WAS IT BETTER NOT KNOWING... OPENED UP A HUGE CAN OF WORMS!

[@swanerz211]

This is the best bit about farming the little bits that did up. Love it. Great effort Tom. Loving the growth and future of the farm.

[@MCMAHON1983]

Hi Tom, my girlfriend and I visited your farm Tuesday morning and couldn’t have been made to feel more welcome. We got there just in time to see you take some cows and big nige across the road. Both you and your dad spoke to us for a minute or two, which really enjoyed, thank you. What an absolute legend you are, and very down to earth, despite your KZbin fame. Thanks for waving us off in the taxi, loved it. Ps don’t forget to water your dads hanging baskets.

[@SmithyScotland]

This video was excellent, not just ok, excellent. We want full size smoke bombs though. Could listen to Stuart for hours.

[@TomPembertonFarmLife]

Thanks Pauls, still need to see how you comment before it’s live 🙈😂

[@jesusrangel4078]

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[@shannoneg2000]

@@TomPembertonFarmLife Great video! I'd love to see what suggestions you got and if you made any changes!

[@tacomas9602]

As a young lad with a dairy background in western NY , Stuart is awesome. Love this channel.

[@Beautifully_Flawed_Helen]

Another excellent and very informative blog Tom. Love how Stuart explains everything so well. I would love to watch the uncut version 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@Hill_Walker]

Leaning some pallets or anything up against the outside of the south facing tin walls to shade them might be a cheap temporary solution. Spraying some insulation on the roof, or even cheaper just painting the roof top and bottom sides white should help.

[@brendashelonko2149]

Was wondering if there were some relatively inexpensive short term mitigating actions like those mentioned above.

[@stuartandrews4344]

@@brendashelonko2149 Use Horticultural shade netting ( used in green houses, polytunnels) on poles on south facing tin walls.Netting can give 30% - 90% protection against sun rays depending on density & weight of netting.

[@barryandjackypowell8239]

We painted the asbestos sheeting roofs or our Angora rabbit hutches with white paint in South Africa - which were in shade anyway and it made a difference of a few degrees. Later we did the same for all roofing over our parrot aviaries as well as using microjet irrigation at the hottest time of the day to keep the roofs cool. The birds also appreciated the moisture, sitting out on perches and having a shower while preening. themselves

[@josephprice8000]

Tom, I hope everyone enjoys listening to Stewart as much as I do. He is great! I have always really enjoyed listening to the both of you. Very good information! Thank you

[@sallywaites8517]

Knowledge is key. If you know where your sheds are letting you down, you know what to work on. I think I speak for everyone when I say, we're all deeply impressed with what you have achieved so far.

[@davidfaulkner5423]

Learning a lot from these visits with Stuart, great to see your drive to better the care of the livestock and expand your knowledge.

[@cynthiamay3246]

A farm shop cafe makes perfect sense! The guests will enjoy staying longer and purchasing more products!! Love it for the future!

[@ksully6551]

I love it when he visits, it's so interesting, and he is honest, helpful and nonjudgmental.

[@deedaw9246]

It makes perfect sense Tom! I love that you are always trying to improve the farm for the animals! Keep up the fantastic work!

[@georgiapatrick5154]

Always love a Stuart video, so interesting seeing the different stats.

[@joannaquarton2366]

Tom you made my day watching this I love listening to you both talk about how to improve your areas and more excited about what the future is going to bring ❤️ great plans and fantastic ideas can not wait for the next one xx ❤️

[@TomPembertonFarmLife]

Thanks so much 😊

[@michaeljones5382]

This is a insight of the bigger issues the general public does not get to see. I buy my beef, milk etc...the overheads are immense great channel.

[@CrawfordsFarm1]

Get that cafe up 🤛🏽

[@markyoull6744]

stewart know his stuff great you keep trying to better life for the animals well done

[@jacobkay5670]

I didn't want it to end. I loved the 1st video with Stuart amd I loved this 1 the work he does is so interesting, and makes me think about my calf buildings. We 100% need a video of just the Ginger Guy and Stuart, anyone else think so?

[@TomPembertonFarmLife]

😊

[@stuartandrews4344]

Use Horticultural shade netting ( used in green houses, polytunnels) on poles on south facing tin walls.Netting can give 30% - 90% protection against sun rays depending on density & weight of netting.

[@wonderwend]

Ooh I do love a good episode with Stuart in it!

[@trevorjarvis3021]

That was excellent Tom, you can clearly see that 1) Stuart loves his job and 2) He is very good at what he does!

[@patpierce4854]

Agreed! Stuart shows with data, how to evaluate current conditions - and makes suggestions how to improve!

