Mick Wettenhall | Part 2 | Innovative farmer tapping into the power of the fungal highway

Baden is a multi-generational farmer based at Bingara in Northern NSW, with a curious mind and humble disposition implementing several regenerative farming practices which he would call more 'natural farming' methods. Baden has created a wonderful opportunity for his sons to return home to continue the legacy, and the landscape is clearly in safe and conscientious hands for the next generation of his family.

Episode links

• Land to Market - https://www.landtomarket.com/
• Atlas Carbon - https://www.atlascarbon.ag/
• David Burton-https://www.facebook.com/david.burton.58555941
• Graeme Sait https://blog.nutri-tech.com.au/author/graeme-sait/
• Geoff Bassett https://www.farmmojo.com/about

Season Sponsor:

This season we've teamed up with Highland Beef Pastoral a grass-fed beef supply chain servicing the growing US grass-fed market.

The Highland Beef program uses an innovative model to change how farmers and customers interact.

Essentially, this Australian-owned business places cattle on their member graziers’ properties at their expense and provides farmers competitive returns for every kg of beef produced, allowing them to focus on improving their businesses in a capital-free, risk-free environment.

If you’re interested in finding out more about this program visit hbpastoral.com.au/charliearnott.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our host Charlie Arnott. Our producer is Rhys Jones of Yaga Media. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to https://charliearnott.com.au/podcast/ to support my work.

Join us for an enlightening conversation with biodynamics legend, Rachel Pomeroy. Explore her lifelong journey into the unseen world of biodynamics and the powerful connection between the Earth and stars

Season Sponsor:

This season we've teamed up with Highland Beef Pastoral a grass-fed beef supply chain servicing the growing US grass-fed market.

The Highland Beef program uses an innovative model to change how farmers and customers interact.

Essentially, this Australian-owned business places cattle on their member graziers’ properties at their expense and provides farmers competitive returns for every kg of beef produced, allowing them to focus on improving their businesses in a capital-free, risk-free environment.

If you’re interested in finding out more about this program visit hbpastoral.com.au/charliearnott.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our host Charlie Arnott. Our producer is Rhys Jones of Yaga Media. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to https://charliearnott.com.au/podcast/ to support my work.

In this podcast interview, Peter Challendar discusses his journey in regenerative agriculture with Charlie and Murray Richardson. Peter shares his experiences with pasture cropping and cover cropping on his property in Albury, NSW, where he has been working to improve soil health and productivity. He describes his shift from sheep to cattle farming and the benefits of working with Highland Beef to support his regenerative practices. Peter emphasises the importance of hydrology in his regenerative approach, highlighting the positive impact of contouring to retain water and improve land management. Overall, the interview provides valuable insights into Peter's efforts to diversify income streams and create a sustainable farming ecosystem.

Season Sponsor:

This season we've teamed up with Highland Beef Pastoral a grass-fed beef supply chain servicing the growing US grass-fed market.

The Highland Beef program uses an innovative model to change how farmers and customers interact.

Essentially, this Australian-owned business places cattle on their member graziers’ properties at their expense and provides farmers competitive returns for every kg of beef produced, allowing them to focus on improving their businesses in a capital-free, risk-free environment.

If you’re interested in finding out more about this program visit hbpastoral.com.au/charliearnott.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our host Charlie Arnott. Our producer is Rhys Jones of Yaga Media. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to https://charliearnott.com.au/podcast/ to support my work.

Dr Max Gulhane is a doctor of our future. Curious, young, determined, insightful, courageous and starting from the ground up. Max was not content with the mainstream medical narrative, which has led him to seek out alternative and complementary practices and methods to enhance longevity and vitality, ranging from meat-based diets to circadian rhythm alignment. All are interspersed with a healthy dose of Nature and farm-based connection.

Episode Links

• Dr Robert Sabo - The Gardens Medical Group Albury - https://www.thegardensmedical.com.au/
• Dr Anthony Chaffee - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzoRyR_nlesKZuOlEjWRXQQ
• Texas Slim https://texas-slim.transistor.fm/
• Ansell Keyes - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancel_Keys
• Dr Jack Kruse - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ln3WszTq0uA
• Ed Rous - Nguni cattle breeder - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CyTndCzUTt0
• Dr Doug Wallace - https://www.chop.edu/doctors/wallace-douglas-c
• Dr Sean O'Mara - https://drseanomara.com/
• Dr Pran Yoganathan - https://centreforgastrointestinalhealth.com.au/team/dr-pran-yoganathan/
• 'Hidden Messages in Water' -Masaru Emoto https://www.booktopia.com.au/hidden-messages-in-water-masaru-emoto/book/9780743289801.html
• Low Carb Down Under YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/lowcarbdownunder/playlists

Season Sponsor:

This season we've teamed up with Highland Beef Pastoral a grass-fed beef supply chain servicing the growing US grass-fed market.

