The ultimate playlist for South Australian farmers this harvest season is currently being compiled, with nominations open for Grain Producers SA’s (GPSA) 2025 edition of the Harvest 100.
Now in its fourth year, Harvest 100 invites grain producers and the sector to nominate the songs that keep headers humming during harvest.
The final playlist will be published on GPSA’s Spotify account, with songs ranked on the number of times they are nominated.
Alongside the fun, Harvest 100 is designed to shine a light on mental health and wellbeing during one of the grain industry’s most demanding periods of the year.
GPSA chief executive officer Brad Perry said the project was a way for grain producers of all ages to engage.
“Research shows that listening to music can help reduce stress and lift your mood, both things that are important during long hours on the header,” he said.
“This has been a tough couple of seasons. A good playlist won’t change the weather, but it can have a positive impact on farmers.
“Harvest 100 is a simple way we can all support each other, stay connected and keep conversations going during often isolating work periods on-farm.”
Mr Perry encouraged everyone to get involved.
“We want to hear the songs that flow from your header, your chaser bin or your ute. Whether it’s
classic rock, country, pop or a fresh beat, if it gets you through harvest, nominate it,” he said.
“If you, a family member or a mate isn’t travelling well, please talk to someone you trust, call a support service, or reach out to your local networks.
“Looking after your headspace is as important as looking after your machinery.”
GPSA encourages grain producers and the grain sector to visit harvest100.com.au and take a few minutes to submit your top song choices.
Previous number one songs of the Harvest 100 have been ‘Driving Wheels’ by Jimmy Barnes (2022), ‘Thunderstruck’ by AC/DC (2023) and ‘Have You Ever Seen the Rain’ by Creedence Clearwater Revival (2024).
Once nominations close on Friday 31 October, the final playlist will be released ensuring grain producers have a top-notch selection of tunes to power through to the end of the season.
