The 150th Special

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   See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

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 Times.   See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

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 following his road trip around Victoria's cropping regions and Kaniva grain grower Steve Hobbs about his thoughts on climate change.   See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

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.   See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

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 means for the chickens and farmers.   See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.