DIGGING DEEPER - AG CHATS WITH AL
Episodes
DIGGING DEEPER - From Vet to Farmer: Rod Manning's Story - Part Two
09 Apr 2026
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Send us Fan MailIn a discussion about farm business performance, the speaker explains ballpark cost-of-production calculations using accountant figure...
DIGGING DEEPER - Cattle, Climate, and Community: Easter Conversations with Morgs
02 Apr 2026
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Send us Fan MailHost Al opens 2026 by thanking listeners and outlining more practical guests, more local producers, and monthly segments from Chelsea ...
DIGGING DEEPER - From Vet to Farmer: Rod Manning's Story
26 Mar 2026
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Send us Fan MailHost Al opens 2026 by thanking listeners and outlining plans for more practical guests, more local producers, and monthly segments fro...
DIGGING DEEPER - Navigating Hazards on the Farm: A Deep Dive into Plant Toxins
19 Mar 2026
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Send us Fan MailAl opens 2026 by thanking listeners after the first full podcast year and outlining plans for more practical guests and more local pro...
DIGGING DEEPER - Global Insights with PJ Budler
12 Mar 2026
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Send a textHost Al opens 2026 by thanking listeners, outlining more practical guests and local producers, and announcing monthly veterinary updates wi...
DIGGING DEEPER - Inside the Sale Yards: A New Year in Agriculture
05 Mar 2026
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Send a textAl opens 2026 by thanking listeners and outlining plans for more practical guests and local producers, plus monthly veterinary updates from...
DIGGING DEEPER - Exploring Sustainable Farming With Simon Faulkiner
26 Feb 2026
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Send a textSeason two of Digging Deeper begins with host Alister (Gippsland Ag Group) interviewing Simon Faulkiner of Murdeduke. Faulkiner describes h...
DIGGING DEEPER - From High Country to Herefords: A Chat with Barry Newcomen
18 Feb 2026
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Send a textAlistair from the Gippsland Ag Group interviews Ensay farmer and Hereford stud breeder Barry Newcomen on Season 2. Barry describes extremel...
DIGGING DEEPER - Resilience and Care: Tackling Disease and Fire in Livestock
12 Feb 2026
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Send a textIn this episode of Digging Deeper, Al expresses gratitude for the support from listeners over the past year and outlines exciting plans for...
DIGGING DEEPER - Perennial Pastures: Trials, Triumphs, and Tips
05 Feb 2026
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Send us a textIn this episode of 'Digging Deeper,' Alister from the Gippsland Ag Group talks to Brad Smith and Brett Tompkins about the step...
DIGGING DEEPER - Community Resilience and Livestock Trends: A 2026 Start
29 Jan 2026
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Send us a textIn the latest episode of Digging Deeper, host Al reflects on a successful first year of podcasts and unveils exciting plans for 2026, in...
DIGGING DEEPER - Fire Resilience in Farming: Jen Smith Shares Her Story
22 Jan 2026
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Send us a textIn this episode of Digging Deeper for 2026, the discussion features General Manager Jen Smith reflecting on her journey from Melbourne t...
DIGGING DEEPER - Gippsland Agriculture: Wrapping up the Year with Morgan Davies
18 Dec 2025
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Send us a textIn this season finale of Digging Deeper, host Alister from the Gippsland Ag Group is joined by Morgan Davies to extend festive wishes an...
DIGGING DEEPER - Agriculture Insights: Olivia Betts on Armyworms and Agronomy
10 Dec 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of Digging Deeper, host Al welcomes Olivia Betts from Elders Bairnsdale. Olivia discusses her background growing up on a...
DIGGING DEEPER - Innovating Sheep Feeding with Justin Dunn
03 Dec 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of Digging Deeper, host Alister interviews Justin Dunn, founder and owner of Shepherd Ag Auto Feeders. Justin discusses ...
DIGGING DEEPER - A Close Call: Chelsea's Tale of Survival and Strength
27 Nov 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode, Chelsea Hair recounts her harrowing experience of a recent car accident, emphasising the significance of safety and ins...
DIGGING DEEPER - From Turf to Farming: With Anthony Snow
20 Nov 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of Digging Deeper, host Al interviews Anthony Snow, a unique thinker in the realms of business and farming. They delve i...
