Great South Coast Food and Fibre Feature Podcast

An opportunity for our local farmers, producers and community to tell their story and be proud of the contribution we make to dairy and the wider food and fibre sector locally, nationally and globally. Series of podcasts showcasing the diversity of farming practices, business models, and sectors within the agricultural industry. Topics will be diverse and far reaching however all will use grassroots farmers, community members and wider agricultural stakeholders to identify and explore current challenges and opportunities for the future of Food and Fibre in the Great South Coast. To help reach new audiences, reduce isolation, and connect.

There have been significant challenges in the last few years and ahead, the podcast will stimulate discussion and provoke creative thinking around solutions and possibilities for grassroots participation both on farm, in the wider industry and community. Encourage new entrants, support succession and transition planning, promote different farming systems and business models to encourage profitable growth and reduce population decline. Promote the diverse range of education and career opportunities. Inform and connect producers and community members to be better equipped and empowered to advocate and influence policy. Promote agri-tourism opportunities. Build local social license. Showcase adaptation and RD&E.