Agsolutely Fabulous

In episode 84 of Agsolutely Fabulous, Gillian is solo today with her guest, Sarah Secker, a farm and business owner in Keith, South Australia, who previously worked as a marketing and advertising executive in Sydney and London. Secker describes how the country work ethic helped her gain opportunities, then explains her current advocacy focus: regional childcare access as a critical “livability” and economic development lever for rural communities with seasonal work patterns and smaller populations.She argues government policy is city-centric, market-driven childcare fails in low-density areas, and government must play a larger provider and regulatory role, including more flexible subsidies and support for in-home care. They discuss practical reforms such as adding au pairs to the 88-day ag visa and addressing HECS indexing when parents can’t work due to childcare shortages. Sitker calls for regional voices at decision-making tables, sharing media links, and contacting local members, noting impacts on essential workers, volunteers, and regional political shifts.Links & ResourcesLandcare Australia: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/Find or Register a Group: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/find-a-group/Learn how to Get Involved with Landcare here: https://youtu.be/3s74Lvmlutk💕 Support Our PartnersTHANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/

In episode 83 of Agsolutely Fabulous, Katja and Gillian share personal updates and Katja explains recording a mini-series with her husband to market Polldale’s Shorthorn Bull Sale (Wednesday 26 August), covering family history, what makes a good bull, and balancing predicted genetic data with traditional stockmanship, plus upcoming photography and a Kalgold Magazine collaboration. They discuss China’s 55% tariff on Australian beef as an over-quota measure announced on New Year’s Day, urging listeners to seek deeper market analysis.They also address University of Adelaide research on women in farm businesses and labels like “farmer” versus “farm wife,” then warn about bird flu detections in WA and SA with practical biosecurity advice. Katja reveals she has written a nonfiction book about moving to the farm and a closed-door Australian romance.Links & ResourcesLandcare Australia: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/Find or Register a Group: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/find-a-group/Learn how to Get Involved with Landcare here: https://youtu.be/3s74Lvmlutk💕 Support Our PartnersTHANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W00:00 Welcome Back AgFabs00:24 Catholic Funeral Stories04:50 Bull Sale Podcast Marketing09:05 China Beef Tariff Explained14:58 Women And The Farmer Label18:36 Farm Wife Identity Debate25:25 New Books And BookTok31:03 Bird Flu Biosecurity Tips34:13 Wrap Up And Listener Question

This week, Katja Williams continues a Landcare chat with Danielle Littlewood, Central West regional Landcare coordinator, and Dr. Aurelie Quade, director of Soil and Resilience. They discuss their women-focused soil health workshop “Talk Dirty To Me,” funded through Landcare Enabling Program Phase 3 grants, designed to remove barriers via a safe space and provided childcare; about 25 women attended despite cold, wet weather.Dr. Quade explains translating soil science into accessible language, building women’s confidence to participate in farm decision-making, and myth-busting around buying inputs without measuring, emphasizing soil tests and targeted use of fertilizer. Practical signs and activities include digging, assessing structure, infiltration and pH, and smelling soil for microbial activity. They connect soil health to wellbeing and profitability, note global pressures from rising input costs, and share upcoming workshops, soil test subsidies, and contact details.Links & ResourcesLandcare Australia: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/Find or Register a Group: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/find-a-group/Learn how to Get Involved with Landcare here: https://youtu.be/3s74Lvmlutk💕 Support Our PartnersTHANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W00:27 Meet Danielle01:06 Meet Aurelie01:42 Talk Dirty Workshop Origins03:03 Removing Barriers for Women04:53 Making Soil Health Simple06:00 Confidence at the Farm Table08:24 Myth Busting and Measuring09:31 Paddock Tests You Can Do10:38 Soil Health and Worry12:26 Global Trends and Profitability15:22 Inputs and Smart Decisions16:55 Next Steps Soil Testing17:46 Urban Rural Storytelling19:46 Simple Signs and Smell Test22:22 Farms as Complex Systems23:51 Why Workshops Feel Safe25:59 How to Get Involved

In episode 81 of Ag Absolutely Fabulous, Gillian and Katja share updates including a new AgFab merchandise drop (limited-run pink and blue T-shirts via an Etsy shop, with hats and larger stickers planned) and talk about recent travel, rain (about 16 mm), and road conditions on the Stuart Highway.Katja recaps the National Shorthorn Sale in Dubbo, noting seasonal uncertainty and El Niño concerns, with 38 of 39 bulls sold averaging $9,846 and a $36,000 top. Gillian discusses a Farmers for Climate Action panel on “energy sovereignty,” describing their off-grid setup reducing diesel use from 110,000 litres to about 30–40, and a proposal to cap large miners’ fuel rebate to fund farmer energy upgrades.They promote HarvestHer Power’s 2027 Adelaide residential event, seeking speakers, sponsors, and registrations, and mention South Australia election postal-vote failures and a carcass jigsaw model from the SA Heifer Show.Links & ResourcesLandcare Australia: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/Find or Register a Group: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/find-a-group/Learn how to Get Involved with Landcare here: https://youtu.be/3s74Lvmlutk💕 Support Our PartnersTHANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W00:38 IKEA inspired declutter03:37 Road trip and rain04:57 Wildflowers and grazing06:47 AgFab merch drop09:28 Shorthorn National recap13:56 Farmers for Climate panel23:26 Harvest Her Power callout27:17 What is Harvest Her Power30:04 Bus trip and Priscilla idea32:20 SA election postal vote mess35:09 Carcass puzzle and butchery chat

It's a Q&A episode! Gillian and Katja answer your questions, straight up, no notes prepared.💇‍♀️ Gillian's hair saga — the perm that never was, the toner-covered mishap, and the new Dame Edna glasses🧊 What's really under the iceberg — Katja on why every project takes longer than you think, and Gillian on why she plans nothing and just makes it happen😅 Our biggest "oh sh*t" moment since starting the podcast (spoiler: we haven't had one — yet)👩‍🌾 If we could sit down with one woman in ag, dead or alive — Gillian wants the women who crossed the Blue Mountains in petticoats and built a life from nothing; Katja just wants more real conversations with the women already doing the work today🤝 Where we actually disagree — homesteading, raw milk, and Gillian's very firm stance on microplastics🏙️ What we wish city people understood about agriculture — the skill it actually takes, and the fact that most farming families aren't wealthy📖 The wildest listener story we've received — a nurse turned newspaper editor turned dance school founder turned kelpie stud owner and children's book author. Yes, really.🎙️ Plus: the true story of how Agsolutely Fabulous got its name (hint: a stranger on Twitter came up with it)💕 Support Our PartnersTHANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout! Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] to the newsletter: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W#AgsolutelyFabulous

Back from Adelaide and straight into it — this week Gillian and Katja tackle two of the biggest issues rippling through rural Australia right now.💰 The 30% "Death Tax" — what the proposed capital gains changes actually mean for farm succession, family trusts, and multi-generational businesses (and why talking to your accountant has never been more urgent)👮 New Police Powers Over Livestock — proposed NSW laws that could let authorities treat your entire farm like a crime scene during a livestock seizure, and why Gillian and Katja think the real fix is training, not more power🎉 Adelaide Recap — how the live event went, and why more live recordings might be on the cards🌾 Harvest Her Power 2027 — the conference is moving to Adelaide, and here's what's coming: expressions of interest for attendees, presenters, and goodie bag donationsPlus: superannuation and unrealised capital gains, why "don't take financial advice from TikTok" needs to be said out loud, and what actually happens when a working dog or breeding bull looks "too skinny" to someone who's never worked livestock.💕 Support Our PartnersTHANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout! Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] to the newsletter: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W#AgsolutelyFabulous

This week Gillian and Katja cover a genuinely varied lineup — from country show controversies to national policy debates.🏆 Show Judging Drama — a noxious weed wins the "native flora" photography category at a local show, sparking a debate about who's actually responsible: the steward or the judge?📺 Gillian Joins the ABC Advisory Panel — what it actually involves, why she's excited about bringing a rural voice to the table, and how you can have input too🥾 Gumboot Recommendations — an Ag Fab's Bogs gumboot recommendation for the dairy farmers out there👩‍👧 Stay-at-Home Mums: Short-Term vs Long-Term — the real financial cost of stepping out of the workforce, the superannuation gap it creates, and why Gillian reckons a stay-at-home parent's work is worth around $250k a year🗣️ The Debate Over the Legal Definition of "Woman" — Gillian and Katja share their thoughts on the current national conversation, following the Giggle v Tickle case and recent political commentary💕 Support Our PartnersTHANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout! Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] to the newsletter: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W#AgsolutelyFabulous

Episode 76 of Agsolutely Fabulous is a Q&A with Gillian and Katja, including updates on Gillian’s possible trip south and concerns about flight cancellations, and plans for a live recording at the Duke of Brunswick Hotel (a fully gluten-free venue) featuring a bespoke non-alcoholic cocktail, merch, and possible discounted nearby accommodation. They answer why it’s important for young people to work off their home station—highlighting independence, professional workplace structure, broader agricultural exposure, networking, boundaries, and avoiding assumed knowledge. They discuss hard moments on farm, focusing on overwhelm, mental load, safety anxiety, and feeling dismissed by outsiders, and suggest checking in and listening without immediately offering solutions. They share what meeting them in person is like, clarify “farm” vs “station,” and compare gumboot options, sock strategies, and wet-weather footwear.Links & ResourcesLandcare Australia: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/Find or Register a Group: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/find-a-group/Learn how to Get Involved with Landcare here: https://youtu.be/3s74Lvmlutk💕 Support Our PartnersTHANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W

