Ages of Farming Podcast

In this episode of the Ages of Farming podcast, Dillon Harrison, the director of Broadacre Contracting shares his unique journey into agriculture, starting from a background in mobile crushing to establishing a tech-driven agricultural business. The conversation explores the challenges faced in the agricultural sector, the importance of building relationships between contractors and farmers, and the mission of Broadacre Contracting to support the cropping community. Dillon emphasises the need for self-care in thedemanding agricultural industry and shares insights on balancing personal life with business aspirations.Follow @agesoffarmingpodcast on Instagram and Facebook for updates on future episodes, or reach out via Instagram Messenger if you’d like to get in touch.Please leave comments about the episodes.Audio production was refined with the help of Riverside.Recorded on 4th March 2026.

In this episode of the “Ages of Farming” podcast, guest George Cole, a sugarcane agronomist based in Proserpine, Queensland, shares his journey from a mixed family farm in Ireland to his current role in Australia, discussing his education, experiences in Canada, and the challenges he faced while transitioning into agronomy. He provides insights into the sugarcane production process, including planting, harvesting, and the importance of environmental regulations. George also highlights the significance of weed control, the role of technology in farming, and the challenges of staffretention in the agricultural sector. The conversation concludes with George's reflections on his career and advice for aspiring agronomists.Follow @agesoffarmingpodcast on Instagram and Facebook for updates on future episodes, or reach out via Instagram Messenger if you’d like to get in touch.Please leave comments about the episodes.Audio production was refined with the help of Riverside.Recorded on 23rd February 2026.

In this episode of the "Ages of Farming" podcast, guest Alwyn Dippenaar, a young South African farmer now managing a large property in SW Queensland shares his journey from growing up on a family farm in South Africato studying agronomy and horticulture, and eventually moving to Australia to manage a 120,000-acre farm. He discusses the challenges and rewards of farming in both countries. The conversation provides insights into the agricultural practices and personal experiences of a young farmer navigating the complexities of modern farming.Follow @agesoffarmingpodcast on Instagram and Facebook for updates on future episodes, or reach out via Instagram Messenger if you’d like to get in touch.Please leave comments about the episodes.Audio production was refined with the help of Riverside.Recorded on 16th February 2026.

In this episode of the Ages of Farming podcast, host DavidLangfield speaks with Jeremy Lush, a 28-year-old farm manager from South Australia. Jeremy shares his journey in agriculture, focusing on his mixed farming operation that includes sheep and cropping. He discusses the managementof his Merino sheep enterprise. The conversation also covers drought management strategies, Jeremy's early experiences in agriculture, and the significance of education and mentorship. Additionally, they delve into Jeremy's winter croppingprogram, lucerne seed production, and the challenges currently facing the agricultural industry. The episode concludes with Jeremy's insights on future market trends and advice for young farmers.Follow @agesoffarmingpodcast on Instagram and Facebook for updates on future episodes, or reach out via Instagram Messenger if you’d like to get in touch.Please leave comments about the episodes.Audio production was refined with the help of Riverside.Recorded on 9th February 2026.

Episode 10 of the Ages of Farming podcast features Josh Cables, a dairy farmer from Tasmania. Josh shares his journey from agronomy to dairy farming, discussing the evolution of his family farm, the challenges of growing poppies, and the transition to dairy farming. He explains the milking process, feeding strategies, and pasture management, while also highlighting the importance of technology in modern dairy farming. Additionally, Josh discusses his YouTube journey, audience feedback, and the lessons he's learned along the way, offering valuable advice for newcomers to the industry.Follow @agesoffarmingpodcast on Instagram and Facebook for updates on future episodes, or reach out via Instagram Messenger if you’d like to get in touch.Please leave comments about the episodes.Audio production was refined with the help of Riverside.Recorded on 5th February 2026.

In Episode 9 of the Ages of Farming podcast, host David Langfield speaks with John Bruce, a farmer from New South Wales, who shares insights into his diverse farming operations, winter and summer cropping, irrigation and sheep eneterprises. John discusses his early experiences in agriculture, his transition from welding to farming, and the importance of balancing community involvement with personal life. He also shares his preparations for the Finke Desert Race and his motivations for starting a YouTube channel to connect with a broader audience about Australian farming. In this conversation, John Bruce shares insights from his diverse farming operation. He emphasizes the need for new farmers to understand the business side of farming and the significance of work-life balance, offering valuableadvice based on his experiences.Video version of the podcast will be available to view onJohn’s YouTube Page – Farmer JB Australia.Follow @agesoffarmingpodcast on Instagram and Facebook for updates on future episodes, or reach out via Instagram Messenger if you’d like to get in touch.Please leave comments about the episodes.Audio production was refined with the help of Riverside.Recorded on 2nd February 2026.

In Episode 8 of the Ages of Farming Podcast, the tables are turned with 2 former guests, Stuart Tait and Lochie Ramm hosting this episode, putting the host David Langfield into the hot seat to talk about his farm and time in agriculture. The 49 year old farmer shares his journey as a fifth-generation farmer, discussing the evolution of his family's farming practices, the challenges faced in modern agriculture, and the importance of education and technology in farming. He provides insights into sheep farming, family dynamics, and the significance of social media in connecting with other farmers. The conversation also touches on the future of agriculture, and personal anecdotes from David's life on the farm.Follow @agesoffarmingpodcast on Instagram and Facebook for updates on future episodes, or reach out via Instagram Messenger if you’d like to get in touch.Please leave comments about the episodes.Audio production was refined with the help of Descript &Riverside.Recorded on 26th October 2025.

