There are many farms across the Mallee that have salt scalds form in their cropping paddocks, usually at the bottom of a sandhill. This forage shrub podcast looks into the way that Blue Wyatt has used his stand of saltbush to fix a salt scald area. If Blue's experience is anything to go by, the degraded land can be reclaimed quite simply with the shrubs and provide a useful source of sheep feed at the same time. In this second podcast, Nick chats with Blue on his farm at Murrayville.  This project is supported by the Mallee Catchment Management Authority through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund.  For more information click here Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are many farms across the Mallee that have salt scalds form in their cropping paddocks, usually at the bottom of a sandhill. This forage shrub podcast looks into the way that Blue Wyatt has used his stand of saltbush to fix a salt scald area. If Blue's experience is anything to go by, the degraded land can be reclaimed quite simply with the shrubs and provide a useful source of sheep feed at the same time. In this second podcast, Nick chats with Blue on his farm at Murrayville.  This project is supported by the Mallee Catchment Management Authority through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund.  For more information <a href="https://msfp.org.au/promoting-innovative-grazing-options-using-fodder-shrubs-for-mallee-farms/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a><a href="https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Blue Wyatt, using saltbush to fix a mallee seep  

In this third podcast in our shrubs series, we hear from mixed farmer and forage shrub veteran John Arentz. Over the past two decades, John has learned some valuable lessons on how to keep shrubs at grazing height and how to manage stands so that productive pasture can be grown in amongst the shrubs. John reckons the shrubs pasture stand makes it a lot easier to run stock in the Mallee and has turned an eye sore into an asset, his story is well worth a listen. This project is supported by the Mallee Catchment Management Authority through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund.  For more information click hereSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this third podcast in our shrubs series, we hear from mixed farmer and forage shrub veteran John Arentz. Over the past two decades, John has learned some valuable lessons on how to keep shrubs at grazing height and how to manage stands so that productive pasture can be grown in amongst the shrubs. John reckons the shrubs pasture stand makes it a lot easier to run stock in the Mallee and has turned an eye sore into an asset, his story is well worth a listen. This project is supported by the Mallee Catchment Management Authority through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund.  For more information <a href="https://msfp.org.au/promoting-innovative-grazing-options-using-fodder-shrubs-for-mallee-farms/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a><a href="https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

John Arentz, establishing and utilising a novel shrubs and pasture mix

In the fourth and final of the Forage Shrubs podcast series, Nick, Tanja and Daniel  'shoot the breeze' about the lessons learned from growing fodder shrubs over many years in the Mallee. We chat about the experiences shared by Mallee farmers and summarise the critical success factors. Thanks to Daniel Schuppan, Nutrien Livestock Production Specialist for his expertise on the subject, and for sharing his insights with us. This project is supported by the Mallee Catchment Management Authority through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund.  For more information click hereSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the fourth and final of the Forage Shrubs podcast series, Nick, Tanja and Daniel  'shoot the breeze' about the lessons learned from growing fodder shrubs over many years in the Mallee. We chat about the experiences shared by Mallee farmers and summarise the critical success factors. Thanks to Daniel Schuppan, Nutrien Livestock Production Specialist for his expertise on the subject, and for sharing his insights with us. This project is supported by the Mallee Catchment Management Authority through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund.  For more information <a href="https://msfp.org.au/promoting-innovative-grazing-options-using-fodder-shrubs-for-mallee-farms/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a><a href="https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Shooting the breeze on fodder trees

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)Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 <a href="https://issuu.com/malleesustainable/docs/issue_7_better_frost_decisions_?fr=sMGRkMTM3NzU3Mzg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a> 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)<a href="https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Better Frost Decisions - June 2023