Title: High Tech on the Farm: How Drones Are Transforming LandcareIt’s episode 75 of Agsolutely Fabulous! Today, Gillian and Katja kick off the third in their Landcare series, featuring Three Rivers Landcare coordinator Carmel Bundy and drone survey pilot Ben Watts. They discuss how drones are used less as a novelty and more as a tool to collect objective, high-resolution mapping data, including 3D models and plant health maps, to benchmark ground cover and land condition over time and help landholders communicate stewardship to stakeholders. Carmel explains the project began through ag skill funding and quickly filled, leading to a second course that trained 27 Landcare members of diverse ages. Ben describes 15 years of agricultural drone use, benefits for safety and coverage, early stress detection 7–10 days before visible symptoms, and targeted treatment to reduce chemical use and support sustainability.Learn More About Landcare: Landcare Australia is a national, independent not-for-profit established in 1989. For over 35 years, it has led community and corporate engagement in environmental conservation and sustainable land management, helping protect Australia’s land, water, soils, plants, animals, and ecosystems.The organisation supports Landcare groups and partners through funding, on-ground project delivery, capacity-building, and knowledge sharing, while also managing large-scale restoration initiatives like the Landcare CarbonSMART program.Working alongside a network of 6,000 groups and more than 100,000 volunteers, Landcare Australia strengthens biodiversity, restores landscapes, and builds resilience in food and farming systems. As climate change and environmental challenges intensify, its focus remains on innovation, partnerships, and empowering the next generation—including stronger engagement with First Nations communities.Links & ResourcesLandcare Australia: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/Find or Register a Group: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/find-a-group/Learn how to Get Involved with Landcare here: https://youtu.be/3s74Lvmlutk💕 Support Our PartnersTHANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W

They address “the farm is a money pit” and promote boundary-setting workshops and community funding for internal skills. They discuss Elders planning to stop handling WA wool locally and shift operations to Melbourne amid a shrinking sheep flock and reduced industry confidence after the live sheep export ban, recalling a Canberra rally and urging respectful political advocacy. They discuss a reel on women being gaslit about “having it all,” and finish with support for Victoria’s new fox bounty and multi-pronged feral control.Links & Resources Landcare Australia: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/Find or Register a Group: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/find-a-group/Learn how to Get Involved with Landcare here: https://youtu.be/3s74Lvmlutk 💕Support Our Partners THANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W00:30 Station life updates01:54 Rural Women Awards night02:38 Parliament House ID drama04:45 Language Academy winner06:30 AI finalist and automation07:55 Night driving glasses tip09:47 Farm money pit boundaries14:12 Elders exit wool industry17:19 Canberra rally recap20:18 Who showed up and why write21:53 Writing Politicians Right23:49 The Myth Of Having It All25:28 Renovation Rabbit Holes27:27 Mental Health Help Reality29:24 Fox Bounty Fury30:52 Native Pets And Lizards34:48 Why Foxes Target Lambs36:30 Multi Pronged Fox Control38:14 Safe Shooting And Cities

In episode 73 of Agsolutely Fabulous, Katja and Gillian discuss farm updates, including cattle work, road conditions, skincare products sent to Gillian, and Katja's destocking in New South Wales due to drought and high input costs, alongside land management comparisons from the last drought. They address an unintended mining rehabilitation ad placed on their podcast and how automated ads can conflict with their views. The episode covers the fuel crisis linked to conflict affecting oil routes, resulting in price spikes, supply bottlenecks, and knock-on impacts for farming, transport, emergency services, roads, plastics, and fertilizer. They warn about fire ants spreading across parts of Queensland and into New South Wales and stress biosecurity risks from moving hay, soil, or plants. They also respond to claims that Sydney Royal Easter Show attendance contradicts a cost-of-living crisis, arguing that people budget for outings and exhibitors attend for work and marketing. A Q&A clarifies “organic,” “free range,” and “pasture raised” as marketing and production systems, recommending direct-from-farm sourcing for traceability.Links & Resources Landcare Australia: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/Find or Register a Group: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/find-a-group/Learn how to Get Involved with Landcare here: https://youtu.be/3s74Lvmlutk 💕Support Our Partners THANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W00:30 Farm updates and skincare mishap03:10 Drought destocking realities05:06 Drought photos and land management07:18 Renovations and wildlife visitors08:51 The accidental mining ad10:50 Fuel crisis and price gouging15:53 Supply knock-ons and shortages18:48 Fire ants spreading warning23:46 Cost of living vs Easter Show31:34 Labels explained organic and free range

In episode 72 of Agsolutely Fabulous, Katja speaks with Robin Verrall—farmer, beef and lamb producer, author, publisher, and board and committee member in South Australia—about navigating global change, practical prepping, and supporting aging parents as winter approaches.They contrast city shopping habits with farm “pantry staples” and discuss readiness without panic buying, including keeping backups like flour, long-life milk, shelf-stable meals, gas cookers, battery backup landlines/radios, and organized, pest-proof storage, plus planning for power outages. They also discuss the emotional and social adjustments after COVID, including close contact in public spaces. For aging parents, they emphasize winter needs such as heating, wood/kindling, comfort foods in manageable portions, safer transport when driving becomes risky, staying connected through neighbors, and medication management via chemist blister packs, especially with dementia.Links & ResourcesLandcare Australia: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/Find or Register a Group: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/find-a-group/Learn how to Get Involved with Landcare here: https://youtu.be/3s74Lvmlutk💕 Support Our PartnersTHANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W00:27 Meet Robin Vel01:09 World Feels Unstable02:40 Pantry Prep Basics06:50 Beyond Stockpiling07:08 Kids and Kindness08:44 Aging Parents in Winter10:38 Safety and Connection14:08 Medication Management

Today, Gillian and Katja interview Melanie Cooper, a landcare coordinator for the Grenfell district in central west New South Wales, who has worked in natural resource management for over 20 years and farms locally. Melanie explains landscape rehydration as making the most of rainfall by holding more water in the landscape to rejuvenate productivity, rehabilitate creeks and gullies, and reduce erosion. She describes a Mulloon Institute introductory field day delivered through the two-year “Over the Fence” project, which uses farmer-to-farmer conversations, field days, bus trips, training, and visual stories to support climate-smart practice change. The workshop drew on methods linked to Peter Andrews and showcased local farmer Alex McAlpine’s rehydration actions. Melanie shares ways to get involved via mullooninstitute.org, welandcare.com.au, e-newsletters, and Central West Local Land Services, and emphasizes Landcare’s inclusive, responsive community network and role bridging urban and rural communities.Learn More About Landcare: Landcare Australia is a national, independent not-for-profit established in 1989. For over 35 years, it has led community and corporate engagement in environmental conservation and sustainable land management, helping protect Australia’s land, water, soils, plants, animals, and ecosystems.The organisation supports Landcare groups and partners through funding, on-ground project delivery, capacity-building, and knowledge sharing, while also managing large-scale restoration initiatives like the Landcare CarbonSMART program.Working alongside a network of 6,000 groups and more than 100,000 volunteers, Landcare Australia strengthens biodiversity, restores landscapes, and builds resilience in food and farming systems. As climate change and environmental challenges intensify, its focus remains on innovation, partnerships, and empowering the next generation—including stronger engagement with First Nations communities.Links & ResourcesLandcare Australia: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/ Find or Register a Group: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/find-a-group/ Learn how to Get Involved with Landcare here: https://youtu.be/3s74Lvmlutk 💕 Support Our PartnersTHANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W00:00 Meet Melanie Cooper00:41 From Farm to Landcare02:18 What Is Rehydration03:20 Over the Fence Project04:41 Roots in Peter Andrews06:28 Field Day Takeaways09:12 How to Get Involved12:40 Bridging Town and Farm15:08 Why Landcare Matters17:37 Final Invitation and Thanks

In episode 70 of Agsolutely Fabulous, Gillian and Katja do a Q&A and note Gillian’s University of South Australia graduation with a Bachelor of Communications, her mortarboard, and thanks to Sandy (a UniSA staff member) who photographed the ceremony and is suggested as “ag fab of the week.” They discuss Anzac Day long-weekend plans, including family traditions and a working bee to rainproof a leaking farmhouse by fixing guttering. Gillian explains “mules tags” for sheep as part of LPA/wool declarations, tied to patented bare-breech genetics with strict rules and traceability. Katja updates on delaying the delivery of two pink macadamias until spring to avoid frost. They talk about a mail delivery including conference gifts and answer a question on who should influence agriculture’s future, arguing opinions should be weighted by “skin in the game,” and offering guidance on choosing conference speakers/MCs. They also revisit a joke about a Bathurst “crocodile” that was an inflatable pool toy.Links & ResourcesLandcare Australia: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/ Find or Register a Group: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/find-a-group/ Learn how to Get Involved with Landcare here: https://youtu.be/3s74Lvmlutk 💕 Support Our PartnersTHANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W02:29 Anzac Weekend Plans03:57 Rainproofing Farmhouse05:01 Mules Tag Explained08:23 Pink Macadamia Update10:44 Mail Plane Delivery12:42 Who Gets a Say16:53 Choosing Conference Speakers21:21 Crocodile Jokes23:09 Q and A Wrap Up

