Discover how Mole Valley Farmers prepares its stores for Christmas. This episode gives you a behind-the-scenes view of seasonal planning - from selecting Christmas gifts and ranges to organising displays and essential winter products. A focused look at how teams work together to create a smooth festive shopping experience. Whilst at the same time continuing to provide all the farming essentials because as we all know, farming never stops! Presented by Seth Conway.

In this episode of The Mole Valley Farmers Podcast, host Seth Conway visits Cattedown Wharves in Plymouth to explore how Mole Valley Farmers’ new port operation is strengthening feed supply across the South West. Hear from the Mole Valley team and the port operators as they explain how this major development gives farmers greater security, flexibility, and sustainability — and why it marks a real game-changer for the cooperative.

For our dairy farmers TPi90 could hold the key to protein dips causing the breakdown of muscles and other protein sources in cows, vital for milk production and the immune system.

We’re joined by Dr Kerensa Hawkey and Peter Reis, both expert nutritionists, to talk about a new concept focusing on vital protein during a cow’s transition period.

In conversation with presenter Seth Conway.

Safety is paramount when it comes to cattle handling, for both animal and handler. Reducing risks and stress is essential and, in this episode, experts explain all the things to consider when choosing, installing and using cattle handling equipment.

Senior team members from IAE and Mole Valley Farmers Product Manager Michael Julian sit down with Seth Conway to share some of their top tips on stress-free, safe cattle handling to increase productivity and efficiency.

Surplus lambs are inevitable on any farm so learning how to make the most of them is essential. Seth Conway speaks to Dr Jessica Cooke from Volac Milk Replacers and Mole Valley Farmers Business Development Manager Bex Deacon who set up her own flock by rearing surplus lambs. They explain how assessing the lambing process as a whole, starting with ewe health pre-tupping, can make all the difference. They also cover the importance of colostrum production in late pregnancy, what methods you can use for feeding, feeding cold versus warm milk replacer and when to introduce creep feed. And they share the things on their lambing checklist you may not have thought of.

Only 20% of agricultural plastic is currently being recycled in the UK. Experts from APE and Berry talk to presenter Seth Conway about why this is so much lower than other European countries. They explain the obstacles farmers face when it comes to recycling and the importance of finding a solution that will be cost effective and convenient.

This is part 2 of our latest podcast with experts from Nukamel, the world’s first milk replacer producer, and Mole Valley Farmers where we're learning how to select the best milk replacer for your calves. Discover the telltale feed ingredients to avoid if you want to maximise calf growth and development, and hear about the best management practices to ensure optimal outcomes for your youngstock.

In this two-part episode experts from Nukamel and Mole Valley Farmers share their advice on calf milk replacer. They discuss how to select the best one, which feed ingredients to avoid to maximise calf growth and best management practices to ensure optimal outcomes for your youngstock. Presenter Seth Conway is joined by Jan Druyts, Drew Coppinger and Charlotte Hodgson.

The importance of the farming industry cooperating and collaborating is often talked about but what does it mean in practice? Join Mole Valley Farmers Chairman Stephen Bone, Chief Executive Jack Cordery, and Farmer Shareholder Sam Passmore as they discuss the unique ethos of Mole Valley Farmers and what that means at a practical farm level for Sam.

With the industry arguably facing some of its greatest challenges, Stephen, Jack and Sam discuss the power of trusted relationships, expert advice and supply chain resilience in helping to navigate the path ahead. We also hear from Dr Kerensa Hawkey and host Seth Conway.

In our latest podcast, join experts and JCB Farms as they discuss responsible worming practices, including optimal treatment timing and the importance of mastering faecal egg counts. Learn how to effectively use new group 4 and 5 drenches as break and quarantine doses to preserve wormer efficacy. Don’t let resistance take over on your farm—tune in now! Presented by Seth Conway.