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Jan 12, 2025 22 min

GRDC in Conversation: David Tropiano

from GRDC Podcast Hosted by Grains Research and Development Corporation

In this episode, we sit down with David Tropiano, a grain farmer from Mullewa, WA, as he shares his journey from a reluctant start in farming to running a multi-generational operation. David opens up about the realities of farming in Western Australia, from handling different soil types and the competitive land market to the impact of weather on crops. He also reflects on the evolution of farming practices, the importance of long-term leasing agreements, and how he and his family are planning for the future. Watch this episode as a video on YouTube GRDC in Conversation is a limited series GRDC Podcast. It features in-depth interviews with growers and other experts in the grains industry who share their expertise, knowledge and experiences by exploring their personal stories, history, influences and motivations. The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect the views of GRDC, the interviewees’ employer, institution or other associated parties. GRDC Project Code HAG2308-001SAX

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