Dewing Grain Podcast

In this week's Bitesize episode Andrew starts by talking about “the rain that saved harvest”.Andrew advises farmers to do more PR for themselves and get stories into the news.Next Andrew goes over current values.Andrew finishes the podcast on a cheerful note. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's episode is a Bitesize episode.Andrew starts by going over crop prices and conditions.One of Andrews main worries is the possibility of second growth following the forecasted rain. Andrew is hopeful that the weather this year will mean there is limited opportunities for ergot to form. He advises farmers to sit back and wait instead of forward selling new crop cereals when they don't yet know what the quality of their crop will be. We have a small amount of central storage space available so please contact the office if you are interested in storing with us!This month's Podcast Walk will take place at 2pm on May 30th. The meeting point is opposite Salhouse Church and the What3Words location is - Signs.Obstruct.Tourist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode Andrew is joined by Ben & Webby. They start by discussing the recent trade deals.They move on to talk about the DEFRA and the possible legal action against them.Ben shows support for an unlikely candidate. Andrew and the boys discuss the current drought. They talk about the logistical issues with an early harvest. Andrew talks about the benefits of central storage. This month's Podcast Walk will take place at 2pm on May 30th. The meeting point is opposite Salhouse Church and the What3Words location is - Signs.Obstruct.Tourist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode Andrew is joined by special guests, James Pickard, Rob Pickard and Bob Bullock.Andrew starts by asking each of them about how they first got into the brewing industry.They discuss how some of the Green Dragons favourite beers came to be.James talks about his time working as a computer programmer in Canada and explains how he ended up coming back to the UK.James explains how the digital tools he developed have helped him to improve his business as well as a number of other businesses.They talk about the Black Shuck Festival which is taking place from the 1st-3rd of August in Bungay.To finish the podcast, James talks about his experience as an entrepreneur. This months Podcast Walk will take place on 30th May at 2pm. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's bite size episode Andrew talks about the recent Podcast Walk.The Podcast Walk was hosted by the new chairman of NFU Sugar, Kit Papworth. All attendees got the chance to go on a crop tour around Lower Farm.Andrew mentions how there was a clear difference in height and health for the crops which had been irrigated against the crops which were just relying on rain.Andrew talks about the Malting Barley market and the effect that the recent dry weather could have on the upcoming harvest. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode Andrew and Webby catch up on what has happened in the markets while Andrew has been away in the US.They talk about the recent tenders on the futures from registered stores.Andrew discusses how crops are looking for the upcoming harvest.The duo talk about what the American people's sentiment is towards Trump.Andrew talks about some of the places he visited and some of the activities he did while he was out there.This month's podcast walk will take place on 30th April at 3pm. The walk will start at Lower Farm, the What3Words location is Everybody.Tasty.Quickly. We look forward to seeing you there! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode, Webby and Josh have George Youngs on as their special guest to discuss diversification.George talks about how Tom and himself first started taking on the running of the farm.He mentions how they have used social media to try and spread awareness for the different diversified parts of their business. Even catching the eye of Jeremy Clarkson's Hawkstone Larger.George makes a point that one of diversifications benefits for their farm is in terms of cash flow as it helps keep a steady stream of income throughout the year.They talk about sentiment for the upcoming harvest.George and the boys talk about all the excitement he has to come with fatherhood around the corner.This month's podcast walk will take place on 30th April at 2pm at a location which is yet to be determined by you, our listeners! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's episode is hosted by Webby, Josh and Harry.They start off by addressing what everyone is up to over the easter holidays.The boys ask Harry how farm trading has been going recently and the effect the recent market gains have had on the amount of grain being sold.Josh mentions how he feels forward selling is at some of the lowest levels he has seen in recent years.The forecast and the dry weathers effect on the crops gets mentioned.The team discuss the effect trump has had on global markets.They talk about what information Andrew is likely to be picking up from conversations while he is in the US. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode Andrew is joined by Joe, Ben and Webby.To start they talk about the recent closure of new applications for the Defra Sustainable Farming Incentive.The team goes on to discuss Trumps tariffs and what they think is going to be the fallout from them. Next, they talk about the current market conditions. Andrew comments that export seems to be picking up as prices have hit the right levels for it.They comment on the current state of the malting barley market and how the forecast might affect it. They argue whether it is a good idea for farmers to stop delivering milling wheat.This month's podcast walk will take place on 30th April at 2pm at a location which is yet to be determined by you, our listeners! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode Andrew is joined by Ben to talk about the AHDB.They start by going over the positives such as the AHDB recommended list and the AHDB app.They then move on to discuss the increased levy and whether it provides value for money.They talk about the things that the AHDB could do to streamline and improve themselves.Ben makes a point of saying that we are not opposed to the digital passport as a concept but in its current form we do not see how it is in the best interest of farmers.This month's podcast walk will take place at 2pm on the 31/03/2025, starting at the Suffield Arms. The What3Words location is Clever.Schooling.Prefix. We look forward to seeing you there! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode the Dewing Grain podcast goes international!Andrew headed to Dubai to meet this weeks legend series special guest, Julian Godfrey.Julian begins by explaining the different roles he has worked in since he first joined the grain trade.Julian talks about how he ended up working from Dubai.They talk about how they made friends and contacts in the trade through the years. Julian explains to Andrew how he manages to broker trades while working in a completely different time zone to many of the deals.They talk about the fact that Russian wheat still comes into the UK despite the sanctions and tariffs on it.They discuss how arbitration is used in trading to help solve disputes but is also sometimes used for more nefarious purposes.This month's podcast walk will take place at 2pm on the 31/03/2025 at the Suffield Arms. The What3Words location is Clever.Schooling.Prefix. We look forward to seeing you there! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's special guest is James Thurlow of Thurlow Nunn.Thurlow Nunn is currently celebrating 150 years in business. To celebrate this, they are fund raising money for Dementia UK on their JustGiving page linked below.James starts by explaining the early days of Thurlow Nunn all the way up to how the business is doing today.They discuss the building of storage and how it can be a massive advantage farmers.Andrew asks some questions with the aid of AI.They talk about the need for better education on where our food comes from so that people can make more informed decisions on what they choose to buy in the shops.James and Andrew recount their experiences with family members who suffered from dementia.James goes over the events that Thurlow Nunn have planned over the course of the year to help raise money for Dementia UK. https://www.justgiving.com/page/thurlownunngroup150 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode, Andrews special guest is Frances Roberson who is the manager of the Food and Farming Discovery Trust.Frances grew up on a mixed beef and arable farm in North Norfolk.Frances talks Andrew through the wide variety of jobs she had after she left university. Andrews days as an international model get bought up. The Food and Farming Discovery Trust aims to showcase food, farming and the countryside to the local community.They discuss the Royal Norfolk Show's school program, which helps to give young people a better understanding of what agriculture is all about.Olivia Shave's petition to get agriculture in the curriculum gets mentioned. If you haven't already, please take the time sign the petition!This month's podcast walk will take place at 2pm on the 31/03/2025 at the Suffield Arms. The What3Words location is Clever.Schooling.Prefix. We look forward to seeing you there! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week the Dewing Grain podcast was recorded live with all of the stars present!Andrew starts by thanking Oscar Smith and the rest of the Farming Community Network team for arranging this live event.Oscar explains how the FCN is there to help support farmers and talks about the different resources they have available for farmers.The first topic is about prospects for the upcoming harvest.Next, Andrew shares some of his favourite stories from the grain trade.Andrew debates the things farmers can do to persuade the government to change their agricultural policies while also keeping the general public on the farmers side.1930's Germany gets mentioned?Andrew gets Harry to enlighten the audience on the thrilling topic of podcast production and distribution.To finish off the boys share some of their stories from the early days of their agricultural careers. #FarmingAintEasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, Andrew is joined by award winning farmer, Olivia Shave. Olivia is lobbying the government to improve children's education and basic understanding of where their food comes from and how agriculture works.Please follow this link to sign Olivia's petition or alternatively the link can be found on her Instagram page @ecoewe. https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/700029Olivia mentions how she believes farmers can put the great back in Great Britain!Olivia and Andrew talk about the changing landscape for farmers, and the things they can do to diversify and make the most of the situation.Olivia's final note is that farmers need to challenge the government to a greater extent. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode Andrew is joined by Webby & Josh to catch up on what happened at the Norfolk Farming Conference.They start by talking about Daniel Zeichner and the unsympathetic tone of his speech.Next, they mention how impressed they were with Diana Overton Frontiers new managing director.They go on to talk about “The Empire” and for once they are actually complimentary!Finally, we get to hear our reporter in the field interviewing Matthew Scott and Will Mallon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode Joe, Ben, Webby and Josh to discuss last Monday's farmers meeting.Josh runs the team through on how successful he believed the morning was.Josh talks about the benefits farmers will gain from using methodology that Roots is creating and being able to utilise the good farming practice contracts. The team reiterates one of the core messages of what Josh is working on. Don't give your data away for free!Ben moves the conversation on to discuss the topic of Trumps tariffs and what role they might play in the future of agriculture. Of course, there had to be some Trump talk due to his volatile nature!Webby catches Joe out for not being devout listener of the podcast. Criminal! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode Andrew is joined by Webby to discuss the dynamics of the 2024 harvest.Andrew justifies his reasoning for his recent opinions of the market, stating that there is going to be a surplus that cannot be carried and that there is no option to export as we are not competitive. This means the most likely direction for old crop UK wheat is to go down in value.Andrew talks about the inequalities in farm subsidies between European and UK farmers.The duo goes over some world wheat carry over stock statistics.They speculate over the conditions of crops around the world and what it could mean for the upcoming marketing season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, Andrew is joined by Ben, Webby and Josh.They start by discussing the forthcoming Dewing Grain seminar. It is taking place at the John Innes Centre on the 3rd of February and will feature a handful of guest speakers ranging from farmers to scientists.Next, they move on to discuss the fundamentals of the current market conditions. Webby mentions one of his many fetishes. Any guesses what it is?The boys talk about Elon Musk's interesting behaviour at Trumps inauguration and Webby wonders if he should start taking the same performance enhancing drugs while he works. To come full circle, Josh talks about the things farmers could be doing to demonstrate that the governments scientific approach to the effect farming has on the climate is flawed and skewed. The team, who have done extensive research into the topic, argue that farmers are actually a crucial part of the fight against climate change and they need to make it clear to everyone through scientific proof. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode the team have a debrief of the events from Thursday nights Norfolk Dinner.The boys start by critiquing the manliness of Harrys handshakes. They're a work in progress…A big congratulations to Alexandra Cuninghame of StoneX with the winning bid for the prestigious annual auction.Ben and Webby debate Andrew on his questionably politically correct speech.The team reflects on the different market views they encountered while making the rounds at the Dinner.The boys talk about which Norfolk Dinner venue has been their favourite in recent years. Ben comments on American farmers scepticism towards Trumps upcoming term in the Office. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode Andrews special guest is Poul Hovesen. Poul was the third guest to feature on the podcast some 6 years ago!Poul and Andrew start by discussing Pouls upcoming appointment as President of The Royal Norfolk Agricultural Association. They move on to talk about the how farming is heading into a greener era and that farmers and consumers need to work together to make it work for everyone. Collaboration between science and research, collaboration between farmers to learn from and support each other.Andrew touches on the Dewing Grains new project which aims to make proof of how good farmers are for the world. Poul discusses new innovations that farmers can use to help make incremental improvements to their farming practices.They talk about the benefits of The Norfolk Farming Conference and how it is a great place to network and share knowledge among like minded people. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's podcast, Andrew, Ben and Andy recap the events of the December podcast walk which took place in Norwich.Thank you to everyone that was able to join us on the walk and we hope you all had as good a time as we did!The team talk about how it was nice to be able to have a wide variety of conversations with all of the attendees and how they were able to get a range of opinions on what is likely to happen next in the markets. Andrew touches on the new inheritance tax rules giving an unfair advantage to major corporations.Dewing grain wishes you all a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's podcast, Andrew is joined by Josh to discuss the exhausted topic of regenerative farming and the forthcoming farmers meeting.Andrew & Josh debate whether the current ways of monitoring sequestration data are more than box ticking exercises and if it would actually be possible to get reliable, auditable data.Josh argues that attaining proof that farming procedures create carbon sequestration, could change the narrative for beleaguered farmers. More importantly proof of carbon negative crops can be monetised.The Dewing Grain meeting will take place on the 3/02/2024 and will feature some guest speakers on the topic of helping to change the narrative and the future opportunities for the industry. If you are interested in attending, please email us at info@dewinggrain.co.ukThe next podcast walk will take place at midday on December 17th. The What3Words are zone.rinse.detail. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode, Andrew is joined by Webby and Josh. They discussed the events of their recent bourse trip. Commenting that the mood seemed fairly glum regarding current markets. Following that, the boys talk about the upcoming Norfolk Dinner and share some funny anecdotes from last years dinner. They go on to compare their forecasts for new crop compared to last years. Do you think we are likely to see another wet spring? The next podcast walk will take place at midday on December 17th. The What3Words are zone.rinse.detail. We look forward to seeing you there! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Andrew & Webby have special guests Clare Goodswen & Isobelle Webster on from M+A Partners.Clare talks in depth about the new tax rules which are taking effect in April 2026 and discusses possible ways to minimise the financial impact of the new inheritance tax rules, such as insurance. Isobelle and Clare both suggest that farmers should take a breath (and seek professional advice) before making any big decisions about their succession planning.Andrew mentions how he believes one of the biggest hurdles for farmers is their PR, causing much of the public to be fed false facts about the agricultural industry in the UK. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's podcast, Andrew is joined by Webby & Josh to discuss their recent trip to London. They discuss the impressive turnout and the support from some influential figures.They also mention how respectful everyone was. So much so that even the MET police thanked the crowds. They talk about how they believe the governments estimations are wrong and give examples of multiple farmers who have said they will be affected by the new rules. Webby gives his thoughts on the future of agricultural land as he believes the new rules will likely cause it to be sold to overseas investors. Next, they discuss the current rising tensions between Russia and Ukraine after Ukraine was given the green light to hit targets inside Russia. Josh talks about his recent presentation for the royal Norfolk agricultural association. The next podcast walk will take place at midday on December 17th. The What3Words are zone.rinse.detail. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode Andrews special guest is Charles Bracey.They talk about the new tax rules and how this is going to affect current and future farmers.They go back and forth over the struggles farmers in the UK face when compared to farmers in Europe and the rest of the world. They discuss the struggles farmers are facing with bank loans with many banks seeming to be pulling away from supporting the agricultural sector.Lastly they give their opinions on Donald Trump having a second term as president of the United StatesThe next podcast walk will take place at midday on December 17th. The What3Words are zone.rinse.detail. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode Andrew has the Royal Norfolk Agricultural Associations managing director Mark Nicholas on as his special guest.They begin by discussing the history of the RNAA and the Royal Norfolk Show.They then go on to talk about getting the younger generation interested and involved in farming and understanding where their food comes from. Mark talks about the various projects that the RNAA is offering to help encourage young people to get involved in the farming community.The hot topic of the moment is the new inheritance tax rules so of course the pair go over what it will mean for agriculture in the UK. The Norfolk Farming Conference will take place on Tuesday 11th February. We look forward to seeing you there.The pair discuss the forthcoming Norfolk Food Hall which is set to be open for business in May.The next podcast walk will take place at midday on December 17th. The What3Words are zone.rinse.detail. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, Ben, Joe, Webby & Josh are in charge of the chat. Fortunately, Andrew will be back for next week's episode!Josh discusses how the first few weeks of fatherhood have been for him. Webby chimes in with his preferred type of nappy to change.They talk about the recent UK budget and the impact it's going to have in the agricultural community.They go over the recent tender and compare the similarity and differences to previous tenders.They also talk the wheat imports disrupting the UK grain market. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's podcast, Ben & Webby have Farm Trader Harry Randell on to talk about his experience of being in charge of Haulage while Andy George was taking a much deserved holiday.To start they talk about the experience and knowledge Harry will have gained from his two-week trial by fire, while doing their best not to boost his ego too much!They then go on to talk about current market conditions locally and globally.Lastly, the boys discuss how East Anglian farmers have been getting on compared to the rest of the country. