Best Arable Podcasts (2024)

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Clarkson's Farm series 3 preview, red diesel prices, herbal leys – simple or not? Space food – vertical farm in orbit, & farm charity London Marathon runners 31:24

24h ago31:24

31:24

In this episode, we dicuss what viewers can expect from the new series of the hit TV show Clarkson's Farm. With fuel prices set to rise, we examine the prospects for red diesel. Herbal leys – are they really the simple option for livestock producers wanting easy money from the Sustainable Farming Incentive? How space food from a vertical farm in or…

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Introduction into Biostimulants 13:48

24h ago13:48

13:48

In the seventh podcast episode of 2024, Ken Rundle has a discussion with YaraVita Product Manager Chris Harrold regarding Biostimulants including the different types from microbial and non-microbial, how Biostimulants are designed to improve nutrient use efficiency and what Yara UK have been doing to get involved with Biostimulants by collating dat…

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

7d 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

3d 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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Defra relaxes flood compensation rule, landlords v tenant farmers, huge solar farm controversy, bumper spring lamb trade, & 60-year-old vintage tractor run 38:47

12d ago38:47

38:47

In this episode, the government relaxes flood compensation rules after one of the UK's worst flood-hit farmers found himself ineligible for payment. Tenant farmers call for talks with landowners who want to take back farmland so they can claim inheritance tax relief. We've all the latest market prices – and take a special look at the record-breakin…

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

9d 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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Jen Corkran: Trust, truth and how we learn 15:10

11d ago15:10

15:10

Farmers Weekly managing editor Bryan Gibson speaks to Jen Corkran, senior animal protein analyst at Rabobank and a 2023 Kellogg Scholar. Jen discusses her day job to provide red meat insights to clients and farmers. She also unpacks what her Kellogg research tells us about trust, truth and the way farmers take on information.…

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Emission fears for Scottish beef producers, illegal meat scandal one year on, latest market prices, & farmers share a sauna for mental wellbeing 29:49

13d ago29:49

29:49

In this episode, beef farmers fear they could be driven out of business by government plans to reduce emissions and improve efficiency. A police investigation continues – one year after Farmers Weekly blew the whistle on a food safety scandal involving illegal meat. We’ve our regular market roundup and all the latest commodity prices. And we visit …

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Benefits of Selenium 14:28

15d ago14:28

14:28

In the sixth podcast episode of 2024, Ken Rundle has a discussion with Grassland Agronomist Philip Cosgrave on going into the new season with the benefits of Selenium and NPKs. The conversation goes into having the prime nutrients within the soil following on from a wet winter, the importance of soil testing and the benefits of including Sulphur.…

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

17d 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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London tractor protest, illegal meat imports, Pig World, Sustainable Farming Incentive restrictions, & Scottish young farmers ask #AreEweOK? 32:31

21d ago32:31

32:31

In this episode, farmers drive dozens of tractors through central London and call for a better deal from the Westminster government. Why won’t Defra do more to keep illegal meat imports out of the country? We’ve more on the government's decision to limit the amount of land entered into its Sustainable Farming Incentive scheme. And #AreEWEok? We spe…

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Emergency podcast: Defra restricts land going into flagship green scheme 17:42

26d ago17:42

17:42

In this emergency podcast, we get to grips with Defra's announcement placing restrictions on land going into the Sustainable Farming Incentive. Under the changes, SFI applicants will only be able to put 25% of their land into six SFI actions that take land out of direct food production. The announcement was made by Defra on Monday 25 March 2024 – a…

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Red Tractor abandons Greener Farms Commitment, big drop in UK cereals area, artificial intelligence in agriculture, market prices, & Farmers' Choir raises £46k for charity 37:23

1M ago37:23

37:23

In this episode, Red Tractor Assurance abandons plans for farmers to carbon footprint their businesses under its Greener Farms Commitment. We find out what growers are doing while waiting to see if the weather will dry up in time to plant spring cereal crops. Are agronomists about to become obsolete? We discover how artificial intelligence promises…

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Optimize your yield with Atfarm 13:09

29d ago13:09

13:09

In the fifth podcast episode of 2024, Ken Rundle has a discussion with Agronomy Operations Manager Natalie Wood on our digital farming solutions with using various tools such as Yara’s Atfarm mobile application and the N-Tester BT which provides instant field-specific nitrogen recommendations.By Yara Agronomy Team

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

1M 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

1M 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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Gene-edited crops to be grown by farmers in England, water management as wet weather continues, commodity prices, & porn MP launches farming podcast 34:08

