MSF Farm Talk Podcast

Navigating Drought: Livestock Management Strategies for Challenging Seasons


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In this episode of the MSF FarmTalk podcast, host Nick Paltridge is joined by Deb Scammell and Felicity Turner to discuss insights from recent sheep management webinars funded by the SA Drought Hub.

With South Australia experiencing one of its driest seasons on record, the trio explores the tough decisions farmers face, such as feed management, culling, and containment strategies.

They also delve into practical tools and tips for navigating these challenging times, including feed budgeting, containment pros and cons, and strategic culling.

The team emphasise the importance of planning, mental health, and community support as farmers work through the drought.

This episode is packed with valuable advice for managing the difficult season ahead.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

01:01 Reflecting on the Dry Season

01:58 Early Decisions and Strategies

02:55 Decision-Making Tools and Tips

06:10 Containment Strategies

09:59 Feed Budgeting and Management

18:00 Final Thoughts 

Useful links

Containment feeding

Feed cost calculator

This podcast was brought to you by the South Australian Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub. 

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