DIGGING DEEPER – AG CHATS WITH AL
DIGGING DEEPER - AG CHATS WITH AL
Podcast Description
Real farmers, real conversations, practical insights and inspiring stories.Join Al Micallef and special guests to help unlock your farm's production potential. Whether it's in relation to drought or economic shifts, this podcast is your go-to for developing resilience in agriculture. This podcast is made possible by the Future Drought Fund Regional Drought Resilience Planning Program co-funded by the Victorian and Australian Governments.
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The podcast explores themes surrounding agricultural resilience, livestock nutrition, and crisis management. Episodes include discussions on livestock feeding strategies, the impact of droughts on farming practices, and veterinarian insights on animal health. Specific focus areas include effective feedlot systems, disease prevention in livestock, and personal stories of farmers navigating economic shifts.
Real farmers, real conversations, practical insights and inspiring stories.
Join Al Micallef and special guests to help unlock your farm’s production potential.
Whether it’s in relation to drought or economic shifts, this podcast is your go-to for developing resilience in agriculture.
This podcast is made possible by the Future Drought Fund Regional Drought Resilience Planning Program co-funded by the Victorian and Australian Governments.
In this episode, Nathan shares his non-traditional path into agriculture, from growing up in Geelong to running a successful farm consultancy. He discusses the importance of translating scientific research into practical on-farm applications and offers advice on managing sheep operations, including lamb survival strategies and the benefits of scanning for multiples. Nathan also highlights the value of focusing on practical, actionable insights and understanding animal behavior. Additionally, he touches on the significance of storytelling in agriculture and his passion for public speaking and coaching.
00:00 Introduction and Background
00:57 Early Farming Experiences
01:50 Education and Career Path
02:12 Transition to Farm Management
02:35 Starting a Farm Consultancy
02:44 Impact of COVID-19 on Farming
03:17 Family Involvement in Farming
03:38 Consultancy Approach and Philosophy
04:58 Practical Advice for Farmers
05:49 Challenges in Agriculture
06:47 Importance of Perspective in Farming
08:05 Face-to-Face Consultancy
09:52 Common Farm Issues and Solutions
12:07 Ram Selection and Management
16:09 Increasing Lamb Survival
18:39 Lamb Loss Mystery
23:42 The Challenge of Mis-Mothering in Lambing
24:35 Ideal Twin Mob Size and Practicality
25:09 Managing Paddock Space and Hot Wires
27:37 Checking Lambing Ewes with Minimal Disturbance
28:47 Using Drones for Lambing Checks
30:25 Super Intensive Sheep Farming Practices
38:13 Public Speaking and Overcoming Nerves
44:19 Final Thoughts and Recent Learnings
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