Head Shepherd
Mark Ferguson from neXtgen Agri brings you the latest in livestock, genetics, innovation and technology. We focus on sheep and beef farming in Australia and New Zealand and the people doing great things in those industries.
Podcasting since 2020 • 215 episodes
Head Shepherd
Latest Episodes
Head Shepherd LIVE 2024
We recorded our final episode of Head Shepherd 2024 live on the Hub where Mark answered listener questions. Mark also chatted about the work he has been involved with in 2024.- GEPEP project and its applicability to composites and stron...
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Episode 213
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37:13
The Basics of Breeding Better Animals with Rudolph Linde
In this episode, Ferg is joined by Rudolph Linde, the Business Manager of Genetic Services at Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA), who shares his journey from diversified farming operations in South Africa to a career across New Zealand, the U...
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Season 2024
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Episode 213
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49:40
Breeding Better Sheep in the North Island with Dr Emma Pettigrew
In this episode of Head Shepherd, we're thrilled to introduce Dr Emma Pettigrew, our new North Island consultant at nextGen Agri. Emma brings a wealth of experience and passion for the sheep and livestock industry, having grown up on a stud she...
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Season 2024
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Episode 212
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22:15
The Abundant Farmer: Mindset and Money in Agriculture with Hayley Grosser
Hayley Grosser is a farmer and business coach based in Victoria, Australia, who helps farmers change their relationship with money so they can create more abundance in their lives. Hayley and her partner both grew up on a farm, and they started...
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Season 2024
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Episode 211
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51:05
Managing Pastures for Long-Term Success with Cam Nicholson
Looking to level up your pasture and crop management? This week’s guest is Cam Nicholson of Nicon Rural, an agronomist with four decades of experience. He breaks down the essentials of soil fertility, grazing management and the big impact of ge...
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Season 2024
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Episode 210
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42:57