initiative – Grower Group Alliance De-risking seeding program – Adoption of key management practices for the success of dry and early sown crops – Baseline Survey Report (PDF) De-Risking the Seeding Program – AG Excellence Hub news - Drought Hub…
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1 Selecting the weather tools that work for you 31:01
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31:01In this episode, Dave Stead from Anasazi Consulting and Phil Smyth from Nutrien Coorow explore the growing array of weather tools and apps available to farmers. With advancements like smartphones and subscription-based services, farmers now have unprecedented access to weather data - but navigating the sheer volume of information can be overwhelming. Dave and Phil share insights on how to leverage these tools effectively to make informed decisions on-farm. They discuss the rise of localised weather stations, the benefits and limitations of popular apps like CliMate and Meteorlogix, and the importance of understanding trends in weather models. This episode is brought to you by the South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub and is hosted by Shannon Beattie. Meteologix: Weather for Australia - Swiss Quality Weather Forecasting Bureau of Meteorology developments in long-term forecasting accuracy – the implications for autumn sowing - GRDC Farming Forecaster: helping farmers make decisions on livestock production - CSIRO My Climate View: Innovative climate tool expands to support more farmers - CSIRO Five forecast tools to help you make better decisions - Meat & Livestock Australia MyClimateView: how past and projected climate data can support on-farm decision making - SW WA Hub Your weather questions answered - SW WA Hub Australian Bureau of Meteorology Yr - Served by the Norwegian Meteorological Institute and NRK Windy: Wind map & weather forecast DPIRD weather stations CliMate Hub news - Drought Hub…
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1 Land access options amid rising land prices 32:07
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32:07Join Carly Veitch, farm management consultant at AgAsset and President of the Australian Association of Agricultural Consultants (AAAC), along with Ian Donaldson, senior manager of rural valuations at Rabobank, as they delve into the dynamics behind soaring land prices. In recent years, land values have surged, and with increasingly variable seasons, buying land is becoming a tougher choice for many. Carly and Ian discuss the factors driving these price hikes, the challenges this poses for farmers, and the various options for expanding land access. Ian also shares insights into how pricing differs across regions, particularly in mixed farming areas in the eastern states. This episode is brought to you by the South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub and is hosted by Shannon Beattie. Hub news - Drought Hub…
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1 Navigating extreme seasonal variability in WA’s Wheatbelt 29:21
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29:21In this episode, Coorow farmer Rod Birch and Yuna farmer Jess Grove share their experiences managing extreme seasonal variability in Western Australia’s northern wheatbelt. With 2023 marking the lowest rainfall on record, and 2021, 2022, and 2024 presenting vastly different conditions, Jess and Rod discuss their strategies for adapting to these challenges, capturing gains in productive years, and building resilience for drier ones. Jess explains how her 2023 experience led to important adjustments, such as avoiding high-risk crops like canola and lupins in the absence of summer rain and switching to shorter-season varieties when rains finally arrived. Meanwhile, Rod shares how past good seasons allowed him to strengthen his business through strategic investments, and how thorough planning helps him make well-ranked decisions, even under adverse conditions. His approach, grounded in “optimistic realism,” emphasizes balancing risk, reducing costs, and prioritising long-term resilience. Jess and Rod also delve into practical measures like improved water-use efficiency, addressing soil constraints, and enhancing technology to keep input costs low during lean years. Both Jess and Rod highlight the value of community connection, with initiatives like the “barefoot bowls day” that Jess organised to relieve stress and foster support. This episode is brought to you by the South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub and is hosted by Shannon Beattie. Reducing costs and forward planning during a dry year (Video) - Rod Birch De-Risking the Seeding Program – AG Excellence Alliance RiskWi$e - GRDC RiskWi$e - The National Risk Management Initiative - Grower Group Alliance De-risking seeding program – Adoption of key management practices for the success of dry and early sown crops – Baseline Survey Report (PDF) Hub news - Drought Hub…
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1 Dry seeding strategies: tackling risk amidst changing rainfall patterns 28:05
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28:05In this episode, we explore how changing rainfall patterns are reshaping seeding strategies and risk management across Australia. Our guests are: Rachel May, Farming Systems Adoption Officer for the South Australian Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub, who leads the “De-risking the Seeding Program.” This initiative supports 14 farming groups in South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales and Western Australia (including Facey Group and Corrigin Farm Improvement Group) to improve dry seeding practices. Peter Newman, a farm business consultant with Planfarm, is based in Geraldton, WA. As WeedSmart’s Western Extension Agronomist, he shares valuable insights on weed management during dry seeding. We discuss whether it’s time to rethink approaches to the opening rainfall, and if less risky crops like wheat should be sown before canola. Peter also reflects on lessons from the dry seasons of 2006 and 2007 in the Northern Agricultural region. The “De-risking the Seeding Program”, funded through the Future Drought Fund, is in its early stages, with a recent survey highlighting the main drivers and knowledge gaps around early sowing. This episode is brought to you by the South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub and is hosted by Shannon Beattie. De-Risking the Seeding Program – AG Excellence Alliance Benchmarking resources - Planfarm WeedSmart Australia - Industry Voice On Weed Control RiskWi$e - GRDC RiskWi$e - The National Risk Management Initiative - Grower Group Alliance De-risking seeding program – Adoption of key management practices for the success of dry and early sown crops – Baseline Survey Report (PDF) Hub news - Drought Hub…
