Episode Overview
In Episode 10 of The AgTech Revolution, we explore the powerful forces shaping the future of agriculture through innovative technology. In “Accelerating Agtech,” Australian farmers face the overwhelming challenge of embracing agtech tools to boost efficiency and productivity. Despite an explosion of IoT devices, smart sensors, and autonomous machines, adoption remains slow due to a mix of confusion and hesitation.
Through the lens of the Farms of the Future program, the episode introduces farmers like Nick Blunt from Bondonga and Tess Hurbert from Gundamain Pastoral Co, who confront the real-life pain points of rural agriculture.
With help from program leader Ailie Webb, farmers overcome barriers to unlock the potential of agtech—ranging from tank monitors to GPS-guided tractors.
Set in Orange, NSW, this episode takes you on a journey through the dramatic transformation of Australia’s farming landscape, where the future of agtech isn’t just about gadgets—it’s about revolutionizing how we farm. Will these technologies help farmers stay ahead, or will they be left behind?
Credits
Ailie Webb
Andrew Bate
Clare Belfield
Nick Blunt
Lucinda Corrigan
Tess Hurbert
Michael Payten
John Harvey
Ben Van Delden
