Listen "Sam Parsons, Balcaskie Estate"
Episode Synopsis
In this podcast we hear from Sam Parsons from Balcaskie. He talks about the organic farming system and the use of regenerative agriculture practices at Balcaskie and how it has helped reduce costs. He also talks about meat eating quality in their choice of cattle as they sell their beef direct to customers through the butchery. They are using Lincoln Red bulls across the herd. Sam talks about the challenges he has faced with changing his system from 6-7 months winter housing cattle to outwintering them most of the year. He also discussed with Robert the importance of young people coming into the industry. You can contact Sam by emailing [email protected] Related FAS ResourcesStock Talk - James Biggar & Lorna Galloway | Information helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service
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