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1 Autonomous spraying to preserve soil moisture in the northern Wheatbelt 29:22
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29:22In this episode, Mullewa farmer John Flannagan and Tom Holcombe, Field Operations Lead at SwarmFarm Robotics, discuss the benefits of using SwarmFarm robots in WA's northern wheatbelt. John shares how the addition of two SwarmFarm robots, alongside a WEED-IT precision sprayer, has significantly reduced labour, chemical, and fuel costs on his family’s farm. The conversation highlights how these technologies have not only boosted operational efficiency but also helped conserve valuable soil moisture. This episode is brought to you by the South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub and is hosted by Shannon Beattie. Clocking up a week's work in just one day - Groundcover (GRDC) Fallow tool for the low-rainfall zone - Groundcover (GRDC) Adaptation to climate change through strategic integration of long fallow into cropping system in a dryland Mediterranean-type environment - ScienceDirect Integrating long fallow into wheat-based cropping systems in Western Australia: Spatial pattern of yield and economic responses - ScienceDirect Bots on the ground: farming's new army - Groundcover (GRDC) Hub news - Drought Hub…
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1 Diverse pastures for year-round feed security 26:54
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26:54In this episode, we explore strategies to navigate the evolving challenges of livestock management while boosting productivity and system resilience. Chapman Valley farmer Jason Stokes shares his approach to managing seasonal variability, including break conservation, confinement feeding, and diverse pasture use. Daniel Real from DPIRD delves into the Feed365 and Pasture365 projects, highlighting innovative solutions to provide year-round feed and minimise reliance on supplementary feeding during critical feed gaps. The Pasture365 project received funding from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund. This episode is brought to you by the South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub and is hosted by Shannon Beattie. Drought resilient landscapes with profitable native shrub and legume systems across southern Australia — Fitzgerald Biosphere Group Feedbase planning and budgeting tool - Meat & Livestock Australia Confinement feeding - Meat & Livestock Australia Pastures365 - Victoria Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub FEED365 - DPIRD FEED365 - Grower Group Alliance Hub news - Drought Hub…
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1 Case studies unveil top drought preparedness strategies of Aussie farmers 35:33
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35:33Join Ben White from Kondinin Group and Kelly Cussons from Cussons Media as they dive into four compelling case studies showcasing innovative drought resilience strategies employed by farmers across Australia. These case studies are part of a comprehensive, farmer-focused extension and adoption program designed to uncover and share the most effective drought resilience techniques, strategies, and technologies in use today. Funded by the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund, this project produced 24 insightful reports, all available at Droughtinfo.com.au. This episode is particularly valuable for farmers in Western Australia, offering fresh perspectives and practical solutions to enhance resilience during dry seasons. This episode is brought to you by the South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub and is hosted by Shannon Beattie.…
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1 MyClimateView: how past and projected climate data can support on-farm decision making 27:06
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27:06Join us as we dive into how MyClimateView is empowering growers to make informed decisions in the face of a changing climate. In this episode, Stephanie Dickson from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and Jen Riseley from Pomewest share insights on leveraging historical and predicted climate data tailored to specific regions and crop types. Stephanie walks us through the key features of MyClimateView, highlighting how users can customise thresholds and growing seasons, and utilise historical data to draw meaningful comparisons between the current season and similar past seasons. She emphasises the importance of personalising the platform to maximise its utility in your farming operations. Jen brings her expertise from the orchard industry, explaining how MyClimateView serves as a vital tool in her work. She discusses how the platform aids in strategic decision-making for long-term planning, such as orchard upgrades and varietal selections. Although it might be a resource you consult annually, Jen explains how MyClimateView can play a crucial role in shaping your farming future. MyClimateView was developed as part of a Future Drought Fund project called ‘Climate Services for Agriculture’. This episode is brought to you by the South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub and is hosted by Shannon Beattie.…
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1 Virtual fencing: breaking down boundaries in livestock grazing 28:29
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28:29In this episode, we talk about virtual fencing and its applications in farming. Virtual fencing enables farmers to remotely manage and contain livestock without the need for physical fences. Livestock wear GPS-enabled collars that communicate with reception towers, creating a virtual boundary set by the farmer. Our guests today are Esperance farmer Scott Wandel and Andrew Zipsin from Gallagher. Scott is currently trialling the Gallagher eShepherd neck bands on his farm and has observed numerous benefits, including improved pasture management and reduced labour. He also envisions the technology’s long-term potential in enhancing calf growth and supporting cropping activities, especially during dry periods when grazing on barley stubbles. Andrew provides insights into the development of this innovative technology, explaining how it works and its future applications for farmers. This episode is brought to you by the South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub and is hosted by Shannon Beattie.…
