A NEW podcast series is set to help farmers build drought resilience and adapt to a changing climate ahead.
Launched by the South Australian Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub (SA Drought Hub), the series offers SA producers and agricultural enterprises practical advice, guidance and inspiration on preparing and dealing with drought challenges.
A range of experts and industry leaders feature to share insights and knowledge on how farmers and their communities can become more resilient when facing drought conditions.
“The SA Drought Hub podcast series has been received enthusiastically by our audience, and we are thrilled to have such knowledgeable guests sharing their insights with us,” said Dr Stephen Lee, SA Drought Hub director.
“We believe that the series will continue to provide valuable information and support to farmers and rural communities dealing with the challenges of drought.”
In episode one of the first season, Buckleboo Station in the northern Eyre Peninsula manager James Kerr shares his insights on regenerative farming practices, the importance of biodiversity, and how those practices can help mitigate the impacts of drought.
Episode two sees Todd Woodard, managing director of Peel Pastoral – a 2900-hectare grazing enterprise at Wrattonbully in the South East – talk about the importance of good decision making during dry seasons and provide practical tips for farmers during tough times.
Research into combatting sheep heat stress, which is estimated to cost the Australian sheep industry more than $160m per year, is discussed in episode three by University of Adelaide Associate
Professor Will van Wettere, Dr Jamee Daly, and PhD student Bobbie Lewis Baida, together with Dr Alice Weaver from the South Australian Research and Development Institute.
In season two’s first episode, South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI) principal scientist, climate applications Dr Peter Hayman and University of Adelaide Professor of Agricultural Science Dr Chris Preston discuss what an El Niño event means in practical terms including potential impacts on cropping and what growers can do to prepare.
The podcasts can be found via the SA Drought Hub website or accessed via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other major podcast platforms.
