MSF Farm Talk Podcast
Mallee Sustainable Farming
MSF's Farm Talk Podcast proudly brings Farmers, Researchers and Ag Industry connections together to chat innovative farming practices to help build a sustainable farming future for our Mallee growers. Mallee Sustainable Farming is a farmer-driven organisation specialising in Research, Development and Extension for NSW, VIC & SA's low-rainfall Mallee region. For more information visit: www.msfp.org.au/podcast
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Agronomy after Amelioration - Continuing the Conversation with Stephen Davies
MSF Farm Talk Podcast
12/04/24 • 10 min
In part two of the MSF Farm Talk podcast featuring Dr. Stephen Davies, Principal Research Scientist at DPIRD in WA, the focus is on agronomy practices following soil amelioration.
The discussion covers methods for effective crop establishment, seeding techniques, and the use of longer coleoptile wheat varieties to improve productivity on freshly ameliorated soils.
Dr. Davies also shares insights into the challenges and strategies for managing these soils to ensure successful crop growth. The episode wraps up with considerations on seed rates and the benefits of strategic planning for future planting seasons. We would like to acknowledge that much of the work discussed on the podcast is the result of joint investment across a number of projects by DPIRD and GRDC.
00:00 Introduction and Recap of Part One
00:28 Agronomy After Amelioration
00:50 Crop Establishment Strategies
03:17 Seeding Techniques and Equipment
05:12 Long Coleoptile Wheat Benefits
08:04 Challenges and Solutions in Crop Establishment
10:09 Conclusion and Future Insights
This podcast was brought to you but the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund project ‘Extension and Adoption of Drought Farming Practices’ and ‘De-risking the seeding program - Adoption of key management practices for the success of dry early sown crops’.
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Lessons from the West - The journey of soil amelioration in WA
MSF Farm Talk Podcast
12/04/24 • 18 min
In this episode of the MSF Farm Talk podcast, host Nick Paltridge sits down with Dr Stephen Davies, Principal Research Scientist at the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD), to discuss soil amelioration practices in Western Australia.
Stephen, who has over 20 years of experience working in the Northern Greenbelt of WA, shares insights into tackling soil challenges like water-repellent sands through deep ripping, mouldboard ploughing, spading, and more.
This episode provides practical advice, the evolution of WA soil management techniques, and the impact of various methods on soil health and crop yield, acknowledging that much of the work discussed on the podcast is the result of joint investment across a number of projects by DPIRD and GRDC.
Stay tuned for part two, where the discussion continues into more agronomic decisions crucial for successful soil amelioration.
00:00 Introduction to Soil Amelioration
00:17 Stephen Davies' Background and Experience
00:50 Challenges and Solutions in Soil Management
03:49 Deep Ripping and Soil Inversion Techniques
05:42 Adoption and Impact of Soil Amelioration
09:46 Strategic Tillage and Long-Term Benefits
14:36 Balancing Tillage with Sustainability
17:29 Conclusion and Future Prospects
Useful links from Dr Stephen Davies work
Agronomy Conference 2024 paper
Crop establishment following amelioration PDF
Follow Dr Stephen Davies on X @SteveDsoilsciWA
This podcast was brought to you but the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund projects ‘Extension and Adoption of Drought Farming Practices’ and ‘De-risking the seeding program - Adoption of key management practices for the success of dry early sown crops’.
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NSW strategies and paddock restoration experience after drought
MSF Farm Talk Podcast
12/19/22 • 19 min
In this episode, Chris McDonough visits cousins Nigel Baird and Peter Baird in a paddock badly drifting in the 2018 and 2019 drought.
They're talking about the GRDC investment 'Practical tactics to improve ground cover and ensure soil preservation following successive low rainfall seasons.'
The Baird's is a remarkable story of recovery. Following an extended period of drought, which in itself is bad enough, thousands of kangaroos descended from station country to take away any remaining ground cover, and this caused devastating wind erosion.
Since then Nigel and Peter have been working really hard to get the paddock back to where it was before the drought. Their success now just goes to show what can be done with a bit of hard work and determination.
To view the case studies from the project visit the GRDC website click here
To view the podcast transcript click here
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Test a strip before you rip with Mel Fraser
MSF Farm Talk Podcast
01/06/23 • 13 min
Save money, time and get the soil amelioration result you want! Check out our latest podcast with Mel Fraser who catches up with Tanja Morgan to discuss easily accessible tools you need to make quick and simple assessments of soil constraints in your paddock.