In our latest episode, we catch up with Adama Market Development Manager, Alistair Crawford. Alistair is at the coal face of leaf disease management working with growers and advisors to provide research data and expert advice on key crop leaf diseases. Tanja Morgan chats to Alistair about last season, the impact of the wet finish and what to expect going into 2023.  This podcast has been developed with the support of Local Land Services with funding from the Australian Government's National Landcare Program. Useful Resources discussed during this podcast.  Agriculture Victoria Cereal Disease Guide Agriculture Victoria Pulse Disease Guide Adama web site https://www.adama.com/australia/en Soprano 500 https://www.adama.com/australia/en/crop-protection/fungicides/soprano-500 Adama Tank Mixing Guide https://www.adama.com/australia/en/tank-mixing-guideSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our latest episode, we catch up with Adama Market Development Manager, Alistair Crawford. Alistair is at the coal face of leaf disease management working with growers and advisors to provide research data and expert advice on key crop leaf diseases. Tanja Morgan chats to Alistair about last season, the impact of the wet finish and what to expect going into 2023.  This podcast has been developed with the support of Local Land Services with funding from the Australian Government's National Landcare Program. Useful Resources discussed during this podcast.  <a href="https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/biosecurity/plant-diseases/grain-pulses-and-cereal-diseases/cereal-disease-guide?utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=Northern%20Ag%20News%20%20Thursday%2013%20April%202023&amp;utm_content=Northern%20Ag%20News%20%20Thursday%2013%20April%202023+CID_8fa7fe1a24a24d871f496b3c0a1dd789&amp;utm_source=email&amp;utm_term=Cereal%20Disease%20guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Agriculture Victoria Cereal Disease Guide</a> <a href="https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/biosecurity/plant-diseases/grain-pulses-and-cereal-diseases/pulse-disease-guide?utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=Northern%20Ag%20News%20%20Thursday%2013%20April%202023&amp;utm_content=Northern%20Ag%20News%20%20Thursday%2013%20April%202023+CID_8fa7fe1a24a24d871f496b3c0a1dd789&amp;utm_source=email&amp;utm_term=Pulse%20Disease%20guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Agriculture Victoria Pulse Disease Guide</a> Adama web site <a href="https://www.adama.com/australia/en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.adama.com/australia/en</a> Soprano 500 <a href="https://www.adama.com/australia/en/crop-protection/fungicides/soprano-500" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.adama.com/australia/en/crop-protection/fungicides/soprano-500</a> Adama Tank Mixing Guide <a href="https://www.adama.com/australia/en/tank-mixing-guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.adama.com/australia/en/tank-mixing-guide</a><a href="https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Leaf diseases to watch out for in '23 with Alistair Crawford

The project that brought you Mallee Sandy Soils Masterclass events in collab with the GRDC Sandy Soils project now brings you demonstrations investigating sandy soil constraint ID and paddock scale amelioration strategies.  In this episode we catch up with Michael Moodie to talk about a new tool he has been working on to get a better understanding of the nature of the sandy soils we are dealing with. The Topsoil Mapper has been developed as part of the National Landcare Program Soil Extension funding round to demonstrate to growers the importance of understanding soil constraints prior to developing a soil amelioration plan.  Stay tuned as we roll out online interactive soil pits as part of this project and bring you more on topsoil mapping and demonstrations later in the year.  This project has been supported by Mallee Sustainable Farming with funding from the Australian Government's National Landcare Program and the Grains Research Development Corporation.  View transcript here View the MSF projects page hereSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The project that brought you Mallee Sandy Soils Masterclass events in collab with the GRDC Sandy Soils project now brings you demonstrations investigating sandy soil constraint ID and paddock scale amelioration strategies.  In this episode we catch up with Michael Moodie to talk about a new tool he has been working on to get a better understanding of the nature of the sandy soils we are dealing with. The Topsoil Mapper has been developed as part of the National Landcare Program Soil Extension funding round to demonstrate to growers the importance of understanding soil constraints prior to developing a soil amelioration plan.  Stay tuned as we roll out online interactive soil pits as part of this project and bring you more on topsoil mapping and demonstrations later in the year.  This project has been supported by Mallee Sustainable Farming with funding from the Australian Government's National Landcare Program and the Grains Research Development Corporation.  View transcript <a href="https://issuu.com/malleesustainable/docs/topsoil_mapping_in_the_mallee?fr=sMmEzMjM3NzU3Mzg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> View the MSF projects page <a href="https://msfp.org.au/building-knowledge-and-capacity-in-growers-advisers-to-diagnose-sandy-soil-constraints-to-ensure-successful-amelioration-of-sands/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a><a href="https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Topsoil mapping in the Mallee

