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#Ag360 is a free app that records the past and predicts the future using weather data customised to your property. Ag360 software simplifies the complex relationships between climate, livestock and pastures and it allows farmers to reduce risk in the business and therefore improve business performance. For more info https://lnkd.in/gEVg5vAj NSW Agriculture Lu Hogan and Jaimi-lee Edwards Produced by Grow Love Project #agtech #farmsofaustralia #farmsofthefuture #grazing #pasture #farming #app #tech

Empowering Small Farmers: Discover "The Big Shift for Small Farms" Podcast 🌱🎙️ In today's agricultural landscape, small farmers face unique challenges requiring innovative solutions. Collaborating with Greater Sydney Local Land Services, we’ve created "The Big Shift for Small Farms" podcast series, which offers expert advice and practical information for growers and producers. This series covers essential topics like soil health, mental health, biodiversity, and climate-smart farming. Key Themes 🌾 Soil Health: Healthy soil is the foundation of regenerative farming. The podcast explores soil microbiology, soil carbon, and soil amendments. Experts share techniques for enhancing soil fertility, such as composting and using natural amendments. 🙂 Mental Health: Farming is a mental and emotional journey. The podcast dedicates episodes to farmers' mental health, offering strategies for managing stress, preventing burnout, and fostering resilience. 🌿 Natural Capital & Biodiversity: Valuing natural capital is crucial. Episodes on biodiversity and conservation agreements feature farmers who are preserving natural habitats and enhancing ecosystem resilience. 🌍 Climate-Smart Farming: Adapting to climate change is essential. The podcast discusses climate-smart practices like multispecies pastures and regenerative techniques, offering advice to safeguard livelihoods and combat climate change. 🌾 Holistic Farm Management  Holistic thinking is a recurring theme, with episodes dedicated to regenerative farmers. They share insights on integrating farm management aspects, from soil health to animal welfare, promoting a comprehensive view of farming. 🚜 Becoming a Startup Farmer For those new to farming, the podcast offers guidance on becoming a startup farmer. From starting a farm business, to planning, financing, and marketing. Sharing successful startup experiences provides a roadmap for newcomers. 🌟Subscribe  "The Big Shift for Small Farms" podcast provides valuable knowledge, offering farmers expert advice and practical information. Whether improving soil health, enhancing mental well-being, embracing biodiversity, or adopting climate-smart practices, this series covers it all. For any farmer looking to make a positive shift, this podcast is an essential resource. Check out the podcast and join the journey toward a more regenerative and resilient agricultural future! 🌾🌍 #regenerativefarming, #healthysoil #podcast #farmer #biodiversity #agriculture #farmingpodcast #ag #aussiefarmers #soilhealth #mentalhealth #startup #innovation #agtech #climateaction #naturalcapital #biodiversity #farmlife

🌍 Exciting News! The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2026 as the International Year of the Rangelands and Pastoralists. With an impressive 81% of Australia classified as rangelands, the potential for landscape repair through agriculture is immense. In our latest episode, we dive into the stories of three remarkable farmers, Jody Brown, Glenn Landsberg and Alejandro Carrillo who all grew up in the semi-arid rangelands. They all share a deep connection to the environment and are dedicated to healing the land. In this podcast, our host Susannah Kable explores their incredible journeys and provides insights on regenerative farming! 🌱 #Rangelands #RegenerativeAgriculture #LandscapeRepair #OrganicFarming #SoilHealth The link to the full episode is in the comments below.

🌿 Natural capital is not a new concept, but its importance is increasingly recognised. By valuing and investing in natural assets, landholders can achieve regenerative and profitable land management, enhancing long-term productivity and environmental health. In this podcast, the conversation highlights regenerative land management practices, the advantages of enhancing natural capital, and new market opportunities. Discover how investing in soil health and ecosystem resilience can yield significant rewards. ⭐ Thanks to natural capital advisor Madeleine Florin from Greater Sydney Local Land Services and farmers Ned Long and Rhiannon Phillips for their contribution. 🌍 #EnvironmentalStewardship #Podcast #NaturalCapital #SoilHealth #RegenerativeFarming A link to the full episode is in the comments below.

"Paddock to Plate" food is gaining popularity, aiming to reconnect people with their food, honour Australian #farmers, and promote more #regenerative practices. 🌱 Jo Stewart, known as the 'Gourmet Goat Lady,' has fully embraced this philosophy. In our latest podcast, she shares her journey of cutting out the middleman and selling her branded meat products direct to consumers. Discover how she's revolutionising the farm-to-table movement! The link to the full episode is in the comments below.

Not all soils are created equal. And the soils of the Southeast region of NSW have their own unique characteristics and ways of managing them. We learn about the variability in soil profiles across landscapes, the persistent challenges of weed management, and the presence of acid sulfate soils in this region.  Andrew Britton helps us understand how to best manage these soils with valuable tips and information. #soiltests, #regenerativeagriculture, #farmer, #weedmanagement The link to the full episode is in the comments below.

🌱 Good soil is the stuff dreams are made of. If you missed the Soil Stewardship Summit in Yass, NSW - no worries, we've got you covered. This is a great recap where some incredible farmers explore key topics like indigenous wisdom, drought resilience, and prioritising soil health for improved yields and healthier societies. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the transformative power of regenerative farming practices and a return to natural processes. #RegenerativeAg, #SoilHealth, #farmer Rhonda Daly The link to the full episode is in the comments below.

Biology drives nearly all processes in our #soil. From structure and water infiltration, to #nutrientcycling and disease suppression. Until  recently the biological function of soil has largely been overlooked in favour of soil physics and chemistry. So to find out more about the beauty of bugs (#microbiology) we spoke with soil microbiologist, Kelvin Montagu Link to the full episode in the comments below.

'Understanding your landscape needs is just as important as the goals you want to achieve when it comes to selecting the right seed mix.' Sarah Fea an experienced agro-ecologist talks about the role of multi-species pastures in #regenerativeagriculture. And #farmers share about their experiences and the substantial benefits they've seen from transitioning to diverse pastures. Benefits like improved #soilhealth, #biodiversity, resource efficiency, pest control, and resilient landscapes. Link to the full episode in the comments below.

If you're keen to better understand the value of your soil and gain practical tips for management that improves #soilhealth, tune in to hear from some soil experts. Whether you're a #farmer, or wanting to manage the soil for the #environment, this #podcast is a good overall view into the vast world of soils - from geology, soil formation, soil types, to erosion and assessing soil health. The conversation highlights the role of organic matter, irrigation, and the role of taking soil samples to manage different soil types. #regenerativeagriculture #knowyoursoil #multispecies 📸 Madeleine Florin ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gPYnBcwc