A Place To Call Home with Sam Fryer

A Place to Call Home Group

A place to call home podcast is a resources aimed to help the next generation of primary producers in Australia.Throughout the podcast, guest share first hand stories to help guide you onto life on the land as well as Industry experts who share their knowledge to help you on your journey to find A Place To Call Home. Copyright: A Place to Call Home Group 2024

  1. #63: Building a Farming business, Making an impact and Creating communities with Randal Breen from Echo Valley Farm

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    #63: Building a Farming business, Making an impact and Creating communities with Randal Breen from Echo Valley Farm

    Send us a text G'day and welcome to episode 63 of the A Place To Call Home Podcast. In this episode, Randal shares his unique journey from a city life to becoming a farmer, detailing the challenges and triumphs he faced along the way. He discusses the importance of community support, creativity, and resilience in agriculture, especially during tough times like drought and COVID-19.  Randal emphasizes the significance of building a community around farming and the impact of a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) model in connecting consumers with their food sources. He also highlights the need for innovation and collaboration among farmers to create a sustainable food system. In this episode we chat about Randall's journey into farmingHow he transitioned from a carpenter to a full-time farmer after years of exploring different careers.How community support played a crucial role in sustaining their farm during the drought and COVID-19.How the CSA model allowed Randall to connect with consumers and share the risks and rewards of food production.Why he believes creativity and boldness are essential for success in agriculture.Why aspiring farmers should approach agriculture with curiosity and enthusiasm.Resources Mentioned RCS Farm Management Professional Development Australia - Resource Consulting ServicesAustralian Holistic Management Co-operativeCall of the Reed Warbler by Charles MasseyDark Emu by Bruce PascoeUtopia for Realists – Rutger BregmanHumankind – Rutger Bregman (Sams Mention)Mountain & Prairie Podcast • Mountain & PrairieFollow Randal Breen and Echo Valley Farm 📸 Instagram: @echovalleyfarmer 🌏 Website: The Breen Family – Echo Valley If you enjoyed the episode, please share it with your friends and leave a review—it really helps us keep these conversations going. Stay connected with A Place to Call Home: 📘 Facebook: A Place to Call Home 📸 Instagram: @aplacetocallhomepodcast 🔗 LinkedIn: A Place to Call Home Podcast 🌏 Website: www.aplacetocallhome.com.au 🎙️ This episode is brought to you by, PRP Regional North Queensland PRP Regional North Queensland - Preston Rowe Paterson Australasia Pty Ltd Support the show

    1 h 27 min
  2. #62: Innovating Agriculture: The Camel Dairy Revolution with Paul Martin from Summer land Camels

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    #62: Innovating Agriculture: The Camel Dairy Revolution with Paul Martin from Summer land Camels

    Send us a text G'day and welcome to episode 62 of the A Place To Call Home Podcast. In this conversation, Paul Martin, CEO and founder of Summer land Camels, shares his journey from traditional cattle farming to establishing a successful camel dairy business. He discusses the challenges posed by drought, the importance of innovative grazing management, and the role of tourism in educating consumers about camel products. Paul emphasizes the need for investment in sustainable practices and the potential for the camel industry in Australia. He also offers valuable insights for the next generation of farmers, encouraging them to seek opportunities and think outside the box. In this episode we chat about Paul's from a cattle and grain property to Camels Dairy.Regenerative agriculture.Being open to new business opportunities..How tourism can play a key role in educating consumers.How investing in off-farm ventures can provide additional income.The history of camels in Australia.Resources Mentioned RCS Farm Management Professional Development Australia - Resource Consulting ServicesHistory ⋆ Savory InstituteThe Ballad of Abdul Wade by Ryan Butta | GoodreadsFollow Paul Martin and Summer land Camels. 📘 Facebook: Summerland Camels 📸 Instagram: @summerlandcamels 🌏 Website: Camel Rides, Farm Tours, Camel Milk Skincare – Summer Land Camels If you enjoyed the episode, please share it with your friends and leave a review—it really helps us keep these conversations going. Stay connected with A Place to Call Home: 📘 Facebook: A Place to Call Home 📸 Instagram: @aplacetocallhomepodcast 🔗 LinkedIn: A Place to Call Home Podcast 🌏 Website: www.aplacetocallhome.com.au 🎙️ This episode is proudly supported Feed Central's LocalAg —Your trusted partner in agricultural solutions.. 👉 To learn more be sure to check out their website.: Trusted Secure Agricultural Marketplace | LocalAg Support the show

    1 h 1 min
  3. #61: Tales from the Bee Drover with Sophia Croker.

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    #61: Tales from the Bee Drover with Sophia Croker.

    Send us a text G'day and welcome to episode 61 of the A Place To Call Home Podcast. In this episode, host Sam Fryer speaks with Sophia, a commercial beekeeper with a rich family legacy in the industry.  Sophia shares her journey from a childhood fear of bees to a deep passion for beekeeping, highlighting the importance of pollination in food production and the challenges faced by the industry, including the Varroa mite crisis and fluctuating honey prices.  She also discusses her early experiences, the significance of family collaboration in beekeeping, and offers valuable advice for aspiring beekeepers. This is a great episode for anyone interested in getting into the Bee industry. In this episode we chat about Sophia's family has a long history in beekeeping.How commercial beekeeping plays a critical role in food production through pollination.Starting her beekeeping business at 18What challenges the industry is facing.How consumers can support the bee industry.Seeking mentorship guidance in the industry.Follow Sophia Croker: 🌐 Website: The Bee Drover - Australian Beekeeper 📘 Instagram: @phiasbees If you enjoyed the episode, please share it with your friends and leave a review—it really helps us keep these conversations going. Stay connected with A Place to Call Home: 📘 Facebook: A Place to Call Home 📸 Instagram: @aplacetocallhomepodcast 🔗 LinkedIn: A Place to Call Home Podcast 🌏 Website: www.aplacetocallhome.com.au 🎙️ This episode is proudly supported Feed Central's LocalAg —Your trusted partner in agricultural solutions.. 👉 To learn more be sure to check out their website.: Trusted Secure Agricultural Marketplace | LocalAg Support the show

    45 min

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A place to call home podcast is a resources aimed to help the next generation of primary producers in Australia.Throughout the podcast, guest share first hand stories to help guide you onto life on the land as well as Industry experts who share their knowledge to help you on your journey to find A Place To Call Home. Copyright: A Place to Call Home Group 2024

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