In episode 69 of Agsolutely Fabulous, Gillian and Katja are sharing their updates and chatting about all things women in agriculture. Katja joined a local bee club after getting her own hive and recommends local groups for beekeepers, while Gillian discusses new staff whose hidden skills include fashion design and filmmaking, enabling clothing repairs and new social media content. Gillian recaps attending a South Australian Industry Insights Forum with the National Farmers Federation, including a “robust” panel with Telstra about remote telecommunications changes, decommissioning radio phone systems, power-dependence of new alternatives like VoIP and Starlink, and the life-or-death stakes during fires and floods. They discuss Gillian’s Stock Journal interview on regional healthcare disparities tied to Alex Thomas’s “From Here to Healthcare” campaign. The episode also covers concerns about Victorian land rezoning and taxation impacts on farmers, suggests advocacy via the Victorian Farmers Federation, and a critique of tokenism around the “Year of the Woman Farmer,” emphasizing global context and meaningful change. Gillian notes recent rain at home and shares her frustration that her eldest left to work on a Queensland cattle station before finishing his apprenticeship.Links & ResourcesLandcare Australia: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/ Find or Register a Group: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/find-a-group/ Learn how to Get Involved with Landcare here: https://youtu.be/3s74Lvmlutk 💕 Support Our PartnersTHANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W00:45 Beekeeping Club Update02:10 New Staff Arrive04:01 Industry Forum Recap05:09 Telco Changes and Power08:13 Robust Talk on Connectivity11:15 Cheese Lunch and Politics12:51 Courses on Skool17:25 Healthcare Voices in Ag20:48 Victoria Rezoning Backlash23:31 Leave Farmers Alone24:13 How City Folks Can Help26:59 Petitions and Political Pressure28:29 Year of the Woman Farmer35:19 Tokenism Versus Real Change44:39 Ending on a Lighter Note45:25 Family Updates and Farewell

In this podcast episode, Danielle, the Central West Regional Landcare Coordinator, explains her role supporting Landcare groups from around Campbelltown to Grenfell by helping with projects, funding, governance, and member support. She describes how Landcare has evolved from an 1980s tree-planting volunteer movement into diverse, community-driven work across the Central West, including community nurseries, sustainable grazing, women’s health and wellbeing, youth nature programs, local produce events, ag tech and drones, and on-ground erosion, weeds, pests, and river rehabilitation. Danielle outlines how to find or start a Landcare group via the NSW Landcare Gateway and local coordinators, emphasizes Landcare’s inclusivity and urban–rural connection, and highlights benefits like learning, collaboration, and support networks. She also notes the annual/state Landcare conferences and awards, and encourages biodiversity and joining existing local activities.Learn More About Landcare: Landcare Australia is a national, independent not-for-profit established in 1989. For over 35 years, it has led community and corporate engagement in environmental conservation and sustainable land management, helping protect Australia’s land, water, soils, plants, animals, and ecosystems.The organisation supports Landcare groups and partners through funding, on-ground project delivery, capacity-building, and knowledge sharing, while also managing large-scale restoration initiatives like the Landcare CarbonSMART program.Working alongside a network of 6,000 groups and more than 100,000 volunteers, Landcare Australia strengthens biodiversity, restores landscapes, and builds resilience in food and farming systems. As climate change and environmental challenges intensify, its focus remains on innovation, partnerships, and empowering the next generation—including stronger engagement with First Nations communities.Links & ResourcesLandcare Australia: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/Find or Register a Group: https://landcareaustralia.org.au/find-a-group/Learn how to Get Involved with Landcare here: https://youtu.be/3s74Lvmlutk💕 Support Our PartnersTHANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W00:00 Welcome and Landcare Intro00:43 Danielle’s Role Explained01:16 What Landcare Does Today03:16 Real Impacts on Ground04:55 Find or Start a Group08:14 Future Topics and Big Picture09:12 Who Can Join Landcare11:33 Getting Volunteers and Support12:39 Why Get Involved14:32 Landcare Conference and Awards16:07 First Step for Stewardship17:33 Wrap Up and Thanks

In episode 67 of Agsolutely Fabulous, Gillian and Katja catch up on station life and current issues: Gillian’s new chicks have moved to the chicken house as she tries to identify roosters versus hens and avoid integrating bad egg-eating habits; Katja updates on kids’ end-of-term fatigue, activities, and interest in adding music (possibly drums), plus her own marching band and flute background. They discuss a reel about bacon being classified among carcinogens but emphasize dose and seeking professional health advice. The conversation turns serious to workplace harassment in rural/ag settings, the need for leaders to acknowledge it, bystanders to act, and Gillian’s involvement in an NFF-related social media incident being handled internally. They give motorists advice for safely passing cattle on roads during dry conditions. They also cover solar/renewable project decommissioning risks when companies go bankrupt, urging bonds and strong contracts, and finish with ABS income statistics showing regional households earn less while often paying more, plus upcoming events, a new burnout-boundaries course, and newsletter/socials.Thank you for being part of this incredible community.💕 Support Our PartnersTHANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W00:31 Chicks And New Hens02:06 Chicken Coop Tips03:20 Kids Activities And Music05:34 Bacon Cancer Scare08:17 Harassment In Ag14:11 Speak Up And Act15:37 Cattle On Roads Safety18:06 Solar Farms Cleanup Risk19:44 Cleanup Liability Loopholes21:15 Short Term Politics21:43 Contract Bonds and Clauses23:49 Mining Rehab Double Standards25:11 Regional Income Reality26:22 Dubbo Drought Ripple Effects28:08 Mining Towns and Fly In Fly Out30:11 Services Cut After Disasters32:27 Ending on Good News33:34 Conferences Courses and Newsletter36:12 Stay Connected and Wrap Up

In episode 66 of Agsolutely Fabulous, Katja and Gillian answer listener questions and share station updates: Gillian is deep-cleaning a cottage to house a young UK couple starting as station hands, they’re pregnancy testing with strong results, and she’s preparing to renovate a house after heavy rain revealed major roof and gutter leaks that will require carpet removal to assess water damage. They discuss bringing back “Ag Fab of the Week” or a newsletter subscriber giveaway using leftover HarvestHer Power Conference packs, encouraging listeners to nominate themselves or others and provide addresses. Merch has not launched yet due to time and sourcing goals, but they aim to start with basic t-shirts, caps, and stickers and may run a newsletter giveaway. They note the most downloaded episodes remain episode 1 and the WA sheep live export ban episode, joke about a “crocodile” sighting near Bathurst, and address the reality of tick-bite–triggered red meat allergy, outlining symptoms, prevention, safe tick removal, and risks to pets. They brainstorm ideas for a 100th-episode celebration, possibly in Adelaide, and invite guest suggestions.Thank you for being part of this incredible community.💕 Support Our PartnersLearn more about Little Farmers here: https://littlefarmers.com.au/blogs/news/why-farm-books-matterTHANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W

In episode 65 of Absolutely Fabulous, Gillian and Katja reunite in the studio to debrief recent events and station updates after widespread rain. Katja describes preparing for sowing oats and other crops and deciding between strip grazing, harvesting seed, or baling for fodder based on seasonal outlook and feed storage, while both discuss misconceptions about farmers’ intelligence and the constant high-stakes decision-making involved. Gillian reports good rain without flooding, knee-high grass, fat cattle, and travel disruptions from wet roads. She also recaps EvokeAg as ag-tech focused, including a cattle-identification-by-noseprint exhibit, and explains Farm Table’s Big City Barbecue and the launch of Farm Table TV as a podcast platform for Australian agricultural shows. Katjaa reviews the 2026 HarvestHer Power Conference, including an MC illness, deep-dive sessions on boundaries, burnout prevention, relationships, and community, notes sponsors, invites input for next year, and shares updates on The Ultimate Farm Wife, sponsorship needs, skincare testing delays, and a Little Farmers literacy feature.Thank you for being part of this incredible community.💕 Support Our PartnersLearn more about Little Farmers here: https://littlefarmers.com.au/blogs/news/why-farm-books-matterTHANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W00:00 Studio Reunion Debrief00:21 Rain and Crop Planning01:22 Why Farming Is Complex03:35 Station Update After Rain04:51 EvokeAG Highlights and Critique07:33 Big City Barbecue and Farm Table TV10:16 Harvest Her Power Conference Recap16:10 Farm Wife Identity and Feedback Callout17:29 Podcast Recognition and Mission19:19 Ultimate Farm Wife Season Update21:08 Little Farmers Books and Representation24:35 Wrap Up and Next Episode

