Shows
Weekend Birder116 Broken Hill - with AnikaTake a trip to the Australian outback. This episode explores the unique birds of Broken Hill and the work of a farmer who cares deeply for wildlife and the planet. Dr Anika Molesworth shares how farming, climate action, and bird conservation can go hand in hand.🎧 All links here - https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/116-broken-hill-with-anika 🎵 Emu recording by Marc Anderson - licenced from https://www.wildambience.com📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder🦆 More at - https://www.weekendbirder.com-- Hosted on Acast. Se...
2025-05-1324 min
Future Fork with Paul NewnhamHow farmers are fighting climate change with Dr Anika MolesworthDr Anika Molesworth is a Scientist, Farmer, and Author of “Our Sunburnt Country”. Anika is a globally recognised voice for sustainable, climate-resilient agriculture. In this episode, Anika reveals how growing up during the Millennium Drought spurred her interest in climate change and sustainable agriculture. She shares how everyone can contribute to the fight against climate change by eating local, nutrient-dense foods, transitioning to renewable energy, or using public transport. Anika also discusses her book, “Our Sunburnt Country”, which highlights the impacts of climate change on agriculture and offers hope through real-world solutions. Resources and links...
2025-04-2129 min
A Breath of Fresh EarthEpisode #55- Global AmbassadorsMeet your Global Ambassadors.
Anika Molesworth
Anya Graf
Daisuke Yosumi
Dorcas Tang
Ella & Amy Meek
Eyal Weintraub
Hannah Testa
John Paul Jose
Kevin J. Patel
Laura Francois
Livia Van Heerde
Marinel Sumook Ubaldo
Martin Skadal
Qiyun Woo
2024-05-1113 min
Cha Kula PodcastEpisode 6: Climate Change | Role of agroecology in Current Food SystemsIn this episode of the Cha Kula Podcast, we delve into the repercussions of current food production and consumption on the environment, emphasizing the imperative shift towards agroecological practices in the face of Climate Change.
Joining us in the studio are Dr. Anika Molesworth, a farmer, scientist, and advocate known for her contributions to agriculture and climate change awareness, and Sylvia Kuria, a certified organic farmer, trainer, and supporter of small-scale farmers in cultivating their organic kitchen gardens.
Agrifood systems persistently grapple with susceptibility to shocks and disruptions stemming from conflict, climate variability, extreme weather events, and economic contractions. Coupled...
2024-02-1331 min
One QuestionCOURAGE with Dr Anika MolesworthIf there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be?“Courage. We are facing large scale, global issues and we often shy away from them thinking we can ‘sit this out’. But I believe we live in such a highly connected web and every choice we make has a flow-on effect. So we need courage to step up and take action.”_______Dr Anika Molesworth is smashing the status-quo and inspiring change for a better future.As a young, female farmer t...
2024-01-2328 min
The Greener WaySowing change: investing in climate-smart agriculture – Dr Anika MolesworthWhat message do Aussie farmers have for the corporate world? And what opportunities are out there for investing in innovative climate solutions within the agricultural sector? In this podcast we hear from Dr Anika Molesworth, Founding Director of the organisation Farmers for Climate Action. Anika is a farmer, scientist, author, and public figure on issues of food systems, climate change, conservation, rural community development and women in STEM. FS Sustainability Senior Journalist Rose Mary Petrass chats with Anika about the challenges and opportunities Aussie farmers face, and what a utopian future sustainable food system could look like.
2023-08-2820 min
Climate ConversationsClimate News: Extreme Heat Is Here to Stay; Why are so many climate records breaking all at once?; Heat Records Are Broken Around the Globe; Changing of the guardThe planet saw its hottest day on record this week. It’s a record that will be broken again and again";
"Law and Oil: Taking Climate Offenders to Court";
"Great Australians - Anika Molesworth";
"Why are so many climate records breaking all at once?";
"Heat Records Are Broken Around the Globe as Earth Warms, Fast";
"Climate Activists Want to See More Constitutions Like Montana’s";
"Climate change, cyclones and a critical skills shortage";
"Yes, Airline Flights Are Getting Bumpier: Here’s Why";
"Hello From CO...
