With the promise of lowering handling stress, this calf head restraint turns any cattle crush into a calf box, allowing head work to be done on calves without special yard equipment or removal from mothers. Calf Restraint https://www.keystoneinnovations.com.au/ Keystone on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/keystoneinnovations Check out my website for even more content https://timthompson.ag/ Support me on Patreon patreon.com/timthompsonmedia Subscribe for a new … Read More

At first thought, combining cows and cabins might not seem obvious, but when it comes to sustainable farm income diversification, in some settings it just makes sense. This week I get a tour of Barbara and John Dunnet’s tiny house cabins that they bult in a business partnership with Little House Repulblic. Two years in, after a pandemic and dealing … Read More

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Walters Fencing in Tamworth NSW manufacture much of the equipment they use. A focus on speed and efficiency has lead to this world renowned fencing company creating some bespoke fencing equipment suited to a number of applications. This week I see how their post racks, Air hammer mods and a few other techniques allow them to fence faster on the … Read More

A simple anchor clip proved it’s worth for NSW fencing contractor Tim White recently. His steel fence posts survived a challenging flood where he added a simple ground cvlip prior to driving the post. Tim is sold on the clips afterseeing posts that he had not clipped on the same fence get washed away. Find out more about the clips … Read More

Great end to a week of learning and inspiration. Check out my website for even more content https://timthompson.ag/ Support me on Patreon patreon.com/timthompsonmedia Subscribe for a new video each week! New content uploaded every weekend. My Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw

Dirty Clean Food is a company that wants to promote and reward sustainable farming through local production and supply. They are kicking goals and providing farmers who regeneratively farm a price premium. They are doing great stuff. https://www.dirtycleanfood.com.au/ Check out my website for even more content https://timthompson.ag/ Support me on Patreon patreon.com/timthompsonmedia Subscribe for a new video each week! New … Read More

Eliza and Dan James are regenerating a degraded 1000Ha property in southern Western Australia with smart farming and smart fences. Their use of regenerative grazing practices and support from Gallagher and Landcare with a fencing grant have allowed them to better utilize the natural capital on their property. Their management approach has seen the re-introduction of perennial grass species in … Read More

Eliza and Dan James are regenerating a degraded 1000Ha property in southern Western Australia with smart farming and smart fences. Their use of regenerative grazing practices and support from Gallagher and Landcare with a fencing grant have allowed them to better utilize the natural capital on their property. Their management approach has seen the re-introduction of perennial grass species in … Read More

Will this Ecoflow 1600 Max make a coffee, run a saw and grinder, run a welder and even irrigate the vineyard? Let’s find out….. EcoFlow DELTA Max portable power station: https://au.ecoflow.com/products/delta-max-portable-power-station?variant=41762129150150?aff=75 EcoFlow Australia is having a Valentine’s Day sale till 19th. Save up to $700 and get a free camping light with all bundles: https://au.ecoflow.com/pages/valentines-day-sale?aff=75 Check out my website for … Read More

Herbicide is being replaced in many horticultural operations by Tilling, Mulch, composting or grass swards. The logic of replacing chemical reliance in production systems is pretty straight forward, but the alternatives are anything but straightforward. This week we find out from Lachie Thomas, environment and research manager at Tahbilk winery what long term measured trials on alternatives to herbicide are … Read More

This week I compare Steel Vs Timber Fence End Assemblies for ease of construction, time and tools required. I also go through some great tips to help make your job easier regardless of the end assemblies you choose. Straining Knot https://youtu.be/ngWdp96iMd0 End Knot https://youtu.be/qohPK7b0MqE Fencestay steel box end assemblies https://youtu.be/YLlMzoAMpnI Check out my website for even more content https://timthompson.ag/ Support … Read More

Rob Densmore, a fencing Contractor from central Victoria shares his advice and innovations to make his job easier and faster. His trailed wire spinner solutions are worth a good look for their ergonomics. Check out my website for even more content https://timthompson.ag/ Subscribe for a new video each week! New content uploaded every weekend. My Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw

This time we look at choosing the right fire pump for your needs, setting up and operating it, then servicing it to make sure it works every time. Greg and Rob from Century Rain in Lilydale take time out to help with this essential topic. Check out my website for even more content https://timthompson.ag/ Subscribe for a new video each … Read More

This time we look at choosing the right fire pump for your needs, setting up and operating it, then servicing it to make sure it works every time. Greg and Rob from Century Rain in Lilydale take time out to help with this essential topic. Check out my website for even more content https://timthompson.ag/ Subscribe for a new video each … Read More

Dung Beetles are a critical element in any healthy farm plan. This week I chat with Gavin Wall who is using dung beetles to convert manure into free fertilizer and remove fly population and worm burrden from a mixed grazing property. Gavin, a highly experienced grazier, breeder and consultant has been using dung beetles since the early 1990’s with great … Read More

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What do you know about steel fence posts? Why are Australian steel posts so different to those used elsewhere? The story is a fascinating insight into our colonial past, manufacturing monopolies, cultural inertia and myth. Dr John Pickard, author and historian chats with me about the development of the iconic Australian steel fence post. John’s new book on wire strainers … Read More

Reolink have a new wifi security camera. Called the TrackMix this camera is loaded with features, including dual cameras, automatic tracking, SD card slot and super easy setup. With 360 degree range of motion and 150 degree field of vision, LED spotlight and InfraRed sensor, not much will escape this cameras attenion. I put it through it’s paces, finding the … Read More

This week I try out the Tellusloc ground anchor system distributed by the Millenium Coupling Company https://www.mcc-ltd.com.au I try them out on a fence repair job and then keep doing stupid things with them until I get them to fail or break. You’ll be pleased to know I succeed. Check out my website for even more content https://timthompson.ag/ Subscribe for … Read More

High tech Gallagher Westonfence has survived some unprecedented floods recently on a Purnim dairy farm. Lisa and Eddy Dwyer from Kangertong Farm in Purnim Victoria have been using Gallagher Westonfence In a major Landcare project. The aim is to regenerate and care for significant remnant vegetation on their 750 acre dairy enterprise. By using technology, not only in their fencing, … Read More

The Rapid clip promises to do away with tools and increase speed when joining wire to steel posts. This week I try it out on plain and fabricated wire fencing. Check out my website for even more content https://timthompson.ag/ Subscribe for a new video each week! New content uploaded every weekend. My Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw

This week we set up a flood gate in a fence over a creek. The idea behind the design is to use simple materials to create a flexible barrier that can withstand high water flows and return to position without drama. Check out my website for even more content https://timthompson.ag/ Subscribe for a new video each week! New content uploaded … Read More

Is this a Faster Easier Gate Kit? The Rotech “Faster Fit” gate hinge kit has a few interesting features. I use it to install my Australian made Murray Gate and find out how it performs. Gate Kit https://rotechrural.com.au/products/hinge-sets/easy-install-bolt-thru-timber-post-hinge-set/ Check out my website for even more content https://timthompson.ag/ Subscribe for a new video each week! New content uploaded every weekend. My … Read More