In this episode of Agsolutely Fabulous, Katja speaks with Rachel Gordon, a cattle producer near Oberon in the Central Tablelands of New South Wales who runs about 300 breeders with her husband, Andrew, across owned and leased country. They discuss why it’s important to give city kids opportunities in agriculture to bridge the urban–rural divide, including Rach’s experience hosting a motivated Sydney school student for three weeks of work experience after seeing his detailed Facebook post. Rach describes ensuring the arrangement was genuine work experience rather than free labor by exposing him to varied tasks such as cattle work and attending major cattle sales to learn about markets and buyer preferences, and notes the experience reinforced his interest in a cattle career. The conversation also covers ways to find similar young people (including speaking with agriculture teachers), perceived hurdles to hosting work experience, and a focus on farm safety practices. In the second half, they explore matching skills to roles on the farm, including using an organizational chart even in a two-person business; Rach and her husband define roles (CEO/business management versus operations) to improve decision-making, communication, and accountability, using market information, weight gain estimates, and financial considerations to guide sell/hold decisions. Rach also urges people outside agriculture to be curious, seek factual information over inflammatory headlines, and engage in open conversation—particularly around livestock—while encouraging producers to welcome genuinely interested visitors to better connect people with how food is produced.Thank you for being part of this incredible community.💕 Support Our PartnersTHANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W00:28 Meet Rach 00:59 Why City Kids Matter01:57 A Sydney Student Story03:45 Making Work Experience Real05:37 What Stood Out in His Post06:58 Takeaways and Next Steps09:59 Safety and Farm Readiness11:42 Match Skills to Roles13:46 CEO vs Ops on Farm19:36 Curiosity About Agriculture23:26 Closing the Urban Rural Gap

Gillian sits down with Cathy McHugh, Communications Manager at Livestock SA, for a deep dive into why agriculture is so bad at telling its own story — and what to do about it.📖 Cath's Career Path — from stenographer to the Adelaide Crows, SAFM, Channel 10, and seven years as unit publicist on McLeod's Daughters, before landing in ag comms🐎 The McLeod's Daughters Effect — how one TV show changed the gender balance on Australian cattle stations, and why representation matters more than the industry gives it credit for🔍 Losing the SEO War — why animal activist groups have dominated online search results on agriculture for years, and why investing in communications isn't optional anymore🤝 Working With (Not Against) Rural Media — why farmers need to stop expecting favours from journalists just because they cover ag, and how a good working relationship pays off when things go wrong💬 Kathie's Top 3 Tips for Telling Your Story Outside Agriculture — don't be humble, believe in your story, and take it beyond your own communityPlus: AI, search visibility, and why staying silent online means becoming invisible.💕 Support Our PartnersTHANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout! Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] to the newsletter: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W#AgsolutelyFabulous

In this episode of Absolutely Fabulous, Katja Williams sits down with Toni Dingle, author of 'Head Over Boots,' to discuss her experiences living on a cattle property, her writing journey, and her passion for gut health. Toni shares her unique insights into rural life, the importance of resilience, and how food impacts mental and physical health. The conversation touches on the challenges of farming, motherhood, and the media's portrayal of agriculture. Toni also underscores the significance of holistic health approaches and highlights valuable resources for gut health education.00:40 Toni's Background and Life on the Farm01:54 Writing Journey and Inspiration03:38 Challenges and Realities of Farming08:18 Resilience and Life Lessons from Farming11:11 Gut Health and Its Importance16:18 Personal Experiences with Gut Health23:35 Practical Tips for Gut Health26:44 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsFollow Toni on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/workinonafullhouse/ Or on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tonidingle_writes/ Listen to Toni’s podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/that-gut-feeling-doing-it-for-the-kids-podcast/id1569314356Thank you for being part of this incredible community.💕 Support Our PartnersConference Tickets - https://www.123tix.com.au/events/50678/harvest-her-power-conference-2026THANK YOU TO OUR CONFERENCE SPONSORSFletcher International - https://fletchint.com.au/Chamber 262 - https://www.chambers262.com/THANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W

Early bird tickets for the Harvest Her Power Conference 2026 close TONIGHT at 11:30pm (Jan 31st) — and Episode 61 of AgFab is full of important updates, industry insights and community wins.In this episode we chat about:• Lamb Ad success and impact • Land development & navigating permits • Early bird ticket reminder • SheFarmer • Gillian’s Mini Me competition update•Thank you to everyone who submitted videos • More donated ticket opportunities coming (hopefully)• Two interview episodes coming up • AgFab returning together after the conference🎟️ Last chance for Early Bird Tickets After Jan 31st, new ticket offers apply — use code HHP10 for 10% off.Thank you for being part of this incredible community.💕 Support Our PartnersLinksConference Tickets - https://www.123tix.com.au/events/50678/harvest-her-power-conference-2026THANK YOU TO OUR CONFERENCE SPONSORSFletcher International - https://fletchint.com.au/Chamber 262 - https://www.chambers262.com/THANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W

💕 Support Our PartnersLinksConference Tickets - https://www.123tix.com.au/events/50678/harvest-her-power-conference-2026THANK YOU TO OUR CONFERENCE SPONSORSFletcher International - https://fletchint.com.au/Chamber 262 - https://www.chambers262.com/THANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W

💕 Support Our PartnersLinksConference Tickets - https://www.123tix.com.au/events/50678/harvest-her-power-conference-2026🚜 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W

#58 Biosecurity Christmas Warning, Robert Irwin Goes Global, Major Solar Farm Fire & 2025 sign off🎣 Topic 1: Biosecurity Warning — Fishing Over Christmas & Why Imported Bait Is a Serious RiskAs everyone gears up for Christmas holidays and families start heading to the river, the lake or the coast for a bit of downtime, we’re kicking off with a crucial biosecurity reminder. Using imported bait—even when it looks harmless—is one of the fastest ways to introduce devastating pests and diseases into Australian waterways. From viruses that can wipe out native fish populations to parasites that spread far beyond the fishing spot, imported bait poses a real threat to our ecosystems, local fishing industries, and regional economies.Topic 2: Robert Irwin — Australia’s Biggest International Ambassador Since Paul Hogan?We revisit a favourite talking point: Robert Irwin’s unstoppable global rise. He’s becoming one of the most recognisable, positive Australian ambassadors of this generation — and not just in the US. Robert is now making waves in the UK, Germany, Japan, India, and China, reaching audiences that previous Australian public figures never quite hit in the same way.🎁 Q&A + Giveaway Winners — Toni Dingle’s Aussie Rom-Com “Head Over Boots”We’re thrilled to announce the winners of our festive giveaway of Toni Dingle’s first Australian romcom, Head Over Boots. Congratulations to: 🎉 Kerry M 🎉 Kate Lhttps://tonidinglewrites.com/#presale🔥 Topic 3: Major Solar Farm Fire — What Happened & Why It MattersIn this episode, we cover the recent large-scale solar farm fire that’s been making headlines. As regional Australia becomes home to more renewable projects, communities are increasingly asking questions about safety, land management, and infrastructure resilience.🎄 Topic 4: Christmas & New Year Sign-Off — Farewell to 2025 & What’s Coming NextWe wrap up the year with a warm Christmas and New Year’s message to our incredible listeners. It’s been a huge year, and we share a little behind-the-scenes insight into what’s coming in 2026:💕 Support Our PartnersLinkstickets - https://www.123tix.com.au/events/50674/farm-succession-and-the-forgotten-womenConference Tickets - https://www.123tix.com.au/events/50678/harvest-her-power-conference-2026🚜 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W

✨ Episode 57: Q&A – Migraine Update, Farm Marriage Advice, Forgotten Women in Succession + Win Toni’s Rom-Com!Welcome to a jam-packed Agsolutley Fabulous Q&A episode! Today we dive into your questions—from health updates and farm-life realities to conference news, succession support, and even a spicy pre-Christmas pep talk. PLUS: Stay to the end to find out how you can WIN a copy of Toni’s Australian Rom-Com!🎙 What We Cover in This Episode📚 Toni’s Rom-Com GiveawayWe’re giving away a copy of Toni’s hilarious Australian romance novel “Head Over Boots.” Stick around to learn how to enter!💉 My First Self-Injection (Migraine Treatment Update)🎧 The Ultimate Farm Wife UpdatesTwo big milestones! • Fiona’s incredible Episode 99 • Episode 100 with me—coming soon! We talk growth, community, and what’s next for TUFW.🎟 Harvest Her Power Conference – Tickets ON SALE!Don’t miss the 2026 Harvest Her Power Conference: empowerment, leadership, rural women, business, ag futures. We share ticket details, what’s new, and why this year is BIGGER.tickets - https://www.123tix.com.au/events/50678/harvest-her-power-conference-2026🗣 Ag Forum Topic – Financial Norms & Support💍 Getting Married On Farm? Our Advice for the New Year Brides💔 When the People Who Should Love You… Don’t🚫 “No” Is a Complete Sentence – Pre-Christmas Pep TalkYour seasonal reminder to protect your peace, your energy, and your boundaries.💕 Support Our PartnersLinkstickets - https://www.123tix.com.au/events/50674/farm-succession-and-the-forgotten-womenJoin us for an engaging and interactive online webinar as we welcome Dr. Lucie Newsome, researcher and lecturer in management and economics, to discuss her thought-provoking paper, “The Dreaded Daughter-in-Law.” We’ve all heard the anecdotes — the whispered stories, the family tension, the statistics that paint a worrying picture of gender imbalance in agriculture. But Dr. Newsome’s research goes beyond the rumours and brings forward evidence-based insights into what’s really happening behind the farm gate. In this powerful session, we’ll explore how gender, tradition, and family dynamics shape succession planning in Australian farm businesses — and why so many women, especially daughters and daughters-in-law, are often left out of the process.🚜 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W