1M ago34:08

34:08

In this episode, we find out how farmers in England are set to be the first in Europe to grow gene-edited crops. We discover how water management is helping UK farmers ride out the wet winter weather into spring. We’ve our regular market round-up – and all the latest commodity prices. And we get the low-down on new podcast by Somerset farmer and fo…

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41: Bruce Thompson, dairy farmer & dung beetle expert 20:18

1M ago20:18

20:18

Bruce Thompson is an intensive dairy farmer from Laois. He has a particular interest in reducing animal remedies through prevention, and is a strong advocate for the urgent need to protect our dung beetle populations.By Farming for Nature

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

1M 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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Farmers Weekly Question Time: Rothamsted Research 1:22:17

2M ago1:22:17

1:22:17

Welcome to this special episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast – the Farmers Weekly Question Time event at Rothamsted Research in Hertfordshire. Recorded in front of a live studio audience, farmers, students and other guests quiz industry leaders on topical agricultural issues. Our panel is: Climate change minister Lord Benyon Victoria Vyvyan, presi…

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What the spring budget means for your farm business, farm protests, commodity prices, & farmers row Atlantic for charity 33:23

2M ago33:23

33:23

In this episode, we find out what the last spring budget before the general election means for your farm business. NFU president Tom Bradshaw says direct action by farmers in England isn't necessary to get their message across. We've our regular market round-up – and all the latest commodity prices. And we speak to the farmer who rowed across the A…

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The importance of YaraVita on Cereal and Oilseed Crops 13:26

1M ago13:26

13:26

In the fourth podcast episode of 2024, Ken Rundle has a discussion with YaraVita Product Manager Chris Harrold regarding the current challenges in the season due to the weather, recommendations on current crops including leaf tissue testing and the importance of implementing foliar nutrients including YaraVita Gramitrel and YaraVita Brassitrel Pro.…

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Fueling Growth with Liquid Fertiliser 20:00

2M 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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Growers abandon waterlogged crops, Welsh farm protests, market prices, & farmer's signed picture raises money for Ukraine 33:01

2M ago33:01

33:01

In this episode, farmers are taking land out of production because wet weather and rising costs mean planting crops is just too risky. We find out what they are doing instead. Protests escalate in Wales as growers and livestock producers say government policies for agriculture will destroy their livelihoods. We've our regular market round-up – and …

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Rishi Sunak unveils support package for farmers, Lib Dems promise £4.2bn for agriculture, 'reset moment' for NFU leadership, & what the public really think of farming 31:26

2M ago31:26

31:26

In this episode, UK prime minister Rishi Sunak takes to the stage at the NFU annual conference to unveil a £220m support package for farmers. The Liberal Democrats go further – promising £4.2bn for agriculture if they win the forthcoming general election. We've all the latest market prices – and we find out what the general public really think abou…

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Optimise your silage production 15:37

2M ago15:37

15:37

In the third podcast for 2024, Ken Rundle has a brief discussion with Yara’s Grassland Agronomist Philip Cosgrave regarding silage production, current weather conditions, grassland management and recommendations for early nitrogen applications.By Yara Agronomy Team

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

2M 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

2M 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

2M 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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NFU president Minette Batters stands down, 'Judge us on Red Tractor outcome' says successor, latest market prices, time management on the farm, & nutrient density tool 41:31

2M ago41:31

41:31

In this episode, as farmers leader Minette Batters prepares to stand down, we reflect on her time as NFU president. Essex farmer Tom Bradshaw, who is set to replace Ms Batters, asks farmers to judge the NFU on the outcome of the Red Tractor farm assurance review. We find out about how a Scottish beef producer is benefiting from focusing on good tim…

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Dr Matt Sowcik – Humility and finding a common purpose 15:48

2M ago15:48

15:48

Dr Matt Sowcik is currently on sabbatical from his role as Associate Professor in the Department of Agricultural Education and leadership at University of Florida. As part of his tour, he joined the Kellogg Rural Leadership Programme in Lincoln. He spoke to Scholars (and Bryan Gibson) about the power of humility in leadership and its role in workin…

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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

2M 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

2M 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

2M 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

2M 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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Thousands join Welsh farm protest, Scottish farmers seek profitable future, market prices, soil guru Jay Fuhrer, & Big Farmland Bird Count 31:47