2023-07-0825 min
Better Than Yesterday with Osher GünsbergBetter Make it Quick: Dr Anika MolesworthDr Anika Molesworth is a Founding Director of Farmers for Climate Action – a national network of over 5,000 Australian farmers undertaking climate change action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-12-2019 min
Central Station - True Stories from Outback AustraliaAnika Molesworth - Electric cars in the outback, and cultivating climate courageAnika Molesworth is a farmer, scientist, and storyteller. And she's on a mission to cultivate climate courage. In an incredibly short period of time, Anika has amassed a number of accolades including: Young Farmer of the Year, Young Australian of the Year finalist, and a Masters and PhD. She has also released a best-selling book, 'Our sunburnt country', and co-founded the Farmers for Climate Action movement. The incredible thing is that Anika has achieved all of this from her geographically and technologically isolated home of Rupee Station in far, far west Ne...
2022-10-101h 04Central Station - True Stories from Outback AustraliaAnika Molesworth - Electric cars in the outback, and cultivating climate courageAnika Molesworth is a farmer, scientist, and storyteller. And she's on a mission to cultivate climate courage. In an incredibly short period of time, Anika has amassed a number of accolades including: Young Farmer of the Year, Young Australian of the Year finalist, and a Masters and PhD. She has also released a best-selling book, 'Our sunburnt country', and co-founded the Farmers for Climate Action movement. The incredible thing is that Anika has achieved all of this from her geographically and technologically isolated home of Rupee Station in far, far west Ne...
2022-10-101h 04
R.M.Williams OUTBACKGreat Australians - Anika MolesworthAnika Molesworth is a force of nature. Anika combines her love of farming and environment with a passion for giving voice to a new generation of concerned farmers. This interview was recorded with Anika from her home in Broken Hill, NSW. Thanks to our sponsor Elders Insurance. With over 100 years of experience in the insurance business, Elders Insurance has built a strong reputation as a reliable, customer-focused insurance provider. Having more than 200 locations across Australia means that you'll always have someone to talk to and get you through those tough times, no matter where you ar...
2022-08-2918 min
R.M.Williams OUTBACKR.M.Williams OUTBACK Great Australians TrailerThe R.M.Williams OUTBACK Great Australians podcast features fascinating in-depth interviews with some great Australians who are doing amazing things away from the bright lights of our cities. They are not celebrities or publicity seekers – they are real people making an extraordinary difference in their everyday lives. People including drought mitigator Grace Brennan, beef industry leader Bryce Camm, island naturalist Ian Hutton, rural writer Fleur McDonald, youth mentor Bernie Shakeshaft, and climate change activist and farmer Anika Molesworth. The podcast is hosted by OUTBACK Senior Associate Editor Terri Cowley, an experienced journalist and broadcaster. https://www.ou...
2022-08-1202 min
Climate ConversationsAnika Molesworth again emphasises why we need to be urgently concerned about the climate crisisAnika Molesworth (pictured), who is on the board of directors of Farmers for Climate Action, is on the New South Wales Committee of the Crawford Fund and is a Governor of WWF, Australia, regularly turns to Twitter to air her views about the urgency of our need to address the climate crisis.
Anika's argument, which aligns with most other climate-conscious people around the world, was underlined with the recent release of the Australian 2021 State of the Environment Report.
U.S. President Joe Biden is equally concerned about the climate crisis and has committed huge sums...
2022-07-2304 min
The RegenNarration Podcast115 Extra - Mountainside to Oceanside … & Back: Tanya Massy on heartbreak & homePart 2 of this episode with Tanya Massy was recorded in two locations. The first half was recorded back at the farm in Western Australia, on that hay bale. We delved further into Tanya’s deep personal journey of leaving Severn Park and starting up a new farming enterprise on the other side of the country. That was recorded back in January, as that enterprise was just going to market. Then came heartbreak. Soon after we left, Tanya and Kris had to pull the plug on it all and return to the Massy farm at Severn Park. As fa...
2022-04-1836 min
WOMADelaideClimate Fighting Farming. The Planet Talks - WOMADelaide 2022SPEAKERS
Anika Molesworth, Bruce Pascoe, Charles Massy
HOST
Anthony James
How might regenerative agriculture change the way our food production system works, so that it’s better for the soils, uses water more efficiently, captures carbon, emits less CO2 and is still profitable for farmers?