[@clairecpdxx8862]

I love these videos. Listening to Stuart is really interesting. Thank you Tom

[@philipkimber6302]

That was fascinating. Shows how much knowledge has increased in the last 50yrs. keep up the good work

[@bobbie-blu]

I could watch these types of videos for hours. So informative. 20mins isnt that long when the info is helpful to understanding the behind the scenes in farm management.

[@TomPembertonFarmLife]

Thank you so much, get worried some times 😊

[@thesloaneranger1]

Stuart must be protected at all costs! I could listen to him all day..... and Im only a publisher, not a farmer! lol!

[@TomPembertonFarmLife]

😊

[@gavwilliams8037]

Definitely do the cafe!!!! Can’t wait for the video for the new calf shed 😜

[@woodlily651]

Non farm person but I found this very interesting and informative. Like many have said they could listen to Stuart for hours. Simple explanations, experience and enthusiasm - kind of like listening to the Ginger talk about grass, slurry etc. A wealth of knowledge and desire to help people improve.

[@JustABit]

Love to see a café in that beautiful spot. A great project to follow and learn about that side of farm business. Farm to table… table now included. LOL

[@mattburton8334]

Strip the tin sheets off and replace with fibre cement which you could use again on the new shed when the cafe arrives. Wider ridge should help ventilation as well

[@timothystanleyjafo8503]

Hey there Tom Idea get a lazer temp unit they are cheep and them try moving your fans closer to the doors/windows and try blowing in and then out you will find a change in the barn with each setup.Cheers Mate.

[@hascottie]

Loved today's video, great to see what you do behind the scenes. Exciting to hear what you are doing in the future.

[@shkibeta]

Great video you sure know how to make them. It’s always fascinating listening to the experts. Even if I don’t own any cows myself.

[@murt4718]

So very informative. I love that you embrace technology to improve conditions for your livestock while keeping an eye on your future plans for expansion. You are constantly looking for new and better ways to run your farm. You are quite impressive!!!

[@richardbaker22]

Great video Tom I could listen and learn from Stuart all day long

[@TomBuskey]

I love that you are measuring the reality and using that to help your decisions. You now know exactly how many acres you mow, what the airflow is in your sheds and you can make better decisions for the future.

[@TheSarahlou]

Absolutely amazing video. The cafe definitely has to be where the calf shed is.

[@TomPembertonFarmLife]

Thankyou 😊

[@John-ng2vg]

Wow Tom, Stuart knows his job, I suppose in the real world with a new building etc it would be designed for purpose, but the buildings we built for the old school would need a bit of freshening up. You did good. Take care all the best.

[@andreawesson9856]

The video was terrific. Stuart was so informative, would be EASY to listen to him. Will you be doing something with the 1st calf she'd. Just worried about the little calves.💓

[@drooplug]

I would try some bright white paint on the outside of that tin. Do a section on the wall and roof and see how much a difference it makes.

[@ruairidhmunro]

Both you and Stuart are obviously passionate about the health of your cattle/calves. Given that the calf building may get replaced and you don't want to spend TOO much on it, it might be worth considering overcladding it (either with a single skiin + air gap or insulated metal sheet). An air gap would stop much of the heat being transferred to the inner surface nd radiated into the building. Would a simple ridge cover help the extract (putting a inverted 'v' over the ridge). Should stop wind bloing down into the the ridge and create a venture effect, 'sucking' air out as wind passes over the top.

[@Drmbydanrabbit]

Thanks for another awesome video Tom & being honest and frank Stuart sndto the Pemberton team for being brave to share even the side of farming where you know there is room for improvement even ones you might not be able to conquer straight away . And we Cannot wait to see what plans come out of this and how achievable you can make them!

[@bradsswinton]

I love it when Stuart is on, so really really interesting. Ty Tom g8 video as usual. 👍👍😎😎

[@russellpetrie119]

the ministry of agriculture were never keen on channels constantley cleaning them out and chuck the water outside of the building glad to see you have fans

[@beakacalek3765]

I knew air flow was important, but learned so much more from your video. Your doing such a good job at making your cows happier. When they are happy they give more milk. All in all, you have happy cows.

[@lorahhoe3112]

Awesome video. I love how you are up for learning new ways to improve the farm, health of the cows, and work more efficiently. A cafe would be so amazing. That spot would be an amazing location. Your vision of integrating the community into your farm through education, interaction, and recreation is a fantastic idea. We live in central Illinois but I hope to be able to bring the family out to the farm one day! The trip would be well worth it.

