Andrew, who studied cotton classing in Memphis, Tennessee, works in Moree NSW and believes he is the first Aboriginal cotton classer in Australia.

Darren, a city boy, went to ag college and now works for Gregmaun Farms. "I love the variety, working outdoors and driving the huge harvesters." Darren has also been accepted into an agricultural university.

Maureen owns and runs a banana plantation and packing shed that employ a lot of young people. "If kids want to work there are plenty of job opportunities on farms."

Matt, 20, has been shearing for two years. "I enjoy travelling around, meeting different people... it's the best lifestyle."