2022-03-3058 min
Adelaide Writers' WeekAF22 Bet the Farm - Gabrielle Chan and Anika MolesworthChaired by Natasha MitchellAs we stand at a crossroads crowded with interconnected issues for our planet’s future – climate change, energy, soil, water, natural disasters – farming sits at the heart of them all. In Why You Should Give a F*ck About Farming, Gabrielle Chan lays out how our nation, its leaders and eaters must find new ways to work and live on our precious land. Anika Molesworth’s Our Sunburnt Country charts a way forward for practical and sustainable farming – if only we find the courage to take it.
2022-03-071h 03
Better Than Yesterday with Osher Günsberg422: How Australian Farmers are Keeping Food on our Plates through Climate Action with Dr Anika MolesworthDr Anika Molesworth is a Founding Director of Farmers for Climate Action – a national network of over 5,000 Australian farmers undertaking climate change action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-03-061h 18
Minimal#8: Anika MolesworthAnika Molesworth is an agroecology scientist and farmer. Her first book ‘Our Sunburnt Country’ is available in all good bookstores and online now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-12-1826 min
ClimacticNourishing Matters to Chew On | Dr Anika Molesworth – Our Sunburnt Country, climate courage & actionGet all episode of Nourishing Matters to Chew On from https://www.climactic.fm/show/nourishing-matters-to-chew-on/.Nourishing Matters to Chew On is a podcast that takes its cue from big picture, healthy and sustainable food system agendas and digs in to explore what these change agendas mean for us here, in Australia. It looks at how we produce and enjoy food in a Climate Change future, as well as how we value the people, places and animals that nourish us. Join host Anthea Fawcett - sustainability advocate, founder of Foodswell and farmer's daughter - as s...
2021-12-1756 min
ClimacticNourishing Matters to Chew On | Dr Anika Molesworth – Our Sunburnt Country, climate courage & action
Get all episode of Nourishing Matters to Chew On from https://www.climactic.fm/show/nourishing-matters-to-chew-on/.Nourishing Matters to Chew On is a podcast that takes its cue from big picture, healthy and sustainable food system agendas and digs in to explore what these change agendas mean for us here, in Australia. It looks at how we produce and enjoy food in a Climate Change future, as well as how we value the people, places and animals that nourish us. Join host Anthea Fawcett - sustainability advocate, founder of Foodswell and farmer's daughter - as s...
2021-12-1756 min
Nourishing Matters to Chew OnDr Anika Molesworth – Our Sunburnt Country, climate courage & actionOur climate change debates (and cascading extreme events) can be depressing. So, what an absolute and complete pleasure to speak with Anika about her new book Our Sunburnt Country, writing, storytelling and cultivating climate courage and action with optimism, hope and excitement. Yes! Genuine, informed excitement! Anika knows her stuff. Not only is she super well informed, she’s fabulously authentic and warm. In times when worldly cynicism, sophistry and spin, can cloud our gaze on real opportunities that are out there for positive change, Anika bravely puts out the call for justice, responsibility and vision. She tell...
2021-12-1654 min
Creative RespondersIn Conversation with Anika MolesworthScientist, farmer and storyteller Doctor Anika Molesworth joins us for a conversation about her courageous and optimistic vision for the future of agriculture and the motivation behind writing her new book, “Our Sunburnt Country”.Anika is a founding director of Farmers for Climate Action, a movement that puts farmers at the centre of climate solutions. She is a passionate advocate for sustainable farming, environmental conservation and climate change action.Hailing from her family's sheep station near Broken Hill in far western NSW, it was the impact of the decade-long Millennium drought on their farm that spurred her interest in c...
2021-12-1438 minCreative RespondersIn Conversation with Anika MolesworthScientist, farmer and storyteller Doctor Anika Molesworth joins us for a conversation about her courageous and optimistic vision for the future of agriculture and the motivation behind writing her new book, “Our Sunburnt Country”.Anika is a founding director of Farmers for Climate Action, a movement that puts farmers at the centre of climate solutions. She is a passionate advocate for sustainable farming, environmental conservation and climate change action.Hailing from her family's sheep station near Broken Hill in far western NSW, it was the impact of the decade-long Millennium drought on their farm that spurred her interest in c...
2021-12-1438 min
STEAM PoweredAgroecology and Climate Change with Dr Anika Molesworth (#36)Dr Anika Molesworth is a farmer, scientist and storyteller. She is widely recognised for her work in agriculture and food systems and generating climate change awareness, and is author of Our Sunburnt Country. Awards include Young Farmer of the Year (2015) and Young Australian of the Year, New South Wales Finalist (2017). Anika is passionate about ensuring the best possible future for the planet, people and the food on our plates.In our conversation, we talk about Anika's journey and passion for communicating agroecology and climate change awareness.Show notes and connect with us...
