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Unearthed - the people changing Australian agriculture
When big ideas and new opportunities run up against established practices of farming in Australia’s unique environment, there’s tough choices to be made - tune in as we unearth the farmers, scientists and big characters who have found a new path to a more profitable, productive and resilient future for Australian agriculture.
“Unearthed – the people changing agriculture” is brought to you by AgriFutures Australia.
Unearthed - the people changing Australian agriculture
From Plate to Paddock: The future of agriculture education in schools
With more than 50% of school children believing that cows are milked by hand, and that the only career available in agriculture is to be a farmer, something needed to change in the education system. So all 15 Rural Research and Development Corporations banded together to develop Australia’s first National Schools Food and Fibre Strategy, which was launched by AgriFutures in November. This episode of Unearthed explores the pressing need for skilled professionals in Australian agriculture, including more agricultural teachers, as well as some of the techniques being used to attract more city kids to be a part of the agricultural industry.
Unearthed is brought to you by AgriFutures Australia.