Steel posts are gaining in popularity as wood becomes more expensive and the advantages of steel become better known. This week I look at a handy bit of kit should you decide to work with steel posts, a lifter. Comparing five of the most common types of lifter on the market, I take them though their paces on posts that … Read More

Winding up a fence can be a frustrating, slow and even dangerous job. What if I told you there might be an easier way? This week I try out the Walters Fencing Wire Winder. I put it through it’s paces, winding up plain and barbed, as well as five wires at a time. Turns out winding up fences is my … Read More

Erosion is a big issue to control on farm. Not only does erosion rob you of inputs, but it can have significant effects downstream as well. This week I check out a cool new product being used to reduce bank erosion in a stream next to a paddock prone to flooding. A flexible concrete mat, made in NSW by Australian … Read More

Trademutt are disrupting workwear. Gone are the days of boring hi viz shirts that make everyone look the same, Trademutt are bringing style back to the paddock. They are also supporting and providing some great services to the local and international community via their ethical production practices. Check out one of the most inspiring interviews I have done all year, … Read More

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This week I use some fencing products to build a Rabbit Barrier Under an outbuilding. This barrier will be permanent and Keep burrowing pests out from under buildings, but still allow easy access for any work under the building. My Website 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 are lucky enough to get a behind the scenes tour of the Whites factory in Albury. Matt, the factory manager takes us through the manufacturing of barbed wire, chain link, hinge joint and “Stiff Stay” mesh. We get to see the advancements in manufacturing that allow new fence configurations and custom orders to be manufactured, along with … Read More

The wireman fence harpoon hopes to solve the issue of holes under fences cheaply and easily, without having to resort to bodgy fixes that are ugly and hazardous. The simple yet complex design of this little tool takes a bit of getting used to, but once you figure it out, the fixes are quick and effortless. My Website https://timthompson.ag/ Subscribe … Read More

A review this week of Fenceline Solutions wire strainers. Taking cues from strainers of the past and combining these with some true innovations, the strainers make for a pretty impressive tool. I have a look at the standard setters of the past and investigate the upgrades that I think make this tool a significant move forward in wire straining. My … Read More

This week I measure up for a custom gate, then I go to the factory in Albury to see it made. Along the way we learn a few tips on ordering a custom gate, what to look for in a strong gate and how to decide on your next gate. My Website https://timthompson.ag/ Subscribe for a new video each week! … Read More

Want an all steel farm fence option that requires no welding or special tools? This might be the setup you’ve been looking for! Using Trigger Engineering’s Fencestay ends and Whites XL Stockposts and Stiffstay mesh I put together a strong and good looking fence. Check out my website at https://timthompson.ag/ for links to the products. Subscribe for a new video … Read More

This week sees me back in my little vineyard installing Foliage Wires and tensioning short rows so that I can have slack wires in winter allowing pruning and tension them up in spring to hold the foliage wire up nice and straight. Good canopy management is essential if you are to grow good quality fruit for winemaking. I demonstrate three … Read More

Fencing off waterways is a critical part of improving the on farm environment as well as off farm. Using some great fencing equipment and some posts donated by WoodShield, Alan Upton is fencing off his creek and preserving vital natural resources we all rely on. This week we contrast two farms, one where the creek is protected and one where … Read More

This week we look at how to use Wire Spinners and avoid 90% of the wire tangles that people are experienced. A few simple tips about storing unused wire and starting off your run as well. Subscribe for a new video each week! New content uploaded every weekend. My Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdtlC5DtsgZKCM8gislyDJw

Small holders and hobby famers need to take the welfare of their livestock seriously. One of the most important skills in sheep husbandry is crutching. Done correctly and at the right time, crutching can prevent fly strike and ensure the welfare of your sheep. John Gilligan, a shearer and property maintenance contractor takes us through the process step by step … Read More

Straining sheep mesh can be awkward. Strainer boards are a must if you are going to complete a professional job. This week I demonstrate a gut strain, where the mesh is tightened in the middle of the run. I complete the gut strain with a new kind of strainer board, the East Ender from Wireman. This could well be a … Read More

Planning a Fence? Sample Your Soil First! Property Planning Basics include an accurate soil sample and identification of land classes, or zones, on your property. By fencing to the capacity, you are assured of maximizing your properties potential. We spend time with Adam Upton, an agronomist, as he samples the soil on a client property. He shows us the basics, … Read More

It’s important that you plan for a fence on your small property that allows flexibility and provides options for the future. Mixed grazing or running different stock puts different demands on your fence. Regular cross-knot, hinged joint and horse / equine fencing are popular choices. Today I go through some options from Whites Rural and explore their features and benefits. … Read More

Keeping your saw ready to go at the drop of a hat (or tree branch) is a really good policy. In this video I go over the routine I use every two to three tanks of fuel to keep my saw tippy top! Maintaining equipment is fun when you know how and it make a whole lot of difference to … Read More

We go back to the vineyard today to prune the vines after their first season. I go over some basic terminology and then prune them to concentrate on developing strong root systems and trunks in the second year. I then run out foliage wires to manage the canopy as it grows. See my website for earlier episodes and a range … Read More