Best Grazing Grass Podcasts (2025)

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179. Commercial Homesteading with Heart with Daniel and Mandie Stallings 1:40:12

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In this episode, Cal sits down with Daniel and Mandie Stallings of Perch & Pasture in Waverly Hall, Georgia. This husband-and-wife team share their powerful story of transitioning from military life to full-time regenerative farming. Sparked by personal health challenges and a passion for nutrient-dense food, they’ve built a diversified farm enterp…

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Ep. 54: Understanding Pasture Grass Sugar Levels — The Long and the Short of It with the Equine, PhD 1:13:10

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Is short grass really sweeter? Is tall grass actually safer for metabolic horses? Or have we been grazing on myths? In this powerful, research-backed episode, we sit down with Dr. Michelle DeBoer of Equine, PhD, the voice behind the viral post that ignited over 1,500 likes, 400+ comments, and 1,200 shares—and shook up everything we thought we knew …

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Setting stocking rate to produce more solids in Kildare 26:11

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In the first episode of season two of Agriland's limited series 'The Dairy Trail', technical dairy journalist, Hugh Harney takes a trip to dairy farmer Eugene Lawler's farm in Co. Kildare. Eugene is farming alongside his son Eoin and his family in Ballitore, Co. Kildare where a simple grazing system is proving very effective for them. Eugene Lawler…

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July Grass Update 10:12

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Teagasc Researcher, Sarah Woodmartin, gives us the monthly update on grassland management. Whether you're actively measuring grass or just looking to stay ahead this season, Sarah shares practical, timely tips to help you make the most of your grazing this season. In this episode, Sarah covers: · Current grass growth rates and average farm covers ·…

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178. Grazing Lessons from the Ground Up with Marque Renshaw 1:32:13

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In this episode of the Grazing Grass Podcast, we hear from Marque Renshaw of Peace in the Valley Farms in West Plains, Missouri. Marque shares her journey into rotational grazing and the lessons she and her husband Ryan have learned transitioning their operation to focus on sheep. From challenging beginnings—managing animals post-house fire and lea…

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Ep. 53: The Forage Based Diet Trend: What You’re Probably Already Doing Right 37:08

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Lately, we've noticed a growing number of horse owners online seeking advice on how to feed “forage-based” diets. But are they already doing this without realizing? In this episode, we dig into: - what constitutes a forage-based diet and how to know if you are feeding one - why terms such as “forage-based”, “grain-free” and “carb-free” when it come…

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From Farm Gate to Future: Navigating Succession with Patti Durand 1:31:51

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In this episode, we chat to Patti Durand from Bright Track Consulting. Patti talks us through her background in agriculture, her work with farm families, and her transition to consulting and authorship with her book "The Future Leader - The Successor's Guide to Family Business Leadership," which focuses on empowering the successor generation in fam…

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177. How Tango Holsteins Embraces Regenerative Dairy Without the Buzzwords with Tom Otton 1:03:34

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Tom Otton joins us from the far south coast of Australia to share his journey from growing up on a beef farm to operating a grazing-based dairy with his family. Tom discusses the evolution of his practices, including a heavy focus on multi-species pastures, no-till methods, and regenerative grazing—long before he even knew the word “regenerative.” …

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Multispecies swards add the finishing touch on Sligo farm 29:13

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Jonathan Higgins, who with his father Philip, runs a mid-season lambing sheep flock, alongside a contract heifer-rearing system in Skreen, Co. Sligo, joins us on this week’s OviCast. The duo are also hosts of this year’s Irish Grassland Association Sheep Farm Walk. Jonathan talks to us about their contract rearing system and we delve into the perfo…

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176. Building Iron Root Pastures from Backyard Chickens to Raw Milk Dairy with Ernie Mathes 1:35:03