2021-12-1047 min
So You Want to be a WriterWRITER 458: Meet Anika Molesworth, author of 'Our Sunburnt Country'.Meet Anika Molesworth, author of 'Our Sunburnt Country'. Want to enter the 2022 Penguin Literary Prize? Plus, discover how you could win our massive holiday reading 15-book pack! Read the show notes Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-12-0646 min
So You Want to be a WriterWRITER 456: Meet Inga Simpson, author of 'The Last Woman in the World'.Meet Inga Simpson, author of 'The Last Woman in the World'. Congrats to Anika Molesworth on her book 'Our Sunburnt Country' being The Sydney Morning Herald's non-fiction pick of the week. Plus, discover how you could win a 5-book pack of new release YA fiction. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-11-2948 min
Keep the Bastards Honest6. Farmers Fighting for Action on Climate Change with Dr Anika Molesworth
Dr Anika Molesworth is a farmer, an author, a newly minted PHD in agriculture and environmental science, and a champion for agro-ecological systems resilience, which is a fancy way of saying she’s committed to helping create sustainable and vibrant farming landscapes, and building the capacity for farmers to respond to climate change.
Thanks to her work on raising awareness of the impact of climate change on farms and what action can be taken to reduce emissions and adapt to changing conditions, Anika is a sought after speaker and educator, and she very kindly joined national vice pr...
2021-11-2152 min
Rose FridayDr Anika Molesworth Australian Scientist & FarmerRosé Friday | 05.11.2021 🥂Guest: Anika Molesworth - Australian Scientist & Farmer
2021-11-0934 min
Climate Action ShowTHE GLOBAL RACE TO ZEROCLIMATE ACTION SHOW - NOVEMBER 1st 2021Produced by Vivien LangfordGLOBAL RACE TO ZEROON THE ROAD TO GLASGOW - EPISODE 5 Guest Quotes: Antonio Guterres - UN Secretary General " We are on the edge of the abyss. The time for diplomatic niceties is over. We need to speak the unfiltered truth"Press Conference with UN Secretary General António Guterres — Covering Climate Now Nigel Topping - UK Climate Champion - At the Global race to zero conference organised by the Smart Energy Council. "Australia is confusing everyone.... you are in a great position to benefit from the race to zero. It's very serious...
2021-11-0100 min
Better World LeadersPurpose, values, connection, story & transformation - reviewing emergent themes from Season 3As we wrap up the third season of Better World Leaders, as has become our habit, we pause to reflect briefly on the 10 fascinating, inspiring and transformational conversations we've co-created.
In review, 5 emergent themes have become prominent.
Purpose & values - in particular how you link your personal purpose & values to creating a better world, and then progress to link your personal purpose & values to that of the organisation you work within. We have also discussed the benefit of reconsidering what success means to us, and also combining passion and purpose to unlock incredible potential and performance.
Connection - transformation by...
2021-10-2320 min
Better World LeadersAnika Molesworth illuminates & inspires showing us what is possible & how to do what needs to be doneThis is a conversation that in some ways I was not expecting, but in other ways I sense I have long been waiting for. I was spell-bound throughout the dialogue with Anika Molesworth, as she shows through her experience, knowledge and actions how we can all influence change, be courageous and do things differently to address climate change and preserve our food systems now and for the future.
Anika is a PhD in Agricultural Science, Founder Director of Farmers for Climate Action, Founder of Climate Wise Agriculture, WWF-Australia Governor and the author of the very brilliant 'Our Sunburnt Country'.
Her...
2021-10-1658 min
Moments of ClarityEpisode 45 - ”Save my home, Save the world” with Anika MolesworthToday on Moments of Clarity, I speak to Dr Anika Molesworth.
Anika is a farmer, scientist, storyteller and the author of an incredible new book “Our Sunburnt Country”. She is a passionate advocate for courageous action to save our land, food and world from the climate crisis at our doorstep.
Anika is making her voice heard across Australia and the world as she works to save her family farm in the semi-arid far west of New South Wales and in turn Australia’s rural places. Anika is in touch with the land and understa...
