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.
Episodes
115 episodes
Ep 115: Lisa Millar _ Part A
Lisa Millar- Part A | From a country kid with a dictaphone to one of Australia's most loved broadcastersBefore the Gold Logie nominations, before Back Roads, Muster Dogs, and decades reporting some of Australia's...
114: Sam Longmore _ The Big Wheel journey
Some people inspire you. Others leave you completely lost for words.In this very special episode, we follow the extraordinary journey of Sam Longmore as she takes on The Big Wheel — wheeling herself an incredible 441 kilometres ...
113: Jade Killoran _ Healthy Farming Systems
With a background in agricultural science and a passion for helping farmers build more resilient and productive farming systems, Jade shares her thoughts on annual pastures, perennials and the growing interest in multi-species mixes.
Ep 112: Clem Furphy
Some people live one life. Clem Furphy seems to have lived several.Born in 1943, Clem proudly describes himself as a war baby, not a boomer. In this conversation, he reflects on a life packed with adventure, creativity, community, farmin...
Ep 111: The Big Wheel _ Sam Longmore
Many of you will remember Sam Longmore as the woman who refused to let a life-changing accident define her. After being left paralysed down one side, she rebuilt her life with remarkable grit and determination, going on to break world water-ski...
Ep 110: Lucy Godbolt
Most 13-year-olds are thinking about school, sport, social media, or what’s for dinner. But for Lucy Godbolt, a lot of her spare time is spent thinking about cattle, genetics, temperament, and what makes a great animal stand out in the ring.
Ep 109: Peter Godbolt _ Part B
Peter Goldbolt.In this episode, we dive into the pressure and adrenaline of sale day — where Pete can be responsible for selling millions of dollars worth of livestock in a single day.As a Stud Stock Manager with Nutrien Ag Soluti...
Ep 108: Peter Godbolt _ Part A
Peter Godbolt is a Stud Stock Manager with Nutrien Ag Solutions, working with livestock breeders and producers right across Australia. Spending close to 100,000 kilometres a year on the road, he’s constantly travelling between cattle sales, pro...
Ep 107: The Unbreakable Farmer _ Part B
After disaster hits a community, the damage isn’t always visible. Grief, uncertainty and the fear of what might come next can linger for years — especially in rural Australia, where many people live knowing another drought, fire or flood could ...
Ep 106: The Unbreakable Farmer Part 1
Warren Davies knows what it’s like to hit rock bottom — and rebuild from it.Known to many as The Unbreakable Farmer, Warren has become one of Australia’s most respected rural mental health speakers, travelling the country sharin...
Ep 105: Bush Bird Classifier _ Dr David Watson
What if the birds on your farm could tell you how healthy your landscape really is?In this episode of Salt of the Earth Farm Stories, we sit down with the endlessly curious Dr David Watson — ecologist, innovator, and passionate ...
Ep 104: Libby Price _ Part B
This is Part B with Libby Price, picking up after one of the toughest chapters of her career—reporting on Black Saturday.We dive into a powerful question: how do you cover tragedy and still stay human?From tough interviews and on-...
Ep 103: Libby Price _ Part A
Today, we go behind the scenes of radio with one of the most recognisable voices in rural Australia—Libby Price.From her early days in the Adelaide Hills to an outstanding career across radio and television—best known for ABC’s Count...
Ep 102: Danny Phegan _ Part C
Part C takes things in a different direction, as we dig deeper into the life of Danny Phegan—farmer, entertainer, and one of the most genuine voices around.From the opal fields of Lightning Ridge—mud, water, and brown snakes—we ex...
Ep 101: Danny Phegan _ Part B
In Part B, we’re back with Danny Phegan—farmer, singer-songwriter, entertainer, and all-round top bloke.This episode dives into the realities of chasing a living, the highs and lows, and the moments that make it all worthwhile. Danny sha...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Ep 95: Shanahan's Livestock Transport _ Part B
In Part B, Dom Shanahan gets into the heart of what matters most—people, safety, and smart decisions on and off the road.We talk driver safety, B-triples, leadership, and how Dom’s business evolved, including his move from cattle ...
Ep 94: Shanahan's Livestock Transport _ Part A
In Part A, I sit down with a mate of mine, Dom Shanahan, to hear the story behind the man and the miles.Dom started with just one truck, and today runs a major livestock transport operation with 35 B-doubles on the road<...
Ep 93: Sam Davies _ Part B
In Part B with Sam Davies, we explore the intersection of agriculture, education, and purpose.Sam shares how her work with Petaurus Education Group is connecting students with the environment in meaningful, hands-on ways—taking le...
Ep 92: Sam Davies _ Part A
In Part A, Sam Davies takes us through the twists and turns of her journey—from growing up on a farm in New South Wales, to teaching in some of Australia’s most remote communities, and eventually landing on a station near Hay.We talk abo...
Ep 91: Chambers Rosewood Vineyards | Stephen Chambers _ Part B
We head back to Chambers Rosewood Vineyards with Stephen Chambers as harvest comes into sharp focus.Picking season is hectic, fast-paced, and full of decisions — from grape varieties and timing, to the ongoing challenges of smoke taint f...
