Farming on the Edge: Risk Management and Lentil Harvesting with Barry Mudge

In this episode of MSF Farm Talk, Tanja Morgan speaks with Barry Mudge, a Port Germain farmer involved in the GRDC Risk-Wise Project, about the critical nature of understanding production costs and managing risks in low rainfall environments. They review discussions held with the Lowbank Ag Bureau and delve into Barry's expertise in growing and harvesting lentils amidst challenging conditions. Key topics include the importance of cost management, adapting practices for risk mitigation, leveraging historical rainfall data, and practical tips for successful lentil harvesting. This episode is supported by GRDC investments in RiskWi$e and Grain Legume Production projects. 00:00 Introduction to Today's Episode 00:22 Meeting Insights with Lowbank Ag Bureau 01:33 Understanding Cost of Production 02:44 Risk Management in Low Rainfall Environments 04:16 Harvesting Lentils: Tips and Techniques 06:59 Comparing Crop Production Costs 07:40 Conclusion and Acknowledgements For more information on RiskWi$e click here For more information on the SA Grain Legume Production project click hereSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.