[@gauravdalal8143]

Hi Tom, I am from India watching your videos since last 3 years regularly. One suggestion for calf tin shed. Make a carpet of straw or hey or grass on the top of the Tin shed. U see temperature will drastically come.down. Carpet will act as insulation and works in winter summer both seasons. Do practical on some area of the tin shed.

[@terribelli9979]

Absolutely amazing how much you know about everything on the farm! Including the difference between a draft and fresh air. A great video with so much information. I really enjoyed listening to you and Stuart! And as others have said you have so many great ideas!! Thanks for another wonderful video.

[@samseekings5031]

Great video and great idea about a cafe 👌

[@warrenbaker2586]

It’s amazing how far science has come in the farming/milk producing industry. The first barn I milked in was a 3 story barn built in the 1800’s ( we think). Ventilation was a double door open where the cows went out during the summer. Now look at the things they look for! This was a great video.

[@thorpaigeboxerscockerspani9588]

How amazing is Stuart and his passion for making the lives of livestock so much better and working with you and what you have etc. super informative and could listen to him for hours!! Can’t wait for your dads thoughts on it all!!

[@paulawaldrep5286]

Don't worry about the length of the video. It's the information that counts!!!👍excellent 👌

[@TomPembertonFarmLife]

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[@Michael-8903]

14:39 What is most important cafe visitors or the farm's future.... the heifers 🤔

[@bobuncle8704]

I really like all this farm science. The cafe there would be great. It would give you and opportunity to improve the calf shed. Put wood sides on instead of the metal. Also, what about an exhaust fan on the AI shed?

[@ZeljkoSerdar]

I look forward to seeing Grasstec Group in the next farm video.

[@nancydenmark1614]

What an education we all learned from this video. It will be interesting to see what you may or may not do to mitigate the current situation without spending too much. Very good video.

[@rhoveen]

I would move the calf building as soon as you can. Imagine the people you could educate and would love to visit the farm. ❤❤❤

[@B4rberblacksheep]

Much like when you had Mr Waring on teaching us the fundamentals of good groundwork, I love listening to experts talk about 'boring' topics. They're so informative

[@TheBibitte]

Love the café idea!!!! I'm geeking out over the science Stuart is presenting. Fun!

[@GotAnUmbrella]

I'm glad you had the calf shed tested.

[@TomPembertonFarmLife]

😊

[@shammamurphy4172]

I’ve learned so much. I work at a horse barn and there’s no ventilation except for windows and in the winter it’s just all sealed up, I can’t wait to share this knowledge to see how we can improve things. Excellent video!

[@michaeldalbrun3639]

There is fibre filled spray coatings that you can apply to tin, some have very good insulating/reflecting properties. This keeps the heat conductivity low, which would help during winter, to keep heat in the shed.

[@chris_h606]

I would say it could be a cool concept to have the cafe combined with a new calf barn. That way people can see the calf’s thru a big glass window while they eat.

[@jimoviegirl]

Love this. So interesting for a non farmer like myself. Such pretty calfs too. Thanks for sharing and never worry your videos are too long. No such thing Xx

[@petefisk]

Stuart and GM un edited would make an epic episode, then add Wareings, at a pub. To create an epic calf shed with a cafe on top for even better views across the farm 😍🤑🤑

[@wareingbuildings]

We're game for that!

[@louisedaniell1212]

Would be a very long video!! 😉😉

[@solitairesmith3553]

THIS!!! IS AMAZING I LEARNED SOO MUCH

[@lisarobinson9024]

Fascinating, thank god there is ppl like stuart to do testing like this.

[@grenvillephillips6998]

I do like to listen to Stuart professor of cowology: I particularly liked the stuff about early pampering extending milk production.

[@jillbrison5177]

I agree, the views from that location would be amazing for a cafe. I'm in the US, so not likely to make it over to England any time soon. Though if I did, a cafe does sound lovely.

[@tomjohns8498]

Tom its heart warming seeing the care you have for your animals and one day when your o cafe is build you will be caring for your fans ❤️

[@ryangrider9607]

Very interested in an update, such as Stewart’s recommendations and corrective actions you actually implement. This will be invaluable to follow along with!

[@dmwalking]

Even flow, thoughts arrive like butterflies 🦋

[@brianmartin2071]

Tom, Brilliant video ! Could listen to Stuart all day a bit like your dad with loads of experience and their knowledge is excellent. All really interesting but something you wouldn’t expect a farmer to have to think about. Take care and stay safe 👍🏻

[@lydiafantin1095]

I love all this information, this type of video. Can't wait for the Ginger Guy to join you both and ask questions.🐄❤❤🐮

[@lauridsvolhj6678]

I find it super interesting, I can hopefully take some tips from Stuart and put it to work at my calf shed

[@codymoffatt1281]

Stewart was interesting to listen to. Great 📹🎥 video!