3M ago31:47

31:47

This week, thousands of farmers rally at Carmarthen livestock mart to protest against Welsh government policies for agriculture. Farmers and crofters attending the NFU Scotland annual conference in Glasgow give their thoughts on ways to secure a sustainable and profitable future. At the Base UK conference in Nottingham, USA-based soil health guru J…

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Early Nitrogen for grazing 14:11

3M ago14:11

14:11

In the second podcast for 2024, Ken Rundle talks to Yara’s Grassland Agronomist Philip Cosgrave on Early Nitrogen for grazing with the importance of grass growth and first and second application rates recommendations.By Yara Agronomy Team

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

3M 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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Check Your Bits and Bobs 20:00

3M 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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Should UK farmers join European protests? Spring seed shortage, wet weather woes, Welsh 'land clearances', award-winning YEN wheat crop, & Let's Farm Foundation 36:58

3M ago36:58

36:58

In this episode, we discuss whether UK farmers should take to the streets following protests by French and German growers and livestock producers., We look at the impact of the wet weather on spring cropping decisions – and how growers might overcome a shortage of spring seed. The Welsh government is accused of pursuing an environmental policy whic…

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First nitrogen of the year for arable crops 11:35

3M ago11:35

11:35

In the first podcast for 2024, Ken Rundle talks to Yara's Agronomy Operations Manager, Natalie Wood, about first nitrogen applications and how the weather conditions at the end of 2023 have impacted timings for the spring.By Yara Agronomy Team

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40: How to make Biochar, with Kildare farmer Kim McCall 23:56

3M ago23:56

23:56

Brigid speaks to Kim McCall about why and how he makes biochar. Kim and his wife Mireille own a 214-acre mixed livestock stock farm in Calverstown, Kilcullen, Co. Kildare with a herd of 75 pedigree suckler cows, a flock of 80 sheep, as well as a few pigs in the summertime.By Farming for Nature

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

3M 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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LAMMA 2024, call for Red Tractor resignations, market prices, bull beef using less barley, & bell-ringing farmer raises money for charity 34:53

3M ago34:53

34:53

In this episode, we find out what's hot and what's not with thousands of farmers at the LAMMA machinery show in Birmingham. Red Tractor bosses face a call to resign as growers and livestock producers say the farm assurance scheme is too onerous and delivers little benefit. We've our regular market round-up – and all the latest commodity prices. We …

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Farmers Weekly Question Time: Great Yorkshire Showground 1:18:41

3M ago1:18:41

1:18:41

Welcome to this special episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast – the Farmers Weekly Question Time event at the Great Yorkshire Showground. Recorded in front of a live studio audience, farmers, students and other guests quiz industry leaders on topical agricultural issues. Our panel is: Defra minister Robbie Moore MP Sophie Thoup, head of agriculture…

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Heated debate over Red Tractor future, who will be next NFU president? why farming must be more professional, & quadbike safety at LAMMA 33:05

3M ago33:05

33:05

In this episode, farmers clash with supermarkets over the value of assurance as the furore over the Red Tractor scheme continues. As Minette Batters prepares to step down as NFU president, we look at her likely successor – and ask why there aren't more candidates to become union leader? How can farming recruit and retain the best people? We look at…

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

3M 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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More money for Sustainable Farming Incentive, delinked payments, cross-compliance abolished, Oxford farming conferences, the power of diversity, Level the Field campaign, & Six Inches of Soil film 34:25

4M ago34:25

34:25

In this episode, the government unveils a big expansion of its Sustainable Farming Incentive for England – including a 10% payment hike. But is the new scheme compatible with food production? As cross-compliance is abolished and delinked payments are introduced for English farmers, who are the winners and losers? The Oxford Farming Conference theme…

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Farming predictions for 2024, food security, NFU general election manifesto, urea fertiliser rules, ammonia restrictions, & festive farm walk helps local food bank 47:44

4M ago47:44

47:44

In this episode, as the farming year draws to a close , we look at the prospects for UK agriculture in 2024. Which sectors will be the winners and losers? With a general election due within the next 12 months, we get to grips with food security and the NFU's manifesto for farming. Due to come into force from April 2024, how will greenhouse gas rest…

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Emma Crutchley - Finding the sheep and beef value-add 20:37

4M ago20:37

20:37

Emma Crutchley, 2018 Kellogg Scholar, talks to Bryan Gibson, Farmers Weekly managing editor about some of the challenges sheep and beef farming faces in a water-short region, her Kellogg research, the Value Chain Innovation Programme, and the work being done on ‘Puketoi’ to find the value-add.By NZ Rural Leaders

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