Ian and Elizabeth McNabb have over thirty years’ experience with different types of forageshrub, 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.  Download transcript Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.  <a href="https://issuu.com/malleesustainable/docs/forage_shrubs_podcast_episode_1.docx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Download transcript</a> <a href="https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Thirty years of saltbush at the McNabb's

During the 1st week of farmFEST, MSF hosted three livestock nutrition workshops across the tri-state Mallee, at Balranald, NSW, Murrayville, VIC and Peake, SA. Joining project Manager Nick Paltridge and Extension Officer Kylie Matthewson were Emily King National Extension Manager for  Australian Wool Innovation Limited (AWI), and Hamish Dickson, Ruminant Nutritionist from AgriPartner Consulting.  After the first two workshops, Hamish and Emily caught up with the MSF team at the Lameroo Hotel. Hamish explains how he has been working in the Mallee over the past two years with this project to test different feeds, so that farmers can be better placed to understand the energy, protein, fire and mineral content of their feeds. How farmers supplement their feed base with grain, hay and straw was also addressed.   Emily gives us a quick background on AWI critical investment areas like Life Time Ewe Management, a joint venture with Meat and Livestock Australia on supplementation at weaning and what curly questions she has received on tour so far. For more info on AWI news: https://www.wool.com/about-awi/media-resources/news/ Info on Life Time Ewe Management: Life time Ewe Management Flier - contactSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During the 1st week of farmFEST, MSF hosted three livestock nutrition workshops across the tri-state Mallee, at Balranald, NSW, Murrayville, VIC and Peake, SA. Joining project Manager Nick Paltridge and Extension Officer Kylie Matthewson were Emily King National Extension Manager for  Australian Wool Innovation Limited (AWI), and Hamish Dickson, Ruminant Nutritionist from AgriPartner Consulting.  After the first two workshops, Hamish and Emily caught up with the MSF team at the Lameroo Hotel. Hamish explains how he has been working in the Mallee over the past two years with this project to test different feeds, so that farmers can be better placed to understand the energy, protein, fire and mineral content of their feeds. How farmers supplement their feed base with grain, hay and straw was also addressed.   Emily gives us a quick background on AWI critical investment areas like Life Time Ewe Management, a joint venture with Meat and Livestock Australia on supplementation at weaning and what curly questions she has received on tour so far. For more info on AWI news: <a href="https://www.wool.com/about-awi/media-resources/news/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.wool.com/about-awi/media-resources/news/</a> Info on Life Time Ewe Management: <a href="https://issuu.com/malleesustainable/docs/ltem_2023.docx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Life time Ewe Management Flier - contact</a><a href="https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Know your Mallee feed base roadshow catch up.

As part of FarmFEST '23 and thanks to the SA Drought Hub we tackle the topic of getting set up for VRT on farm. Joined by PA tech expert Peter Treloar and Research Agronomist specialising in nutrition Sean Mason we get straight to the point with how to start making maps and creating zones on farm, and you don't need all the flash machinery, anyone can do it! We also tackle questions such as:  how much data do I need and how many zones? what am I going to measure? what could go wrong?  and more  This project will be ongoing in the SA Mallee so stay tuned for more episodes with Peter and Sean in 2023.  “This project is supported by the SA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub through funding from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund.”Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As part of FarmFEST '23 and thanks to the SA Drought Hub we tackle the topic of getting set up for VRT on farm. Joined by PA tech expert Peter Treloar and Research Agronomist specialising in nutrition Sean Mason we get straight to the point with how to start making maps and creating zones on farm, and you don't need all the flash machinery, anyone can do it! We also tackle questions such as: <ul> <li>how much data do I need and how many zones?</li> <li>what am I going to measure?</li> <li>what could go wrong? </li> <li>and more</li> </ul> This project will be ongoing in the SA Mallee so stay tuned for more episodes with Peter and Sean in 2023.  “This project is supported by the SA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub through funding from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund.”<a href="https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Know your zones for VRT