2021-10-101h 09
What Shall We Do About...?Climate Change w/ Anika MolesworthThis podcast has always aimed to fix the world's less pressing problems, but 72 episodes in, it's time for a shake up.
I've always wanted to look at the issue of climate change, because here in Australia, not enough is being done about it. Someone who has been quite vocal about the issue, with a lived experience of its effects, is Dr. Anika Molesworth.
Anika moved to a sheep station outside of Broken Hill when she was 12, just as the Millennium Drought hit. She witnessed firsthand the way in which her surroundings changed, becoming dry, and with challenges of heat waves...
2021-10-0428 min
So You Want to be a WriterWRITER 432: Meet Matt Murphy, author of 'Rum: a Distilled History of Colonial Australia'.Meet Matt Murphy, author of Rum: a Distilled History of Colonial Australia, and why you should 'relocate your darlings' instead of killing them. Congrats to AWC alumna Anika Molesworth who shares her powerful story with her debut book, Our Sunburnt Country. Plus, we have 3 copies of Apples Never Fall by Liane Moriarty to giveaway. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-09-0658 min
Energy Trailblazers | hosted by Holly Ransom | powered by EYTrailblazer 08 | Anika Molesworth | Farmer, Scientist, StorytellerDr. Anika Molesworth is a passionate farmer, scientist, and storyteller. She is raising awareness of the environmental effects of climate change and injecting a strong new voice of hope for the farming and agricultural communities. She has been invited to speak at the UN Paris COP21 climate meeting. Anika encourages her audiences to look past the status quo, to have critical and creative perspectives, and hopes to inspire others to seek excellence in environmental and agricultural work.
From her home property in New South Wales, Anika brings real stories, heartfelt warmth, authenticity, and optimism to bear on...
2021-08-2445 minEnergy Trailblazers | hosted by Holly Ransom | powered by EYTrailblazer 08 | Anika Molesworth | Farmer, Scientist, StorytellerDr. Anika Molesworth is a passionate farmer, scientist, and storyteller. She is raising awareness of the environmental effects of climate change and injecting a strong new voice of hope for the farming and agricultural communities. She has been invited to speak at the UN Paris COP21 climate meeting. Anika encourages her audiences to look past the status quo, to have critical and creative perspectives, and hopes to inspire others to seek excellence in environmental and agricultural work. From her home property in New South Wales, Anika brings real stories, heartfelt warmth, authenticity, and optimism to bear on...
2021-08-2445 min
Big Shift For Small FarmsWorking with nature and environmental accounting on farm#Agricultural production relies on natural ecosystems, but, the more we modify our landscapes, the less resilient they become, resulting in reduced production.
Balancing the needs of both is crucial to meet the demands of increasing yields without further compromising the environment. So how do we do this? Well, the good news is that #farming methods that work with nature can achieve great production outcomes and incentives for landscape restoration are available.
So in this episode we’ll talk to some passionate producers, ecologists and number crunchers about our environment’s true value and how land mana...
2021-08-1129 min
Hello Rebecca Ray, The Podcast.Replacing climate shame and helplessness with climate courageIn this episode, I’m chatting with the brilliant Dr Anika Molesworth about climate courage. Anika is a farmer, scientist and storyteller. She has been widely recognised for her work in agricultural and food systems and generating climate change awareness. Her awards include Young Farmer of the Year (2015) and Young Australian of the Year, New South Wales Finalist (2017). Anika is passionate about ensuring the best possible future for the planet, people and the food on our plates.
2021-08-0237 min
Energy Insiders - a RenewEconomy PodcastWhy farmers want action on climate“So many opportunities”. Anika Molesworth represents farmers who want action on climate. But Barnaby is back. Plus: Bidding wars in electricity markets.
2021-06-2545 min
The Good PodcastEpisode 28 - Anika MolesworthAnika Molesworth is a farmer, a scientist and a storyteller of a better future. She has a PhD in agricultural science, speaks and writes on agro-ecological systems resilience, and has a passion for building the capacity of farmers to respond to climate change, both here in Australia and around the world.
