Best Agrii Podcasts (2024)

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A Balancing Act: Crop Nutrition and Climate Variability 20:00

9d ago20:00

20:00

Today we are going to be talking with Agrii crop input specialist Tom Perrott, and Scott Garnett, R&D agronomist for ICL Fertilizers. This episode will ask if crop nutrition can be even more effective in light of increasingly unpredictable weather patterns, and if Polysulphate can bring real agronomic benefits for arable crops whilst meeting new en…

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Live from Cereals: Reflect, Adjust and Plan: How to Prepare for Autumn Sowing 20:00

9d ago20:00

20:00

Today we are recording live from Cereals 2024 at Newnham Farm in Hertfordshire. We are going to be talking with Agrii seed technical manager John Miles, crop input specialist and farm saved seed coordinator Gavin Taylor, and crop input specialist and seed specialist Rob Stuart. This episode will explore what key learnings have been made during the …

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Sir Mark Spencer of the Conservative Party - "Election Policies of the Conservatives for Agriculture & Farming" 39:36

21d ago39:36

39:36

Find out about the Conservatives plans for agriculture and farming before the next General Election, with our special guest, Sir Mark Spencer, the Minister of State in the Department for Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs. Hear firsthand how Mark's upbringing on a dairy farm shaped his journey into politics and led to his recent recognition as a …

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Live from Readyhedge: Perfecting and Protecting Ornamental Crops 20:00

23d ago20:00

20:00

Today we are going to be talking with Agrii horticultural agronomists Jason Steels, Jonathan Garratt and Matt Greep, and growers Simon and Toby Williamson from Readyhedge in South Worcestershire. This episode will explore what production techniques and technologies are required to grow ornamental crops, and what are the challenges involved in carin…

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Dan Boatright-Greene of the Liberal Democrats – 'The Policies of the Liberal Democrats in Agriculture & Farming' 35:01

28d ago35:01

35:01

Dan Boatright-Greene, the Liberal Democrat candidate for West Worcestershire, takes us on a remarkable journey from his roots in archaeology and geology to his current political ambitions. Inspired by his military family background and a deep commitment to community service, Dan shares his story of overcoming challenges to make a real impact as bot…

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AgriCulture Live with Tess Howe of TIAH - “Skills Needed for the Future of Farming and Attracting Gen Z to Agriculture” 34:41

1M ago34:41

34:41

Curious about the future of farming and how the industry is adapting to modern workforce needs? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Tess Howe, Head of Partnerships and Policy at The Institute for Agriculture and Horticulture (TIAH). Discover Tess's inspiring journey and learn how TIAH is revolutionizing training for farmers, focusing on k…

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Seeds of Influence: Exploring Leadership in Agriculture with Christine Tacon 20:00

2M ago20:00

20:00

Today we are going to be talking with Christine Tacon. The focus of today is all about leadership in agriculture; what does that mean for you and your farm business and why is it so important now and in the future. This episode also marks the first of Season 4! Find out more about the Agri Leadership Week here https://tiah.org/agrileadership-week T…

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Agri-Tech's New Frontier The Sky-High Potential of Drones in Farming 26:52

2M ago26:52

26:52

Discover the future of farming as Edwin Nicholls from DroneAg joins us to unravel the transformative role of drones in agriculture. Get ready to embark on a fascinating journey through Edwin's personal pathway into agri-tech, as he reveals the cutting-edge software that's catapulting farmers into a new era of data-driven decision making. We'll navi…

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Should I grow OSR this Autumn? 20:00

2M ago20:00

20:00

Today we are going to be talking to Agrii’s David Leaper, seed technical specialist and Tim Horton, technical manager for combinable crops. With ongoing concerns about the reliability of OSR, the question we ask today is should I be growing OSR this autumn? Where does the crop fit and how can it contribute to your farms arable output? This is the f…

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AgriCulture Live Episode 10 with John Giles of Promar International - "Issues Affecting the UK Agri-Food Market" 41:40

2M ago41:40

41:40

Venture into the dynamic world of agri-food markets with the guidance of John Giles, a seasoned expert at Promar International. Our latest episode brings to light the transformative shifts in UK agriculture through John's lens, as he draws upon his rich experiences across 60 nations and deep involvement in agricultural commodities. From the omnipre…