Ben Ranford farms with his family at Cleve on the Eyre Peninsula. The area has an average annual rainfall of 330mm, with 250mm on average falling in the growing season. Their soils include some white non-wetting sands over clay but are mainly sandy loam. They generally work on a cereal and legume rotation, mainly lentils on the flats and vetch or field peas on the sandy rises, with canola also used in more promising seasons. Ben finds that their sands are low in nitrogen, so legumes are essential in supporting soil carbon and biological activity. He uses a legume dominant mixed species green manure over about 10% of the farm each year. Managing subsoil constraints Throughout 2017 to 2020 the area suffered from challenging dry periods and damaging winds during critical growing season windows. The Ranford's have no livestock in their system, although they have still suffered some erosion damage on their sandy rises. To overcome these issues and protect their white sands, Ben has been deep ripping and delving while growing and returning crop residues to the soil, in addition to the use of other soil health improvement strategies. To read more about Ben Ranford's story click here For other GRDC soil preservation case studies click hereSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Ranford farms with his family at Cleve on the Eyre Peninsula. The area has an average annual rainfall of 330mm, with 250mm on average falling in the growing season. Their soils include some white non-wetting sands over clay but are mainly sandy loam. They generally work on a cereal and legume rotation, mainly lentils on the flats and vetch or field peas on the sandy rises, with canola also used in more promising seasons. Ben finds that their sands are low in nitrogen, so legumes are essential in supporting soil carbon and biological activity. He uses a legume dominant mixed species green manure over about 10% of the farm each year. Managing subsoil constraints Throughout 2017 to 2020 the area suffered from challenging dry periods and damaging winds during critical growing season windows. The Ranford's have no livestock in their system, although they have still suffered some erosion damage on their sandy rises. To overcome these issues and protect their white sands, Ben has been deep ripping and delving while growing and returning crop residues to the soil, in addition to the use of other soil health improvement strategies. To read more about Ben Ranford's story <a href="https://groundcover.grdc.com.au/agronomy/soil-and-nutrition/changing-sands-mechanically-and-biologically-to-support-drought-resilience?_gl=1*1gooqy7*_ga*MTQxOTIyNjA1NS4xNjc3MTkwMjkw*_ga_45XES48CE0*MTY3NzE5MDI5MC4xLjAuMTY3NzE5MDI5MC42MC4wLjA." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a> For other GRDC soil preservation case studies <a href="https://grdc.com.au/resources-and-publications/all-publications/publications/2023/case-studies-soil-preservation" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a><a href="https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Using deep ripping and cereal rye to fix blowouts after drought

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 &amp; SA's low-rainfall Mallee region. For more information visit: www.msfp.org.au/podcast 

Chris Davey

In this episode, Tanja Morgan catches up with Weed Smart agronomist Chris Davey to discuss the tips of the trade when it comes to weed management in lentils. An experienced agronomist from the Yorke Peninsula, working for YP AG, Chris has over 20 years of experience working with growers in a region where lentils are the most abundant crop grown. Chris talks about the lost potential of not controlling weeds in lentils and touches on the Big 6 and Weed Smart resources where growers can go for more podcasts and info.  Visit the Weed Smart website here  This podcast was produced at the Tailem Bend Mallee Research Update which was supported by the Murraylands and Riverland Landscape Board with funding from the Australian Government's National Landcare Program and landscape levies and Weed Smart. Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Tanja Morgan catches up with Weed Smart agronomist Chris Davey to discuss the tips of the trade when it comes to weed management in lentils. An experienced agronomist from the Yorke Peninsula, working for YP AG, Chris has over 20 years of experience working with growers in a region where lentils are the most abundant crop grown. Chris talks about the lost potential of not controlling weeds in lentils and touches on the Big 6 and Weed Smart resources where growers can go for more podcasts and info.  Visit the Weed Smart website <a href="https://www.weedsmart.org.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> This podcast was produced at the Tailem Bend Mallee Research Update which was supported by the Murraylands and Riverland Landscape Board with funding from the Australian Government's National Landcare Program and landscape levies and Weed Smart. <a href="https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Managing weeds in lentils with Chris Davey, Weed Smart