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In this episode of the Grazing Grass Podcast, Cal talks with Ernie Mathis of Iron Root Pastures in Rising Fawn, Georgia. Ernie shares how he went from suburban New Jersey roots and metro Atlanta life to traveling the U.S. in an RV and finally settling on a dilapidated cow-calf farm to pursue a regenerative, multi-species livestock operation. He dis…

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Ep. 52: Summer Heat and Your Horse Part 2: Nutrition and Management 1:00:37

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In our last episode, we explored how horses manage their body temperature and what happens when they experience heat stress. Now, we're diving into how to adjust their diet during hot weather! In this episode we discuss: hay adjustments to reduce metabolic heat, the impact of high-protein diets on hydration, whether or not your horse needs a biotic…

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Ep. 51: Summer Heat and Your Horse Part 1: The Science Behind the Stress 57:42

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Join us as we dive into how horses handle hot weather and the internal changes they undergo when stressed by the heat. We answer critical questions about horse physiology in high temperatures. We'll explore why horses get hot, how they regulate their body temperature, and what happens when they can't. Other important topics discussed include: sourc…

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Sheep 2025 Preview 16:21

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Sheep 2025 – the largest dedicated sheep-focused open day on the island of Ireland – takes place on Saturday, 21st June, from 10am to 5pm at the Teagasc Mellows Campus in Athenry, Co. Galway. For this week’s OviCast, Teagasc’s Michael Gottstein and Margaret O’Donovan preview this free event for us. Michael acknowledges the vital contributions of in…

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175. Adapting Grazing and Breeding to Harsh Environments with Doug Badcock 54:16

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In this episode, we head to Zambia to talk with Doug Badcock of Green Lid Enterprises. Doug shares his journey from managing a diverse crop and livestock farm to developing a passion for grazing and livestock management. Situated just miles from the Congo border, Doug discusses the realities of ranching in Zambia’s unique environment—from tropical …

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Wool, shearing and improving the market prospects 20:34

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With the shearing season in full swing, on this week’s OviCast, we're joined by Pat Coffey, merchant, wool exporter, and member of the Irish Grown Wool Council. Pat brings four generations of experience to the wool industry and gives us a valuable insight into the current state of the wool market, explaining some of the key factors influencing it t…

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174. A Subscription Model Transformed Jeff Siewicki’s Farm Business 1:15:29

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In this episode of the Grazing Grass Podcast, we're joined by Jeff Siewicki of Vital Mission Farm in South Carolina. Jeff shares his journey from raising 25 chickens for personal use to building a thriving regenerative poultry business focused on pasture-raised ducks and turkeys. With a background in science and no prior farming experience, Jeff ca…

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Ep. 50: From Shedding to Shining: Nutrition & Care Tips for Healthy Horse Coats 1:11:30

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In this episode, cover the secrets of equine coat health, from shedding season struggles to the crucial nutrients found in spring pastures. Discover why vitamin E levels matter, even when they seem "normal," and how to choose the right fats and oils, including the benefits of omega-3s over corn and soy oil. We'll also explore the importance of trac…

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173. Managing 8,000 Acres with Planned Migratory Grazing with Riki Kremers 1:18:08

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Riki Kremers joins us from Kremers Ranch in Lance Creek, Wyoming, where she and her family manage 8,000 acres of rough, arid country with Angus-cross cattle, horses, and meat goats. Together with her husband and daughter, Riki has transitioned their operation from traditional set-stock grazing to a powerful combination of Instinctive Migratory Graz…

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Preventing blowfly strike 14:45

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Brian McConnell, Technical Consultant for Elanco in Ireland, joins us on this week’s OviCast to discuss blowfly strike prevention for the upcoming season. Brian outlines the duration and severity of the seasonal risk period before delving into how blowfly strike occurs, the life cycle, and why early intervention is critical for effective control. B…

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172. Balancing Horses, Sheep, and Goats in a Rotational Grazing System with Cherrie Nolden 1:20:26

