October | Episode 10
Healthy Lambs, Happy Farmers - Stay Ahead of Fly Strike
As fly strike risk increases with rising spring temperatures, lambs face a serious threat to their health. On the latest episode of Growing Healthy Stock, Animal Production Expert Andrew Dowling shares practical strategies to prevent fly strike before it hits, helping protect lambs and their welfare.
September | Episode 9
Summer Forages - A Strategic Tool for Seasonal Feed Gaps
As pastures dry out over summer, lambs face challenges in maintaining growth and health. On the latest episode of Growing Healthy Stock, Animal Health Technical Expert Jason Leslie shares practical advice on how summer forage crops can boost post-weaning weight gains nad reduce worm burdens, helping farmersget the most out of their lambs this season.
August | Episode 8
Are you Hitting Peak Milk?
When it comes to dairy cows, the early weeks post-calving are critical. In this episode of the Rural Roundup, Animal Production Technical Expert Jo Harris shares practical insights into hitting peak milk, where cows reach their highest daily milk yield.
July | Episode 7
Setting Up for Success: Calving to Healthy Lactation
Strong starts are crucial for livestock performance. In this episode, we catch up with Andrew Dowling, Animal Health Technical Expert, to talk through the key steps in managing cows in the lead-up to calving. Find out what's happening during the 2-3 weeks before calving, and why it's vital to get things like pasture management and feed calculations spot on. From avoiding down cows to boosting colostrum quality, this episode provides practical advice to help set your herd, and your calves up for success.
June | Episode 6
Accelerated calf feeding - Benefits and best practice
In this episode, our Animal Production Technical Expert talks through the benefits of accelerated calf feeding, moving away from the traditional restricted feeding system in the early weeks of life. By gradually increasing volumes and maintaining consistency in feeding times, milk temperature, and concentration, farmers may support stronger early growth in the first 8 weeks of life. The potential benefits? Better-performing heifer replacements and improved fertility. Tune in to hear why some farmers are adopting this practice and how to do it well.
May | Episode 5
Pre-Lamb Prep
Early prep makes all the difference when it comes to lambing. On the latest Growing Healthy Stock podcast, Animal Production Technical Expert Jason Leslie shares advice to help set your ewes the best chance of weaning strong, healthy lambs this season, from body condition scoring and feed planning to scanning.
April | Episode 4
Managing Young Stock
When it comes to young stock, the early work matters. On the latest Rural Roundup podcast, Animal Production Technical Expert Laura Pattie shares practical tips to help set them up for success, from hitting target weights and managing feed quality, to staying on top of drenching and fertility.
March | Episode 3
Is Your Drench Working?
Drenching is only half the job—checking its effectiveness is key. A faecal egg count (FEC) 1–2 weeks after drenching helps detect resistance early, keeping drenches effective and stock healthy. Animal Health Technical Expert Andrew Dowling shares his top tips on FEC testing and resistance management.
February | Episode 2
Late Lactation Nutrition
Maximise this years high payout with strategies in nutrition, water management, and heat stress prevention. Jo Harris, one of our Animal Nutrition Technical Experts, shares valuable tips and insights to help you optimise your livestock's performance and productivity.
January | Episode 1
Prepping for Tupping
Want to get the most out of your ewe flock this tupping season? Good management now can mean more lambs on the ground and better weaning weights next season. Jason Leslie, one of our Animal Health Technical Experts, shares his tips and insights.
FOR HELP PLANNING YOUR ANIMAL HEALTH PROGRAMME OR ADVICE ON WHICH PRODUCTS ARE BEST SUITED FOR YOUR OPERATION, TALK TO YOUR LOCAL PGG WRIGHTSON STORE TEAM OR TECHNICAL FIELD REPRESENTATIVE