2021-06-0749 min
Climate-Proof Food PodcastEpisode 6: Farmers On The Frontline Of Climate Change With Dr Anika MolesworthWe are seeing vast swathes of the Australian country being devasted by bushfires, while at the same time other parts are being submerged by devastating floods. Agriculture is both extremely vulnerable and partially responsible for the challenges we're facing from climate change. Farmers all across the country and globe are stepping up to be part of the solution, and paving the way for a better food future for all, from the ground up.Anika is a recognised thought-leader of agro-ecological systems resilience, she is an agricultural science researcher, communicator, and works in international agricultural development. Anika is...
2021-03-2537 min
Bees With BenPODCAST EPISODE 43: Anika Molesworth, farmer, scientist, storyteller, Wilyakali Country and Melbourne, AustraliaPODCAST EPISODE 43: Anika Molesworth, farmer, scientist, storyteller, Wilyakali Country and Melbourne, Australia
Anika Molesworth – farmer, scientist, storyteller, soon to be author – is a truly inspirational force. With an agricultural science career in that has taken her around the globe, and many awards, degrees and accolades under her belt, Anika is fighting the good fight against climate change. Her motivation is personal, and stems from her life experience growing up on a farm in rural Australia; she now speaks and writes on resilient agro-ecological systems and helps farmers around the world respond to climate change in a way that...
2021-03-2431 min
This Rural Life with Katrina MyersLeading for change with Anika MolesworthIn today’s podcast episode I speak with a true Rural Rockstar, Anika Molesworth, from Broken Hill, New South Whales. Anika is a passionate farmer, a scientist, and a storyteller, working relentlessly to create a better future. Anika’s story is relatively different from those who are born and raised on regional land. Anika was born, and spent the first 12 years of her life in Melbourne, paying little to no attention to the food brought home to her, or the weather as it freque...
2021-03-2350 min
Rural Rockstars with Katrina MyersLeading for change with Anika MolesworthIn today’s podcast episode I speak with a true Rural Rockstar, Anika Molesworth, from Broken Hill, New South Whales.
Anika is a passionate farmer, a scientist, and a storyteller, working relentlessly to create a better future.
Anika’s story is relatively different from those who are born and raised on regional land. Anika was born, and spent the first 12 years of her life in Melbourne, paying little to no attention to the food brought home to her, or the weather as it frequently changed. When Anika was 12 her parents relocated to far Western New South Whales, where they would buy a...
2021-03-2350 min
Big Shift For Small FarmsManaging livestock holisticallyIn Australia we grow a lot of introduced livestock species like cows, pigs, sheep and chooks. So in this episode we’re looking at how to care for your livestock mindfully. We’ll hear from a grazing management consultant about why looking after your landscape could save you big bucks and improve not only your livestock’s health but your own wellbeing too.
In this episode we hear from:
Anika Molesworth - Agroecology scientist and farmer - anikamolesworth.com
Charlie Arnott - Farmer - charliearnott.com.au
James Barnet - Grazi...
2021-02-2335 min
UX AustraliaUX Australia Episode 15: Anika MolesworthUX Australia Episode 15: Anika Molesworth by UX Australia
2021-01-1923 min
Inside Ideas with Marc BuckleyConnecting Science & Farming with Dr. Anika MolesworthDr. Anika Molesworth is my guest on this episode of Inside Ideas with Marc Buckley.
It was the decade-long Millennium drought on Anika's family's farm that spurred her interest in climate change, and to ask "How are we going to feed a rapidly growing global population well, in a climate challenged world?" With a passion for rural communities and healthy ecosystems, she is committed to help create sustainable and vibrant farming landscapes now and for the future. Anika is a recognized thought-leader of agro-ecological systems resilience, she has a Ph.D. in agricultural science, is an engaging c...
2020-11-091h 17
Beyond Zero - Science and SolutionsBZE speaks to Dr Anika Molesworth, Farmers for Climate ActionBZE speaks to Dr Anika Molesworth founding director of Farmers for Climate Action, a movement that puts farmers on the frontlines of climate change. Anika was the 2017 Young Australian of the Year NSW Finalist, has a PhD in agricultural science, speaks on agro-ecological systems resilience, and has worked for many years in international farming development.
2020-10-0200 min
Shape the SystemAnika Molesworth; Founding Director of Farmers for Climate ActionIn today's episode we chat with Anika Molesworth who is an agro-ecological scientist and a young farmer. In this episode we discuss the massive changes happening in modern day farming and how innovative and forward thinking farmers are finding a way to flourish through the challenges of climate change, massive drought, financial challenges and supply and demand changes due to population growth. To quote Anika "The most important topics of social and environmental sustainability can seem daunting and can trigger disengagement. The biggest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it. What each of us does...
