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Welcome to the Farm Machines & In-Betweens Podcast. A podcast that dives into the world of agriculture, innovation, and the machines that power the future of farming.
Hosted by our staff from both Serafin Machinery and Serafin Agpro.
Join us as we explore the latest trends, expert insights, and real-world stories shaping the ag industry. Whether you’re a farmer, ag-tech enthusiast, or just curious about what happens behind the scenes, this podcast is for you!
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Send us a text In this harvest episode of Farm Machines & In-Betweens, Chaise and Luca from Serafin AgPro sit down for a proper yarn all while operating the Fendt Ideal 9T. From running three Fendt IDEAL harvesters on-farm, to the performance of Fendt wheeled and track tractors, the boys unpack what really matters at harvest — fuel efficiency, capacity, throughput and yield, straight from the paddock. No sales pitch, no fluff — just real-world numbers, operator insight, and the kind of co...
Send us a text The Ultisow Bi-Fold model is ideal for all conditions and particularly large-scale farmers. Available in 18m or 20m sowing widths, fitted standard with the latest disc opener over two ranks with row spacing down to 187.5mm (7.5”) which makes it the perfect cereal cropping machine. Hear from our longstanding customer Jeff Roll, as he talks about his experience owning and operating the Ultisow S20 Bi-Fold. Jeff sows 8,000 acres a year and he has been using the Ultisow Bi-Fold f...
Send us a text Hear from Paul Passlow who runs a farming operation in Ardlethan NSW. His experience with the Serafin Ultisow S12 is evident as he explains why he chose this particular model, the benefits of upgrading to the Ultiforce hydraulic down pressure system and how the Ultisow handles the varying soil types that he comes across. Ultisow S12 range in the link below: https://www.serafinmachinery.com.au/machinery/ultisow-s12-single-disc-bar/ If you have any audio or written quest...
Send us a text In this episode, we dive into the world of agricultural and industrial simulators—technology that’s breaking down barriers, building confidence, and reshaping training. From custom joystick setups for people with disabilities, to giving first-time operators a safe space to “jump in the cab,” simulation is opening doors for women, young people, and remote communities. We explore how Tenstar simulators are being used for licensing tests, pre-employment checks, workforce training,...
Send us a text In this episode of Farm Machines & In-Betweens, host Vince chats with Kaitie Nash — a first-time farmer turned rural advocate, content creator, and founder of The First Time Farmer platform. After swapping the city life for her husband's family farm in 2018 (right in the middle of a drought), Kaitie shares the honest, sometimes messy, and always real story of what it's like to adjust to life on the land. From learning the ropes of farming with zero experience to juggling m...
Send us a text In this episode, host Ross Smith heads out to the Standen family farm in Melbergen to catch up with farmer and off-road racer Rhett Standen. Rhett shares how the season’s shaping up for their wheat, barley, and canola crops, reflects on two decades of farming in the region, and talks about the gear that keeps their operation running strong – from trusty Cat Challengers to their new Fendt Ideal 8. But the conversation doesn’t stop at farming. Rhett takes us into the adrenaline-...
Send us a text 👨🌾 “We’re not cropping fellas – just cleaning up paddocks for hay & silage.” Matt Sheather from Corryong runs a beef operation and needed something tough for pasture work. 💪 The 3m Serafin Eco SpeedE was the perfect fit – thick steel, independent discs, and a crumble roller that leaves a smooth finish ready to sow. 💬 “Built very strong… never looked like smashing a disc.” ✅ Tough ✅ Clean finish ✅ Great to deal with If you have any audio or written questions that you wou...
Send us a text Looking for a compact, high-performance disc for small paddocks and diverse cropping? Hear from Laurence Koenig, a mixed farmer from Monaro (south of Canberra), as he shares his experience using the Serafin Eco SpeedE 3m Speed Disc on his potato, garlic, pumpkin, and Angus beef operation. Laurence walks us through why the Eco SpeedE stood out: ✅ Ideal 3m width for smaller paddocks and maneuverability ✅ Crumble roller delivers a smooth, plant-ready finish ✅ Excellent depth cont...
Send us a text In this episode of Farm Machines & In-Betweens, host Michael Dotta is joined by Tyron Midgley from Fendt, straight off the back of the latest Fendt sales training held at Serafin AgPro. We dive into the latest updates on the new Fendt model — and it’s a big one. New engine. New transmission. New cab. Upgraded hydraulics, undercarriage, and suspension. It’s a complete overhaul, and as Tyron says, it’s “truly a Fendt product now.” We also tackle the common question: Can Fendt...
