Salt of the Earth Farm Stories
Welcome to "Salt of the Earth - Farm Stories". Host Darren Grigg invites you to step into the world of farmers from diverse backgrounds across Australia. Through intimate interviews, he delves into their farming practices, traditions, and the challenges they face in nurturing the land. From generations-old family farms to innovative sustainable practices, each episode offers a glimpse into the resilience, passion, and dedication of Australian farmers and explores the profound connection between people and the land. Be inspired by the stories of those who sow the seeds of the future.
Podcasting since 2024 • 100 episodes
Salt of the Earth Farm Stories
Latest Episodes
Ep 100: Danny Phegan _ Part 1
Episode 100 What better way to celebrate than with Danny Phegan — farmer, singer/songwriter, entertainer and great family man — sharing a story that’s big, wild and full of heart.Across three episodes, we cover life on...
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Episode 100
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Ep 99: Nutrisoil _ Nakala Maddock
Today we sit down with Nakala Maddock from Nutrisoil to unpack what’s really going on beneath our feet.Nakala breaks down the fundamentals of vermiculture and explains how the worm’s gut acts as a powerful microbial factory...
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Episode 99
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Ep 98: Andrew Kettlewell _ Mintor Beef _ Part B
In part two of my chat with Andrew Kettlewell, we dig deeper into the people, moments and decisions that helped shape his career in agriculture and business.Andrew reflects on lessons learned along the way — from global companies to gras...
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Episode 98
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Ep 97: Andrew Kettlewell _ Mintor Beef
Andrew Kettlewell grew up in the Riverina town of Jerilderie, but his story stretches a long way beyond the family farm. In this first episode, Andrew shares the early chapters — growing up in the country, chasing opportunities, and the experie...
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Episode 97
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Ep 96: Serradella for new environments
In this episode, I’m on a property just south of Yass in NSW, joining a research project funded by Meat & Livestock Australia and led by Dr Rebecca Haling from CSIRO.We’re taking a closer look at serradella — a self-regenerating legu...
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Episode 96
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