The Highland Beef program uses an innovative model to change how farmers and customers interact.

Essentially, this Australian-owned business places cattle on their member graziers’ properties at their expense and provides farmers competitive returns for every kg of beef produced, allowing them to focus on improving their businesses in a capital-free, risk-free environment.

If you’re interested in finding out more about this program visit hbpastoral.com.au/charliearnott.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our host Charlie Arnott. Our producer is Rhys Jones of Yaga Media. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to https://charliearnott.com.au/podcast/ to support my work.

How Jake Wolki fits everything he does into every one of his days is quite the feat. A natural entrepreneur with a flare for farming, Jake's own health challenges were the catalyst for him seeking a better way to feed himself and his family, and now ultimately his rural community of Albury NSW through his cafe and butcher shop. An inspiring yarn, this episode highlights how adversity creates the opportunity for business and personal growth.

Episode Links

• Wolki Farm - https://wolkifarm.com.au/ 
• Wolki butchery - https://wolkifarm.com.au/wolki-butchery/
• Justin Rhodes - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOSGEokQQcdAVFuL_Aq8dlg 
• Australian Beef Initiative - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R7GV_3ZH93Y 
• Quantum Health Summit - https://wolkifarm.com.au/product/quantum-health-summit/?fbclid=PAAaazh6FYX0L4_YYHOrzPOXVT6oaIE5HJy1VBgdkuPK4yfL219POzd3jo2zg_aem_Ab5LjT2Gs0grJPR0tNRX8Mt0OvQWGAbSmARsurF69YK9OQcmd-jHR53zzRSNbeTvjoI 

Season Sponsor:

This season we've teamed up with Highland Beef Pastoral a grass-fed beef supply chain servicing the growing US grass-fed market.

The Highland Beef program uses an innovative model to change how farmers and customers interact.

Essentially, this Australian-owned business places cattle on their member graziers’ properties at their expense and provides farmers competitive returns for every kg of beef produced, allowing them to focus on improving their businesses in a capital-free, risk-free environment.

If you’re interested in finding out more about this program visit hbpastoral.com.au/charliearnott.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our host Charlie Arnott. Our producer is Rhys Jones of Yaga Media. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to https://charliearnott.com.au/podcast/ to support my work.

In this bonus episode of the Regenerative Journey, we're joined by Will Mewburn, a herd manager with Highland Beef. We discuss the importance of selecting the right cattle for the job, focusing on breed and early maturation to mitigate risks and achieve efficient growth. Will shares his experiences working closely with cattle and the need for transparency and collaboration between producers and herd managers. As market conditions fluctuate and the industry faces challenges, we explore strategies for farmers to navigate these uncertain times and safeguard their businesses.

Season Sponsor:

This season we've teamed up with Highland Beef Pastoral a grass-fed beef supply chain servicing the growing US grass-fed market.

The Highland Beef program uses an innovative model to change how farmers and customers interact.

Essentially, this Australian-owned business places cattle on their member graziers’ properties at their expense and provides farmers competitive returns for every kg of beef produced, allowing them to focus on improving their businesses in a capital-free, risk-free environment.

If you’re interested in finding out more about this program visit hbpastoral.com.au/charliearnott.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our host Charlie Arnott. Our producer is Rhys Jones of Yaga Media. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to https://charliearnott.com.au/podcast/ to support my work.

Jades Miles is a shining example of how the journey of childhood can determine the course of one's life. Having grown up in a household where homesteading was a normal daily practice, Jade has used her experience to create her own haven of self-reliance with Charlie her husband and children. However her influence goes far beyond her own farm as CEO of NFP Sustainable Table and the author of 'Futuresteading', a practical how-to homestead in a changing world.

Episode Links:

• Future steading podcast - https://www.futuresteading.com.au/podcast/ 
• ORICoop https://organicinvestmentcooperative.com.au/
• Charles Einstein
• Bill Plotkin https://www.animas.org/about-us/our-founder/

Season Sponsor:

This season we've teamed up with Highland Beef Pastoral a grass-fed beef supply chain servicing the growing US grass-fed market.

The Highland Beef program uses an innovative model to change how farmers and customers interact.

