{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6327dd5dfa317d001281da49/6903d3be95ee8b18151802e6?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Farmer Fridays: Deb Gray \"I'm really starting to run out of cows.\"","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6327dd5dfa317d001281da49/1765836473296-1d018575-659c-4926-826b-b76c91e57515.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Welcome to the Farms Advice Podcast and the Farmer Friday Series. Deb shares her extensive experience in soil science and farming, discussing the importance of soil health, direct marketing of livestock, and the challenges faced in the industry. She emphasises the need for sustainable practices, effective cash flow management, and community engagement through educational outreach. Deb also highlights her ongoing research on biostimulants and the impact of climate on farming operations, providing valuable insights for both small and large-scale farmers.</p><p><br></p><p>Links:</p><p><a href=\"https://www.beulahmachinery.com.au/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Beulah Machinery</a></p><p><br></p><p>Chapters</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Soil Science and Farming Practices</p><p>02:44 Direct Marketing and Farm Operations</p><p>05:29 Seasonal Challenges and Livestock Management</p><p>08:08 Soil Health and Pasture Management</p><p>10:49 Regional Climate and Its Impact on Farming</p><p>13:26 Breeding and Genetics in Cattle Farming</p><p>16:19 Cash Flow Management and Value Adding</p><p>18:56 Challenges in the Livestock Industry</p><p>21:42 Educational Outreach and Community Engagement</p><p>24:31 Research and Future Projects</p><p>27:11 Final Thoughts and Advice for Farmers</p>","author_name":"Farms Advice"}