Summer Series - From Baling to the Boardroom

About this episode

Harry Divall shares his journey in hay production and discusses key agricultural practices and challenges.

As the Hay Matters Summer Series wraps up, host Steve Page is joined by Harry Divall , a progressive hay and mixed farming operator based around West Wyalong and Stockinbingal , and a recent National Hay Award winner . Harry shares his journey into agriculture, from leaving school early and working with livestock in cold southern NSW, to discovering his passion for hay production and building a growing multi-farm operation. Together, they discuss the realities of making quality hay, managing weather risk, and adapting cropping and storage strategies across diverse regions. The conversation also explores Harry’s approach to crop rotations, soil health, silage versus hay decisions, and how spreading production geographically helps manage seasonal variability. Harry reflects on the steep learning curve of haymaking, the importance of continual improvement, and his vision for the future of the industry. The episode closes with Harry’s thoughts on joining the AFIA board , and his desire to see practical, accessible education become a cornerstone of the hay and silage sector. In this episode, you’ll hear about: Harry’s pathway into agriculture and hay production Lessons learned from…

People in this episode

Host: Steve Page

Guest: Harry Divall

Topics covered

• hay production
• agriculture
• crop rotations
• risk management
• soil health
• education in agriculture

Keywords

• hay production
• crop rotations
• risk management
• soil health
• silage
• storage strategies
• agriculture education

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: AFIA

Places: West Wyalong, Stockinbingal

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