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1 Financial considerations at key decision-making times of the year 30:19
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30:19In this episode of the South-West WA Drought Hub's Dry Season Resources podcast, host Shannon Beattie interviews Farmanco consultant Ben Curtis, and West River farmer Joel Ebert. They discuss key agronomic decision-making times of the year such as deciding on top up nitrogen, when to sell grain, and if fungicides are needed. They also discuss some of the emotional choices that farmers are making on that journey, such as buying land and succession planning. This episode is brought to you by the South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub and is hosted by Shannon Beattie.…
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1 Business first: A decade of on-farm changes through the Drought Pilot program 25:51
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25:51Farmers Tony White, from Miling, and Peter Daw, from Ravensthorpe, participated in the Western Australia Drought Pilot program over a decade ago. This initiative, spearheaded by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF), aimed to help farmers better prepare for and manage dry seasons. In this episode, Tony and Peter share the strategies they have incorporated into their farm businesses since completing the program. They discuss how the program’s support, which included a $40,000 grant for capital improvements and an additional $20,000 for other expenditures, has made a lasting impact on their operations and preparedness against drought. This episode is brought to you by the South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub and is hosted by Shannon Beattie.…
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In this episode, we catch up with Dan Parnell, Regional Extension Officer at Western Dairy, and Borden farmer Paul O’Meehan to delve into the world of silage. Silage isn't widely used in the wheatbelt, but Paul has been growing and utilising it near Borden for many years, and opened one pit after 5 years. Dan, a consultant, delivers TopFodder workshops, which focus on producing high-quality silage and hay. Recently, he has been doing this work through a project funded by the Future Drought Fund titled "Better Making and Use of Hay and Silage - Mitigating drought and season variability effects for WA's livestock industry". Through this project, the TopFodder program is used to upskill dairy, beef and sheep producers in WA on successfully making, storing and feeding silage. The project enables these producers to improve the quality of traditionally produced hay, which will further improve the quality feed for their stock in times of drought. This episode is brought to you by the South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub and is hosted by Shannon Beattie. TopFodder Workshops – contact Western Beef - Western Beef website: westernbeef.org.au Jeisane Accioly: 0403 327 216 or jeisane.alis@gmail.com Dan Parnell: dan.parnell@westerndairy.com.au Successful Silage (TopFodder) Manual - Dairy Australia Hub news - Drought Hub…
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1 Profitable grazing systems to manage drought in the Southern Rangelands 31:05
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31:05In this episode, we talk with Brad Plunkett and Christophe D’Abbadie about profitable and drought-resilient grazing systems for the Southern Rangelands. Brad and Christophe, both economists at the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD), have conducted extensive research on profitable and sustainable rangeland management systems in Western Australia and the Northern Territory. Their work is particularly notable for its focus on strategies that allow pastoralists to manage consecutive drought years effectively. This episode is brought to you by the South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub and is hosted by Shannon Beattie. Modelling shows optimal beef system for Southern Rangelands - WA Government Southern Rangelands Revitalisation Program - DPIRD C. d'Abbadie, R. Kingwell, P. Vercoe, B. Plunkett, A. Peggs, Heavy steers and heifers run at low stocking rates enhance drought resilience in a pastoral region of Australia, Agricultural Systems, Volume 218, 2024 Cunyu Station Visit: An example of profitable, sustainable pastoralism (PDF) - Rangelands WA Rangeland heavy steers and heifers run at low stocking rates provide resilience to drought (YouTube) - Christophe D’Abbadie Hub news - Drought Hub…
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On this episode, we are joined by Meredith Guthrie from the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) and Michaela Alexander from the Bureau of Meteorology. Together, they discuss various weather tools that can help us gain deeper insights into our forecasts. Meredith and Michaela highlight several tools that farmers can use to better understand weather forecasts, explaining their strengths and practical applications. This episode is brought to you by the South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub and is hosted by Shannon Beattie. Weather predictions, risk and decision making. Perspectives on making better decisions on risk management from weather and seasonal forecasts - GRDC GIWA Crop Report - April 2024 - Grain Industry Association of Western Australia The Australian water outlook - Bureau of Meteorology SheepLinks - FutureSheep - DPIRD Weather station network - DPIRD Rainfall to date tools - DPIRD Extreme weather events tool - DPIRD Soil water tool - DPIRD The BOM Weather app MetEye - Bureau of Meteorology Climate outlooks—weeks, months and seasons - Bureau of Meteorology About the Bureau's climate model: ACCESS–S DR.SAT - Drought Resilience Self-Assessment Tool My Climate View Hub news - Drought Hub…
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