Landline
Episode 40
2014 • E40 Nov 9, 2014 55m
Carbon Farming:
How will farmers and Aboriginal communities with existing carbon abatement schemes adapt to the Abbott Government's Direct Action climate change policy.
Farmer Green:
The ABC Rural Farmer of the Year is an orchardist who grows apples at Lenswood near Adelaide and despite running a small family business, Robert Green has been able to achieve extraordinary results.
Wrapped Up:
Some savvy scientists think they might have worked out a way for cotton growers in Central Queensland to stay one step ahead of Mother Nature, using the most unlikely of materials.
Tocal:
Tocal College just north of Maitland in New South Wales is just one of a handful of remaining agricultural colleges in Australia. Still run as a working farm, Tocal has recently won a major award for its enduring architectural significance.
How will farmers and Aboriginal communities with existing carbon abatement schemes adapt to the Abbott Government's Direct Action climate change policy.
Farmer Green:
The ABC Rural Farmer of the Year is an orchardist who grows apples at Lenswood near Adelaide and despite running a small family business, Robert Green has been able to achieve extraordinary results.
Wrapped Up:
Some savvy scientists think they might have worked out a way for cotton growers in Central Queensland to stay one step ahead of Mother Nature, using the most unlikely of materials.
Tocal:
Tocal College just north of Maitland in New South Wales is just one of a handful of remaining agricultural colleges in Australia. Still run as a working farm, Tocal has recently won a major award for its enduring architectural significance.