[@kevinjarman6930]

The markings on that calf at 1.05 is absolutely stunning.

[@farmerfuller87]

stuart a legend amazing video tom

[@scottkenyonteaching]

Amazing video such technical knowledge being shown . Good to see the difference from just sitting still and doing it the same way as you always have and learning and development new ways ..

[@ippaku]

More Stewart with the ginger guy and the questions love learning this even though I have nothing to do with it at all in my real life anymore. Have a great week be well e you

[@amitghosh3711]

Aha!😊Very valuable tips. I got to make some minor changes in my calf pen design😊😊👍👍👍

[@farmerboy351]

Could you make a second roof so lay some 2x4 across the roof then sheet it with white tin (if they make white tin) this would create an air gap and help keep the barn cooler.

[@teresabrewer2661]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 Isn't it great to see how much the farmer wants the best for their animals. Whether for milking or meat, they still want what's best for the animals in there care. Tom your a great young farmer, speeding ahead with the technology that is at hand for you

[@paulduncalf2756]

Really interesting listening to what your man had to say about about your sheds Tom a very knowledgeable bloke 👍

[@geofffletcher840]

What a great video, love to see that you always want to improve and not automatically reject suggestions , keeping an open mind. Great idea for a cafe there with views over the farm.

[@thetessellater9163]

Stuart is a very knowledgeable guy and really good at explaining his thoughts - amazing. Thanks to you both.

[@sondragill6739]

What interesting information! Love discovering what it takes for me to have dairy products. Thank you so much for all you do.

[@LisaVesander.Creative]

Perfect Tom, a cafe with a view, would be really great!

[@rebekahdaniell2012]

Good job dad ! Can’t wait to visit! Hopefully be there for the cafe opening!

[@lumpy1603]

What does Stuart think of exhaust fans? Seems like the 2nd building would benefit from 1.

[@andrewjones-productions]

It is very difficult to debate and provide a counter-argument with Stuart. Reason being is that he really, really knows his stuff and can explain why and better still, demonstrates it. He is also a pragmatist and whilst giving guidance on the ideal situation, acknowledges and recognises the constraints of circumstances and helps the farmer to get closer to the ideal environment. Stuart is exactly the type of expert you want to give you advice. I have a lot of time for Stuart and can easily see why Tom does too. Fantastic video.

[@caroldave4037]

Defo on cafe tom ive been to farm cafe derbyshire where wall of cafe had window that looked into cowshed kids loved it .... hope you win lottery🤣😉😉😉

[@Chris.starfleet]

This is the type of video I love. Technical stuff.

[@TomPembertonFarmLife]

Ahhh amazing! Cheers Chris’s 😊

[@dutchgram3799]

I find it interesting. Thank you for sharing this.

[@petergornall3866]

Really interesting topic, does that chap only deal with cattle buildings? We rear pullets from day old to POL and would love to pick his brains about ammonia levels and air circ in the sheds! Great video once again.

[@moreteavicaruk1958]

Fantastic video, really interesting, air movement is often underestimated with livestock, glad you guys are taking such a progressive attitude towards it all ( I use to work with poultry and it is key ) great work Mr Tom , fab job

[@robinvanrijn508]

Maybe it is a good idea to do it the same way as they do it in greenhouses, there they spray white chalk on the glas so the sun doesn’t burn the plants. The product I’m using in the garden is redusol. It will wash off by the rain and isn’t harmful for the nature around the building . Or put some wood on the inside of the shed against the wall and roof. Standing air is always the best isolator Keep up the good work, greetings from the Netherlands

[@billbollard3451]

The farm science is always interesting to me! I imagine you spoke off camera to Stuart and learned quite a bit, it must incredible to pick his brain.

[@eddlovatt]

Great video to show the importance of livestock housing and the calf building. I get where your coming from Tom with wanting to turn it into a farm café in the future for development but more importantly the livestock come first as you know it’s important happy calves happy farmer happy Tom 👍🏻🚜🐄

[@TomPembertonFarmLife]

Thabks Ed’s 😊

[@stevehall8661]

That’s the best blog I’ve watched in a while, Stuart’s the man in cattle husbandry. Thanks for a few tips on calf welfare ..

[@TomPembertonFarmLife]

Thanks Steve 😊

[@patpierce4854]

Excellent video! Collecting measurable data on your accommodations for the animals can help inform the decisions for their future care. Seeing the smoke bombs show clearly how the air moves - or doesn’t move - shows what needs to be addressed.