The Fibre Frontier

By Dr Mark Ferguson

Welcome to The Fibre Frontier - a unique podcast navigating the intricate tapestry of Mohair and Cashmere goat production in Australia and around the globe. Whether you’re a seasoned producer, a fibre... more

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How many episodes does The Fibre Frontier have?

The podcast currently has 20 episodes available.

The Fibre Frontier episodes:

January 19, 2026 The Essentials of Cashmere Farming in Australia
The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/

You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat Fibre Gateway - check it out here - https://gateway.goatfibre.com/

Please contact us with any questions, comments or concerns - [email protected]

If you're keen on mohair and cashmere, or just love a good yarn about agriculture, share this episode, leave a like and a review, and let's spread the word about The Fibre Frontier!
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22min
August 28, 2025 Webinar Recording: Goat Grazing Essentials: Managing Angoras and Stocking Rates with Dr Bruce McGregor
Listen to our latest webinar, Goat Grazing Essentials: Managing Angoras and Stocking Rates with Dr Bruce McGregor
The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/

You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat Fibre Gateway - check it out here - https://gateway.goatfibre.com/

Please contact us with any questions, comments or concerns - [email protected]

If you're keen on mohair and cashmere, or just love a good yarn about agriculture, share this episode, leave a like and a review, and let's spread the word about The Fibre Frontier!
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1h 8min
April 16, 2025 Parasite management with Dr. Matthew Playford.
The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/

You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat Fibre Gateway - check it out here - https://gateway.goatfibre.com/

Please contact us with any questions, comments or concerns - [email protected]

If you're keen on mohair and cashmere, or just love a good yarn about agriculture, share this episode, leave a like and a review, and let's spread the word about The Fibre Frontier!
...more
1h 29min
March 10, 2025 Cashmere in NZ with David Shaw
The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/

You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat Fibre Gateway - check it out here - https://gateway.goatfibre.com/

Please contact us with any questions, comments or concerns - [email protected]

If you're keen on mohair and cashmere, or just love a good yarn about agriculture, share this episode, leave a like and a review, and let's spread the word about The Fibre Frontier!
...more
41min
March 03, 2025 Managing nutrition in pregnancy and early lactation with Dr Mark Ferguson
The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/

You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat Fibre Gateway - check it out here - https://gateway.goatfibre.com/

Please contact us with any questions, comments or concerns - [email protected]

If you're keen on mohair and cashmere, or just love a good yarn about agriculture, share this episode, leave a like and a review, and let's spread the word about The Fibre Frontier!
...more
1h 6min
February 24, 2025 The ins and outs of farming Angora Goats in Australia with Grant Forsdick of AMMO
The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/

You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat Fibre Gateway - check it out here - https://gateway.goatfibre.com/

Please contact us with any questions, comments or concerns - [email protected]

If you're keen on mohair and cashmere, or just love a good yarn about agriculture, share this episode, leave a like and a review, and let's spread the word about The Fibre Frontier!
...more
33min
February 17, 2025 The History and Future of Fibre Goats with Dr Andrew James
The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/

You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat Fibre Gateway - check it out here - https://gateway.goatfibre.com/

Please contact us with any questions, comments or concerns - [email protected]

If you're keen on mohair and cashmere, or just love a good yarn about agriculture, share this episode, leave a like and a review, and let's spread the word about The Fibre Frontier!
...more
39min
February 10, 2025 Haemonchus contortus in goats with Marisa Wood
The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/

You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat Fibre Gateway - check it out here - https://gateway.goatfibre.com/

Please contact us with any questions, comments or concerns - [email protected]

If you're keen on mohair and cashmere, or just love a good yarn about agriculture, share this episode, leave a like and a review, and let's spread the word about The Fibre Frontier!
...more
28min
February 03, 2025 The Potential in Goat Fibre with John Hornweg
The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/

You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat Fibre Gateway - check it out here - https://gateway.goatfibre.com/

Please contact us with any questions, comments or concerns - [email protected]

If you're keen on mohair and cashmere, or just love a good yarn about agriculture, share this episode, leave a like and a review, and let's spread the word about The Fibre Frontier!
...more
24min
January 26, 2025 The Genetics of Fibre Goats with Mark Ferguson
The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/

You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat Fibre Gateway - check it out here - https://gateway.goatfibre.com/

Please contact us with any questions, comments or concerns - [email protected]

If you're keen on mohair and cashmere, or just love a good yarn about agriculture, share this episode, leave a like and a review, and let's spread the word about The Fibre Frontier!
...more
1h 5min

FAQs about The Fibre Frontier:

How many episodes does The Fibre Frontier have?

The podcast currently has 20 episodes available.