Talkin After Hours with the Lower Blackwood LCDC is hosted by Jo Wren and Kate Tarrant from the Lower Blackwood LCDC who, each month, will be talking all things Sustainable Ag, bringing you an interesting and informative interview with an expert on a particular farming or landcare topic. The Lower Blackwood LCDC are a not-for-profit, community managed, independent Landcare and sustainable Ag organisation located in the South West of Western Australia.
Talkin' After Hours with the Lower Blackwood LCDC
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Talkin After Hours with the Lower Blackwood LCDC is hosted by Jo Wren and Kate Tarrant from the Lower Blackwood LCDC who, each month, will be talking all things Sustainable Ag, bringing you an interesting and informative interview with an expert on a particular farming or landcare topic. The Lower Blackwood LCDC are a not-for-profit, community managed, independent Landcare and sustainable Ag organisation located in the South West of Western Australia.
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Recent Episodes
June 24, 2026
Talkin' Biodiversity & Farm Productivity
<p class="MsoNormal"><img src= "https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/show/260666/Biodiversity_and_Farm_Productivity_Tile.png" alt="" width="468" height="374" /></p> <p class="MsoNormal">In this podcast episode we explore a topic that's becoming increasingly important for the future of Australian agriculture: how trees on farms can support grazing livestock, improve productivity, strengthen biodiversity, build climate resilience, and create new opportunities for farmers. To help us unpack this fascinating topic Kate chats to one of Australia's leading voices in agroforestry and farm forestry, Rowan Reid.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Rowan makes the case that, when thoughtfully integrated into grazing systems, trees & shrubs can improve livestock welfare, boost biodiversity, strengthen climate and fire resilience, and even support long-term profitability. With decades of practical experience and research-backed insight, Rowan explains why the best approach is not a one-size-fits-all formula, but a patient, place-based strategy that starts small, builds confidence, and helps farmers create a more productive and resilient landscape for the future.</p>
May 27, 2026
Talkin' Dairying to be Different
<p class="MsoNormal"><img src= "https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/show/260666/Dairying_to_be_Different_Tile.png" alt="" width="480" height="384" /></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style= "mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1; mso-fareast-language: JA;"> In this Talkin' After Hours episode Jo & Kate chat to West Australian dairy farmers, Neville and Elaine Haddon. Together with their son Garry, Neville & Elaine run a major dairy operation in Busselton, milking around 1,300 cows and supplying more than 12 million litres of milk to Harvey Fresh every year.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style= "mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1; mso-fareast-language: JA;"> But despite operating at that scale, the Haddons are still asking questions. How do you grow better pasture with fewer inputs? How do you improve soil health while staying productive and profitable? And how do you build resilience into a farming system facing rising costs and increasingly dry seasons?</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style= "mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1; mso-fareast-language: JA;"> Their farm in Warner Glen in the Lower Blackwood has become the place where they explore those questions — trialling multi-species pastures, experimenting with perennial systems, protecting creeklines and encouraging biodiversity, all while looking for lessons that could potentially reshape the way they farm back in Busselton.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style= "mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1; mso-fareast-language: JA;"> In our conversation, Neville and Elaine reflect on their remarkable journey — from Neville partnering with his brother to buy his first farm at just 16 years old, through decades of hard work in the dairy industry, to becoming passionate advocates for healthier soils and more resilient farming systems.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style= "mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1; mso-fareast-language: JA;"> Tune in to hear about the pressures facing dairy farmers today, the realities of running a large-scale operation, and why curiosity and a willingness to try things differently still drives them after all these years.</span></p> <p>Chapters</p> <p>00:00 Introduction to the Haddons' Dairy Journey<br /> 01:51 Challenges and Motivations in Dairy Farming<br /> 05:58 Current Pressures in the Dairy Industry<br /> 08:03 Operational Insights from Busselton<br /> 10:44 Exploring Regenerative Agriculture Practices<br /> 12:27 Innovative Farming Techniques and Sustainability<br /> 17:08 The Importance of Soil Health<br /> 19:08 Future of Agriculture and Sustainable Practices<br /> 23:30 Innovative Weed Control Strategies<br /> 26:49 Environmental Stewardship in Farming<br /> 28:30 Enhancing Farm Biodiversity<br /> 29:59 Soil Health and Crop Establishment<br /> 32:15 Grazing Management and Pasture Diversity<br /> 36:05 Nutritional Management for Livestock<br /> 39:46 Future Vision for Blackwood Springs<br /> 42:50 Challenges and Support in Regenerative Agriculture<br /> 45:10 Encouragement for New Farmers</p>
April 28, 2026
Growing Smarter: Soil Health, Nutrition & Farming for Profit with Jason Jarvis
<p><span class= "root--v_1_44_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_44_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_44_0--RUo3R-S4 css-b41wr1"> <img src= "https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/show/260666/Growing_Smarter_Soil_Health_Nutrition__Farming_for_Profit_Tile.png" alt="" width="463" height="370" /></span></p> <p><span class= "root--v_1_44_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_44_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_44_0--RUo3R-S4 css-b41wr1"> In this Talkin' After Hours Podcast we chat to orchardist and Nuffield Scholar Jason Jarvis of Prime Organics. Jason is known for pioneering biological farming techniques that boost soil health and crop nutrition. His expertise in soil microbiology and sustainable practices make this conversation a must-hear for anyone committed to farming that's profitable, planet-friendly, and nutrient-rich. </span></p> <p><span class= "root--v_1_44_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_44_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_44_0--RUo3R-S4 css-b41wr1"> In the podcast Jason reveals how building healthy, resilient ecosystems leads to nutrient-dense, tastier, and more resilient food, all while reducing reliance on chemicals.</span> <span class= "root--v_1_44_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_44_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_44_0--RUo3R-S4 css-b41wr1"> His journey from conventional practices to biological farming offers lessons you can apply, whether you're a home gardener or managing a large-scale farm. </span></p> <p><span class= "root--v_1_44_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_44_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_44_0--RUo3R-S4 css-b41wr1"> You'll hear about </span><span class= "root--v_1_44_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_44_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_44_0--RUo3R-S4 css-b41wr1">the science behind soil microbes and their role in nutrient uptake—why healthy plants are naturally pest and disease resistant. Jason shares practical tactics like soil testing protocols, compost brewing techniques, and the use of biochar and compost extracts to supercharge soil life. We break down the importance of testing, observation, and making data-driven decisions that improve crop health and farm profitability.</span> <span class= "root--v_1_44_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_44_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_44_0--RUo3R-S4 css-b41wr1"> You'll also hear about how market trends influence farming decisions, the current challenges with imported inputs, and why focusing on biological health is more important than ever amid climate stress and rising fertilizer costs.</span></p>
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