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AgriCulture Live Episode 9 with guest Owen Atkinson - "Are Cows Ruining the Planet?" 36:50

3M ago36:50

36:50

Join us as we explore the transformative landscape of dairy farming with Owen Atkinson, the mastermind behind Dairy Veterinary Consultancy Limited. Owen, a dairy vet with a knack for innovation, shares his journey from a farm-bred scientist to an RCVS specialist, and how this path has fuelled his commitment to revolutionizing dairy cattle health. W…

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Repairing Soil Structure to Optimise Autumn Establishment 20:00

3M ago20:00

20:00

Today we are going to be talking with Agrii's Todd Jex, agronomist and technical advisor and George Fraser, farmer and contractor of A & R Fraser in Dorset. In light of the difficult weather conditions that farmers have been facing in recent times, in this episode we are going to explore repairing soil structure to optimise autumn establishment. To…

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AgriCulture Live Episode 8 with guest Jack Potter from Wild Capital - "Biodiversity, Net Gain and Nutrient Neutrality" 37:49

3M ago37:49

37:49

AgriCulture Live Episode 8 with guest Jack Potter from Wild Capital - "Biodiversity, Net Gain and Nutrient Neutrality" Embark on an enlightening journey with Jack Potter from Wild Capital, where we navigate the verdant pathways of biodiversity, net gain, and nutrient neutrality. Jack's transition from his roots in farming to a beacon of conservatio…

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Spring Soil Recovery: Exploring Sampling and Nutrient Management for Winter-Damaged Soils 20:00

3M ago20:00

20:00

Today we are going to be talking with RHIZA’s Jon Greenman, commercial manager and Saul Creed, crop inputs specialist. We are going to be asking if soil sampling and nutrient management plans can help farmers and agronomists navigate the uncertainties in a challenging spring and make the most of the opportunities that SFI can bring now and in the f…

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AgriCulture Live Episode 7 with guest Alex Hardie from Harper Adams University - "Attracting New Talent Into Agriculture" 44:07

4M ago44:07

44:07

Embark on a journey into the heart of "Attracting New Talent Into Agriculture" with Rebekah Shields of Agricultural Recruitment Specialists, and our distinguished guest Alex Hardie from the School of Sustainable Food and Farming at Harper Adams University. Together, we uncover the university's pivotal role in nurturing a new wave of agri-profession…

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The Reality of SFI 30:00

4M ago30:00

30:00

In this episode, we are talking with Agrii’s Adam Simper, national grass, roots and environmental seeds manager and Simon Hobbs, cover crop, environmental and wildflower specialist. Today we will be exploring SFI options available for both livestock and arable farmers this season and considering what growers need to know in order to make the right …

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AgriCulture Live Episode 6 with guest & Nuffield Scholar - Andrew Sincock from Agriton - “Low Input Farming Systems” 44:22

4M ago44:22

44:22

Explore the fusion of tradition and innovation in agriculture with Cornish farmer and agricultural director Andrew Sincock, our distinguished guest who brings his wealth of experience as a Nuffield Scholar to the table. We traverse the globe through Andrew's eyes, gaining insights into sustainable farming practices and the crucial exchange of knowl…

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Fueling Growth with Liquid Fertiliser 20:00

4M ago20:00

20:00

In this episode we are talking with Nick Bumford, farms director at Guiting Manor Farms ltd and Rob Willey national fertiliser commercial manager at Agrii. Today we are going to explore and understand the benefit of liquid fertilisers for improving crop performance and the performance of the farm business. Also, can liquid fertilisers help us balan…

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AgriCulture Live #5 with special guest Amy Watkins from Agrii - “The Importance of Sustainability in Agriculture” 29:36

4M ago29:36

29:36

🌿🌾 Join Us for AgriCulture Live - Episode Five with Amy Watkins Gear up for an inspiring session of our LinkedIn Live series, AgriCulture Live, where we delve into sustainable practices within the food supply chain! Special Guest: Amy Watkins, a passionate advocate for sustainability at Agrii We are proud to welcome Amy Watkins to share her insight…

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Live on Farm: Walking Fields of Gold in Cornwall 20:00

4M ago20:00

20:00

Today we are going to be talking with Robert Stacey managing director of Rowe Farming here in Cornwall and Mike Dray, Agrii agronomist. Today we are going to be exploring the crop of daffodils, growing both for the cut market and also bulb market, understanding what it takes to get that produce to market, also the intricacies, the complexities and …

