Stock Talk Publications
Stock Talk – Planning Ahead of Tupping Time
In this podcast we hear from SAC Veterinary Investigation Officer Megan Fergusson. Megan talks to us about how to give your flock the best chance of a successful lambing next…
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Michael Blanche
In this episode we hear from a well-known face and voice, Michael Blanche. Michael is a first generation farmer and consultant with a passion for pasture and low-input livestock systems.…
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A View From Argentina
In this podcast we hear from Argentinian farmer Allan Cameron. Allan talks to us about farming in Argentina including cropping and beef production. He covers the importance of soil health…
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Stock Talk – Beef & Sheep Nutrition: Planning Ahead
In this podcast we hear from SAC’s livestock ruminant nutritionists Lorna Shaw and Karen Stewart. They discuss beef and sheep nutrition from grazing at grass through to planning winter rations…
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Stock Talk – Cattle Foot Health with Hoof GP
In this podcast we will hear from Graeme Parker aka the Hoof GP. Graeme tells us his story about his background and how his ‘Hoof GP’ online social media business…
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Stock Talk – Rare Breed Survival Trust with Martin Beard
In this podcast we will hear from Martin Beard from the Rare Breed Survival Trust. Martin tells us about what the Rare Breed Survival Trust (RBST) does and the importance…
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Stock Talk – Michael Shannon from Damn Delicious
In this podcast we will hear from Michael Shannon from Damn Delicious. Michael tells us his story from working in the seed business to where he is today running his…
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Stock Talk – SRUC Kirkton Research Update
In this podcast we will hear from Nicola Lambe and Claire Morgan-Davies, who are based at SRUC Hill & Mountain Research Centre, Kirkton & Auchtertyre Farms. They talk about the…
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Paddy Jack on Outwintering and Forage Crops
In this podcast we will hear from Paddy Jack, DLF Business Manager in Scotland. Paddy talks about the pros and cons of different forage crops, clover, and different grazing…
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Stock Talk – Buffalo Farm
In this podcast we will hear from Jack Munro, Farm Manager from The Buffalo Farm. The Buffalo Farm run by Steve Mitchell in Kirkcaldy, is the largest Buffalo Farm in…
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