My Rain Gauge is Busted

This is episode number two of our discussion with Cam Nicholson around decision making. In this part of the discussion we talk about the practical format Cam uses on his property to make decisions. My Farm Dashboard: https://myfarmdashboard.sfs.org.au/ Decision Wizard: https://decisionwizard.sfs.org.au/ Please get in touch with any further questions or feedback at the.break@agriculture.vic.gov.au. For more climate and weather information visit: https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/climate-and-weather

In this episode we talk to Cam Nicolson about the factors that go into how people make decisions, a concept that Cam has formulated over a number of years. My Farm Dashboard: https://myfarmdashboard.sfs.org.au/ Decision Wizard: https://decisionwizard.sfs.org.au/ Please get in touch with any further questions or feedback at the.break@agriculture.vic.gov.au. For more climate and weather information visit: https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/climate-and-weather

The positive Indian Ocean Dipole is a feature of the climate in south eastern Australia, so in this episode we talked to Agriculture Victoria Seasonal Risk Agronomist, Dale Grey, about past positive Indian Ocean Dipole events, how a positive Indian Ocean Dipole forms and how that affects seasonal conditions. Check out Climatedog Indy for more information on the Indian Ocean Dipole. Please get in touch with any further questions or feedback at the.break@agriculture.vic.gov.au. For more climate and weather information visit: https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/climate-and-weather

This episode is part two of our discussion with Kate Burke from Think Agri. In this episode we talk about making decisions with uncertainty and the different business structures that can assist with spreading risk. You can sign up for The Fast Break and Very Fast Break on the Agriculture Victoria website. Please get in touch with any further questions or feedback at the.break@agriculture.vic.gov.au. For more climate and weather information visit: https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/climate-and-weather

Agriculture Victoria's, Dale Grey, Graeme Anderson and Jemma Pearl, speak to Think Agri's, Kate Burke. There was so much insightful information in the conversation with Kate, that we had to split the interview over two episodes. In this episode we talk about seasonal risk decision making and some of Kate's tips from her many years of experience. You can sign up for The Fast Break and Very Fast Break on the Agriculture Victoria website. Please get in touch with any further questions or feedback at the.break@agriculture.vic.gov.au. For more climate and weather information visit: https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/climate-and-weather

The Southern Annular Mode is one of the lesser know climate drivers, so in this episode we talked to the Bureau of Meteorology's, Andrew Marshall. Andrew explains what the Southern Annular Mode is and how it affects the climate in south eastern Australia. To learn more about the Southern Annular Mode check out climatedog Sam. You can sign up for The Fast Break and Very Fast Break on the Agriculture Victoria website. Please get in touch with any further questions or feedback at the.break@agriculture.vic.gov.au. For more climate and weather information visit: https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/climate-and-weather

In this episode we talk to Monash University’s Emeritus Professor in the School of Earth and Atmosphere and Environment, Neville Nicholls about the science behind climate change. There is a long history of research that has culminated in our understanding today, including work presented by John Tyndall in 1859 to the Royal Society. Please get in touch with any further questions or feedback at the.break@agriculture.vic.gov.au. For more climate and weather information visit: https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/climate-and-weather

El Niño’s are a frequent feature of the climate in south eastern Australia, so in this episode we talked to Monash University’s Emeritus Professor in the School of Earth and Atmosphere and Environment, Neville Nicholls about past El Niño events, how a El Niño forms and how that affects seasonal conditions. To learn more about El Niño check out climatedog Enso. You can sign up for The Fast Break and Very Fast Break on the Agriculture Victoria website. Please get in touch with any further questions or feedback at the.break@agriculture.vic.gov.au. For more climate and weather information visit: https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/climate-and-weather

In this episode Agriculture Victoria soil moisture expert, Dale Boyd, joins for a conversation with East Gippsland farmer and soil moisture probe host, Dave Caldwell. Dave explains how soil moisture monitoring technology has been used on his property to maximise paster production and efficiency, with special mention to the soil probes ability to read soil temperature. Access the soil moisture monitoring website by visiting this link: https://extensionaus.com.au/soilmoisturemonitoring/ Subscribe to the soil moisture monitoring pasture newsletter here: https://extensionaus.com.au/soilmoisturemonitoring/subscribe-to-the-pasture-enewsletter/ If you are considering implementing a soil moisture probe, please see this helpful information: https://extensionaus.com.au/soilmoisturemonitoring/things-to-consider-when-investing-in-a-soil-moisture-probe/ Please get in touch with any further questions or feedback at the.break@agriculture.vic.gov.au. For more climate and weather information visit: https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/climate-and-weather

Here at My Rain Gauge is Busted we talk about all things climate and farming, and explore stories from farmers, researchers and innovative folks, about our weather, the seasons and the climate, about what’s normal and what isn’t, and the great work underway that is well setting us up for the future. In this season Jemma Pearl, Graeme Anderson, Dale Grey and Dale Boyd to talk to our guests about El Niño, Positive IOD, decisions making, climate change science, extreme events, soil moisture and the Southern Annular mode. Please get in touch with any further questions or feedback at the.break@agriculture.vic.gov.au. For more climate and weather information visit: https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/climate-and-weather

We are truly amazed at the interest and listens we have received in the first eight episodes. As we begin to work on the next eight episodes to bring to you in 2022, we want to hear what topics you want us to cover. Also let us know how we can improve and what you have liked about the first eight episodes. Email us at the.break@agriculture.vic.gov.au.