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Farming for the Future: The Carbon-Cutting Potential of Incorporating Pulses and Legumes 20:00

4M ago20:00

20:00

Today we’re going to be talking with Lucy Cottingham, Agrii UK digital agronomy manager, Steve Portas agronomist and Northern technical advisor and Josh Murphy, RHIZA product manager. Agriculture is a very significant emitter of CO2 and today we are going to be talking about an innovative project called Nitrogen Climate Smart, which aims to bring a…

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AgriCulture Live Episode 2 with guest Mark Scott from Savills - "The Shortage of New Entrants into the Agricultural Sector" 35:00

5M ago35:00

35:00

🌾🚀 AgriCulture Live - Episode Two A not-to-be-missed episode of our LinkedIn Live series, AgriCulture Live, where we explore the dynamic world of agricultural recruitment and talent management! 🌟 Featuring Special Guest: Mark Scott 🌟 Join us as we welcome Mark Scott, a distinguished expert in HR and recruitment with a decade of experience shaping t…

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AgriCulture Live - Episode 1 with Mike Panteli from Engage Crop Solutions - “The Challenges of Climate Change on Agriculture”. 20:20

5M ago20:20

20:20

AgriCulture Live - Episode One Join us for the inaugural episode of our new LinkedIn Live series, AgriCulture Live, where we dive deep into the world of agricultural innovation and expertise! 🌟 Special Guest: Michael Panteli In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome Mike Panteli, a seasoned finance expert with over two decades of experience, large…

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AgriCulture Live Episode 4 with guest Ciarán Murphy from DeLaval - " The Role of AI in the Dairy Industry and What it Means for the Future of Farming" 32:41

5M ago32:41

32:41

🐄💡 Tune in to AgriCulture Live - Episode Four with Ciarán Murphy Prepare to dive deep into the heart of dairy farming innovation on our next session of AgriCulture Live! 🌟 Featuring Guest: Ciarán Murphy, Sales Territory Manager UK & IRL at DeLaval 🌟 We're excited to host Ciarán Murphy, a dedicated professional with expertise in purchasing, stock co…

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AgriCulture Live - Episode 3 with guest Stuart Dennis of BK Grain Handling Engineers - "Attracting Agricultural Engineers to the Sector" 31:41

5M ago31:41

31:41

🌾🔧 AgriCulture Live - Episode Three with Stuart Dennis of BK Grain Handling Engineers Get ready for an insightful exploration into the world of agricultural engineering in our episode of AgriCulture Live! 🌟 Special Guest: Stuart Dennis of BK Grain Handling Engineers We're thrilled to welcome Stuart Dennis, an experienced Health and Safety Advisor w…

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Check Your Bits and Bobs 20:00

5M ago20:00

20:00

Today we are talking with Petra Martin, group head of health and safety and Billy Hosdell, agronomist at Agrii. While we care for our animals and crops and the people around us, do we look after ourselves? We ask what are some of the key health risks and what can we learn from those who have real life experiences to share? We are giving every liste…

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Managing Wet Winter-Worn Soils for Performance and Profit 20:00

5M ago20:00

20:00

Today we are going to be talking with David Purdy, territory business manager in East of England for John Deere and Steve Corbett, trials manager at Agrii. With a backdrop of a very wet winter; where some fields need re drilling and in other fields, we need to establish a spring crop. But how do we approach soils this spring to maximise crop perfor…

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Seeds of Change: Will Evans on the Power of Diversity in Farming 20:00

5M ago20:00

20:00

Today we are going to be talking with Will Evans, who was the chair of the 2024 Oxford Farming Conference. We are going to be asking Will about the key theme at this this years conference 'the power of diversity', what does that mean and what are the key challenges for our people, our farm businesses and the wider industry. To hear Will's opening s…

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Tramlines 2023 Wrapped: Key Podcast Takeaways for 2024 20:00

6M ago20:00

20:00

With over 27k downloads and 75 episodes available to download, today we are going to look back over some of the top ranking podcasts from the past three seasons. What were they, what were some of their most interesting moments and which was our favourite? Revisit three key podcasts and their take-homes for 2024: Striking a Healthy Balance with Spri…