Send us a text In this episode, we’re joined by Philipp Ashton, Product Marketing Manager for the Fendt IDEAL combine across the Asia Pacific region. Philipp unpacks the thinking behind the Fendt IDEAL design — a machine shaped by farmer feedback to be simple, efficient, and easy to use. We talk about how Fendt works closely with growers through pre-harvest catchups and in-season support groups to keep everyone connected and in control. Philipp also shares where things are heading in the wor...
Send us a text Welcome to the team, Cameron Williams! We’re thrilled to have Cameron on board as the new Sales Manager at Serafin AgPro. With 17+ years in ag machinery sales — including 16 years in broadacre farming — Cameron brings a wealth of knowledge across cotton, grain, and row crop operations, plus strong expertise in precision ag technology. His experience spans combine harvesters, cotton pickers, 4WD tractors, vineyard and almond tractors, and sprayers, having worked with A&G and...
Send us a text In today’s episode, Alivia heads into Group 17 territory to catch up with Grant McMaster, president of the Hillston Bluebirds. Grant shares his vision for building a stronger, more enthusiastic team culture by bringing in local players and younger talent. We also hear how coach Tom Brettschneider is injecting fresh energy into the side with new recruits. But this story isn’t just about footy—it’s about life on and off the field. From early mornings on the farm to late nights un...
Send us a text What a week it's been! We were thrilled to host Wilian Caetano from Agrimec Brazil here in Australia as part of our growing partnership at Serafin Machinery. Over 10 action-packed days, the Agrimec team—including technicians Rafael and Alberi—worked alongside ours to assemble a new range of grain bins and showcase the standout features of their machines. This hands-on support from Agrimec has been top-tier—from packaging to product knowledge—and it’s made a big impact as we int...
Send us a text Dating in the country just got a whole lot easier! In this episode, Vince sits down with Mia Ryan, the driving force behind Howdy Global—the dating app that's changing the way people connect in regional and rural areas. Mia shares how Howdy Global is helping locals find love without the endless swiping and city-centric algorithms that often leave country singles behind. But it’s more than just dating—small towns thrive when people settle down in these communities, and relations...
Send us a text Rice harvest is here! In today's episode Michael Dotta from Serafin Agpro catches up with Benerembah local farmer Robert Armanini as he shares his journey in agriculture. From being the first in the area to purchase a Fendt Ideal 8T combine harvester to visiting the Ideal factory in Italy, Rob talks about the innovations shaping his farm. We also dive into this season's rice harvest, discuss how farming has evolved over generations, and explore what it takes to keep a family-ru...
Send us a text On behalf of the Serafin Group, we would like to thank everyone who attended or contributed to our Tillage and Drive days for 2025. We had two jam packed days that featured a variety of tractors and tillage equipment side by side with expert demonstrations from staff and suppliers. If you missed out, then hear from those who attended and what they got out of the day. Hope to see you all again at our next tillage and drive days. If you have any audio or written questions that ...
Send us a text Founder of HYDPOWER Hydraulics Shane Burke, stops by to conduct some training with our workshop staff for their hydraulic systems on our Ultisow machines. We have collaborated with HYDPOWER for many years now and it was great catching up with Shane to discuss their services and how the business has continually evolved to meet increasing demands in the Australian market. Shane is always looking to improve his clients machinery but also has an emphasis on finding a solution to a...
Send us a text Welcome back to the Serafin Machinery Podcast for 2025. We get straight into it with Darryl and Rodney on all things machinery, the announcement of a new salesperson joining the team and the upcoming Tillage and Drive Days in February. SERAFIN GROUP TILLAGE & DRIVE DAYS – SAVE THE DATES 📅 IRRIGATION FARM DEMO 💦 Location: Benerembah, NSW 2680 Date: Wednesday 5th February DRYLAND/BROADACRE FARM DEMO 🌾 Location: Binya/Barellan, NSW 2665 Date: Tuesday 11th February Do...
Send us a text Rounding off 2024 is friend and fan of the podcast, Matt Petersen from Australian Tyre Traders. ATT have been great to work with over the years as they are committed to providing industry leading innovation and outcomes with an approach of developing quality tyres. Their tyres are specifically designed and engineered locally to be fit for purpose in Australia’s unique conditions and for our customers. If you have any audio or written questions that you would like Rodney to ad...
Send us a text Meet The Team: There's more to sales than just selling machinery. Today's guest is the epitome of this sentiment. You may have dealt with Denis regarding an enquiry or have seen him on our socials. A man of many talents and interests from his time working in Kings Cross to surfing around the world, Denis has tried just about anything but first and foremost is his passion for delivering exceptional customer service to farmers and dealers which he has successfully done over the p...
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