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In this episode, we chat with Cherrie Nolden of Wonder Acres Farm, located in Dodgeville, Wisconsin. Cherrie shares her extensive experience with multi-species grazing, highlighting her innovative approaches to adaptive grazing management and pasture improvement. She discusses how she manages her Norwegian Fjord horses, sheep, goats, and livestock …

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Using GPS technology to learn more about hill sheep grazing 10:56

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Teagasc Walsh Scholar, Michael Dever, and Teagasc researcher, Dr. Frank Campion, join us on this week’s OviCast to discuss an exciting new project, recently launched in collaboration with SRUC. The project aims to use GPS technology to better understand hill sheep grazing patterns. Frank provides background on the project, while Michael outlines ho…

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Ep. 49: Beyond Diarrhea: Identifying and Managing Free Fecal Water Syndrome (FFWS) in Horses 1:22:00

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In this episode, we explore the frustrating condition known as Free Fecal Water Syndrome (FFWS) in horses. If you’ve ever dealt with your horse passing brown liquid before or after manure, you know this condition and how challenging it can be. Join us as we welcome back Dr. Phoebe Smith DVM, DACVIM, (an internal medicine specialist), to help us und…

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May Grass Update 12:32

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Teagasc Grass10 Advisor, Joseph Dunphy, returns with the monthly update on grassland management. In this episode, Joseph covers: · Current grass growth rates and average farm covers · Key grazing targets and maintaining sward quality · Fertiliser recommendations for second-cut silage and how to replenish offtakes · Tips for managing newly reseeded …

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171. Growing a Farm Brand with Alex Russell 1:29:48

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In this episode, we chat with Alex from Chucktown Acres, a regenerative farm based in Charleston, South Carolina. Alex shares his transformation from suburban musician and Bible college student to full-time regenerative farmer. His journey includes a pivotal internship at Polyface Farms and eventually taking over an existing farm operation in coast…

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170. Building a Bison Empire in Oklahoma with Dusty Baker 1:26:52

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Dusty Baker of Cross Timbers Bison joins us on the Grazing Grass Podcast to share his journey from city life to raising bison full time in Sulphur, Oklahoma. With a background in wildlife ecology and a deep appreciation for the nearby Chickasaw National Recreation Area, Dusty took the leap into bison ranching during the pandemic, starting out on an…

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Ep. 48: Decoding Muscle Myopathies Part 2: Managing RER, MFM, MFM-ER, MFM-WB, PSSM2-ER; 1:03:02

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Welcome to part 2. We're revisiting the complex world of muscle myopathies, specifically focusing on Myofibrillar Myopathy (MFM) in both Arabian and Warmblood horses. If you missed our previous episodes on PSSM Type 1 and the initial breakdown of other muscle myopathies, we highly recommend you go back and catch up. In this episode Dr. Katie Young …

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The Da Byw discussions - Profit driven pasture with Rhys Williams 1:09:20

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This month we chat to Rhys Williams. A farmer, consultant and founder and organiser of Da Byw, the sustainable livestock farming conference. We cover the dos and don'ts of a joint venture, regenerative sheep businesses (yes, sheep!), and the lineup for this year's Da Byw conference in North Wales. It's set to be a great conference, so take a look a…

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169. Moving Across the Country with Nick Jackson and Sarah Mahan 1:16:16

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Nick Jackson and Sarah Mahan recently embarked on a transformative journey from Atkinson, Maine, to Healy, Kansas, to pursue regenerative agriculture. Their passion for soil health and sustainable farming practices led them to transition from market gardening to livestock farming. With backgrounds in organic agriculture and compost production, they…

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168. Harnessing Nature's Balance for Better Beef with Jason Schoenfelder 1:07:53

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Jason Schoenfelder, a passionate advocate for sustainable cattle farming, is our featured guest. Raised on the sun-soaked ranches of Southeast Arizona, Jason's journey took him to the verdant pastures of Northeast Oregon, where he has embraced innovative, pasture-based cattle finishing operations. Influenced by the revolutionary ideas of Allen Savo…

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Tackling scald and other lameness issues 14:11