DIGGING DEEPER - From Drought to Downpour: The Impact of Weather on Livestock Markets
13 Nov 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of Digging Deeper, the regular guest Morgan Davies returns to discuss various industry topics with the host. They touch ...
DIGGING DEEPER - Preventative Health in Farming: A Conversation with Alison Gunn
06 Nov 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of 'Digging Deeper,' the host welcomes Alison Gunn, the owner of Herd Solutions, who shares insights into her ...
DIGGING DEEPER - Farm Life in Gippsland: Overcoming Adversity and Embracing Change
30 Oct 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of 'Digging Deeper,' the host welcomes guests Trevor and Trent, who share their experiences at Gippsland Ag an...
DIGGING DEEPER - Lily McCole: A Young Farmer's Perspective on Modern Agriculture
16 Oct 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of Digging Deeper, the host interviews Lily McCole, a young farmer from Swifts Creek who has recently gone viral for her...
DIGGING DEEPER - From Droughts to Livestock: Conversation with Brad Obst
09 Oct 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of Digging Deeper, host Alister welcomes experienced stock agent Brad Obst to discuss the unfolding season in East Gipps...
DIGGING DEEPER - From Cattle to Crops: Navigating Gippsland's Agricultural Shifts
02 Oct 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of 'Digging Deeper,' Alistair from Gippsland Ag Group welcomes regular guest Morgan Davies from Elders to disc...
DIGGING DEEPER - Bull and Ram Health: Expert Tips and Practices with Vet Chelsea
25 Sep 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of 'Digging Deeper,' host Al sits down with Chelsea to discuss the latest developments and best practices in m...
DIGGING DEEPER - Exploring Soil Science and Resilience with Joel Williams
18 Sep 2025
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Send us a textIn the latest episode of Digging Deeper, host Alistair from the Gippsland Ag Group welcomes Joel Williams, an independent educator speci...
DIGGING DEEPER - Rams, Risks & Resilience: A Journey with the Pendergasts
11 Sep 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of Digging Deeper, Jackie and Kelvin Pendergast discuss their experiences and insights into sheep breeding and farming l...
DIGGING DEEPER - Gippsland Wool and Cattle Chronicles with Morgs & Madi
04 Sep 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of 'Digging Deeper,' Al welcomes two guests, Morgan Davies and Madi Gallagher. Morgan reflects on his recent v...
DIGGING DEEPER - Young Ambition: Taylor Dennett's Journey in Agriculture
27 Aug 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of Digging Deeper, the host welcomes Taylor, the youngest guest so far at just 15 years old. Taylor, who lives on a farm...
DIGGING DEEPER - Vet and Farm: Tackling Health Issues and Old Remedies
21 Aug 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of 'Digging Deeper,' host Al catches up with Chelsea, a visiting vet, to discuss a range of veterinary topics....
DIGGING DEEPER - Latest Updates from Gippsland Research Farm
14 Aug 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of Digging Deeper Ag Chats with Al, the team provides updates from the Gippsland Research Farm. Topics include new proje...
DIGGING DEEPER - Market Shifts and Predictions: Navigating the Agricultural Landscape
07 Aug 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of Digging Deeper Ag Chats with Al, Alistair from the Gippsland Ag Group returns after a mid-season break to discuss the...
DIGGING DEEPER - Building Better Cows: Innovations in Cattle Management with Dr Enoch Bergman
26 Jun 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode, the discussion centers on best practices for yard weaning and artificial insemination (AI) in cattle. Topics include th...
DIGGING DEEPER - Livestock Lowdown: Market Trends and Tales with Morgs
26 Jun 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of 'Digging Deeper,' host Al welcomes back Mors after a brief hiatus. Mors shares updates about his recent hol...
DIGGING DEEPER - Living the Cattle Life: Enoch Bergman's Journey from America to Australia
19 Jun 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of Digging Deeper, Alistair welcomes Dr. Enoch Bergman, a renowned cattle vet originally from WildHorse, Colorado. They ...
DIGGING DEEPER - Clinical Approaches and Best Practices for Calving and Lambing
12 Jun 2025
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Send us a textOptimizing Livestock Management: Insights on Carving, Lambing, and General Animal HusbandryJoin Chelsea and Al on 'Dig In Deeper&ap...