petition - https://tr.ee/ZWatk5lEY-Welcome back to Episode 56 of Absolutely Fabulous, where Gillian and Katja dive into the biggest conversations happening across Australian agriculture right now — from policy battles to rodeo dreams, beef debates, and even a few Christmas gift ideas for the farm-loving women in your life.🌾 This Week in AgricultureGillian breaks down: • Key updates from the MLA AGM • Her re-election as SA Livestock Chairperson • What these changes mean for producers heading into 2026Katja shares exciting news: • Harvest Her Power Conference tickets are officially on sale • New episodes dropping on The Ultimate Farm Wife podcast🔥 Hot Topics Covered• Transmission Lines & Farmer Petitions What’s happening, why producers are fighting back, and how communities are organising.• 12-Year-Old Australian Rodeo Star Going Global A young competitor prepares to take on the American circuit — we talk talent, training, and the power of rural kids with big dreams.• Organic Beef vs Pasture-Raised Beef What’s the difference? What does the science say? And what are consumers really buying?• Gillian & Katja’s Christmas Gift Recommendations Real, practical, and rural woman-approved stocking filler ideas.💕 Support Our PartnersLinksTICKETS - https://www.123tix.com.au/events/50480/beauty-banter-brushes-a-night-with-alastair-mosey02/12/ 2025 Remember those 80s and 90s glamour shots that made us look ten years older than we were? Makeup artist, farmer and beauty brand sensation is here to make sure it never happens again!Bring your makeup and mirror if you want to follow along or just join us for a night of fun and expert tips and tricks.Grab your friends (or teenager) and get ready for a night of fierce fashionable fun.🚜 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W

🌾 Topic 1: Speed Limit Reduction Proposal to 80kmA new proposal aims to drop rural road speed limits from 100km to 80km. We break down what this could mean for:Grain haulage and hay transportEmergency response timesRural business productivityCommunity safety vs. city-based policymaking Will an 80km speed limit help or hinder rural Australia?🌾 Topic 2: Harvest Complaints Heat UpAs harvest ramps up, so do the complaints—dust, noise, trucks, and long hours. We explore:Why complaints spike every harvestHow non-farming neighbours can better understand harvest pressuresCommunication tips to reduce conflictThe need for policy that supports essential farm operations🌾 Topic 3: Is the Bull Bat Ban Back on the Table?The controversial bull bat (nightjar) protection ban is resurfacing. In this segment we cover:What the proposed restrictions could mean for graziersImpacts on stubble grazing and pasture managementWildlife conversations vs. practical land stewardship🌾 Topic 4: Farmers Band Together as Transmission Company Demands AccessAnother week, another transmission company pressuring farmers for land access. We discuss:How farmers are uniting to push backWhat rights landholders actually haveNegotiation strategiesThe growing tension between renewables expansion and agriculture💕 Support Our PartnersLinksTICKETS - https://www.123tix.com.au/events/50480/beauty-banter-brushes-a-night-with-alastair-mosey02/12/ 2025 Remember those 80s and 90s glamour shots that made us look ten years older than we were? Makeup artist, farmer and beauty brand sensation is here to make sure it never happens again!Bring your makeup and mirror if you want to follow along or just join us for a night of fun and expert tips and tricks.Grab your friends (or teenager) and get ready for a night of fierce fashionable fun.🚜 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W

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53# Are Women Too Emotional to Lead? From Net Zero to the EPBC Act — What’s Really Happening in Australian Agriculture. 💋 First up, they chat about the upcoming Makeup Night Fundraiser — featuring the one and only Alastair, our farm-bingo-host-slash-makeup-queen! Tickets are live now and all proceeds support the Harvest Her Power Conference — empowering rural women and farm families across Australia.🌿 Then things get serious. The ladies unpack the Nationals’ decision to walk away from net zero, what it actually means for Australian farmers, and why it’s more than just a political headline. Gillian breaks down the EPBC Act reforms and the real impact they could have on farming communities and food production.🏆 Big shout-out to Carol Mudford, founder of sHedway, for winning the AgriFutures Rural Woman of the Year Award! Katja shares how Carol’s work in suicide prevention and mental health support in shearing sheds is transforming rural Australia.💪 Finally, the big question: “Are women too emotional to lead?” Katja and Gillian unpack this outdated myth with honesty, humour, and lived experience — calling out the double standards and celebrating women’s leadership in farming, business, and community life.💕 Support Our PartnersLinksTICKETS - https://www.123tix.com.au/events/50480/beauty-banter-brushes-a-night-with-alastair-moseyRemember those 80s and 90s glamour shots that made us look ten years older than we were? Makeup artist, farmer and beauty brand sensation is here to make sure it never happens again!Bring your makeup and mirror if you want to follow along or just join us for a night of fun and expert tips and tricks.Grab your friends (or teenager) and get ready for a night of fierce fashionable fun. 🚜 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W📅 What ELSE is coming up next Forgotten Women in Farm Succession: Breaking the cycle. – Tuesday 16 December 2025 – online Register your interest here: https://www[http://.facebook.com/share/1AMyhnsW9Q/].facebook.com/share/1AMyhnsW9Q/Harvest Her Power Conference Feb 23-24th 2026https://farmwivesconference.com.au/More details to come soon!

Episode 52 #52 Fact or Fiction: Sheep Hair Fences + The Silent Killer of Family Farms + Bingo Night Cheers!💡 Topic 1 – Fact or Fiction: Sheep Hair Fencing Can sheep hair really replace fencing? We unpack the viral claim that Australian farmers are using sheep hair as a natural deterrent for kangaroos and a soil-friendly fertiliser. Sustainable solution or bush yarn? ⚠️ Topic 2 – The Silent Killer of Family Farming Businesses Conflict. Confusion. Control. These three “silent killers” are costing farming families more than they realise. We unpacks how poor communication and unclear succession can destroy even the strongest family operations — and what you can do to protect yours.🚜 Topic 3 – ANFDs Success Conversations Fresh off the Australian National Field Days, Katja shares conversations from the ground. Its a heated one!🎉 Topic 4 – Bingo Night Review & Sponsors Thank You It’s not all work and no play! Gillian wraps up with a heartfelt thank-you to sponsors and supporters who made Bingo Night a success. Rural community spirit at its best.🎧 Tune in for:A myth-busting start to your weekPractical insight into navigating family business dynamicsField Day highlights and rural community celebrationAustralian farming podcast, rural Australia, family farm conflict, farm business management, Australian National Field Days, sheep hair fencing, sustainable agriculture, farming community events, farm succession planning, women in agriculture.🚜 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Use the code AGFAB for 10% off at Kitchen Language. https://www.kitchenlanguage.com.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W2026 Harvest Her Power Conference - Dubbo NSWhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1340791533688762https://farmwivesconference.com.au/

AgFab #51: Biosecurity Alert – Khapra Beetle in Woolies Nappies + Farm-Life Q&A for Women In AgUrgent Biosecurity Alert: Khapra Beetle Found in NappiesA recall advisory for Little One’s Ultra Dry Nappy Pants – Walker Size 5 (42 pk) sold at Woolworths Orange, after larvae of the pest Khapra Beetle were discovered.Key safety instructions for anyone who bought the product:Don’t use them.Don’t throw them away (including the packaging).Don’t return them.Instead:Double-bag using plastic bags and seal with tape.Freeze if possible.Call 1800 798 636 or visit Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry at agriculture.gov.au/report for next steps.Why this is critical: The Khapra beetle is a serious pest of stored grain and dry foods, and is not currently present in Australia.We discuss what this means for rural producers, biosecurity risks, and what farm households should know.🗣 Q&A SegmentWe tackle listener questions:“Subsistent farming – is that like hobby-farming or homesteading for self-sufficiency?”“Katja, I saw you at the Warren Open Gardens weekend with your kids. You were smiling the whole time—how do you do it? I left mine at home because I can’t bear having them with me on a ‘me-day’!”“Looking for work-pants for the harvest contract and WHS says they have to be cotton or denim. Jeans will be too hot? What recommendations do the AgFabs have?”“Hi ladies, new listener here (so that makes me a new AgFab!). My daughter is about to sit her Year 12 exams and wants to go a year up north and has applied to many stations in the NT. She’s my only child and I want to go visit while she’s up there. What’s the etiquette for visiting a station? When she gets a job my plan is to ask the station when we can ‘give’ but what can I plan in advance of asking?”“Gillian what do you do about your Brumbies on station?”🚜 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!Homestead Road - Don’t forget — you can grab 40% off Homestead Road clothing with code KATJA40 until 31 Oct.https://homesteadroad.com.au/pages/aboutFarm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W2026 Harvest Her Power Conference - Dubbo NSWhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1340791533688762https://farmwivesconference.com.au/