In the episode, Tanja Morgan meets with Dave Keetch to talk about optical spot spray technology and the advantages to using this technology on farm. We cover when to spray, what to spray and and how to get the best out of implementing spot spray technology on farm.  Fast forward a couple of weeks, Tanja wraps up the podcast at the Future of Weed Detection - Putting into practice field day, with a chat to Ben White discussing key topics discussed, followed by a quick summary from Dave who summarised the take home messages on the questions asked by farmers at the event.  The Nufarm tech note for registered herbicides for optical spot sprayers can be accessed at the following link click here Download the transcript here  Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the episode, Tanja Morgan meets with Dave Keetch to talk about optical spot spray technology and the advantages to using this technology on farm. We cover when to spray, what to spray and and how to get the best out of implementing spot spray technology on farm.  Fast forward a couple of weeks, Tanja wraps up the podcast at the Future of Weed Detection - Putting into practice field day, with a chat to Ben White discussing key topics discussed, followed by a quick summary from Dave who summarised the take home messages on the questions asked by farmers at the event.  The Nufarm tech note for registered herbicides for optical spot sprayers can be accessed at the following link <a href="https://issuu.com/malleesustainable/docs/weedit_tn_web_pdf_jan_23" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a> Download the transcript <a href="https://issuu.com/malleesustainable/docs/the_future_of_weed_detection_-_putting_it_into_pra" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> <a href="https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

The future of weed detection - putting it into practice

On this episode host Tanja Morgan is joined by Matt Strmiska, Consultancy Lead with EE Muir Sons who hails from Fresno, California. Matt has spent a decade of his career working with some of the largest horticultural growers in the region to minimize pesticide use by applying knowledge practically. In this episode, Matt speaks about his experience with area-wide pest management in the United States and the long-term benefits. Since 2019 MSF has been involved with the Area Wide Management of Weeds project looking specifically at controlling fleabane in the Sunraysia. A range of  horticultural and broadacre trials have been conducted over the last 3 years and can be viewed using the Immersive Ag links below: Horticulture - novel herbicides, managing resistance and 'double knock' application https://immersiveag.com.au/area-wide-management-for-fleabane/ https://immersiveag.com.au/area-wide-management-for-ryegrass/ Broadacre - controlling summer weeds with optical sprayer technology https://immersiveag.com.au/area-wide-weed-management-summer-weeds/ https://immersiveag.com.au/area-wide-weed-spraying/ Matt Strmiska is happy to be contacted by growers and his details are mstrmiska@eemuir.com.au or 0400 860 426. This project is supported by the Department of Agriculture, Water, and Environment with funding from the Rural R and D for Profit Program the GRDC and the Cotton RDC. Read the transcript hereSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode host Tanja Morgan is joined by Matt Strmiska, Consultancy Lead with EE Muir Sons who hails from Fresno, California. Matt has spent a decade of his career working with some of the largest horticultural growers in the region to minimize pesticide use by applying knowledge practically. In this episode, Matt speaks about his experience with area-wide pest management in the United States and the long-term benefits. Since 2019 MSF has been involved with the Area Wide Management of Weeds project looking specifically at controlling fleabane in the Sunraysia. A range of  horticultural and broadacre trials have been conducted over the last 3 years and can be viewed using the Immersive Ag links below: Horticulture - novel herbicides, managing resistance and 'double knock' application <a href="https://immersiveag.com.au/area-wide-management-for-fleabane/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://immersiveag.com.au/area-wide-management-for-fleabane/</a> <a href="https://immersiveag.com.au/area-wide-management-for-fleabane/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://immersiveag.com.au/area-wide-management-for-ryegrass/</a> Broadacre - controlling summer weeds with optical sprayer technology <a href="https://immersiveag.com.au/area-wide-weed-management-summer-weeds/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://immersiveag.com.au/area-wide-weed-management-summer-weeds/</a> <a href="https://immersiveag.com.au/area-wide-weed-management-summer-weeds/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://immersiveag.com.au/area-wide-weed-spraying/</a> Matt Strmiska is happy to be contacted by growers and his details are <a href="mailto:mstrmiska@eemuir.com.au">mstrmiska@eemuir.com.au</a> or 0400 860 426. This project is supported by the Department of Agriculture, Water, and Environment with funding from the Rural R and D for Profit Program the GRDC and the Cotton RDC. Read the transcript <a href="https://issuu.com/malleesustainable/docs/area_wide_management_of_pests_-_it_can_work_" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a><a href="https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Area wide management of pests - it can work!

