My guest in this episode is Zach Whale. Zach is GM of Policy at Grain Growers, a key representative body for all grain growing farmers in Australia.  

Highlights of our conversation include how a great suggestion from Zach's mum led to his passion for grain growing, riffing with Banjo Patterson, the impact of Trump's tariffs on global trade, the serious issue of international food security, and how the Russia-Ukraine war affects global grains trading. 

Enjoy the conversation.

To find out more about Grain Growers go to: https://www.graingrowers.com.au 

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#44 Leadership, Trade Wars & Food Security, with Zach Whale, GM of Policy at Grain Growers

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