Agsolutley Fabulous Turns 50! Rural Health Gaps, Deforestation & Rural RealitiesWe’ve hit 50 episodes! 🎉 That officially puts Agsolutley Fabulous in the top 25% of podcasts worldwide, with only 8.5% ever reaching this milestone. Thank YOU for listening, sharing, and growing this incredible community of rural women, farm families, and ag lovers right across Australia.In this week’s episode, Katja Williams and Gillian Fennell celebrate the journey so far and dig into some of the big conversations shaping life in the bush — from women’s health to government policy and environmental challenges. 💬 This Episode Covers:1️⃣ 50 Episodes Strong A huge thank you to every listener who’s tuned in, left a review, or shared an episode. Your support has helped us reach more rural women and give voice to those living and working in agriculture.2️⃣ YouTube Community Tab Unlocked! We’ve just unlocked the community tab on our YouTube channel — which means we can now post polls, behind-the-scenes updates, and sneak peeks. Make sure you’re subscribed so you can vote on future episode topics!3️⃣ Ag Fab Q&A: Deforestation & Government Policy We unpack the complex history of government decisions around deforestation, what it means for farmers today, and how environmental policy has shaped Australian agriculture.4️⃣ Rural Health Reality Check A sobering statistic — women living in remote areas can die up to 12 years earlier than those in cities. We talk about why, what needs to change, and how rural communities continue to support one another through challenges.5️⃣ Farm Contractors & the Dam Fine Print When a farm contractor was fined over dam works, it sparked questions about regulation, compliance, and common sense in agriculture. We break down what happened and what it means for other producers. 💕 Support Our PartnersLinksONLINE BINGO NIGHT - $20.00 - GREAT PRIZES TO BE WON!!https://www.123tix.com.au/events/50070/virtual-bingo-night 🚜 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!Homestead Road - Don’t forget — you can grab 40% off Homestead Road clothing with code KATJA40 until 31 Oct.https://homesteadroad.com.au/pages/about Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/ Email us - [email protected] SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W Australian agriculture podcast, women in agriculture, rural women Australia, Agsolutley Fabulous podcast, Katja Williams, Gillian Fennell, rural health Australia, deforestation policy, farming news, Australian farmers, rural lifestyle, ag influencer, family farming business, outback life, farm women podcast, top agriculture podcasts Australia.

Livestock Truck Collisions with Train | Vegan Supermarket Protest | Are Farmers Judged for Not Diversifying? | Agsolutley Fabulous Ep.49Welcome back to Episode 49 of Agsolutley Fabulous! We’re inching toward the big 5-0 and we couldn’t have done it without YOU — our amazing rural and ag-loving community.This week we cover a mix of hard-hitting news and thought-provoking topics:🚛 Topic 1: Full Livestock Truck Collision A devastating accident involving a full livestock truck colliding with a train — we unpack what happened, the impact on those involved, and the ripple effects for the wider farming and transport community.🌹 Topic 2: Vegans Laying Roses in Supermarkets Viral footage shows vegan activists laying roses in the meat section of major supermarkets. We talk about what this means for the ag industry, how farmers feel about these protests, and the importance of respectful conversations around food production.🎙️ Topic 3: Sally’s Question – Are Farmers Being Judged for Not Diversifying? Inspired by Clarkson’s Farm, listener Sally asks:“Do city viewers think farmers can just switch enterprises overnight?” We share our take on farm diversification, the real costs and timeframes, and why diversification isn’t as simple as it looks on screen.🐝 Topic 4: Varroa Mite Reaches Victoria Biosecurity alert! The Varroa mite has now been detected in Victorian hives. We look at what this means for local beekeepers, pollination services, and future honey production.🤠 Topic 5: For Ringers in Need – Grant Access We shine a spotlight on an incredible initiative supporting ringers and ag workers doing it tough.#AgsolutleyFabulous #TheUltimateFarmWife #WomenInAg #FarmPodcast #ClarksonsFarm #AustralianFarmers #FarmLife #AgNews #RuralPodcast #VarroaMite #VeganProtest #FarmDiversificationLinksONLINE BINGO NIGHT - $20.00 - GREAT PRIZES TO BE WON!!https://www.123tix.com.au/events/50070/virtual-bingo-nightJoin us for a night of fun, laughter and community at the Harvest Her Power Virtual Bingo Night - all from the comfort of your own home!This exciting online event will bring together people from across Australia for an evening of connection and entertainment while raising funds to support the Harvest Her Power Conference - a movement dedicated to empowering women in agriculture at all stages of their journey.🚜 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!Homestead Road - Don’t forget — you can grab 40% off Homestead Road clothing with code KATJA40 until 31 Oct.https://homesteadroad.com.au/pages/aboutFarm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W

LinksONLINE BINGO NIGHT - $20.00 - GREAT PRIZES TO BE WON!!https://www.123tix.com.au/events/50070/virtual-bingo-nightJoin us for a night of fun, laughter and community at the Harvest Her Power Virtual Bingo Night - all from the comfort of your own home!This exciting online event will bring together people from across Australia for an evening of connection and entertainment while raising funds to support the Harvest Her Power Conference - a movement dedicated to empowering women in agriculture at all stages of their journey.What to Expect:Fast-paced interactive bingo rounds with fabulous prizes to be wonExclusive discount codes and vouchers from generous businesses across AustraliaPlenty of laughs, surprises and the chance to connect with others from around the countryA feel-good way to support both regional women and regional small businessesEvery ticket purchased will help us continue the work of Harvest Her Power - equipping women in agriculture with the skills, confidence and community they need to thrive. Join us to support the women who keep our farms, families and communities strong.🚜 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!Homestead Road - Don’t forget — you can grab 40% off Homestead Road clothing with code KATJA40 until 31 Oct.https://homesteadroad.com.au/pages/aboutFarm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/Book Box - Use code Fabulous15 for a special discount at checkout!Start your next chapter here → https://bookbox.au/Email us - [email protected] TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W2026 Harvest Her Power Conference - Dubbo NSWhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1340791533688762https://farmwivesconference.com.au/

In this week’s episode of Agsolutley Fabulous (AgFab), Katja and Gillian dive into the hot topics shaking up rural Australia right now:🔥 Topic 1 – Backburning vs. Goat Power Should we rethink fire safety this season? Instead of risky backburns, could grazing goats be the safer, smarter way to reduce fire fuel loads and protect communities?📰 Topic 2 – Family Before Headlines Why waiting too long to act on tough decisions can cost more than money. We talk about farm families, crisis moments, and how to protect your loved ones before your story becomes tabloid news.🎤 Topic 3 – Live From the NSW Dairy Conference Natasha drops us a voice note from the conference floor—insights, takeaways, and the big conversations shaping the future of the dairy industry.💰 Topic 4 – Debt Recovery & The Urban–Rural Divide We unpack a confronting article on forced farm sales, digging into how financial pressure is handled, and why bridging the city–country understanding matters now more than ever.👉 Q&A Segment – Your questions, our honest answers.If you’re passionate about agriculture, rural life, and the future of Aussie farms, this is one episode you don’t want to miss.LinksSUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W2026 Harvest Her Power Conference - Dubbo NSWhttps://www.facebook.com/share/1Yhv2wFKzQ/🚜 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!💻 Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/[email protected]

🎙️ AgFab Ep. 46 | Drought Forum, Heifer Show, Climate Conference + Who Should Speak at Ag Events?Welcome back to Agsolutley Fabulous – your go-to ag podcast for rural news, events, and honest conversations about Australian agriculture.This episode covers: 🌾 Federal Drought Forum Update – Gillian brings the inside scoop straight from the recent national discussions. What’s being promised, and how does it stack up for farmers on the ground? 🐮 National All Breeds Heifer Show – highlights, industry buzz, and how these events are shaping the next generation of cattle breeders and young handlers. 🌱 Farmers for Climate Action Conference – review of the 2025 event MC’d by Kirsten Diprose, who also joins us on the podcast to share her insights and key takeaways. ❓ AgFab listener Q&A: Why are non-farm speakers at agriculture events? With the NFF AgriFutures Exchange Conference on the Gold Coast featuring Billy Slater, Gillian (on the organising committee and a speaker herself) gives her perspective. We also chat about UK ag influencer Olly Harrison’s visit and what international voices bring to the table.🔥 Key talking points:Drought preparedness and what policy changes might mean for your farmWhy cattle shows matter for the future of agricultureFarmer-driven climate conversations and Kirsten’s conference highlightsDo we need more industry experts – and fewer celebrity names – at ag forums?💌 Get involved: We want to hear from YOU! Keep sending your articles, reels, and questions through so we can feature them on the podcast.📈 Help us grow: We’re sitting at nearly 4,000 downloads, with 14 reviews on iTunes and 8 on Spotify. Reviews make a HUGE difference in helping others find us – so if you enjoy the show, please leave one today.👉 Subscribe so you never miss an episode. 👉 Follow us on socials for daily updates and behind-the-scenes.LinksSUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W2026 Harvest Her Power Conference - Dubbo NSWhttps://www.facebook.com/share/1Yhv2wFKzQ/🚜 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!💻 Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/[email protected]#AgriculturePodcast #FarmingAustralia #AgFabPodcast #AgriBusiness #FarmersForClimateAction #ClimateChange #ShorthornBeef #CattleShow #NFFAgExchange #BillySlater #OllyHarrison #RuralAustralia #FarmersVoice

