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Parasites
Joint Ill
Schmallenberg
Scholars Programme
Derbyshire
Contagious Ovian Digital Dermatitis (COD)
Breed For Change
Kevin Harrison
Optiewe
Regenerative Agriculture
Profitability In Agriculture
Mastitis
Methane Emissions
No Bacz
Eid
United Kingdom
Exlanas
Nextgen Agri
Australia
Forage-Based System

Nerys Wright is an independent sheep consultant who loves talking about parasites and body condition score.Liz Genever is an independent sheep consultant who loves talking about grass, forage and soil, and body condition score.Together they are the sheep geeks. This podcast series launched October 2024. Liz and Nerys will be interviewing a range of sheep farmers, consultants, vets and academics fr... more

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Nerys finally gets her dream to talk about parasites for an entire episode. We answered submitted questions and talk through some of our client work. 

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Tom Bird farms with his dad in south Derbyshire. They run sheep and also have combinable crops. He is the current Farmers Weekly Sheep Farmer of the Year and also involved in the OptiEwe programme with Liz and Nerys.

He talks through his system of i... more

Jennifer Duncan is a Professor of Sheep Health and Welfare at University of Liverpool. She has been involved with a recent project exploring joint ill in young lambs in more details, and this podcast covers the main findings of that project. We also ... more

Anna and Ian Wilson are mixed farmers (sheep and combinable crops) from North Yorkshire, and Anna also works for the National Sheep Association. They talk about their experience of using No Bacz Navel as part of the trial we spoke to Fiona Lovatt abo... more

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Recent Guests

Tom Bird
Farms at Ferry Lane Farms, Derbyshire; Farmers Weekly Sheep Farmer of the Year; OptiEwe participant
Ferry Lane Farms / Tesco Sustainable Lamb Group; OptiEwe
Episode: Episode 19: Tom Bird talking about his high input, high output system and being FW Sheep Farmer of the Year
Jennifer Duncan
Professor of sheep health, University of Liverpool Vet School
University of Liverpool
Episode: Episode 18: PROFESSOR Jennifer Duncan talking about joint ill and its prevention and treatment
Anna Wilson
Technical Communications Officer, National Sheep Association; farmer with Ian Wilson
NSA
Episode: Episode 17: Anna and Ian Wilson talking about using technology to improve sheep performance
Ian Wilson
Farmer, co-owner with Anna; Scops member and Challenge Sheep alum
NSA (via Scops)
Episode: Episode 17: Anna and Ian Wilson talking about using technology to improve sheep performance
Kate Phillips
Independent sheep consultant, formerly ADAS and Harper Adams University
Independent sheep consultant
Episode: Episode 16: Kate Phillips and the impact she has had on the sheep industry
Harry Mofflett
Scholar participant, Regen Farm Advisor
Scholars Program
Episode: Episode 15: Christmas special with the East of England Agricultural Society
Amelia Roam
Farm Business Consultant, Anderson Centre
Anderson Centre
Episode: Episode 15: Christmas special with the East of England Agricultural Society
Richard Stanbury
Beef and sheep farmer on Exmoor edge, Devon
Owner/Operator, Devon farm
Episode: Episode 13: Talking to Richard Stanbury about his farming business and the importance of finding your support network
Matt Harding
Bentley Suffolk breeder, third generation in the business
Bentley Suffolk
Episode: Episode 12: Talking to Matt Harding about producing rams off forage and the importance of being nosy

Hosts

Nerys Wright
Host of The Sheep Geeks; Independent sheep consultant
Liz Genever
Co-host of The Sheep Geeks; Independent sheep consultant

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Great sheep chat! 🐑

    Really loving the episodes, especially hearing about research updates and the application of this on farm.

    Thanks so much for shouting about how great sheep work is!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Emily C-W
    United Kingdom3 months ago

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Great sheep chat! 🐑 Great for practical farm tips and updates.
Sponsors can expect a highly engaged, farming-focused audience.
Listeners value the mix of expert guests with approachable, on-farm stories.
Guests often highlight data-driven approaches and real-world results.
The show is consistently useful for farmers seeking actionable advice and industry context.

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Episode 20: Parasite Q&A with Nerys and Liz
Q: What is your most hated sheep parasite and why?
Responses vary by context, but both hosts acknowledge that liver fluke is particularly challenging due to its complex life cycle and diagnostic timing, though emphasis remains on tailoring decisions to the farm's specific situation.
Episode 10: Talking to Ben Strugnell about healthy and not so healthy sheep, plus the need for applied research
Q: What is the value of post-mortem work in understanding disease on farms?
Post-mortems provide concrete, case-based data that can reveal the true causes of death and health problems, informing targeted management changes rather than relying solely on theoretical assumptions.
Episode 11: Talking to Mark "Ferg" Ferguson about Optiewe and working with farmers
Q: Could you tell us a bit about yourself and what NextGen Agri is about?
Mark describes his background in sheep and cropping, education in Ag Science, and the formation of NextGen Agri to focus on genetics, management, and nutrition for sheep and cattle, with a global client base and an emphasis on practical on-farm work.
Episode 19: Tom Bird talking about his high input, high output system and being FW Sheep Farmer of the Year
Q: When do you weigh, draw, and market your lambs, and how has that fit your Tesco contract?
Lambs are weighed and drawn from late May to June, targeting around 20 kg carcass weight; the farm has participated in the Tesco contract for about a decade, appreciating the consistency and market access, though noting changes in value and paperwork over time.
Episode 19: Tom Bird talking about his high input, high output system and being FW Sheep Farmer of the Year
Q: Tell us about your farm and what makes your system high input and high output.
Tom Bird explains a mixed operation in the Trent Valley area, focusing on a high input, high output approach that relies on top-quality Texel and Ulam genetics, targeted feeding (silage, concentrates, and creep feed), and strategic use of sheds to manage lambing and market windows, all while balancing labor and arable components.

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A practical, farmer- and expert-led show that centers on sheep production, health, and business strategy. Across episodes, the hosts and guests explore tangible on-farm realities—from disease management and welfare to profitability, data-driven decisions, and grazing systems—often pairing technical insights with real-world anecdotes. Noteworthy is the regular involvement of independent sheep consultants, vets, and researchers, plus coverage of regenerative practices, genetics, and educational initiatives that aim to upskill farmers. The format consistently favors actionable takeaways, practical trials, and collaborative learning, making it useful for producers, advisers, and sponsors looking for grounded, industry-focused conversations.

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2. Jennifer Duncan
3. Anna Wilson
4. Ian Wilson
5. Kate Phillips
6. Harry Mofflett
7. Amelia Roam
8. Richard Stanbury

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