2020-06-1641 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastHow Farmers Are Uniting for Climate ActionFarmers and primary producers are experts in land management and meteorology. They need to be in order to survive. Anika Molesworth is a recognised thought-leader of agro-ecological systems resilience. She is an agricultural science researcher, communicator and works in international agricultural development. Anika is also a passionate advocate for sustainable farming, environmental conservation and climate change action. She is a director of Farmers for Climate Action, a movement that puts farmers on the front lines of climate change and at the front and centre of the solutions. In this episode Anika and I discuss how climate change is...
2020-06-0427 min
Humans of Agriculture9: HOA - 'Changing the Climate Conversations' with Anika MolesworthWelcome to Episode 9 – We're heading to outback NSW to chat with Anika Molesworth at her family's sheep station in Broken Hill in far west NSW. It's not so much what happens on the farm that defines Anika but her passion & determination to creating a better future through advocating for sustainable farming, environmental conservation & climate change action.Anika references the sense of responsibility she feels to not only protect her land, but the communities and industry that are so intertwined with it.She sees a significant role for farmers to connect people to climate through the fo...
2020-05-1240 min
National Climate Emergency Summit 2020EVERYBODY'S PROBLEMFrontline Climate Stories From Across Australia Australia’s first responders and affected communities are confronting the devastating climate impacts playing out around the country. Hear first-hand accounts from people on the ground as an unprecedented crisis hits home. Greg Mullins – Former NSW Fire & Rescue CommissionerAnika Molesworth – Broken Hill Farmer & ScientistMajor Michael Thomas – Defence & Climate Security AnalystMayor Vonda Malone – Mayor of Torres Strait IslandsPaddy Manning – Journalist & Writer Moderated by Jane Caro – Writer & Social CommentatorSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-02-261h 09
Agtech - So What?Episode 42: Anika Molesworth (Theme: responding to climate risk)Anika Molesworth is a passionate advocate for sustainable farming and climate change action. She can be heard on stage and in classrooms in Australia and abroad on the balance of rural landscapes and includes managing climate risk in agricultural systems.Anika’s PHd work takes here between cropping systems in the Riverina in NSW to the rice paddies of SouthEast Asia looking as aspects of sustainable agricultural development. In this episode we talk about managing climate risk and how Anika’s family experience taking on a property in far west NSW sparked her interest in this style of agri...
2019-05-3030 min
Take 5Anika Molesworth's life on the land songsThe 2015 Young Farmer of the Year, PhD student and lover of the land shares stories and songs from growing up in the country. From farming in drought ridden Broken Hill, to doing crop trials in Cambodia and Laos or witnessing the Paris Climate Agreement being signed, Anika's passion and optimism is infectious and her songs will make you want to hit the dirt road yourself.Meg Mac - "Roll Up Your Sleeves"Nneka - "Heartbeat"The Dingoes - "Way Out West" Alma - "Dye My Hair"Eddie Vedder - "Hard Sun"
2017-10-2725 min
Climate Action ShowBeyond Zero - CommunityThis BZE Radio episode was broadcast on Monday 21st August 2017 This week we speak to “Farmers for Climate Action”, an alliance of farmers and leaders in agriculture.Vivien Langford interviews the CEO Verity Morgan-Schmidt about her work advocating for climate conscious farmers to have their voices heard. Verity calls on PM Turnbull to get out of bed with the fossil fuel companies and invest in farmers adapting to changed conditions.Vivien also speaks with Farmer Charlie Prell, about his experiences pioneering wind energy on farms including the proposed Crookwell 2 project.Finally Kurt Johnson interviews Anika Molesworth who is 2015 Australian Young Farmer of the...
2017-08-2100 min
Not for PodcastGreen Nation: The Fight Against Climate ChangeClimate change has been described as the most difficult problem human society has ever faced. But in the face of influential vested interests and governments that seem slow to respond, the social sector plays a vital role. Global warming is happening now – from the bleaching of the Great Barrier Reef to bushfires to the mega-storm that caused a blackout across South Australia. Leading scientists say there is no time to waste in saving the planet. But Australia’s carbon footprint is anything but insignificant. We’re the world’s largest coal exporter, one of the w...
2016-11-2200 min