This week in rural Australia, tensions flared as furious farmers confronted Jacinta Allan at the Bush Summit in Ballarat, with the Prime Minister also facing backlash. Farmers are also cheering on stronger border security measures, while the Federal Government has announced an extra $1 billion in drought loans, extending support well beyond 2026. Plus, a truck fire carrying steak bursts into flames. LinksSUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W2026 Harvest Her Power Conference - Dubbo NSWhttps://www.facebook.com/share/1Yhv2wFKzQ/🚜 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!💻 Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/[email protected]

From Paddock to Plate: Traceability, Freight & Farmer Scams This week we’re diving into a jam-packed episode of AgFab that covers everything from freight and meat traceability to love scams in the bush.Topics we cover in Ep 44: 🚛 National Freight and Supply Chain Strategy 2025 – What it means for farmers, truckies, and getting produce from paddock to plate. 📞 Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman – Where to turn when you’ve had enough of poor phone service, dodgy internet, or endless dropouts in rural areas. ❓ Q&A – A listener writes: “You ladies keep mentioning lifetime traceable when talking about the red meat industry. What exactly does it mean?” We break it down in plain English and explain why it matters for producers and consumers alike. 💔 Love, Lies and Lonely Paddocks – The heartbreaking rise of romance scams targeting farmers. How to spot the warning signs and protect yourself or someone you love. 🎥 Fidget Stick Reel – A fun farm-life distraction making the rounds on socials.✨ Whether you’re here for industry updates, real talk on rural life, or just a laugh, this episode is full of insights every farmer (and farm wife) will appreciate.LinksSUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W2026 Harvest Her Power Conference - Dubbo NSWhttps://www.facebook.com/share/1Yhv2wFKzQ/🚜 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!💻 Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/[email protected]

BONUS Episode - Crazy Food Trends, Australia’s New Tourism Ad, Subscriptions in Farming & More!This week on Agsolutley Fabulous (AgFab) Ep 43, we’re diving into the wild, the weird, and the wonderful—from social media’s craziest food trends to Australia’s brand-new international tourism campaign. Did the ad really hit the mark, or did it miss the spirit of the outback?We also tackle a Q&A from the farm gate:👉 Subscriptions are taking over our lives! From streaming services to livestock industry memberships, how do you know which are worth the money—especially when you’re already working as unpaid farm labour? We share practical tips on which subscriptions matter most for farmers and which ones you can ditch guilt-free.Plus:🌱 Microplastics & Monty Composting – what’s sneaking into our soils and what you can actually do about it.👶 A former Neighbours star calls for a fresh look at childcare subsidies to support stay-at-home parents.👩‍🌾 The daughter-in-law cult—was your son brainwashed into family estrangement? We unpack this trending and deeply personal debate.🎧 Whether you’re here for laughs, farm chat, or thought-provoking stories from rural Australia, AgFab has you covered.👉 Don’t forget to hit Subscribe and join the conversation in the comments!2026 Harvest Her Power Conference - Dubbo NSWhttps://www.facebook.com/share/1Yhv2wFKzQ/🚜 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!💻 Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/[email protected] https://www.une.edu.au/about-une/news-and-events/news/2024/07/spotlight-on-the-dreaded-daughter-in-law#:~:text=A%20team%20of%20five%20UNE,continuation%20of%20the%20family%20farm.#AgFabPodcast #FarmLife #AustralianAgriculture #FoodTrends #TourismAustralia #Microplastics #FamilyFarming #Subscriptions #ParentingDebate

.42# AWiA Conference Wrap 🐑, Rural Health Fight After Bush Dad’s Death, Ag Dept Staff Sackings, Raw Milk Myths, Glow-in-the-Dark Roads & $20M FMD Vaccine.🔥 This Week on AgFab: Rural Voices, Big Issues, and Bright Ideas!In this episode, Katja and Gillian cover the big stories shaking Australian agriculture right now:1️⃣ AWiA Conference 2025 – Highlights, key takeaways, and the conversations driving change for women in agriculture. 2️⃣ Rural Health Battle After Tragedy – Alex Thomas shares the heartbreaking loss of her bush dad and her powerful call for urgent, bipartisan healthcare reform so regional Australians can access life-saving treatment close to home. 3️⃣ Ag Department Staff Cuts & Controversy – Listeners ask: were some workers sacked without redundancy and forced to sign non-disclosure agreements? What’s really going on? 4️⃣ Raw Milk “Fake News” Epidemic – Busting myths, misinformation, and what you need to know as a farmer and consumer. 5️⃣ Glow-in-the-Dark Roads – Could Australia’s latest road safety proposal light up rural travel? 6️⃣ $20 Million FMD Vaccine Project – Inside the major new research effort to protect Australia from Foot-and-Mouth Disease.LinksSUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W2026 Harvest Her Power Conference - Dubbo NSWhttps://www.facebook.com/share/1Yhv2wFKzQ/🚜 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!💻 Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/[email protected]

🎙️ Episode 41 – From Disturbing Farm Footage to UFOs in the Paddock: What’s Going On?!This week on The Ultimate Farm Wife, we're diving into the headlines causing ripples across rural Australia—and beyond.🚨 Topic 1: Broken Hill Horror A Broken Hill man has been sentenced after uploading extremely distressing animal abuse content to social media. We unpack the legal and emotional fallout, and what this means for community standards and animal welfare laws.🌾 Topic 2: Moved Next to a Farm... And Complaining? We're seeing more viral reels where city folks move to the country and then protest farm life. So, whose rights matter more—longstanding farmers or new neighbours?🌊 Q&A: Coastal Farming and Climate Strategy A listener question asks: What strategies can coastal farmers use in response to changing ocean conditions? We explore the links between seismic activity (like last week’s 7.1 earthquake), sunami warnings, and farming resilience near the sea.🛸 Topic 3: UFOs Over the East Coast Reports of strange sightings in both NSW and QLD—lights, shapes, and silence. We’re not saying it’s aliens... but let’s talk about what’s been seen in our skies.💰 Topic 4: $93.5 Million Farm Sale in Maroochydore Wises Farm sells for a jaw-dropping price—what does this mean for ag land value on the Sunshine Coast, and who’s buying up premium farmland?SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSELTTER: https://tr.ee/qd6wlKKB1W

Biosecurity Warning, Ag Department Cuts & The Raw Truth About the SA Drought This week’s episode is a wild one — equal parts alarming, heartfelt, and honest.🦠 Topic 1: Flesh-Eating Parasite – A New Biosecurity Threat? We unpack the shocking news of a flesh-eating parasite from southern Mexico that’s making headlines. Could this be Australia's next biosecurity nightmare? We break down what it is, who’s at risk, and what it means for Aussie agriculture.📉 Topic 2: 165 Ag & Regional Jobs Cut The axe has fallen. We dive into the recent slash of 165 jobs from regional and agricultural departments — what’s really behind it, what this means for our communities, and why regional Australia is again paying the price.💬 Topic 3: Your Thoughts on Funerals & Reels We read your powerful, personal and sometimes hilarious comments from this week’s viral reel and the post about planning rural funerals. If you’ve ever had to juggle grief, gumboots and logistics — this one’s for you.🌾 Topic 4: Has the SA Drought Hit Breaking Point? A raw discussion: Are South Australian pastoralists facing the worst of it right now? We hear firsthand stories and share insights from the bush. Could this be the hardest season yet?2026 Harvest Her Power Conference - Dubbo NSWhttps://www.facebook.com/share/1Yhv2wFKzQ/🚜 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!💻 Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/[email protected]

🎙️ Episode 39 – Royal Protocols, Frog Farming & Found Dogs with Katja Williams (The Ultimate Farm Wife) & Gillian Fennell (Station Mum 101)This week’s episode is a wild ride (and not just because Katja had a birthday! 🎉).Here’s what we’re unpacking: 🐾 WE FOUND OUR DOG! You’ll never believe how. 🐸 Frog farming is a thing – and yes, we’ve found the videos. Stay tuned on socials. 📻 We got sent an old-school comedy reel about “political” visits to farms – classic throwback, we’ll try and slip it into the episode. 👑 We dive into a deep listener question:“Farms are often compared to the monarchy when it comes to tradition and succession… but why don’t we consider funeral protocols or planning in the same way when a key family member passes in a farming business?”💍 Plus, a hot-button convo raised on Ducks on the Pond with Kirsten Diprose:“If you marry a farmer… should you get a prenup?”🎉 Also, some milestone moments: 🗓️ Next month marks 12 months of Agsolutley Fabulous! Over 80 episodes and counting. We’re asking: 👉 What do you want more (or less) of? 👉 Got a burning question or article to share? 👉 Know someone who wants to sponsor? It’s free to listen, but not to make – every bit of support helps.💜 Speaking of community… The fundraiser for Jen and her girls was nothing short of amazing: ✅ 53/53 lots sold 🎟️ Two HHP Conference tickets sold – we can't wait to meet the winning bidder and their plus one. We know the conference will be worth every cent.Mention links (Instagram or search them on the web)https://www.instagram.com/lauren.the.mortician/?igsh=eHRha2pneW9udndk&fbclid=IwY2xjawLv0chleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFsRTgySzVFT0JjeFBlcXZSAR4dC6yXMXsb7ZemzPiWMjz6n6uVrZ6RZ5Nl4pwSUv-UV0YdOtBPWpG8m_BVew_aem_Ea6JsQOMuyR2KG0ymzEyrw#http://instagram.com/eterneva/?igsh=YjBiZWdycjVjbTZm&fbclid=IwY2xjawLv0cpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFsRTgySzVFT0JjeFBlcXZSAR7tANAiPQE6SxHgyG5UO3tLO-OsrIkJVLShrxFLShPfcVXbsPtQNchKpJonrg_aem_q9wKFRlqDLK1gD0jt1T2SQ#https://www.instagram.com/emsforkids/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLv0c1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFsRTgySzVFT0JjeFBlcXZSAR4H5rR5UftxwehlL1s05aGlxYl5_K_Kk_2mwXPkt3taiJsHVtjLvDyg3P068Q_aem_hYsBtTVZffebTfQIuFJHcQ2026 Harvest Her Power Conference - Dubbo NSWhttps://www.facebook.com/share/1Yhv2wFKzQ/🚜 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!💻 Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/[email protected]

