Getting back to the basics of on-farm risk & reward

Aussie farmers are getting valuable insights into risk and reward management with Episode 1 of ‘Navigating on-farm risk & reward: getting it more right, more often’.

This conversation kicks off the podcast series, which is part of the GRDC-funded RiskWi$e project, led by CSIRO.

Host Annabelle Homer chats with Port Germein farmer and consultant Barry Mudge. His practical experience with low rainfall farming systems has made him a leading voice on managing uncertainty and variability.

Barry dives into strategies for robust decision-making, avoiding clangers, and understanding the tricks our minds can play. Listeners will gain fresh perspectives on fine-tuning their decision-making processes to improve outcomes.

Barry's approach to decision review and ground truthing offers actionable tips to help farmers make smarter, more confident choices.

Podcast co-host Sandy Kimber said, “Our aim is for listeners to use this conversation with Barry to start one of their own – whether it's someone within their business or perhaps an advisor.

“These discussions are the key to helping farmers challenge their perspectives and improve decision-making outcomes,” she added.

The podcast’s tagline, ‘getting it more right, more often’, encapsulates the series’ mission to empower grain growers across Australia.

Catch the trailer and Episode 1 on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, and be sure to follow for future episodes packed with expert advice. For more information about this series and the RiskWi$e project, visit the Hart Field-Site Group’s website.