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Welcome to Stock Talk, bringing you all the latest news and advice for livestock producers. Each month, livestock specialists will discuss current issues, opportunities and options for producers. Scotland’s Farm Advisory Service is funded by the Scottish Government. Our podcast covers a range of topics which help support your farm or croft to be more profitable and sustainable.

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Welcome to Stock Talk. In this episode James is joined by Alice Lennox from the Rare Breed Survival Trust (RBST). Alice tells us all about what the RBST does and gave us some insight to some of the rare breeds on the ‘at risk’ watchlist. Alice and Ja... more

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Welcome to Stock Talk. In this episode James is joined by Dick Playfair from the Venison Advisory Service and Janet Keith from Tullynessle Deer Farm. Dick gives us a market overview of venison, tells us about how the wild deer cull influences deer fa... more

Welcome to Stock Talk. In this episode James is joined by SRUC Veterinary Investigation Officer Kythe Mackenzie, and farmers Ewan Runciman and Scott Fraser. Today we're looking at one of the most important management practices carried out on sheep fa... more

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Welcome to Stock Talk. In this episode James is joined by David Speller from OptiFarm. David is a poultry farmer who had lots of data and not enough time to analyse it. David will tell us about the AI tool he developed to help him make better informe... more

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Recent Guests

Alice Lennox
Representative of the Rare Breed Survival Trust (RBST)
Rare Breed Survival Trust (RBST)
Episode: The Role of Rare Breeds in our Industry
Dick Playfair
Director of the Venison Advisory Service
Venison Advisory Service
Episode: Venison Market Outlook & Tullynessle Deer Farm
Kythe Mackenzie
Veterinary Investigation Officer from SRUC
SRUC
Episode: Changing the Mark: New Technology in Lamb Marking
Ewan Runciman
Sheep farmer from Huntington Farm
Huntington Farm, Scottish Borders
Episode: Changing the Mark: New Technology in Lamb Marking
Scott Fraser
Sheep farmer
Concail Farm, Inverness area
Episode: Changing the Mark: New Technology in Lamb Marking
David Speller
Founder of OptiFarm, poultry farmer turned AI entrepreneur
OptiFarm
Episode: The Use Of AI In Poultry
James Orr
Agricultural consultant
SAC Consulting
Episode: James Orr – Stock Talk Handover
Gordon Whiteford
Owner-operator of Lower Mill of Tynet Farm; diversified livestock entrepreneur
Lower Mill of Tynet Farm
Episode: Gordon Whiteford - Lower Mill of Tynet Farm
Basil Lowman
Veteran beef industry professional; long-time SAC employee and researcher
SAC (Scottish Agricultural College) / SAC
Episode: Basil Lowman – 55 years of Driving the Beef Industry Forward and Pioneering New Ideas

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James Orr
Agricultural consultant with practical livestock experience; hosts and contributes expert insights on farm management and advisory services.
Kirsten Williams
Host with a background in farm advisory services; frequently collaborates with Stock Talk and industry stakeholders to cover practical farming topics and regional issues.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 3 ratings
  • Varied and interesting

    A really interesting range of speakers and topics. Particularly enjoyed the sheep worrying episode with Cammy from the sheep game. A must listen for anyone in the livestock industry

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    Eco worrier
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Great practical farmer-focused episodes with actionable takeaways.
Varied and interesting: a really interesting range of speakers and topics.
Strong on welfare tech and real-world farm applications across livestock sectors.

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The Role of Rare Breeds in our Industry
Q: What support does RBST provide to new entrants interested in keeping rare breeds?
RBST can source breeding stock, connect new entrants with breed societies, offer guidance on shows and breeding lineages, help avoid close genetic links, and provide access to a broader RBST network for meetups and community support.
The Role of Rare Breeds in our Industry
Q: Are rare breeds commercially viable, and can you share examples?
Yes, several native breeds have viable commercial futures; examples include White Park beef from RBST-connected butchers and several sheep and cattle breeds that perform well with proper breeding lines and market access.
The Role of Rare Breeds in our Industry
Q: Can you give us some examples of what breeds the RBST is currently working on?
RBST monitors breeds through watchlists categorized as rare priority, at risk, and other native breeds, with ongoing campaigns and breeding programs to prevent extinction and to promote commercial viability through markets and education.
Venison Market Outlook & Tullynessle Deer Farm
Q: What advice would you give producers who are already in the sector?
Focus on improving market security by diversifying channels, invest in processing capabilities to control quality and delivery, and actively promote venison through education and direct engagement with consumers.
Venison Market Outlook & Tullynessle Deer Farm
Q: What would you recommend to a farmer considering deer farming?
Do due diligence, acknowledge rising costs especially fencing, and recognize market uncertainty; for those already in the sector, treat it like a stock market investment and consider diversification beyond a single outlet, exploring local processing and direct-to-consumer opportunities.

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Livestock-focused discussions mix market dynamics, welfare-enabled farming technologies, and practical farm management insights. Episodes frequently center on deer and venison markets, lamb marking technology, AI in poultry, and broader agri-tech adoption, often featuring practical farmer perspectives alongside researchers, advisors, and industry leaders. The show tends to highlight real-world constraints, policy signals, and innovation pathways that help farmers improve profitability, animal welfare, and sustainability. A notable strength is the blend of hands-on farm experience with tech-enabled solutions, regional market context, and actionable takeaways for producers and service providers alike.

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1. Alice Lennox
2. Dick Playfair
3. Kythe Mackenzie
4. Ewan Runciman
5. Scott Fraser
6. David Speller
7. James Orr
8. Gordon Whiteford

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