Young farmers: Why they're still choosing to work on the land

Journalists Bethany Griffiths and Chantelle Francis hear from the next generation on why, despite all farming’s challenges, they are still choosing to take over their family’s operations and work on the land.To read more visit www.themailrun.com.au  

The 150th Special

The year is 1869. Wheat is the biggest crop in Victoria. About 35 per cent of the colony's population lives in Melbourne. And a new newspaper has been launched, costing threepence and touted as "a journal of the times". In this episode of The Mail Run, we celebrate the 150 anniversary of The Weekly…

Hidden drought: The despair amid a bumper season for crops

When we talk about how farmers are doing across Victoria’s cropping regions, it’s a tale of two seasons. This episode we delve into who’s doing it tough and whether they’re getting the help they need. Chantelle Francis and Madeleine Stuchbery talk to The Weekly Times journalist James Wagstaff follo…

What is meat? Exploring the future of the food industry

Plant-based diets are increasingly popular but labels on them divide the population. In this episode we investigate so-called "meat-free meat" and look at what the future holds for the food and agriculture industry.  

Sunny side up: Caged egg production verses free-range poultry

Eggs are a staple in many Australians’ diets, but what is it that drives consumer choices? Do you exclusively buy free range? Or do you just go for the cheapest dozen? In this episode we delve into the pros and cons of the different kinds of egg production and what the label on the carton actually …

Women in agriculture: Success, sexism and leadership

Gone are the days when women involved in agriculture were “just a farmer’s wife”, but that doesn’t mean the challenges women once faced in the industry are now over. This episode features National Farmers’ Federation president Fiona Simson, Victorian Farmers Federation vice president Emma Germano a…

Who owns Australia: Behind the investigation with NFF, CBRE

It’s the The Weekly Times’ annual investigation that has everyone talking - Who are Australia's biggest landholders? Where is the interest coming and why? What does Australia’s farming community think of it all? We speak to the journalist behind the investigation, CBRE agribusiness director Danny T…

Quad bike safety on farms

This episode explores the issue of safety on quad bikes and the controversy surrounding a new ACCC recommendation for mandatory "rollover" safety devices. We hear from a senior reporter covering the issue, an engineer and the director of trauma service at the Royal Children's Hospital.This episode …

Federal election: What it will mean for regional Australia

As the federal election campaign heats up we break down what the key promises mean for regional Australians. What are the key issues? What regions have the power to change the game as we head to the polls? How are leaders attempting to connect to regional Australia? This episode was produced by Mad…

Animal activists: The motivation, impact and government reaction

We delve into the motivation behind animal activist actions, the impact they can have on agriculture and farming and what the government has to say. This episode features an activist, a farming representative, and Victorian Agriculture Minister Jaclyn Symes and Opposition agriculture spokesman Pete…