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Jake Delaney joins us on the latest OviCast to explore the issue of scald and other lameness problems on farm, and their wider impact on flock performance. Jake breaks down: - the causes and risk factors behind scald - why early intervention is essential - treatment options We also take a look at other lameness conditions currently affecting farms,…

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Ep. 47: Decoding Muscle Myopathies Part 1: Understanding RER, MFM, MFM-ER, MFM-WB, PSSM2-ER; 52:57

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Join Jill and Clair as they delve into the complexities of equine muscle myopathies, specifically focusing on what was once known as PSSM Type 2. In this multi-part series, they are joined by Dr. Katie Young, a leading equine nutritionist with Kentucky Equine Research. Together, they: - define all the relevant terminology - unpack the differences b…

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All you need to know about reseeding this spring 21:36

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In a joint episode this week, we’re joined by Catherine Egan, host of the Beef Edge podcast, as we catch up with Dr Mary McEvoy, Technical Development manager with Germinal, to discuss all things reseeding. Mary discusses her top tips, from field preparation to seed mixes for grazing and silage as well as clover inclusion. We also discuss post sowi…

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167. Ranching with Family and Utilizing Public Grazing Lands with Karson Rippstein 1:26:48

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Karson Rippstein is a rancher from The Ripp Ranch in central Utah. His family's involvement in the industry dating back to the late 1800s. Karson has effectively combined traditional ranching methods with innovative practices, transforming undervalued plots of land into a thriving and sustainable cattle business. His journey is marked by resilience…

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April Grass Update 12:20

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Teagasc Grass10 Advisor, Joseph Dunphy, has the monthly update on grassland management. In this episode, Joseph discusses: · Current grass growth rates and average farm covers · Tips for managing grass supply through April into early May · How to handle surpluses and maintain short residency periods · Fertiliser options for silage ground · Consider…

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166. Grazing Sheep with Big Tom Perkins 1:20:58

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Big Tom Perkins is a seasoned farmer who has successfully navigated the challenging transition from cattle to sheep farming. With his extensive experience at Con-O-Creek Farm in western Pennsylvania, he has become a beacon of innovation in livestock management and rotational grazing. His story is one of resilience, having faced and overcome signifi…

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The National Sheep Welfare and Sheep Improvement Schemes 20:56

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David Buckley from the Department of Agriculture joins us to discuss the 2025 National Sheep Welfare Scheme and the Sheep Improvement Scheme. David outlines key elements of the Welfare Scheme, including eligible tasks, increased payment rates, and compliance requirements. We also cover the application process, key dates, and record-keeping obligati…

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Ep. 46: The Power Of Grazing Muzzles 57:45

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Grazing muzzles are extremely valuable tools when needing to regulate a horse’s pasture intake. However, many horse owners feel guilty about the prospect of turning their horse out in a grazing muzzle. In this episode Jill and Clair explain the benefits of grazing muzzles and why they can improve your horse's quality of life. We dive into: - how mu…

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165. Silvopasture: Getting Trees Started Right with Austin Unruh 1:08:56

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In this episode , we feature Austin Unruh, the founder of Trees for Graziers. Austin's journey into the world of silvopasture and agroforestry began in 2017 when he started planting trees along streams to improve water quality. Since then, his passion for integrating trees into pasture systems has grown, and he has worked with grass-fed dairy opera…

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164. Splitting the Farm to Evolve with Becky Szarzynski 1:26:41

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Becky Szarzynski is a pioneering farmer in the field of sustainable farming and regenerative agriculture. With her independent venture, Ember Cattle Company, based in Fairfield, Virginia, Becky has transformed her family's farming legacy into a solo endeavor. Her journey is marked by innovative practices such as intensifying grazing techniques and …

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What fertiliser does your silage ground need? 15:17

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Teagasc Specialist, Mark Plunkett, joins us on this week’s OviCast to explore the nutrient requirements for this year’s silage crop. Mark provides valuable insights into the nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K) demands of a silage crop, detailing how slurry and farmyard manure contribute to nutrient supply and what additional inputs may …

