Lambing season is one of the most intense and demanding times on the farm… and survival is the only goal some days.

In this episode from Roundwood Cheviot Farm, we talk through the reality of getting through lambing, what works, what doesn’t, and the “secret sauce” that helps keep everything moving when things get tough.

From long nights and early mornings to the systems, mindset, and small habits that make a big difference… this is a real, honest look at life during lambing season.

Whether you’re farming yourself or just interested in how it all works behind the scenes, this episode gives you a true insight into what it takes.

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In this important episode of the Roundwood Cheviot Farm Podcast, we discuss a topic that is becoming a serious concern for farmers across Ireland...the decline in large animal veterinary services in rural areas.

For generations, local vets were a vital part of farming communities, supporting livestock health, assisting with difficult births, and ensuring animal welfare standards were maintained. However, many areas are now experiencing a shortage of large animal vets, leaving farmers facing increasing challenges when urgent care is needed.

For farms like Roundwood Cheviot Farm, having reliable veterinary support is not just convenient...it is essential for responsible livestock management and animal welfare.

This episode highlights why protecting and supporting rural veterinary services is critical for the future of Irish farming.

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In this episode from Roundwood Cheviot Farm, we’re keeping hill farming positive and practical. We chat through takeaways from a recent hill farming conference, the importance of dip collection and flock health, and how we’re finishing lambs this season. There’s also a pre-lambing check-in from the yard, what we’re doing now to get ready, plus meal-feeding updates and a simple new technique we’ve been using to help save the life of a frozen lamb. Real conversations, real farming, straight from the hill.

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This week on the Roundwood Cheviot Farm podcast, we’re catching up on all things farm life as winter ticks on. We chat about forestry and land use around the farm, the realities of managing ground and planning for the long term, and how it all ties into the bigger picture for sheep farming and sustainability.

It’s also a very real week here with a few winter colds doing the rounds, so we’re sharing the honest side of farm life when you’re trying to keep everything moving while feeling under the weather. Alongside that, it’s a general catch-up from the yard — what’s happening day to day, what’s coming next, and the usual mix of farming, planning, and a bit of craic along the way.

A relaxed, honest episode straight from Roundwood Cheviot Farm

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 In this episode, Michael and Evaine talk about settle back into routine after the holidays and what happened over Christmas period. 

They chat about how things have been feeling on farms lately and the pressure many farmers have faced. From lambing and stock checks to general day-to-day farm talk, it’s an honest conversation about what’s really going on in the farm.

Whether you’re out feeding, bedding sheds, or listening in the tractor cab, this episode is all about easing back in and looking ahead to what the season has in store.

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Thanks for tuning in throughout 2025. In this episode, we’re chatting through scanning results and how mindset plays a big part in moving forward positively. We also break down the pros and cons of lambing in December and share a few laughs along the way — including an update on Chicken Nuggets.

A relaxed start-of-year conversation from the yard.

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In this podcast, I took a trip to Mayo to learn more about Belclare sheep and explore how they can have a positive impact on a farm enterprise. We discuss the good, the challenges, and where Belclares can fit into a practical sheep farming system.

This is an honest conversation based on real farming experience, looking at performance, management, and whether Belclare sheep are the right choice for improving productivity on farm.

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In this episode, Michael sits down with Cathal O’Brien in Carnew to talk honestly about life in sheep farming.

From the early mornings and long days to the setbacks, pressures, and the moments that make it all worthwhile, Cathal shares his real-life experience of working with sheep and what the job truly involves. There’s no glossing over the challenges — just a straightforward conversation about the ups and downs that come with farming, the lessons learned along the way, and why passion for the land keeps farmers going.

A genuine, down-to-earth chat for anyone involved in farming, thinking about it, or simply curious about the realities behind the scenes.

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In this  episode, Michael had a good chat today about the joys of winter prep with sheep — everything from getting prescriptions for doses from the vet, to the “blue thing” situation up North in Northern Ireland, and of course lambing season creeping closer.

I’ve also put up a quick poll about winter feeding for sheep, so jump in and let me know what you’re doing this year — keeping it simple, mixing it, or changing things up.

Always good to see what everyone else is doing before the real cold hits!

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Short, punchy, natural — farming audience friendly.

In this episode, I’m on the road to visit Samantha Ginty, a respected Dorset breeder and the woman behind the hard-working team that runs the Sheep Tunnel at the National Ploughing Championships.

We chat all things Dorset sheep — breeding, lambing, flock management, choosing the right stock — and what really goes into running one of the busiest and most-loved areas of the Ploughing. From the early mornings to the behind-the-scenes madness you never get to see, Samantha gives an honest look at the dedication, organisation, and passion that keeps the Sheep Tunnel running year after year.

If you’re interested in sheep, showing, Dorsets, or the Ploughing itself, this one’s for you.

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