Designed for our Production Animal clients, Vet Services farmers podcast offers valuable insights, professional advice, and the latest updates in veterinary care for Hawkes Bay Farms.
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Hosted by Dave Warburton,
each episode brings you valuable insights, advice, and updates from professionals working closely with farmers every day.
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The Maternal Maker: Inside Hallmark Angus with Max Tweedie
What makes a great Angus cow — and how do you breed a herd that performs consistently in real-world farming conditions?
In this episode of the Vet Services Podcast, host Dave Warburton sits down with Max Tweedie of Hallmark Angus to talk about the breeding philosophy behind the stud and Max’s journey from starting with just four cows to building a programme now calving around 500 stud females.
Parasite Management with Simon Marshall
Are all drenches really the same? How much can a faecal egg count actually tell you? And how can new tools, including PCR testing and farm mapping technology, help farmers make smarter parasite management decisions?
Dave Warburton chats with Dr Tarryn Walker about everything you need to know when it comes to foaling. From preparing your mare for birth to recognising early warning signs and handling common complications, Tarryn shares practical real-world advice drawn from her years of experience in equine breeding across NZ and the UK.
Vet Services podcast host Dave Warburton sits down with Companion animal Vet Dr Kate Gainford to discuss companion animal nutrition
Dave Warburton chats with Simon Marshall about preparing ewes for breeding
Equine vet Dave Kruger joins host Dave Warburton to talk equine dentistry — what it involves, why it matters, and what horse owners should know about maintaining good dental health. A practical and informative discussion for anyone involved with horses.
Understanding Dairy Cow Subclinical Mastitis
Vet Services podcast host Dave Warburton sits down with Sarah Bird from Vet Services Dannevirke
Dave Warburton VSHB podcast host sits down with Kathryn Sigvertsen do discuss Endometritis
Setting up a Successful Calf Rearing
Vet Services podcast host Dave Warburton sits down with Reshika Foneska to discuss setting up a successful calf rearing
Vet Services vets Dave Warburton and Anyika Scotland sit down and discuss button drop and stag management this season
Dave Warburton and Harry Whiteside sit down and discuss what’s happening around Hawke’s Bay Farms this August
Managing Bloat without Capsules
In this episode Vet Services Podcast host Dave Warburton sits down with Production Animal Vet George Smith to discuss how to manage bloat without capsules this season
Dave Warburton and George Smith catch up and discuss the importance of understanding the pre lamb tool kit
VSHB podcast host Dave Warburton sits down with George Smith from our Waipukurau clinic to discuss what’s happening on local farms as we head into winter
Harry Whiteside and Dave Warburton discuss what’s happening on local farms this autumn. From acorn poisoning to cattle scanning results.
Vet Services podcast host Dave Warburton sits down to discuss laminitis in horses with vet Henry Yule.
Working Dog Performance: What is good nutrition and good housing?
Dave Warburton sits down with Vets Nicole and Tracey to discuss nutrition and housing for working dogs.
Getting Your Ewe Flock Prime For Tupping
Dave Warburton sits down with Simon Marshall to chat about getting your ewe flock prime for tupping
VetMail February
Dave Warburton and Harry Whiteside sit down and go over what’s happening on farm
Buzzing with Experts: Colin McKay on Fly Managment
Join our host, Dave Warburton, as he sits down with Colin McKay from Elanco to dive deep into everything fly-related. From the science behind fly control to the latest innovations in management, this episode brings insightful discussions and expert perspectives.
Spring Bloat in Cattle
Hosted by Dave Warburton and Kathryn Sigvertsen
Summer Crop Management
Join Dave Warburton and Harry Whiteside as they sit down and discuss summer crop management
Understanding Toxo and Campy: Vax Talk with Hamish Pike
Vet Services Dannevirke vet Simon Marshall sits down with Hamish Pike from MSD to discuss toxo and campy vax
Mitigating Pneumonia in Lambs
Dave Warburton and Harry Whiteside discuss mitigating pneumonia in lambs
Dairy Cow Non Cycler Programmes
More milk in the vat for the 2025/26 season requires a compact and front loaded mating period. Learn more about this from Kathryn Sigvertsen.
Have you considered Artificial Insemination in Beef Cows & Heifers?
Join Vet Services Hastings Vets Dave Warburton and Anyika Scotland while they discuss AI in beef cows and heifers.