Sam Fryer is the host of A Place to Call Home, a podcast that celebrates the people and places that make regional Australia so special. He's also the founder of the Next Gen Ag Forum, bringing together producers, innovators and industry leaders to inspire and empower the next generation of Australian agriculture.

This year's Next Gen Ag Forum will be held 20–21 August 2026 at the Quayside Terminal in Townsville, Queensland, with the theme "From Paddock to Port – The Conversation That Connects It All."

The forum will explore everything from succession planning and regenerative agriculture to supply chains, finance and export opportunities, all while fostering the connections that will shape the future of our industry. Check the links below for more info.

In this episode, Sam and I talk about the power of storytelling, the importance of creating a sense of belonging through A Place to Call Home - and why investing in young people and meaningful conversations is essential for the future of agriculture.

Resources and links:

• Next Gen Ag Forum website
• A Place to Call Home Podcast website
• A place to call home - Facebook
• A place to call Home - Instagram

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