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 Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 <a href="https://issuu.com/malleesustainable/docs/test_a_strip_before_you_rip_with_mel_fraser.docx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> Useful GRDC resources Managing water repellence: Seeding Sandy Soils: <a href="https://bit.ly/3V40NAu?fbclid=IwAR13lxFeJ98_zhTeRddEUfkrJmS8xvEhaWyqDGdLVwZ7VZafIVnTSyEwMk4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/3V40NAu</a> Soil <a></a>Wetting agents: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F3TUrupT%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2k7o0qFcWjxsz-vGVGwLSXlfm4wuG8z1YxdsD5sMhnxLkZCMBGfbJh6bw&amp;h=AT2-Xl5gF-XJKUn2IbEGvXpGeJ8M69p6KXwtKmcxFniwqHdIaOcVoiDjNi9aSS4qOKovZZDyC4XgrzT0kWu5HHqgvfQv8Yjv19ubc6ojiZYD4DWhS1L_0vpBLugiwZGGUNBsxnw&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT0tpnzaKErAGOs6exB5tungaIUL1XhMZpCEP5IE_buwCsmlswL2IyC22JY25eCF67GmntZBtodtRQN-5k1ETeEwDu9b2s_sYh0AOIg_98KaloHFh67xts3i45_Us3h0DVh3luYZJ29fMPoxk6yHV9QS8KlogwXAEbeLCHkDXSWCLfOHYfc2HIIIsL0gx6t6uH-VwwSGWM4h" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/3TUrupT</a> Soil Profile mixing : With Rotary spader: <a href="https://bit.ly/3gwWH4Q?fbclid=IwAR3J0sAJfjSZgXfSKOyxiQce3X-Ww6ysxiz3tDNqGnljkf7PtC9TVEXlPj8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/3gwWH4Q</a> Technology considerations for cost-effective subsoil loosening: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F3tRgWNx%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3zzoWD7bHHuSDhtICFmkxmZH1CUNUsMHuBFkIqU7wGggqc64RNDwi4Wcs&amp;h=AT3K1zpZxzsSiVdcYPO_I6tSWG7vADxefFk6MPI452ap6gC1MWsW00uUe1QbW0CIWI_5oKqews2aneHgj5p7tlQ3os5jf90_-8u3xi4HJO72E7NN2bpZr7ZQ0lmKWwGyYmN_IyM&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT0tpnzaKErAGOs6exB5tungaIUL1XhMZpCEP5IE_buwCsmlswL2IyC22JY25eCF67GmntZBtodtRQN-5k1ETeEwDu9b2s_sYh0AOIg_98KaloHFh67xts3i45_Us3h0DVh3luYZJ29fMPoxk6yHV9QS8KlogwXAEbeLCHkDXSWCLfOHYfc2HIIIsL0gx6t6uH-VwwSGWM4h" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/3tRgWNx</a> Understanding passive inclusion ripping:<a href="https://bit.ly/3Xp1FB9?fbclid=IwAR2NYCyATQvzAuY-5JsPp43cR7BJL-9DGMBNrXJvrKZl2jfORnx7-jRIfHg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/3Xp1FB9</a> <a href="https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/</a> See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Test a strip before you rip with Mel Fraser

