Is Glyphosate safer than Coffee? Seems that there is a lot of misinformation around what is safe and not safe in agriculture these days. In this video, I give a simple explanation of the LD50 test used to determine toxicity of chemicals. I try to explain that just because caffeine has a higher toxicity than Glyphosate, that does not make … Read More
Using reclaimed, reused and donated second hand materials I rebuild a stock fence for a farm used by a local young farmers club for under 300 dollars! This video follows the week or so of after hours work I put in to repurpose a paddock to safely house sheep. During the week I remove and repurpose the old fence wire, … Read More
Installing two top wires above sheep mesh fence on star pickets with a twitcher. I show how to secure wires onto a star picket easily with a home made fence twitcher to finish off your sheep fence. Subscribe for a new video each week! New content uploaded every weekend. My Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw
Do you take shortcuts using chemicals? A few years ago I conducted some research on chemicals used in viticulture and found some surprising results. Chemicals in Agriculture are here to stay. This means we need to stay safe using them. There are a few simple yet powerful ways that workers can dramatically improve their safety on the farm. Unfortunately, mostly … Read More
Little lamb born on the farm last week was hemorrhaging after birth. Quickly tying off the umbilical cord and keeping it clean has saved the lamb’s life. Video from the day of the incident and an update one week later. Subscribe for a new video each week! New content uploaded every weekend. My Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw
Do your hoses drive you nuts tangling and kinking every time you use them? No need for expensive anti-kink hoses once you learn this simple trick. Subscribe for a new video each week! New content uploaded every weekend. My Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw
This week I buy, unbox and and review the Honda GX25 powered Victa PRO 25cc straight shaft brush cutter. With both cord and blade head options the machine provides plenty of power in a quiet and refined package. Subscribe for a new video each week! New content uploaded every weekend. My Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw
An Echidna wanders into the dog yard. After getting the dog safely away, I have to move the echidna somewhere safe. This is harder than it looks as Echidnas not only roll themselves in a ball, they dig in tight! I use a simple trick to loosen the echidna and move it on to safer ground. Subscribe for a new … Read More
Have you ever wondered what a vet is checking when they inspect your livestock? Want to make the process as easy as possible? Need to know what vital signs to check and in which order? Join Eloise Deen, an experienced and skilled vet as she takes a group of young farmers through a 5 station exam of a pregnant cow … Read More
Huge collaboration this week as we look at fencing gear in Australia, Ireland and America. Luke Gibson and Nigel McHugh join me as we look in the basic setup we use to fence in our three countries. Each of us has a different perspective on the job of fencing. From my background in animals, horticulture and vineyard trellising to Nigel’s … Read More
Sometimes you don’t want to tie a fence knot or you just don’t have the room. I compare two popular fence joining gadgets that replace knots, the Gripple and the Crimp. What is best? The Gripple, Crimp or Knot? It all depends on your perspective, although my bad experience with one of these might influence my opinion in this video … Read More
Lake Tali Karng is the only lake in the Victorian Alpine National Park. At 35 acres in size and with a depth of 50 meters the lake is surrounded by the mountain peaks that 1500 years ago collapsed to create it. There are two ways into the lake, a shorter easier route from the North or a longer more challenging … Read More
This week I use some simple and free tools to plan my new fences. Using freely available applications from google I can map, plot and cost new fences in half the time it used to take by hand. I have included a link to my free spreadsheet which even generates an order list for components of simple fence designs. Link … Read More
This video shows how to tie off an electric fence. Insulator knots are an important skill in electric fencing. I also discuss post spacing for electric fences, the cost advantage of electric fences for stock control and how to tell if the fence is tensioned correctly. Start making your cattle, horse or goat electric fence now! Subscribe for a new … Read More
This week I use a round lash to fix a broken handle with Bailing twine. Using simple cheap fixes lets you get on with the job when equipment fails. Subscribe for a new video each week! New content uploaded every weekend. My Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw
Coil rope so that it does not tangle, finish it with the gasket loop and secure the coil to your truck or ute with a quick release hitch! Well looked after rope is easier to use, lasts longer and tangle free coiling reduces the frustration of tying down loads when everyone is watching…… Subscribe for a new video each week! … Read More
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A quick solution to the most common electric fence problems is installing a good earth. In this video I demonstrate how to set up an earth that will work in all conditions. I explain why it is important to use the same metal as your fence for the earth rod and why electric fences without good earth systems operate poorly … Read More
Three year old Boer Goat doe “Miffy” giving birth to two perfectly healthy young bucks. The video covers the highlights from the entire period of labor from the breaking of water to the young kids first suckle. Subscribe for a new video each week! New content uploaded every weekend. My Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw
Is burning firewood financially smart? How to store, collect and stack firewood so that you can save lots of money! Remember, a penny saved is more than a penny earned, because it’s after tax! As well as the process, understanding the economics of firewood collection is eye opening.
Hi, my name is Tim Thompson. I am an Agriculture teacher from Australia who has decided to have a mid life crisis. Subscribe to join me each week with a new tip or Mid Life Crisis adventure! My Channel – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw My Teespring Store https://teespring.com/stores/mid-forties-tim Tennessee Hayride by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/
This video shows you how to fix a fence using only a pair of pliers and a small coil of wire. A good trick to know when you are a long way from the shed and have to fix a damaged fence fast! After this video, you will be sure to want a set of fencing pliers in all your … Read More
Driving star pickets and pulling them out required specialized tools. In this video I aim to help save you money with a specialized star picket puller you can make yourself out of scrap steel. steel star picket – http://go.magik.ly/ml/bkz6/
Rapids, tranquil paddling and a bike transfer all come together in this 3km adventure along the Yarra at one of the best spots on the river. Enjoying an adventure does not have to be expensive, will all the paddling gear costing under $400. A spectacular Autumn day and two hours of free time see this adventure made possible. With an … Read More
A simple way to ensure that you work faster is to look after your tools. A wet day sees me refinishing my fencing hammer using simple hand tools. Some simple maintenance ensures that I get the job done quickly next time I am out on the fence line.