Seasonal forecast models can be quite confusing as they come in different shapes and sizes. In this episode Dale Grey takes us through the different ones he has looked at consistently for 15 years. Dale also explains how to interpret and why you should be looking at a range of models not just your favourite one. Check out the Fast Break table for Victoria, South Australia, southern NSW and Tasmania here: https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/support-and-resources/newsletters/the-break More tips and tricks for understanding the Fast Break table can be found here: https://rise.articulate.com/share/a4VePXmp9hrO_9MVEQ2IcveAbEAVZ5t5 Please get in touch with any further questions or feedback at the.break@agriculture.vic.gov.au.

Frost is a part of the climate that many agriculture industries observe and monitor. For the stone fruit industry chill time is required, but for other like grains, wine and avocados, frost can have devastating consequences. In this episode Agriculture Victoria Seasonal Risk Agronomist, Dale Grey, and SARDI Science Leader in Climate Adaptions, Peter Hayman, take us through the fundamentals of frost, how damage occurs and what the future holds for frost in south eastern Australia. Resources and information from the GRDC frost initiative can be helpful for managing frost risk. Please get in touch with any further questions or feedback at the.break@agriculture.vic.gov.au.

The negative Indian Ocean Dipole is a feature of the climate in south eastern Australia, so in this episode we talked to Agriculture Victoria Seasonal Risk Agronomist Dale Grey about past negative Indian Ocean Dipole events, how a negative Indian Ocean Dipole forms and how that affects seasonal conditions. Check out Climatedog Indy for more information on the Indian Ocean Dipole. Please get in touch with any further questions or feedback at the.break@agriculture.vic.gov.au.

Soil moisture monitoring systems are very handy pieces of technology especially when seasonal forecasts are not telling us much. Agriculture Victoria Seasonal Risk Agronomist, Dale Boyd, takes us through the benefits of soil moisture monitoring systems and how the Agriculture Victoria soil moisture probe network has expanded to also include pasture paddocks. Learn more about the Agriculture Victoria Soil Moisture Probe Network. You can sign up for the cropping and pasture soil moisture monitoring newsletter. Please get in touch with any further questions or feedback at the.break@agriculture.vic.gov.au.

Models can be quite confusing and the difference in weather, seasonal forecast and climate change modelling is no different. In this episode The Break’s fearless leader, Graeme Anderson, takes us through the different models to explain what they are, how they are calculated and what they can be used for. To learn more about the different seasonal forecast models compared in The Fast Break newsletter, check out this eLearn. You can sign up for The Fast Break and Very Fast Break on the Agriculture Victoria website. Please get in touch with any further questions or feedback at the.break@agriculture.vic.gov.au.

La Niña’s are a frequent feature of the climate in south eastern Australia, so in this episode we talked to Very Fast Break funny man Dale Grey about past La Niña events, how a La Niña forms and how that affects seasonal conditions. To learn more about La Niña check out climatedog Enso. You can sign up for The Fast Break and Very Fast Break on the Agriculture Victoria website. Please get in touch with any further questions or feedback at the.break@agriculture.vic.gov.au.

Weather, seasonal forecasts and climate projections are all very topical, but did you know that there is a team of dedicated Agriculture Victoria staff who have been communicating climate science since 2005? Commonly referred to as The Break Team, they put together much loved products including The Fast Break newsletter and The Very Fast Break YouTube video. But, even if you haven’t heard of these products the team welcome you to their newest creation. You can sign up for the Fast Break and Very Fast Break on the Agriculture Victoria website. All past and future climate webinars can be accessed here. The Climatedog videos can be found on the Climate Kelpie website.

Sea surface temperature is an important aspect of seasonal forecasting, so in this episode we talked to Helen Beggs, Senior Research Scientist at the Bureau of Meteorology, about the history and use of sea surface temperature data. In each edition of The Fast Break and Very Fast Break, the latest sea surface temperature (SST) anomaly map is discussed and the reason behind that is explained in this podcast episode. To learn more about sea surface temperature data, you can check out this eLearn or you can visit the Australian Ocean Data Network. You can sign up for The Fast Break and Very Fast Break on the Agriculture Victoria website. Please get in touch with any further questions or feedback at the.break@agriculture.vic.gov.au.