Roundwood cheviot farm
Insight into the life of a sheep farmer in wicklow
Episodes
45 episodes
S3 E9: Farm Life, Pet Lambs & Rugby Injuries | The Highs and Lows at Roundwood Cheviot Farm
Life on a sheep farm is never straightforward… we get into the real side of farm life, the highs, the lows, and everything in between.From the bond people build with pet lambs during lambing season, to the difficult realities farmers als...
S3 E8: Truck vs Jeep & Trailer | Is It Worth It? + RAM Update & Podcast News
In this episode on Roundwood Cheviot Farm, we sit down and talk through the real pros and cons of running a truck compared to a jeep and trailer setup.It’s something we’ve been weighing up for a long time on the farm, especially with the...
S3 E7: Is Social Media Helping or Hurting Farming?
In this episode of Roundwood Cheviot Farm, Michael discuss the rise of social media in farming and ask the big question…Has farming content become too focused on clicks, views, and likes?With more young people learning about agric...
S3 E6: The Secret Sauce to Surviving Lambing Season
Lambing season is one of the most intense and demanding times on the farm… and survival is the only goal some days.In this episode from Roundwood Cheviot Farm, we talk through the reality of getting through lambing, what works, what does...
S3 E5: The Growing Crisis in Large Animal Veterinary Care
In this important episode of the Roundwood Cheviot Farm Podcast, we discuss a topic that is becoming a serious concern for farmers across Ireland...the decline in large animal veterinary services in rural areas.For generations, local vet...
S3 E4: Hill Farming Positive: Pre-Lambing Prep, Finishing Lambs & Lessons from the Hill
In this episode from Roundwood Cheviot Farm, we’re keeping hill farming positive and practical. We chat through takeaways from a recent hill farming conference, the importance of dip collection and flock health, and how we’re finishing lambs th...
S3 E3: Forestry Chats, Winter Colds & Life on the Farm
This week on the Roundwood Cheviot Farm podcast, we’re catching up on all things farm life as winter ticks on. We chat about forestry and land use around the farm, the realities of managing ground and planning for the long term, and how it all ...
S3 E2: Sheep Farming in Crisis
In this episode, Michael and Evaine talk about settle back into routine after the holidays and what happened over Christmas period. They chat about how things have been feeling on farms lately and the pressure many farmers hav...
S3 E1: Thanks for Tuning In | Turning Scanning Results into a Positive
Thanks for tuning in throughout 2025. In this episode, we’re chatting through scanning results and how mindset plays a big part in moving forward positively. We also break down the pros and cons of lambing in December and share a few laughs alo...
S2 E26: Belclare Sheep | A Trip to Mayo & How They Can Boost a Farm Enterprise
In this podcast, I took a trip to Mayo to learn more about Belclare sheep and explore how they can have a positive impact on a farm enterprise. We discuss the good, the challenges, and where Belclares can fit into a practical sheep farming syst...
S2 E25: The Highs, the Lows & Everything In Between – A Conversation with Cathal O’Brien
In this episode, Michael sits down with Cathal O’Brien in Carnew to talk honestly about life in sheep farming.From the early mornings and long days to the setbacks, pressures, and the moments that make it all worthwhile, Cathal shares hi...
S2 E24: Getting Ready for Winter: Sheep Care Chat
In this episode, Michael had a good chat today about the joys of winter prep with sheep — everything from getting prescriptions for doses from the vet, to the “blue thing” situation up North in Northern Ireland, and of course lambing seas...
S2 E23: Inside the Dorset World: Samantha Ginty on Sheep, Tunnels & The Ploughing Championship
Short, punchy, natural — farming audience friendly.In this episode, I’m on the road to visit Samantha Ginty, a respected Dorset breeder and the woman behind the hard-working team that runs the Sheep Tunnel at the National Ploughing Cham...
S2 E22: Rugby Rivalries, Suffolk Sales & Stepping Back from Socials
This week we cover a bit of everything, from the Munster v Leinster clash and the lessons in rugby coaching for kids, to taking a well-needed week off social media. Plus, we share all about our trip to the Suffolk sale and the fantastic experie...
S2 E21: Scanning, Sales & Season’s End: Reflections from the Hill
In this episode from Roundwood Cheviot Farm, we dive into the heart of the season, from scanning to ewe and ram sales, and everything that’s been happening on the hill. We talk about flock performance, lambing prep, and the realities of managin...
S2 E20: Load of Stone, Good Chat & Ram Talk – A Bit of Everything on the Farm
It’s a busy one on Roundwood Cheviot Farm this week — a load of stone gets delivered for the yard, there’s a bit of positive mental health chat between jobs, and of course, some ram talk (because what’s a day on the farm without it?).We ...
S2 E19: Teasers, Tipping & Farmyard Chats – Preparing for Breeding Season
In this episode, Michael and Evaine take listeners behind the scenes at Roundwood Cheviot Farm as breeding season approaches. From getting the shed ready and spreading dung, to preparing teasers and tipping rams, it’s all hands on deck. Evaine ...
S2 E18: Farm Life Updates: Mineral Bowls, Shows & Evain’s YouTube Journey
In this episode of Roundwood Cheviot Farm, we dive into the essentials of pre-tipping preparation – from why we give mineral bowls, to the benefits they bring for flock health and breeding success.We’ll also chat about the Coolbreeder S...
S2 E17: From Fleece to Fibre: Michael & Evaine Learn Wool Processing in Galway with Linda – Hand Washing, Carding Batts & Rolags
Join Michael and Evaine from Roundwood Cheviot Farm as they visit Linda in Galway for a hands-on day learning the art of working with sheep fleece. From hand-washing raw wool to transforming it into soft batts with the drum carder and delicate ...
S2 E16: Thank You, Tullamore & What’s Ahead at Roundwood Cheviot Farm
In this episode, Michael takes a moment to say a big thank you – to our recent guests, to everyone we met at the Tullamore Show, and to all who’ve supported Roundwood Cheviot Farm so far. We give a special shout-out to fellow farm...
S2 E15 - All Things Macra with Gillian Murphy
In this episode, we sit down with Gillian Murphy to dive into all things Macra na Feirme – the community, the opportunities, and the impact it has on young farmers across Ireland. Gillian shares her personal journey, the bene...
S2 E14 - Hay, Auctions & ESB Saws – Real Farm Talk This Summer
This episode dives into the rhythm of rural life in Ireland – from the sound of hay being drawn to the unexpected arrival of the ESB cutting trees. We talk all things silage, weaning calves, and even touch on the timed auction ...
S2 E13 - Farm Files: Weaning Lambs, Silage Plans & Show Season Stories
It’s been a full-on week here on the farm! In this episode, I’m chatting through the weaning process with the lambs and how they’ve taken to it (or not...), getting organised for the next round of silage, and a few behind-the-scenes moments as ...
S2 E12 - Summer Shows, Farm Updates & Your Questions Answered
In this episode of Roundwood Cheviot Farm, we’re catching you up on everything happening on the ground right now — from prepping the flock to updates on what’s growing (and what’s not) this summer. We’re also talking ag shows: what’s c...
S2 E11 - Silage, Shows & Sorting Lambs: What’s Next on the Farm?
In this episode, we’re diving into all things silage season - from managing farm waste to making the most of every bale. We revisit our chat on pet lambs from the previous episode and share a few updates from the field. Plus, we r...