In episode 7  of the Ages of Farming podcast, we speak with Stuart Tait, a 35-year-old farmer from Mandurama, New South Wales, Australia.Stuart shares insights into his mixed farming operation,which includes beef cattle and dryland winter cropping, and changes in his farming practices to integrate faba beans and buckwheat into his farming system.The conversation delves into soil management, the importance of soil nutrition and animal health, and the challenges facing Australian agriculture today.Stuart also discusses his experience with the Nuffield Scholarship and an exciting project aimed at producing fertilizer on farm. Follow @agesoffarmingpodcast on Instagram and Facebook for updates on future episodes, or reach out via Instagram Messenger if you’d liketo get in touch.Please leave comments about the episodes.Audio production was refined with the help of Descript &Riverside.Recorded on 16th September 2025. 

In episode 6  of the Ages of Farming podcast, we speaks with Olly Groves, a 24-year-old farmer from Cowra, New South Wales, Australia. They discuss Oliver's journey into farming,the dynamics of mixed farming operations, and the challenges and opportunities faced by modern farmers. Oliver shares insights on community involvement, market trends, staffing challenges, and the importance of technology in agriculture. He also reflects on the changes in the industry, common mistakes made by new farmers, and offers advice for those entering the agricultural world. The conversation highlights the resilience and adaptability required in farming today.Follow @agesoffarmingpodcast on Instagram and Facebook for updates on future episodes, or reach out via Instagram Messenger if you’d like to get in touch.Audio production was refined with the help of Descript &Riverside.Recorded on 30th August 2025.

In episode 5  of the Ages of Farming podcast, we speak with Alexander Coggon, a sixth-generation farmer from Lincolnshire, England. They discuss Alexander's experiences in farming, particularly potato cultivation, the challenges posed in the current agricultural environment and the importance of diversifying income through photography and social media. Alexander shares his international harvestingadventures in America and Australia, his passion for documenting agriculture, and his goals for the future. The conversation emphasises the need for adaptability in farming and the significance of connecting with the publicabout food production.Follow @agesoffarmingpodcast on Instagram and Facebook for updates on future episodes, or reach out via Instagram Messenger if you’d like to get in touch.Audio production was refined with the help of Descript &Riverside.Recorded on 24th August 2025.

In episode 4  of the Ages of Farming podcast, we chat with Nick Storey, a young farmer from Central Queensland, about how technology is changing the way he and his family farm on their 4400ha farm. Nick shares his experience using swarm bots for autonomous spraying and talks through some of the challenges farmers face in his region,from tough climate conditions to labour shortages and markets for their produce.With a background in mechanical engineering, Nick explainshow his studies have shaped his approach to farming and why embracing new technology is so important. We also touch on the balance between running a farm and making time for life outside of agriculture.Follow @agesoffarmingpodcast on Instagram and Facebook for updates on future episodes, or reach out via Instagram Messenger if you’d like to get in touch.Audio production was refined with the help of Riverside.Recorded on 19th August 2025.

In episode 3 of the Ages of Farming podcast,  Tyson Adams, a territory manager for a major machinery firm and developer of the FarmTrak app speaks about different aspects of his career in agriculture. Tyson shares his journey from being a farm hand to creating a tool that helps farmers manage their on-farm storage. The conversation covers the challenges of farming, innovative practices, the development of the FarmTrak app, and insights into the future of agriculture.Tyson emphasizes the importance of communication, work-life balance, and the need for new ideas in the agricultural sector.You can find Tyson on most social media under the FarmTrak title. The FarmTrak app is available for download for use on Apple and Android devices.Please note the host is a user of FarmTrak on his own farm.Please follow agesoffarmingpodcast on Instagram and Facebook for information on new episodes. Ages of Farming Podcast can be contacted via messenger on Instagram. Audio was refined with help from Descript Episode Recorded 6th August 2025

In this episode of the Ages of Farming podcast, 26-year-old Ed McQuade from the Geralton Region of Western Australia's Wheatbelt discusses his transition from a non-farming background to becoming a full-time farmer. He talks about his passion for agriculture, the challenges he’s overcome, and innovations in modern farming. He also highlights some details on one of his hobbies, creating videography and photography of agriculture.You can find Ed on Instagram & TikTok under the title of The Lost DronePlease follow @agesoffarmingpodcast on Instagram for information on new episodes. Ages of Farming Podcast can be contacted via messenger on Instagram.Audio was refined with help from Descript Episode Recorded 27th July 2025

In Episode 1 of the Ages of Farming podcast, Lochie Ram, a farmer from the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales and the creator of the YouTube channel Our Farm Life talks about his farm and his journey into documenting day to day happenings on YouTube. Lochie discusses his farming practices, including livestock management, as well as his early experiences in agriculture on his career so far. Lochie shares his inspiration for starting his YouTube channel, the challenges and opportunities in Australian agriculture, and the role of technology in modern farming. The conversation also touches on community support, personal experiences, and the future of agriculture.You can find Lochie on Instagram @ourfarmlifeaus and on Youtube @ourfarmlifeausPlease follow agesoffarmingpodcast on Instagram for information on new episodes. Ages of Farming Podcast can be contacted via messenger on Instagram.Episode Recorded 23rd July 2025