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The Fibre Frontier

by Dr Mark Ferguson

Welcome to The Fibre Frontier - a unique podcast navigating the intricate tapestry of Mohair and Cashmere goat production in Australia and around the globe. Whether you’re a seasoned producer, a fibre enthusiast, or just curious about sustainable textile innovation, this podcast is your gateway to the vibrant world of luxury fibres. Each episode unravels fascinating insights into the heritage, production, and application of Mohair and Cashmere, the diamonds of the textile industry. We traverse landscapes to explore diverse farming practices, sustainability efforts, and the latest innovations. Get up close with the nuances of Mohair and Cashmere production, delving deep into the histories, characteristics, and qualities that make these fibres the most sought-after in the world. Join us as we sit down with farmers, researchers, fashion designers, and industry experts, exchanging knowledge and experiences, and revealing the unseen facets of the industry. Discover the pione

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Episodes

  1. Youth Capability in the Mohair and Cashmere Industry with Courtney Nelson

    The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/ You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat...

  2. Adding an Angora enterprise and how Xavier Burton has managed it

    The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/ You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat...

  3. Inside Angora Goat Judging with Morgan Mrowka

    The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/ You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat...

  4. Comparison: Australia vs South Africa with Gary Willows

    The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/ You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat...

  5. The Essentials of Cashmere Farming in Australia

    The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/ You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat...

  6. Webinar Recording: Goat Grazing Essentials: Managing Angoras and Stocking Rates with Dr Bruce McGregor

    Listen to our latest webinar, Goat Grazing Essentials: Managing Angoras and Stocking Rates with Dr Bruce McGregor The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here -...

  7. Parasite management with Dr. Matthew Playford.

    The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/ You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat...

  8. Cashmere in NZ with David Shaw

    The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/ You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat...

  9. Managing nutrition in pregnancy and early lactation with Dr Mark Ferguson

    The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/ You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat...

  10. The ins and outs of farming Angora Goats in Australia with Grant Forsdick of AMMO

    The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/ You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat...

  11. The History and Future of Fibre Goats with Dr Andrew James

    The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/ You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat...

  12. Haemonchus contortus in goats with Marisa Wood

    The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/ You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat...

  13. The Potential in Goat Fibre with John Hornweg

    The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/ You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat...

  14. The Genetics of Fibre Goats with Mark Ferguson

    The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/ You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat...

  15. Goat Health with the Goat Vet Oz- Sandra Baxendell

    The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/ You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat...

  16. The impact of nutrition on mohair webinar recording with Bruce McGregor

    The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/ You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat...

  17. Dr Matt Playford, Veterinary parasitologist, Dawbuts

    The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/ You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat...

  18. Dr Mackie Hobson, South African Mohair Industry Veterinarian

    The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/ You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat...

  19. Dr Bruce McGregor, Animal fibre scientist, researcher and producer

    The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/ You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat...

  20. Integrating Angoras with Merinos- Dr Susan Robertson's story

    The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/ You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat...

  21. Luané le Roux, Professional Mohair Classer

    The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/ You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat...

  22. Pierre van der Vyver, House of Fibre

    The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/ You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat...

  23. Tim Ferguson, Mallee Park

    The Fibre Frontier is supported by AgriFutures Australia and the Goat Fibre Producers of Australia. Find more on AgriFutures Australia's Goat Fibre Program here - https://agrifutures.com.au/rural-industries/goat-fibre/ You can find related information and a world of likeminded people at the Goat...

  24. An introduction from your host, Mark Ferguson

    In our inaugural episode, Dr Mark Ferguson shares his journey from a young goat farmer to the CEO of neXtgen Agri. Mark, with his brother Tim, began farming Angora goats in 1989, learning from local breeders and innovators like Lois and Ian Roberts. This episode walks us through the highs and…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to The Fibre Frontier - a unique podcast navigating the intricate tapestry of Mohair and Cashmere goat production in Australia and around the globe. Whether you’re a seasoned producer, a fibre enthusiast, or just curious about sustainable textile innovation, this podcast is your gateway to the vibrant world of luxury fibres.

Each episode unravels fascinating insights into the heritage, production, and application of Mohair and Cashmere, the diamonds of the textile industry. We traverse landscapes to explore diverse farming practices, sustainability efforts, and the latest innovations. Get up close with the nuances of Mohair and Cashmere production, delving deep into the histories, characteristics, and qualities that make these fibres the most sought-after in the world. Join us as we sit down with farmers, researchers, fashion designers, and industry experts, exchanging knowledge and experiences, and revealing the unseen facets of the industry. Discover the pione

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