Ep 36 - Curiosity, Community & Regeneration: The Future of Farming with Celia Leviton
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Welcome back to another episode of Selling in the Paddock!
Today, I’m joined by Celia Leviton, Chair of the Regenerative Agriculture Network, whose passion for sustainable farming and behaviour change is transforming the conversation around agriculture in Australia.
Celia shares her remarkable journey — from a young wool classer and ABC journalist to a farmer, permaculture advocate, and leader in regenerative agriculture. Through decades on the land, she’s seen firsthand what happens when we work with nature, not against it.
In this episode, we dive into:
🌱 The evolution of regenerative agriculture — and how local, grassroots action in Tasmania has grown into a national network.
🐄 Behaviour change and curiosity — why curiosity might be the real key to sustainable change on farms.
💧 Practical examples of transformation — from water infiltration breakthroughs to “safe-to-fail” trials that build confidence in trying new systems.
💬 Leadership and resilience — what Celia’s learned from decades in farming, parenting, and running a not-for-profit, and why owning your mistakes builds stronger relationships.
🤝 Community and collaboration — how connecting farmers, educators, and policymakers is creating meaningful, lasting change.
Celia also opens up about burnout, perseverance, and the importance of leading with curiosity, humility, and evidence. Her story is raw, real, and incredibly inspiring for anyone passionate about the land and its people.
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