DIGGING DEEPER - AG CHATS WITH AL

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 life. The couple recently participated in the Gippsland Stud Merino Breeders ram sale, achieving remarkable success with an impressive clearance rate and top price ram. They share the history of their farm and their journey in sheep breeding, including their unique approach to maintaining quality genetics and dealing with challenges like drought, wildfires, and wild dogs. The episode also touches on personal anecdotes, such as a significant injury Kelvin endured and how they have adapted their farm operations over time to improve safety and efficiency. This episode offers a blend of personal stories and professional advice, highlighting the resilience and dedication required in the farming industry.00:00 Introduction and Special Guests00:53 Recap of the Gippsland Sheep Breeders Association Ram Sale02:49 Top Price Ram and Client Success05:15 Background of Jackie and Kelvin Penas09:51 Starting the Farm and Early Challenges10:41 Expansion and Diversification of the Farm13:17 Drought Challenges and Hay Storage18:57 Establishing the Panara Stud27:45 Introduction to Gibson Ag's New Venue27:57 Success and Feedback from the New Venue29:28 Challenges and Solutions in Sheep Farming29:45 The Impact of Yoni's Disease32:56 Vaccination Practices and Challenges35:55 Wild Dogs and Electric Fencing39:57 Bushfire Experiences and Preparations47:48 A Close Call in the Yards54:43 Family Stories and Reflections56:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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3ª PARTE | 17 DIC 2025 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

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El Partidazo de COPE

13:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

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12:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

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01 Jan 1970

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12:00H | 20 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

01 Jan 1970

Fin de Semana

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DIGGING DEEPER - AG CHATS WITH AL

DIGGING DEEPER - Rams, Risks & Resilience: A Journey with the Pendergasts

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3ª PARTE | 17 DIC 2025 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

13:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

12:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

10:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

13:00H | 20 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

12:00H | 20 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

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