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Ep. 45: Pasture Management and Rotational Grazing 1:05:44

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Having pasture for horses is considered by many to be the horse's ideal living situation. But it's not as simple as just putting your horse in the pasture and walking away if you want not only your horse to thrive but your pasture to as well. Quality pasture takes active management and is a constant balance of gazing, resting, weeding, mucking and …

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163. The Intersection of Military and Agriculture with Eric Czaja 1:18:49

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Eric Chaya is a visionary in the realm of sustainable agriculture and military synergy. Originating from Wisconsin, Eric's journey has taken him from a traditional dairy-rich environment to pioneering innovative agricultural practices on military lands in California. His career path was notably influenced by his military service, which included a t…

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Troubleshooting problems in the field 23:09

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Sheep specialist, Michael Gottstein, joins us on this week's OviCast to discuss how to stay ahead of potential issues in the flock post-turnout. Michael provides insights into the current situation on farms and shares practical advice for maintaining performance, especially where grass supplies are tight. He explains why managing a separate group o…

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Cultivating Change: Brian Harper on Regenerative Farming, Family Succession, and Grass Grazing 1:30:28

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Our first in-person interview, recorded at the MFGA Regenerative Ag conference in Brandon, Manitoba! In this episode, we have a lively conversation with Brian Harper, a professional land manager and cow-calf producer from Brandon, Manitoba. This interview explores Brian's farm operations, his innovative agricultural practices, and his insights into…

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162. The Art of Meat Processing and Electric Fences with Ross McGarva 1:23:40

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Ross McGarva is a seasoned rancher with deep roots in the agricultural world. His family has been involved in ranching since 1918, and Ross himself has embarked on a remarkable journey across the United States, managing various livestock species such as cattle, meat goats, and hair sheep. Having transitioned from California to Texas, with stops in …

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March Grass Update 5:10

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Teagasc Grass10 advisor, Niamh Doyle, gives her monthly update discussing grass management tips for the month ahead. Niamh discusses current growth grass rates, grazing management, setting up a rotation and targets for the month ahead as well as fertiliser advice. You can subscribe to the Grass10 newsletter here: https://www.teagasc.ie/crops/grassl…

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Ep. 44: Understanding PSSM1: Nutritional Management for Your Horse 46:02

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Tying-up is a muscle condition in horses that has long plagued owners. From random one off episodes on warm sunny days to recurrent ones during exercise tying-up can result from many causes. Some, like Polysaccharide Storage Myopathy (PSSM1) are the result of a genetic condition that affects muscle metabolism, leading to muscle stiffness and pain. …

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161. Harvesting Dreams and Building a Farm Together with Aaron and Stephanie Moody 1:09:53

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Aaron and Stephanie Moody are the passionate and dedicated couple behind Moody Family Farm in Bernardston, Massachusetts. Both working as full-time special education teachers, they have embarked on a fulfilling journey into agriculture, combining Aaron’s nostalgic ties to farming from his childhood and Stephanie’s newfound enthusiasm for New Englan…

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Tips for the lambing shed 16:55

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Niall Conaty from Teagasc Agricultural College Ballyhaise joins us to discuss practical tips for the lambing shed. We cover setup, pen layout, group pens and dedicated areas for problem cases and Niall offers insights on streamlining tasks to reduce workload during this busy period. We also discuss how simple additions, such as whiteboards and labe…

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Montbeliardes suiting an autumn and spring calving system in Wicklow 23:26

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In the fourth episode of Agriland’s latest limited podcast series ‘The Dairy Trail’, technical dairy journalist, Hugh Harney takes a trip to Hanbidge’s dairy farm in Kiltegan, Co. Wicklow. Linda Hanbidge is farming in partnership with her brother Gordon, her mother, Rosemary, and her father, Alan, where they all together seamlessly. The Hanbidges a…