Why is this important? So you can work out the best soil amelioration strategy going forward. Is it ripping, delving, spading etc or will a soil intervention make your constraints worse? Make sure you test a strip before you rip!
Download the transcript here
Useful GRDC resources
Managing water repellence:
Seeding Sandy Soils: http://bit.ly/3V40NAu
Soil Wetting agents: http://bit.ly/3TUrupT
Soil Profile mixing :
With Rotary spader: http://bit.ly/3gwWH4Q
Technology considerations for cost-effective subsoil loosening: http://bit.ly/3tRgWNx
Understanding passive inclusion ripping:http://bit.ly/3Xp1FB9
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Controlled Traffic Farming with Rebecca Mitchell
MSF Farm Talk Podcast
06/25/20 • 11 min
Mallee Farming AgVic Series Season 2: Livestock and Land Management
Rebecca Mitchell, Land Management Development Officer, Agriculture Victoria joins Drew Radford to discuss controlled traffic farming.
Handy resources for further reading:
For more information on the project and to download the publication On the Right Track – Controlled traffic farming in the low rainfall zone of south-eastern Australia head here: https://grdc.com.au/CTF-in-LRZ This publication provides a number of case studies of farmers who have adopted CTF and practical information.
Read the media release about this project http://agriculture.vic.gov.au/about-us/media-releases/controlled-traffic-farming-on-the-right-track
For more information on this project contact Rebecca Mitchell, Land Management Development Officer, Agriculture Victoria [email protected]
Mallee Sustainable Farming in collaboration with Agriculture Victoria proudly developed the Mallee Farming AgVic series. This series was produced to assist farmers experiencing drought and dry seasonal conditions. The development of the episodes included in the Mallee Farming AgVic series was funded through the Victorian Government’s 2019-20 Drought Support Package. For more information please visit: www.agriculture.vic.gov.au/dryseasons
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Economics of Deep Ripping with Dr Rick Llewellyn
MSF Farm Talk Podcast
06/02/20 • 11 min
Dr Rick Llewellyn (CSIRO & MSF Director) joins Tegan Buckley (MSF) in this episode to discuss the economics of deep ripping including discussion around the benefits, risks, ROI and more when it comes to deep ripping sandy soils. Enjoy!
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Autumn Climate Driver Conversations with Peter Hayman and the use of climate information to assist with making Better Frost Decisions
MSF Farm Talk Podcast
05/09/24 • 19 min
Navigating Climate Uncertainty in Agriculture for 2024
In this second episode of the 'Better Frost Decisions Podcast' for 2024, hosted by Paige Cross of Mallee Sustainable Farming, the focus is on demystifying climate drivers and their implications for agricultural planning and decision-making.
Joined by Peter Hayman, Principal Scientist at the South Australian Research and Development Institute, the discussion centres on the challenges of forecasting climate conditions, particularly in autumn, and the current neutral El Nino Southern Oscillation Index and what it implies for the upcoming season in southern Australia. They explore the importance of being cautious with autumn forecasts, acknowledging farmers' need for rain and the strategy of dry seeding amidst uncertain weather conditions.
The conversation also touches on climate drivers like the Indian Ocean Dipole and the nuances of making agricultural decisions based on probabilistic forecasts. The episode emphasizes the value of farmer experience and peer learning in decision-making processes, particularly in relation to frost management and preparing for weather-related risks.
It concludes with acknowledgments for the support from GRDC and a reminder of the ongoing project aimed at mitigating the impact of frost through informed decision-making.
00:00 Introduction to Climate Forecasting Challenges
00:27 Welcome to the Better Frost Decisions Podcast
00:47 Expert Insights on Seasonal Climate Outlook for 2024
01:20 Understanding Climate Drivers and Their Impact
03:50 Strategies for Farming in Uncertain Weather Conditions
06:19 The Role of Climate Models and Seasonal Forecasts
09:09 The Importance of Community and Peer Learning in Agriculture
15:43 Frost Management and Weather-Related Risks Discussion
19:43 Concluding Remarks and Acknowledgments
To read the latest issue of the Better Frost Decisions Newsletter click here
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Better Frost Decisions - June 2023
MSF Farm Talk Podcast
05/26/23 • 28 min
Welcome to the Better Frost Decisions Podcast, where we explore innovative strategies and expert insights to help you make informed decisions in the cropping season. In this limited series, our engaging conversations with industry leaders bring you the latest frost research and practical solutions for managing risk and optimizing yield.