.Andrew "Cutchy" McCutcheon was an integral part of the Collie, Gilgandra and surrounding communities. He was a devoted father to Evie and Annie, and a loving husband to Jen. He will be remembered for his passion for farming, teaching & helping others, his strong work ethic, his ability to start a conversation with literally anyone and his infectious smile.Raffle tickets: $50Live auction starts: 3PMRaffle drawn: 4PMTickets & details: & more info: https://cutchys-daughters-future-fund-raffle.raiselysite.comThe Ultimate Farm Wives Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/share/g/1LQpo5L8Z7/The Ultimate Farm Wifehttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1000897990451702026 Harvest Her Power Conference - Dubbo NSWhttps://www.facebook.com/share/1Yhv2wFKzQ/🚜 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!💻 Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/[email protected]

🎙️ Agsolutley Fabulous Ep 27: Lab-Grown Meat, Smuggled Food, Agent Exodus & Ag Q&AThis week on Agsolutley Fabulous, Katja and Gillian are back with a no-filter take on the biggest stories in ag—and a few wild ones too.🔥 Hot Topics:Lab-Grown Meat Approved in Australia It’s official—cultured meat has been given the green light. What does this mean for real beef producers, the supermarket shelf, and the future of farming?62,000kg of Illegal Food Stopped at the Border Tons of smuggled food intercepted by border control—but what’s the real cost of lax enforcement when it comes to protecting Australian producers?Gillian Sends Another Wild Reel Let’s just say… this one has Katja questioning her friendship (again). Tune in for a laugh.Livestock Agent Exodus: What's Happening at Elders? An Elders-owned agency faces a mass resignation of stock agents. Is this the start of a shake-up in livestock marketing? Could it mean more competition—and possibly better prices—for sellers?Andrew "Cutchy" McCutcheon was an integral part of the Collie, Gilgandra and surrounding communities. He was a devoted father to Evie and Annie, and a loving husband to Jen. He will be remembered for his passion for farming, teaching & helping others, his strong work ethic, his ability to start a conversation with literally anyone and his infectious smile.Raffle tickets: $50Live auction starts: 3PMRaffle drawn: 4PMTickets & details: & more info: https://cutchys-daughters-future-fund-raffle.raiselysite.comThe Ultimate Farm Wives Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/share/g/1LQpo5L8Z7/The Ultimate Farm Wifehttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1000897990451702026 Harvest Her Power Conference - Dubbo NSWhttps://www.facebook.com/share/1Yhv2wFKzQ/🚜 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!💻 Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/[email protected] grown meat Australia, cultured meat approved, livestock industry news, ag industry Australia, smuggled food Australia, food import border control, Elders stock agent exodus, cattle market prices, Angus cattle premiums, Hereford cattle market, Australian agriculture podcast, women in agriculture, rural podcast Australia, ag news 2025, farming policy Australia, drought not natural disaster, farm data for policy, Agsolutley Fabulous podcast, Katja Williams, Gillian Fennell

Show Notes: In this episode, we dive into several important issues facing rural communities today:Why are South Australian grain farmers being denied access to bank loans, and what does this mean for their future?What is the appropriate driving age for farm kids on private property, and what supervision rules apply?How government policies are making life harder for people living in rural and remote areas.A tragic update on a man who died after a collision with a tractor on a public road.Practical advice for managing the rising cost of living while running a farming business.Whether you’re a farmer, farm family, or rural supporter, this episode covers crucial topics that impact your life and livelihood. Tune in for insights, stories, and solutions to help navigate the challenges of farming today.Andrew "Cutchy" McCutcheon was an integral part of the Collie, Gilgandra and surrounding communities. He was a devoted father to Evie and Annie, and a loving husband to Jen. He will be remembered for his passion for farming, teaching & helping others, his strong work ethic, his ability to start a conversation with literally anyone and his infectious smile.Raffle tickets: $50Live auction starts: 3PMRaffle drawn: 4PMTickets & details: & more info: https://cutchys-daughters-future-fund-raffle.raiselysite.comCatalogue now availableFor a paperback version of the catalogue please email us your name and address.For a digital copy please send us your email address or click the link belowhttps://drive.google.com/.../11KdkoJJ1TM2lfCMGc6k.../view...Tuesday 8th July 202440 Quality Bulls and Commercial Females ready to enter into any breeding programOver 64 years of breeding Quality Seed Stock CattleThe Ultimate Farm Wives Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/share/g/1LQpo5L8Z7/The Ultimate Farm Wifehttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1000897990451702026 Harvest Her Power Conference - Dubbo NSWhttps://www.facebook.com/share/1Yhv2wFKzQ/🚜 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!💻 Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/[email protected]

📝 Show Notes:In this week’s episode of Agsolutley Fabulous, we’re diving headfirst into some of the most pressing and passionate conversations in Australian agriculture:🌾 1. Cities Targeting Prime Farmland for Waste Disposal New proposals suggest metropolitan councils may begin dumping city waste on high-value agricultural land. We unpack what this means for food security, farming livelihoods, and rural communities. Is your farm at risk?👨‍🌾 2. Post-Succession Education: What You Really Need to Know Taking over the family farm is just the beginning. We explore what’s missing in post-succession training—everything from finance to leadership, mindset, and management. If you’ve inherited land (or are about to), don’t skip this chat.🐄 3. The Great Australian Cattle Drive is Back! The dust, the grit, the legacy. We celebrate the return of one of the most iconic agricultural events in Aussie history—and why it's more than just a ride. This is about culture, history, and connection to the land.🔥 Why Listen? Whether you’re in the middle of succession planning, worried about policy overreach, or just love a good yarn about cattle and courage—this episode will challenge, educate, and inspire.📢 Join the Conversation: Have thoughts or questions? Drop a comment on Instagram or Facebook @AgsolutleyFabulous, or nominate a guest through our website.Catalogue now availableFor a paperback version of the catalogue please email us your name and address.For a digital copy please send us your email address or click the link belowhttps://drive.google.com/.../11KdkoJJ1TM2lfCMGc6k.../view...Tuesday 8th July 202440 Quality Bulls and Commercial Females ready to enter into any breeding programOver 64 years of breeding Quality Seed Stock CattleThe Ultimate Farm Wives Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/share/g/1LQpo5L8Z7/The Ultimate Farm Wifehttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1000897990451702026 Harvest Her Power Conference - Dubbo NSWhttps://www.facebook.com/share/1Yhv2wFKzQ/🚜 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!💻 Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/[email protected]

🎙️ Agsolutely Fabulous Podcast Show Notes:In this week’s episode of Agsolutely Fabulous, Katja Williams and Gillian Fennell are back at the mic with another no-nonsense rural roundup. We’re diving into the big issues making waves across rural Australia:📡 Telstra’s Satellite Texting Service – Is this the outback solution we’ve been waiting for? We break down what it means for farmers, remote families, and emergency comms in isolated areas.🔍 Small-Scale Abattoir Under Surveillance – Covert cameras, community concerns, and the bigger question: should government surveillance be mandated in agriculture?🥩 Where’s the Beef? – Supermarket shelves are empty while cattle prices remain high. We ask: who's profiting, and why aren’t consumers seeing the value?🐗 Pig Hunters Doing the Heavy Lifting? – New data reveals recreational hunters are culling more than triple the national average. Should policymakers take notice—and support their role in feral animal management?👩‍🌾 Should Women Be Paid for Voluntary Work? – From on-farm labour to organising community events, women are doing the invisible heavy lifting in ag. It’s time we ask: what’s it worth, and who benefits from keeping it unpaid?💬 Join the conversation by sending us your thoughts on any of this week’s topics. Follow us on socials and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode of rural real talk.🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.Catalogue now available For a paperback version of the catalogue please email us your name and address. For a digital copy please send us your email address or click the link belowhttps://drive.google.com/.../11KdkoJJ1TM2lfCMGc6k.../view... Tuesday 8th July 2024 40 Quality Bulls and Commercial Females ready to enter into any breeding program Over 64 years of breeding Quality Seed Stock CattleThe Ultimate Farm Wives Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/share/g/1LQpo5L8Z7/The Ultimate Farm Wifehttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1000897990451702026 Harvest Her Power Conference - Dubbo NSWhttps://www.facebook.com/share/1Yhv2wFKzQ/#AgsolutelyFabulous #WomenInAg #RuralIssues #BeefShortage #AgPolitics #FarmLife #TelstraSatellite #PigHunting #AgSurveillance #UnpaidWork