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
100 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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51:05
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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52:00
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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26:34
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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36:21
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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24:20
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 ...
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Episode 95
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29:06
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<...
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Episode 94
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44:42
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...
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Episode 93
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30:37
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...
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Episode 92
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33:00
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...
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Episode 91
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32:21
Ep 90: Chambers Rosewood Vineyards _ Part A
Today, we’re at Chambers Rosewood Vineyards with Stephen Chambers — a sixth-generation family winery woven into the fabric of Victoria’s gold country.These are soils shaped by history: once turned by gold seekers, now nurturing vines, gr...
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Episode 90
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39:07
Ep 89: Gooramadda Olives _ Part B
Welcome back to Gooramadda Olives for Part B with Rob Whyte.It starts at breakfast, with a quiet truth: once you use really good olive oil, the tomato sauce bottle doesn’t stand a chance.We talk about the health benefits of qualit...
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Episode 89
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39:08
Ep 88: Gooramadda Olives _ Part A
Today we’re at Gooramadda Olives in North East Victoria with Rob Whyte.Rob grew up on the land near Sydney — until the city grew around him. His career took him from Burke’s Backyard to IT roles...
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43:15
Ep 87: Darren Grigg
He’s spent years telling other people’s stories — now it’s his turn.Usually on Salt of the Earth Farm Stories, Darren Grigg is the one behind the microphone, listening and asking the questions.But for thi...
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Episode 87
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43:20
Ep 86: David Grigg _ Part C
In Part C, the final chapter of this special series, we reflect on the life and legacy of David Grigg.This episode brings together the threads of a remarkable journey — shaped by work, travel, community, family, and friendships. We slow ...
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Episode 86
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16:17
Ep 85: David Grigg _ Part B
In Part B of this special conversation, we continue the story of Uncle David Grigg — moving from early farm life and community involvement to the changes that reshaped his working world.Uncle David shares stories of his first car, the Hi...
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Episode 85
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26:44
Ep 84: David Grigg _ Part A
In this special episode, it’s a true privilege to share the story of my great uncle David — a quiet gentleman whose life spans nearly a century of Australian history.Born in 1926, David grew up on the land during a time of hardship and s...
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Episode 84
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27:53
Ep 83: Invasive Species _ Dr Robin Adair
We're joined by Dr Robin Adair from Australis Biological — one of Australia’s most experienced and passionate experts on invasive weeds.With more than a thousand exotic plant species in Victoria, Robin explains why the battle for bio...
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Episode 83
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39:54
Ep 82: Curtin Springs Station _ NT Tourism _ Part B
In Part B of our journey to Curtin Springs Station, we’re back with the unstoppable Lyndee Severin. This episode dives into the daily dance of running a cattle station while welcoming travellers from all over — and why sometimes, you just have ...
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Episode 82
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28:04
Ep 81: Curtin Springs Station _NT Tourism - Part A
In this episode, we head to Curtin Springs Station — a one-million-acre cattle station in the Northern Territory with a story like no other.Lyndee Severin joins us to share how her family turned a humble 1950s stopover into a thriving ou...
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Episode 81
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33:57
Ep 80: Enviro Graze
Episode 80 – Weed Warriors on Four Legs: Dan Humpage from EnviroGrazeIn today’s episode, we sit down with Dan Humpage from EnviroGraze — home to some of the cleverest weed-eating warriors on the land. These goats aren’t ...
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Episode 80
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39:06
Ep 79: Ash Severin _ Curtin Springs _ Part B
We’re back at Curtin Springs Station in the Northern Territory for Part B of my yarn with Ash Severin — and this half of the story cuts deep.Ash takes us through the evolution of musteri...
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Episode 79
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32:53
Ep 78: Ash Severin _ Curtin Springs Station _Part A
This week we’re out at Curtin Springs Station in the heart of the Northern Territory, having a yarn with Ash Severin — a tough, no-nonsense outback bloke with a lifetime of stories from one of Australia’s most ...
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Episode 78
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