In this episode, we're thrilled to chat with Peter Hayman, Principal Scientist for Climate Applications at SARDI, about the importance of decision-making and addressing the challenges of El Nino.
We also check in with Max Bloomfield, Research Manager at FAR Australia, for an inside look at manipulating flowering time with agronomic practices and CSIRO's Bonnie Flohr to find out more about optimal flowering time.
As we navigate the complexities of frost and its impact on our communities, we know firsthand the frustration and disappointment it can bring. Join us on this journey to discover what's new in frost research, hear from those who are dealing with it firsthand, and learn how we can make better decisions to support growers in the Southern region. It's time to catch up with Peter Hayman.
Take a look at the Better Frost Decisions Newsletter for June click here
This podcast is by the GRDC project "Applying current knowledge to inform grower decision making to mitigate the impact of frost, now and in the future" (MSF2007-001SAX)
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Thirty years of saltbush at the McNabb's
MSF Farm Talk Podcast
04/11/23 • 9 min
Ian and Elizabeth McNabb have over thirty years’ experience with different types of forage
shrub, established by both direct seeding and planting tube-stock.
They’ve worked out which species survive best and regenerate, and currently have around 800 acres of mostly Old Man Saltbush on heavier, salt-affected land. This stand has helped reduce the spread of saline land on their property. It also provides valuable extra feed, allowing the McNabb’s to lamb their SAMM ewes down three times every two years. Grazing with cattle as well as sheep has prevented shrubs from getting too tall. Importantly, the extensive area of Saltbush meant the McNabbs could keep their stock through most of the drought of 2017-2020, improving the drought resilience of their business.
This project is supported by the Mallee Catchment Management Authority through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund.
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From theory to field - long coleoptiles in the Mallee
MSF Farm Talk Podcast
06/05/24 • 5 min
In this episode of the MSF Farm Talk podcast, we revisit discussions from the MSF Big Ag Day Out events held earlier this year. The focus is on the advancements in long coleoptile wheat and its impact on farming systems.
Long coleoptiles are an emerging technology aimed to improve the ability to establish crops on time under drying autumn soil surface conditions, like the 2024 season. Mallee sands are well suited where summer fallow rainfall is enough to create a deeper sowing opportunity.
Therese McBeath, CSIRO, and Nick Paltridge, MSF, discuss various projects and experiments that highlight the benefits of deep sowing, especially in the Mallee region.
With insights into the integration of long coleoptile varieties in erodible soils and scenarios involving moisture below the surface, the conversation also explores the potential for other crop types.
Tune in to learn about the current trials and future prospects in Mallee farming systems.
00:00 Introduction to MSF Farm Talk Podcast
00:18 Advancements in Long Coleoptile Wheat
00:42 Field Applications and Benefits
01:51 Deep Sowing and Soil Conditions
02:51 Future Developments and Trials
04:23 Conclusion and Future Plans
04:54 Podcast Closing Remarks
For more info visit the MSF website here
This podcast has been developed with funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund.
Long coleoptile trials in the Mallee have been conducted as part of the Future Drought Fund project "Developing robust ground cover to enable resilience in low rainfall mixed farms" and the GRDC Long Coleoptile Research investment CSP2212-007RTX.
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How many episodes does MSF Farm Talk Podcast have?
MSF Farm Talk Podcast currently has 142 episodes available.
What topics does MSF Farm Talk Podcast cover?
The podcast is about Podcasts, Education and Science.
What is the most popular episode on MSF Farm Talk Podcast?
The episode title 'Frost Insights: Exploring Phenology and Strategies with Ben Smith' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on MSF Farm Talk Podcast?
The average episode length on MSF Farm Talk Podcast is 13 minutes.
How often are episodes of MSF Farm Talk Podcast released?
Episodes of MSF Farm Talk Podcast are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of MSF Farm Talk Podcast?
The first episode of MSF Farm Talk Podcast was released on Mar 31, 2020.
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