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 hereSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 <a href="https://grdc.com.au/resources-and-publications/all-publications/publications/2023/case-studies-soil-preservation" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a> To view the podcast transcript <a href="https://issuu.com/malleesustainable/docs/soil_preservation_with_nigel_and_peter_baird" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a><a href="https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

NSW strategies and paddock restoration experience after drought

Chris Hunt

Following successive years of drought in 2018 and 2019, Chris Hunt reflects on his experiences to get through a difficult period for farming in the Millewa region in Victoria.  Chris McDonough visits Chris Hunt in the paddock in 2022 to talk about the recovery and changes to his farm management if the situation were to arise in the future.  For more information including Case Studies developed by the GRDC project 'Practical tactics to improve ground cover and ensure soil preservation following successive low rainfall seasons' (MSF2010-002SAX) To view the case studies from the project visit the GRDC website click here Transcript click here  Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following successive years of drought in 2018 and 2019, Chris Hunt reflects on his experiences to get through a difficult period for farming in the Millewa region in Victoria.  Chris McDonough visits Chris Hunt in the paddock in 2022 to talk about the recovery and changes to his farm management if the situation were to arise in the future.  For more information including Case Studies developed by the GRDC project 'Practical tactics to improve ground cover and ensure soil preservation following successive low rainfall seasons' (MSF2010-002SAX) To view the case studies from the project visit the GRDC website <a href="https://grdc.com.au/resources-and-publications/all-publications/publications/2023/case-studies-soil-preservation" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a> Transcript <a href="https://issuu.com/malleesustainable/docs/soil_preservation_with_chris_hunt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a> <a href="https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Soil preservation tactics in successive low rainfall seasons with Chris Hunt

The second year of feed nutrition results are in and we catch up with Livestock Consultant Hamish Dickson, AgriPartner Consulting, to discuss the results of the AWI funded Feed Nutrition project.  The last two years has provided a valuable data set of the nutritive value of common crops and pasture species that are common the Mallee and low rainfall mixed cropping regions. These results will provide data sets for improved nutrition management of livestock across the growing season.  To view the transcript click hereSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The second year of feed nutrition results are in and we catch up with Livestock Consultant Hamish Dickson, AgriPartner Consulting, to discuss the results of the AWI funded Feed Nutrition project.  The last two years has provided a valuable data set of the nutritive value of common crops and pasture species that are common the Mallee and low rainfall mixed cropping regions. These results will provide data sets for improved nutrition management of livestock across the growing season.  To view the transcript click <a href="https://issuu.com/malleesustainable/docs/feed_nutrition_of_low_rainfall_crops_and_pastures_" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a><a href="https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Feed nutrition of low rainfall crops and pastures

The September episode of the Better Frost Decisions podcast is now live! We catch up with our regular climate guru, SARDI Principal Scientist Peter Hayman to learn what a spring with a negative IOD and La Nina means for frost risk.  We also catch up with Agriculture Victoria Pulse Researcher Jason Brand to discuss frost in pulse crops, Eyre Peninsula Independent Consultant Josh Hollitt to check in on the AIR EP Tooligie Hill frost demonstration site and FAR Australia Research Director Kenton Porker to talk about the latest GRDC investment in frost.  Have you joined the BFD Facebook page? Join here  You can also check out the latest Better Frost Decisions Newsletter here View the transcript hereSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The September episode of the Better Frost Decisions podcast is now live! We catch up with our regular climate guru, SARDI Principal Scientist Peter Hayman to learn what a spring with a negative IOD and La Nina means for frost risk.  We also catch up with Agriculture Victoria Pulse Researcher Jason Brand to discuss frost in pulse crops, Eyre Peninsula Independent Consultant Josh Hollitt to check in on the AIR EP Tooligie Hill frost demonstration site and FAR Australia Research Director Kenton Porker to talk about the latest GRDC investment in frost.  Have you joined the BFD Facebook page? <a href="https://bit.ly/BFDFb" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join here</a> You can also check out the latest Better Frost Decisions Newsletter <a href="https://bit.ly/3LGtTC1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> View the transcript <a href="https://bit.ly/3UERZBa" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a><a href="https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Better Frost Decisions September 2022

