Stuart Young - Founder of Stuart Young Veterinary Services, Former WCLA Chairman, Director at Mount Vets

Episode 18 – All Creatures Great and Small

In this episode of CMC Talks, we’re joined by Stuart Young, retired farm vet and rugby fan for an open and honest discussion about farm life, the changes seen in the veterinary world over recent times and the need to encourage and support hands-on training & young entrant development.

Stuart has spent decades improving poultry health and farm knowledge across the South West, former West Country Layers Association (WCLA) Chairman and is an avid Cullompton RFC supporter and volunteer.

We explore:

How Stuart developed a lifelong interest for farming and how he progressed through his career as a farm vet
The need for a positive mentor to develop and guide new entrants
The importance of a supportive and understanding partner
The benefits of a work hard/play hard mantra in life

A gentle walk through a successful and lengthy career offering valuable snippets to challenge us to take a risk and make the most of our opportunities.

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