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Seed Select: Unearthing Top Varieties for Autumn 30:00

7M ago30:00

30:00

Today, we're going to hear from Agrii's Rodger Shirreff, national seed business manager, John Miles, seed technical manager, and David Leaper seed technical specialist. With the launch of the new recommended list for cereals and oilseed rape, we're going to look into what's new and what does this mean for seed availability and the grower? View Seed…

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Farming With Pride 20:00

7M ago20:00

20:00

Today we are going to be talking farming with pride with Mike Wilkins, farm manager and Emily Brown, NFU county adviser. How open to diversity is our farming industry, why is that so important, what does that mean for so many and what can we do to make a difference? Join the conversation with Agrespect, the global LGBTQ+ farmers network, encouragin…

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Enhancing Agronomic Decisions with Technology 20:00

8M ago20:00

20:00

In this episode we are going to be talking about digital innovation, and look at what could be the benefit of integrating these technologies into our farming. Also talking us through an exciting new project at Agrii we are joined by Jonathan Trotter, Technology Trials Manager and Lucy Cottingham, UK Digital Agronomy Development Manager. View Seed S…

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Varietal Visions: National Trials and Growing Season Insights 20:00

8M ago20:00

20:00

Today we are going to hear from some of Agrii’s iFarms around the U.K. to find out more about this years headline results and learnings going forward for 2024. In this podcast, we start with a national overview from Agrii’s seed technical manager John Miles... The Harvest 2023 iFarm Results Report is now available here. Enclosed in this year’s repo…

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Harvest 23 Wrapped with a World Record Champion 20:00

9M ago20:00

20:00

Today we are talking to Rod Smith, who farms in Northumberland, and Agrii agronomist Sam Brand. Having achieved a world record yield in 2015, Rod talks about what limits yield, how changes in farming techniques impacts crop potential and what he has learned and changed on his farm ready he hopes to achieve another breaking yield. Jump back to Harve…

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Optimising OSR Autumn Canopies 20:00

9M ago20:00

20:00

Today we are talking to Agrii's Mark Glover, product manager for biologicals, adjuvants and micronutrition and Tim Horton, technical manager for combinable crops. Today we’re going to focus in on OSR and examine some of the early season challenges with some novel solutions. Read an article from Agrii's David Leaper, Seed Technical Manager, on an Ei…

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Time to Start Carbon Auditing? 20:00

10M ago20:00

20:00

Today we are talking to Freya Morgan who farms near Huntingdon and Jo Bell, agronomist at Agrii. Reducing the farm carbon footprint, why is that important, where do we start, what is right from your farm, what can we learn from others and crucially is there a benefit when it comes to crop productivity and the farm business. Are you looking for a ne…

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Post-Harvest Farm Clean Up: How Green is your Farm? 20:00

10M ago20:00

20:00

Today, we are talking to Amy Watkins, sustainability manager at Agrii, and Joe Farmer, project coordinator of the Green Tractor Scheme. So why is it important to recycle farm plastic waste? What is the aim of the new Green Tractor Scheme and does this initiative help not only the environment but your farm business too. Agrii customers are able to c…

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The True Cost of Farmland Habitat Delivery 20:00

11M ago20:00

20:00

In this episode, we are talking to Marek Nowakowski, Ecologist, Wildlife Expert and Consultant at Agrii and Paul Pickford Farm Business Consultant. Establishing farm habitats is a real focus for farmers, today we are going to examine the real cost and benefit. How can we balance the financial return with the cost of establishment, and ensure that c…

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Coping with Loneliness and Isolation in Farming 20:00

11M ago20:00

20:00

In this episode, we are talking to Petra Martin, head of health and safety at Agrii, Alex Phillimore head of communications and development at FCN and Sam Bailey, Agrii agronomist and farmer. Today, we’re going to talk about loneliness and isolation. What are the causes? What are the effects and what can we do to combat this within the agricultural…

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Fert Market Update: Managing the Price Spike 20:00

12M ago20:00

20:00

Today we are talking to Agrii's Tom Land, fertiliser technical manager and Josh Pratt, fertiliser product manager. Mitigating risk and managing opportunity with fertiliser - how can we do that when input costs and output prices can be so changeable, combined with the challenges of growing a crop. Learn more about our Agrii-Start fertiliser range, i…