🤔 How REGEN AG are you? 🌿 The principles of regenerative agriculture can be adopted in a low rainfall environment, and chances are you are probably doing them already! To find out more what people think about Regen Ag we polled our online audience. Our recent Facebook &amp; Twitter poll found that: 👉 95% practice no-till 👉85% maintain as much soil cover as possible 👉80% are interested in Regen Ag When we asked 'what represents Regen Ag to you?'  60% said maximum ground cover  60% said it meant crop diversity 40% said natural cycling of nutrients with minimum to no inputs 20% said growing summer and/or winter mixed species 20% said maximum inputs for peak biomass  To clear up some common misconceptions about Regen Ag and learn more about what it takes to making it work in the low rainfall Mallee we caught up with CSIRO Soil Microbiology Research Scientist - Dr Vadakattu Gupta, who has been measuring soil health in different Mallee farming systems.  The project "Regenerative opportunities for building resilience in low rainfall farming systems" has been supported by the Murraylands and Riverland Landscape Board with funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund.  Project partners include the Murraylands and Riverland Landscape Board, CSIRO, Mallee Sustainable Farming and Birchip Cropping Group. Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

🤔 How REGEN AG are you? 🌿 The principles of regenerative agriculture can be adopted in a low rainfall environment, and chances are you are probably doing them already! To find out more what people think about Regen Ag we polled our online audience. Our recent Facebook &amp; Twitter poll found that: 👉 95% practice no-till 👉85% maintain as much soil cover as possible 👉80% are interested in Regen Ag When we asked 'what represents Regen Ag to you?' <ul> <li>60% said maximum ground cover </li> <li>60% said it meant crop diversity</li> <li>40% said natural cycling of nutrients with minimum to no inputs</li> <li>20% said growing summer and/or winter mixed species</li> <li>20% said maximum inputs for peak biomass</li> </ul> To clear up some common misconceptions about Regen Ag and learn more about what it takes to making it work in the low rainfall Mallee we caught up with CSIRO Soil Microbiology Research Scientist - Dr Vadakattu Gupta, who has been measuring soil health in different Mallee farming systems.  The project "Regenerative opportunities for building resilience in low rainfall farming systems" has been supported by the Murraylands and Riverland Landscape Board with funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund.  Project partners include the Murraylands and Riverland Landscape Board, CSIRO, Mallee Sustainable Farming and Birchip Cropping Group. <a href="https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Regen Ag in the low rainfall Mallee with Gupta

Tanya Lehman wears many hats and is well know in her community for her work in supporting regional communities to thrive. Her latest role sees her helping to support a new project coaching a new group of 'Vocal Locals' in the community that are there to share their experiences of how they work on taking care of their mental health and wellbeing especially in times of stress.  The Vocal Locals project is led by the University of South Australia, promoting the ifarmwell program with funding from the FRRR Future Drought Fund.  This podcast has been made possible by SPAA with funding from the FRRR Future Drought Fund. “SPAA is Australasia’s leading independent advocate and facilitator for increased research, extension and adoption of precision agriculture, delivering industry wide value across different sectors.”   SPAA would also like to acknowledge their principal sponsors: John Deere, CNHi, Manutec, and Elders.Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tanya Lehman wears many hats and is well know in her community for her work in supporting regional communities to thrive. Her latest role sees her helping to support a new project coaching a new group of 'Vocal Locals' in the community that are there to share their experiences of how they work on taking care of their mental health and wellbeing especially in times of stress.  The Vocal Locals project is led by the University of South Australia, promoting the ifarmwell program with funding from the FRRR Future Drought Fund.  This podcast has been made possible by SPAA with funding from the FRRR Future Drought Fund. “SPAA is Australasia’s leading independent advocate and facilitator for increased research, extension and adoption of precision agriculture, delivering industry wide value across different sectors.” SPAA would also like to acknowledge their principal sponsors: John Deere, CNHi, Manutec, and Elders.<a href="https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Vocal Locals helping to break new ground with Tanya Lehman

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