DIGGING DEEPER - From City to Consultancy: Nathan Scott's Agricultural Journey
05 Jun 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode, Nathan shares his non-traditional path into agriculture, from growing up in Geelong to running a successful farm consul...
DIGGING DEEPER - Uncovering Agricultural Trends: Insights with Paul from Rabobank and Ellie Caldwell
29 May 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of 'Digging Deeper,' the hosts welcome Paul from Rabobank and local guest Ellie Caldwell to discuss the curren...
DIGGING DEEPER - Navigating Agricultural Challenges with Neil Moss
22 May 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of 'Digging Deeper,' the hosts welcome Neil Moss, a veterinary consultant with Cbus, to discuss his extensive ...
DIGGING DEEPER - Prolapses and Pasture Problems: Insights with Chelsea
15 May 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of Digging Deeper, hosts Al and Charles welcome back Chelsea to discuss the hectic peak months in livestock management, ...
DIGGING DEEPER - Cultivating Leadership: Sally Murfet on Human Agronomy in Agriculture
08 May 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of Digging Deeper, host Al welcomes special guest Sally Murphy from Tasmania and Jen Smith, General Manager of the Gipps...
DIGGING DEEPER - Agriculture Insights: Livestock, Markets, and Seasonal Updates
01 May 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of 'Digging Deeper,' hosts Alan and Morgan Davies discuss the latest trends in livestock sales, market conditi...
DIGGING DEEPER - Benchmarking Success: Insights with John Francis
24 Apr 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of 'Digging Deeper,' hosts Alistair and Jen Smith welcome special guest John Francis, a former jackaroo, agron...
DIGGING DEEPER - Understanding Facial Eczema and Its Impact on Livestock with Dr Chels
17 Apr 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode, Al welcomes back Chelsea from Herd Solutions for her third appearance. The discussion begins with an update on Chelsea&...
DIGGING DEEPER - Navigating the Future of Farming: Insights with Ben Young
09 Apr 2025
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Send us a textThis episode delves into the challenges of scalability in sheep farming. The speaker discusses the intensified difficulties compared to ...
DIGGING DEEPER - From Footy Fields to Cattle Markets: A Conversation with Morgan Davies
03 Apr 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of Dig In Deeper, hosts welcome back special guest Morgan Davies, who discusses his latest endeavors including coaching ...
DIGGING DEEPER - Farming Secrets, Fertilisers and Success with Cam Nicholson
27 Mar 2025
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Send us a textIn this insightful discussion at the Gippsland Ag Centre, Cam and Al delve into the fundamentals of soil fertility and plant nutrition. ...
DIGGING DEEPER - Tackling Pinkeye and More with Vet Chelsea
20 Mar 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of Digging Deeper Ag Chats, Al welcomes back Dr. Chelsea, a seasoned large animal vet, to discuss the complex and often ...
DIGGING DEEPER - Soil Secrets and Farming Success with Trevor Caithness
13 Mar 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of Digging Deeper Ag Chats with Al, host Alister Micallef interviews Trevor Caithness, a renowned beef producer and crop...
DIGGING DEEPER - Understanding Livestock Markets: Monthly Update with Morgs
06 Mar 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of 'Digging Deeper', livestock manager Morgan Davies shares his extensive experience in the livestock industry...
DIGGING DEEPER - Better Feeding, Better Profit: A Rumenate Approach with Jess Revell
27 Feb 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode, host Alister Micallef discusses livestock nutrition with Jess Revell, an independent livestock nutritionist and founder...
DIGGING DEEPER - Introducing Vet Chelsea: A Spotlight on Pulpy Kidney
20 Feb 2025
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Send us a textIn this podcast episode, Chelsea from Herd Solutions shares her journey from growing up on a small farm to becoming a veterinarian. Che...
DIGGING DEEPER - Making Decisions During a Crisis featuring Mark Coleman
13 Feb 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode, we sit down with Mark Coleman, a well-known figure in the Wellington farming community, to discuss his journey managing...
Introducing 'DIGGING DEEPER - AG CHATS WITH AL'
27 Jan 2025
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Send us a textDigging Deeper is a podcast dedicated to farmers and rural communities, delivering timely and relevant information throughout the farmin...