Good cattle handling starts long before the gate shuts. This yard design changes how cattle move, stand, and settle. In this video, Ash Dowden walks through a practical, real-world cattle yard modified for calm movement, better flow, and low-stress handling. From desensitising toys to a conveyor-style bottom rail, every decision is aimed at helping cattle feel comfortable standing closer to … Read More
Trailer wheel bearings and brakes are one of the most common causes of breakdowns — and most failures are completely avoidable. In this video, we strip everything back to basics and show you exactly how trailer bearings and braking systems work, and how to maintain them properly. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw/join I’m visiting Davidson Engineering … Read More
How tight should prefabricated mesh fencing really be? Some people are over-straining it and ruining perfectly good wire. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw/join In this short, hands-on video, I break down how a prefabricated fence is designed to work, why it should behave like a trampoline, not a rigid wall, and how the much-debated tension crimps … Read More
How tight should prefabricated mesh fencing really be? Some people are over-straining it and ruining perfectly good wire. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw/join In this short, hands-on video, I break down how prefab mesh is designed to work, why it should behave like a trampoline, not a rigid wall, and how the much-debated tension crimps actually … Read More
What if all you had was a shovel, some chickens, and a block of dead ground — could you rebuild soil from scratch? Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw/join On a challenging 25-acre property near Mogo, NSW, Colin and Claire show what’s possible when plants, animals, and practical thinking are combined. Starting with nothing but mulch, manure, … Read More
Your Thor post driver feeling sluggish or not hitting like it used to? This simple gas check could save you time, money, and downtime. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw/join In this video, I’m out in the paddock with veteran fencing contractor Rob Bailey and Simon from Thor to unpack a brand-new Thor TH43 post driver — … Read More
Three years ago I reviewed Wireman strainers… and they’ve moved to a whole new level since then. Today we test the new grip design, get a contractor’s verdict, then take them to breaking point. I also fly to Sydney to see them poured from molten iron at the Ajax Foundry (Silverwater, NSW). Join this channel to get access to perks: … Read More
Most fence failures start at the end assembly. These small setup decisions make fences safer, faster, and last years longer. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw/join In this on-farm session, Tim walks through practical fence end assembly techniques with a contractor who builds kilometres of fence—often working solo. The focus isn’t theory or brand hype, but simple … Read More
What if oyster farming worked more like regenerative grazing? This NSW oyster farmer is using technology, systems thinking, and innovation to change the game. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw/join In this video, we visit a family-run oyster farm on the Clyde River near Batemans Bay, NSW, where Kevin McAsh shows how modern oyster farming is evolving. … Read More
Regenerative agriculture isn’t “going backwards” — it’s upgrading farming systems for profit, resilience, and people. From the RegenWA conference stage, I share what my audience actually asks about regen… then interview Matt Haggerty (Natural Intelligence Farming) on scaling regenerative grain, building markets, and why succession changes when farming becomes creative again. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw/join … Read More
What happens when a dairy farm cuts synthetic nitrogen to ~10%… and pasture improves? Today we’re back near Lang Lang, Victoria with Tom & Kim Kent and agronomist Peter Norwood to see what’s changed in 6 months. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw/join Tom and Kim have been rebuilding soil structure, biology, and nutrient cycling—reducing artificial fertiliser, … Read More
What if a simple cover crop could cut soil temperatures by over 40°C, reduce disease pressure, and save you money? That’s exactly what’s happening in my vineyard this season. In this short Farm Learning update, I show real temperature readings comparing bare ground, old grass, and a multi-species cover crop in my vineyard. The results are dramatic. Cooler soils, better … Read More
What if pest and disease aren’t the real problem — but a symptom? This conversation could change how you think about plant health forever. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw/join In this episode of Farm Learning, Tim Thompson sits down with agronomist Pete Briscoe to unpack a powerful emerging idea in plant science: a unified theory of … Read More
Can a portable battery weld steel, run a bore pump, and power a house? I pushed the Bluetti Elite 300 far beyond normal “camping” tests. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw/join In this real-world review, I put the Bluetti Elite 300 (3kWh / 2400W) through farm-grade stress tests — welding, irrigation pumping, solar charging, and even backing … Read More
Can a portable battery weld steel, run a bore pump, and power a house? I pushed the Bluetti Elite 300 far beyond normal “camping” tests. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw/join In this real-world review, I put the Bluetti Elite 300 (3kWh / 2400W) through farm-grade stress tests — welding, irrigation pumping, solar charging, and even backing … Read More
Can a portable battery weld steel, run a bore pump, and power a house? I pushed the Bluetti Elite 300 far beyond normal “camping” tests. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw/join In this real-world review, I put the Bluetti Elite 300 (3kWh / 2400W) through farm-grade stress tests — welding, irrigation pumping, solar charging, and even backing … Read More
Blackberries are one of Australia’s most stubborn farm weeds — and spraying often doesn’t work. On this farm, they’re disappearing without chemicals. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw/join In this episode of Farm Learning, Tim Thompson visits regenerative farmer Jackie Checkley to explore practical, proven ways to control blackberries naturally. Using strategic grazing, bale grazing, soil pressure, … Read More
Steel end assemblies on timber posts just got easier — and a whole lot tougher. In this video, I show you how the Rotech steel stay kit adapts perfectly to timber posts using a single pin, giving you the strength, adjustability, and speed of steel without changing how you build your fences. Join this channel to get access to perks: … Read More
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Want healthier pastures, better cattle performance, and clearer paddock design? This farm walkthrough shows exactly how Jackie Czechley uses strip grazing, small paddocks, and water layout to transform a once degraded Gippsland property. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw/join In this episode, Jackie explains how she designed her farm before putting in a single fence, why 1-hectare … Read More
Diverse plants, healthier soil, cheaper inputs, bigger profits. On 160 acres in Gippsland, Jackie shows how plant diversity transformed her grazing. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw/join In this video, we explore how 130+ plant species, deep roots, natural nutrient cycling, and simple regenerative practices can reduce input costs, lift feed quality, and make farming more enjoyable. … Read More
Ever been caught without a post lifter? In today’s video we show how a simple physics trick can free even the most stubborn steel posts — using nothing but a ratchet strap and a hammer. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw/join Steve forgot the post lifter, we’re stuck in the middle of a paddock, and these steel … Read More
Tired of shredding your fingers tying off equine mesh? Today we test a tool that could save you 20–25 minutes per end. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw/join Professional fencer Brad Ramage joins me to test the Merlin drill-mounted wire wrap tool on one of the fiddliest jobs in fencing: tying off equine mesh on end posts … Read More
A battery-powered 1.2-ton excavator? I didn’t expect much… But this little electric digger genuinely surprised me. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw/join In this deep dive review, I put the UME 12EV electric mini excavator through a full on farm test: trenching, tight-space work, attachments, run-time, breakout force, safety systems, and build quality. Whether you’re curious about … Read More