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Groundswell Session: Can you have too Much Organic Matter? 20:00

12M ago20:00

20:00

Today, we are at Groundswell 2023, here in Hertfordshire and we're joined by Amy Watkins, sustainability manager and Steve Corbett trials manager at Agrii, Simon Weaving from Weaving Machinery and Oliver Harris who farms in Dorset. A key topic of discussion here today is around organic matter. Why is it so important, what are we trying to achieve a…

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The Future of Fueling your Farm Machinery 20:00

1y ago20:00

20:00

In this episode we are talking to Richard Anthony of R&L Anthony Farms near Bridgend in South Wales, George Mills area sales manager of new Holland and Amy Watkins, sustainability manager from Agrii. Today we are exploring using methane to fuel the farm tractor, and if this is an opportunity to shape farming's future. In turn how can that help achi…

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Taking a Reality Check on Regen Farming 20:00

1y ago20:00

20:00

Today we are talking to farmer, Tom Martin, well-known farmer and influencer, farming near Peterborough and Agrii agronomist Neil Harper. Regen, what is the reality check that we honestly need to answer to be able to learn from and go forward? Today we are going to look at some of the critical areas in crop production to find that right balance. To…

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Sustainable Decisions Start with Seed 30:00

1y ago30:00

30:00

In this episode, we are talking to John Miles, Agrii Seed Technical Manager, and Agrii Crop Input Specialist, Sophie Dillon. "Variety Sustainability Ratings", what do they mean and how do we use them? Can making the right variety choices lower the risk, buy you time in season and maximise your productivity? Direct from our experts, get all the know…

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Rethinking Grassland Fertiliser as Animal Feed 20:00

1y ago20:00

20:00

In this episode, we are talking to Peter Scott technical director from Origin Fertilisers and Ben Lowe national forage manager from Agrii. What can farmers do to balance their input costs with improving their grassland performance? What does that mean for the livestock enterprise? And how can we rethink grassland fertiliser as animal feed? The 2023…

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Live on Farm With Thatcher's Cider: Build Resilience in your Farming System by Understanding your End User 20:00

1y ago20:00

20:00

Today we are at Thatcher's Cider Company, Myrtle Farm in the heart of Somerset, talking to Chris Muntz-Torres, farm manager, Richard Johnson, cider maker and Matt Greep horticultural agronomist at Agrii. Today we are going to ask key questions about sustainable crop production. How do we integrate IPM? And how do we connect growing a quality crop w…

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Live on Farm: How Much Habitat do I Need? 20:00

1y ago20:00

20:00

In this episode we are kicking off season 3 talking to Marek Nowakowski, Ecologist, Wildlife Expert and Consultant at Agrii. We are visiting one of Marek's favourite wildlife sites in the stunning Oxfordshire countryside. SFI, stewardship and the environment are important topics of conversation, today we are going to look specifically at wildlife h…

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Live from the Engine Room: Updated Forage Trial and Biogas Plant Results Available Now for Feedstock Choices this Season 20:00

1y ago20:00

20:00

In this episode, we are talking to consultant, Philip Marr and Agrii‘s Crop Inputs Specialists John Charlton and Matt Richardson. Today we are at the World Biogas Expo at the NEC in Birmingham, where a summary of results from the Brotherton iFarm forage trials and biogas plant were presented by Phil. We will be looking into those findings asking wh…

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The Emerging Technique that Identifies Crop Deficiencies Before Symptoms are Visible 20:00

1y ago20:00

20:00

In this episode, we’re talking to Agrii’s Jim Carswell, R&D manager in the North and Peter Southwell, who farms on the South of the Yorkshire Wolds. Today we discover the importance of analysing soil and plant health. Can this approach really make a difference in helping us enhance crop performance? Tony Smith is your host on Tramlines. Based in th…

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The Latest Low Carbon 'Rocket Fuel' Fert Products, Principles and Technologies to Achieve Efficient Farming 20:00

1+ y ago20:00

20:00

In this episode, we’re talking to Tom Perrott, Crop Inputs Specialist at Agrii. Efficient farming is always a key topic, what does that mean as we look at this season and beyond? Today we are going to ask some questions, how can we improve efficiency of crop production that in turn leads to improved profitability. Tony Smith is your host on Tramlin…

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