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Sandy Soils (western Australia)
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Drought Resilience
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Livestock Health
Water Quality
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The South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub (SW WA Hub) is dedicated to sharing information that supports growers in preparing for and responding to dry seasons. In this podcast, you'll hear from growers and industry experts on managing dry season responses, ranging from early planning to tactical decision-making as the season evolves. The SW WA Hub is led by the Grower Group ... more

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Australia’s Southern Rangelands are some of the most variable and challenging pastoral landscapes in the world. Climate variability, rising costs, legacy land condition and large-scale operations can make it challenging to make management decisions a... more

Virtual fencing could become a game-changer for Australian livestock producers, replacing kilometres of wire and hours of labour with a GPS collar and an app. But its potential goes well beyond convenience. By giving farmers unprecedented control ove... more

Uncertain seasons require clear thinking, not more noise.

In this episode, Rod Birch, a grain grower from Coorow, shares his approach to planning for and managing through dry seasons and broader uncertainty.

Rod discusses the importance of focusing... more

Input constraints are a challenge, not just currently in 2026, but also off the back of dry seasons when financial constraints can dominate decision making. In both contexts, smart allocation can make a real difference to whole of farm performance.

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Recent Guests

Bianca Agenbag
Senior Research Officer, SARDI
South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI)
Episode: Use of virtual fencing to build farm resilience
Simon Fowler
Farmer at Chilwell Farms
Chilwell Farms
Episode: Use of virtual fencing to build farm resilience
Rod Birch
Grain farmer, East of Karoo (between Perth and Geraldton)
Grain farming operation
Episode: How strategic planning helps farmers stay ahead of uncertain seasons
Dylan Hirsch
Farmer, Latham, WA; early adopter and grower representative
Independent farmer
Episode: Optimising limited resources in challenging seasons
Roger Lawes
CSIRO research scientist; leads digital agriculture team
CSIRO
Episode: Optimising limited resources in challenging seasons
Dr Meredith Guthrie
Guest expert from Dpird Weather and Climate Groups
Department of Primary Industries and Regions (Dpird)
Episode: 2026 Seasonal forecast: It’s going to rain, but when and how much?
Phil Smyth
Agronomist and business owner serving growers in the Wheatbelt
Independent agronomy practice in Karoo, WA
Episode: 2026 Seasonal forecast: It’s going to rain, but when and how much?
Bill Campbell
Agronomist, Campbell Ag
Campbell Ag
Episode: Water quality the hidden driver of spray efficacy
Damon Cusack
Executive Officer, Fitzgerald Biosphere Group
Fitzgerald Biosphere Group
Episode: Water quality the hidden driver of spray efficacy

Hosts

Dr. Jo Wisdom
Drought Hub Director introducing and guiding the episode; provides strategic context and host presence across several episodes.
Doug Hamilton
Host and Innovation Broker; coordinates hub activities and introduces topics with a focus on practical innovation in drought resilience.
Mary-Anne Glanzlowe
Hub Extension Specialist and Knowledge Broker; hosts or contributes host context for Dry Season Resources episodes.
Joanne Wisdom
Drought Hub Director introducing and guiding the series; provides overarching leadership and episode framing.

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Renewables in agriculture: How regional communities can stay ahead of the renewable energy curve
Q: What steps has the Shire taken to bring the entire community along on this journey?
They conducted multiple community sessions with developers, renewables experts, and legal representatives, encouraging questions and addressing expectations and concerns to foster a cohesive approach and reduce perceived unequal treatment.
Renewables in agriculture: How regional communities can stay ahead of the renewable energy curve
Q: Karen, how do you balance the involvement of landowners with the broader Shire interests when projects come to town?
The balance requires wearing multiple hats as residents, councillors, and landowners; the aim is to align the community with shared benefits while acknowledging individual landowner agreements and ensuring the whole community remains engaged through education and dialogue.
Managing livestock health and disease during dry seasons
Q: How can producers better plan for long-term dry conditions?
Develop two-year feed and water plans, explore water-smart infrastructure, consider silage or drought-tolerant fodder shrubs, and engage with advisors to create practical, scalable strategies.
Managing livestock health and disease during dry seasons
Q: What should producers do to prepare for potential confinement feeding?
Plan ahead with appropriate space, access, and trough capacity; ensure quick refill logistics, maintain shade, and start supplementing early to prevent weight loss, with guidance from vets and advisors.
Managing livestock health and disease during dry seasons
Q: Why is water management so critical during the dry season?
Water availability, quality, and management drive animal intake, feed efficiency, and overall health; testing for salinity and toxins helps prevent sudden illness or death and informs decisions on sourcing or treating water.

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The series centers on practical, on-the-ground strategies for surviving and thriving through dry seasons in southwestern Australia. Across episodes, listeners hear from growers, extension specialists, and researchers who discuss drought resilience, resource prioritization, climate outlooks, soil management, and technology-enabled decision support. Noteworthy themes include real-world adoption barriers for advanced tools like virtual fencing, co-design and collaboration across researchers and farmers, and data-driven approaches to irrigation, soil re-engineering, and precision agriculture. The show stands out for blending farmer storytelling with expert analysis, practical takeaways, and resources aimed at helping growers make resilient, tim... more

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