Essentially, this Australian-owned business places cattle on their member graziers’ properties at their expense and provides farmers competitive returns for every kg of beef produced, allowing them to focus on improving their businesses in a capital-free, risk-free environment.

If you’re interested in finding out more about this program visit hbpastoral.com.au/charliearnott.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our host Charlie Arnott. Our producer is Rhys Jones of Yaga Media. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to https://charliearnott.com.au/podcast/ to support my work.

Jono is a remarkably colourful, interested and interesting man whose various life challenges have been inflection points in his career. A founding member of the now popular and influential Organisation called Quorum Sense. Jono is a respected regenerative farming coach and farmer on the south island of New Zealand.

Episode Links:

• Quorum Sense - https://www.quorumsense.org.nz/ 
• Natural Performance - https://naturalperformance.co.nz/ 
• Jordon B Peterson - https://www.jordanbpeterson.com/ 
• Landmark Forum Australia -https://landmarkworldwidesydney.com/the-landmark-forum/  
• Joe Despenza - https://drjoedispenza.com/ 
• Zach Bush -https://zachbushmd.com/ 
• The Surrender Experiment -  https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-surrender-experiment-michael-a-singer/book/9781473621503.html

Season Sponsor:

This season we've teamed up with Highland Beef Pastoral a grass-fed beef supply chain servicing the growing US grass-fed market.

The Highland Beef program uses an innovative model to change how farmers and customers interact.

Essentially, this Australian-owned business places cattle on their member graziers’ properties at their expense and provides farmers competitive returns for every kg of beef produced, allowing them to focus on improving their businesses in a capital-free, risk-free environment.

If you’re interested in finding out more about this program visit hbpastoral.com.au/charliearnott.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our host Charlie Arnott. Our producer is Rhys Jones of Yaga Media. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to https://charliearnott.com.au/podcast/ to support my work.

In this insightful podcast episode, Michael Gooden, Murray Richardson, and Charlie Arnott discuss the complexities of diversifying enterprises in the agricultural sector. From understanding risk profiles to managing stocking rates and integrating different species, they delve into the challenges and benefits of making strategic decisions for a more robust and sustainable farming business. Tune in to learn how to balance financial viability, ecological outcomes, and personal satisfaction in the pursuit of a diversified agricultural journey.

Episode Links:

• https://www.oldmancreek.com.au/ 

Season Sponsor:

This season we've teamed up with Highland Beef Pastoral a grass-fed beef supply chain servicing the growing US grass-fed market.

The Highland Beef program uses an innovative model looking to change the way farmers and customers interact.

Essentially this Australian-owned business place cattle on their member graziers’ properties at their expense and provides farmers competitive returns for every kg of beef produced, allowing their graziers to focus on improving their businesses in a capital-free, risk-free environment.

If you’re interested in finding out more about this program visit hbpastoral.com.au/charliearnott.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our host Charlie Arnott. Our producer is Rhys Jones of Yaga Media. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to https://charliearnott.com.au/podcast/ to support my work.

Geoff Ross really has a great yarn to tell. Having been involved in agriculture from a young age before settling securely into the marketing industry in New Zealand and subsequently starting a hugely successful vodka brand, Geoff gravitated to an incredible property in the South Island, turning his experienced marketing hand towards the promotion and production of regenerative and ethically grown wool at Lake Hawea Station, the farm he owns and runs with his wife Justine. His journey is one of determination to demonstrate how landscape can be managed in a truly regenerative way whilst sharing its beauty with the world.

Episode Links 

• Lake Hawea Station - https://lakehaweastation.com/
• Jono Frew https://naturalperformance.co.nz/our-team
• Alan Savory - https://savory.global/
• Nicole Masters - https://integritysoils.com/ 
• Ruminati https://ruminati.com.au
• Sheep Inc https://sheepinc.com
• Farm IQ https://farmiq.co.nz
• B Corp https://www.bcorporation.net
• Cactus outdoor clothing https://cactusoutdoor.co.nz
• Pure Advantage https://pureadvantage.org

Season Sponsor:

This season we've teamed up with Highland Beef Pastoral a grass-fed beef supply chain servicing the growing US grass-fed market.

The Highland Beef program uses an innovative model to change how farmers and customers interact.

Essentially, this Australian-owned business places cattle on their member graziers’ properties at their expense and provides farmers competitive returns for every kg of beef produced, allowing them to focus on improving their businesses in a capital-free, risk-free environment.

If you’re interested in finding out more about this program visit hbpastoral.com.au/charliearnott.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our host Charlie Arnott. Our producer is Rhys Jones of Yaga Media. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to https://charliearnott.com.au/podcast/ to support my work.