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Unearthed: The people changing Australian agriculture

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About the show

When big ideas and new opportunities run up against established practices of farming in Australia’s unique environment, there’s tough choices to be made - tune in as we unearth the farmers, scientists and big characters who have found a new path to a more profitable, productive and resilient future for Australian agriculture. “Unearthed: The people changing agriculture” is brought to you by AgriFutures Australia.