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, Ben and Webby are hosting alone as Andrew is on holiday!The boys talk about the recent shift in the market and how they feel the values are still not quite at the trigger level to encourage physical sales.They discuss how the rest of the world is looking weather wise and how corn growers are suffering from high levels of mycotoxins.The boys also talk about the upcoming American presidential election. Who do you think is likely to win? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this weeks episode, Andrew has some big news.Andrew, Ben & Webby discuss how this years drilling is going in the UK in comparison to last year.The boys debate over who they think would be the best dictator for the UK.They then go on to talk about improving grain prices and merchants "paying up on farm".Star Wars comes into the conversation. Which characters do you think the boys would be? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, the boys get straight onto the hot topic at the moment – the conflicts in the middle east. They then discuss what they believe the market is likely to do in the next couple days. Will the markets keep rallying or will there be some profit taking? The boys discuss the current demand for soft and milling wheats. Should growing these be a consideration for next harvest? Lastly, they discuss the topic of loneliness in the agricultural community. The Dewing Grain team are always happy to lend an ear for anyone who would like a chat, agriculturally related or otherwise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode we have our European commentator return to grace us with his presence and culture.Our special guest this week is Scott Wellcome who is the director of grain risk management and sourcing for the Goodmills Group.The boys discuss the European wheat being imported into the UK.Andrew quizzes Scott on the impact geopolitical events can have on the grain trade.Does the Dewing Grain Podcast have the power to sway the market? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this weeks episode, Andrew, Ben & Webby talk about the issues Dewing Grain faces as an independent merchant in an industry dominated by multinationals.The boys then discuss the current conflicts in Europe and the Middle East and their potential effects on the grain market. They also talk about the risks of tendering on the futures market and how Dewing Grain tries to mitigate those risks. The What3Words for this months farm walk are Cork, Accented, Cult. We look forward to seeing you there at 13.30 on Tuesday 24th September! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's episode is a bitesize episode with Andrew first going over the upcoming podcast walk.Andrew then gives his weekly update on the market and gives the values that Dewing Grain is currently offering.The What3Words for this months farm walk are Cork, Accented, Colt. We look forward to seeing you there at 13.30 on Tuesday 24th September! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this weeks episode, Andrew discusses the harvest do antics from Thursday evening.Andrew, Webby, Ben & Harry host this weeks episode. They discuss the hot topic of this years harvest... Ergot!Ben and the team also talk about the Canadian Canola anti-dumping probe.This months farm walk What3Words is: Cork, Accented, Colt. We look forward to seeing you there at 13.30 on Tuesday 24th September! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, Andrew and the team discuss the principles of a successful cooperative store.Ben gives his opinion on the different pools being run by merchants across the country. The team urge farmers to have a close look at some of the marketing charges they are receiving, especially in a year like this!A huge thank you to our northern friends Simon, John & Wolfy for sending us the beautiful Dewing Grain branded Timothy Taylor beers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's our 300th episode!In this week's episode, Andrew has potentially his most special guest yet. They discuss her life from childhood memories, all the way through to current times. This week's episode has some laughs, as well as some tears, so please prepare yourselves!A huge thank you to everyone who has helped us get to our 300th episode. Here is to the next 300! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, the team mull over this year's harvest from a merchant's perspective. Webby believes it to be one of the most incomparable harvests he has seen. The boys discuss the issues being cause by ergot across the UK.An in depth discussion is held over the issues with malting barley this year. Andrew talks about the tough financial year that arable farmers are likely to have. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andrew starts this week's episode with a market report on our new podcast set up!Andrew, Ben, Webby & Josh debate yields and what they believe could happen next in the markets. Andrew discusses what he believes could be a secret weapon for Vladimir Putin.The team talk about the real challenges stores face under the pressure of harvest and how team work and determination help to overcome them. The office boys get physical at Dewing Grain! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, the boys mull over the conditions of the crops coming in to store and the impact this is having on grain values.Webby gives Andrew & Josh an education on the intricacies of fly fishing and shooting with a side by side. The three touch on the difficulties of selling malting barley this harvest with storage and movement becoming increasingly thin on the ground, not helped by old crop carryover and other factors. They also have the all-important yield vs price chat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this weeks podcast we have a market report from Ben discussing where he sees the markets going in the coming weeks.Harvest is well under way! Ben, Webby and Josh catch up on how the start of harvest has gone for the stores and for the farmers. The boys also get on to the topic of which Olympic sports they would compete in. Who knew we had three pedigree athletes in our ranks!We look forward to seeing some more of your entries for our DG Only Fans! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's episode marks the start of the 2024 harvest for us here in Aylsham, with the first loads of winter barley coming into store. Ben, Josh and Webby reckon results are better than expected but still variable, its still early days of course! They give their expert analysis on Trump and the run up to the election. The boys also reveal Dewing Grain's new feature – DGOnlyFans.We will be uploading some pictures of the team for our DGOnlyFans over the next few days. We look forward to seeing some of your entries. Don't be shy, show us your fan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, Andrew & Webby are joined by Simon Culpan of Yorkshire, John Cottingham of Lincolnshire and Wolf Savory of Norfolk.They discuss the events of their busman's holiday to Norfolk and the key differences they have noticed between the crop's progression.Webby exclaims his concerns on the future of OSR being grown in the UK while we get a bit of an insight from the others what the harvest up north could be like. Andrew will be back in a couple of weeks as he's holidaying for the start of harvest… Brave! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Finally, Andrew, Webby and Josh are back together, discussing the departure of Liz Truss and Friday's election results. Someone get Webby a seat in North Norfolk! Surprisingly, they do talk about grains and the start of harvest for some people, with reports of OSR being cut already. Josh discusses his recent barefoot trip to groundswell! The boys talk about how well the Wild Farm companion crops were looking during the last podcast walk around Gawdy Hall. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's bitesize episode, Andrew touches on the last of the old crop wheat coming onto the market after stores are finally being emptied. He also gives an insight as to how valuable this week's weather has been on Norfolk's wheat and spring barley crops. Andrew gives a brief overview of grain values and the issues surrounding the lack of current markets prior to harvest. Andrew is in the short term bearish to current market conditions but mentions that he is optimistic of crop sizes which is ultimately more important. Andrew gives an overview of current hot topics such as the upcoming US and UK elections. He is keen to drive home the importance of the younger generations making sure they get their votes in too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode bite size episode, Andrew gives an update on the current market conditions. Finally, we have some sun! Andrew is hopeful that it is not too little too late.Andrew and Ben discuss the hot topic of penalty rents for futures wheat. Dewing grain has done its upmost to keep penalty rent prices fair however stores do need to be emptied and cleaned at some point! Of course, the boys had to talk about England's questionable performance against Denmark. Followed by Ben touching on changes affecting some farmers on BPS. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, Andrew ambushes south Norfolk farmer Rob Alexander. Firstly, the pair place their bets on when they think the start of harvest will be. They then take turns to say where they believe the markets are going and discuss in depth, this coming harvests "wild farmed Wheat" as seen on “Clarkson's Farm”. Andrew elaborates on the ever - growing fear of ergot in the upcoming wheat crop with the abundance of rain we have had recently. We also get an insight as to how “strip till” has changed the way Rob farms these days. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's bitesize episode, Andrew explains the recent downfall in the markets and the trouble of having futures stores still clogged up with wheat. He touches on various bullish factors that could support the market in the future, such as the wheat crop size in the black sea region and the effect an export ban may have on markets if it does keep getting downsized. Andrew also gives his two cents on what he believes could be the crop of the year over here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, Andrew and Ben have an in-depth discussion analysing the current erratic markets. The duo talk about the effects El Niño and La Niña are having on farmers crops and yields. Andrew touches on his secret mission up to Scotland over the bank holiday. On the sunshine filled podcast walk, Andrew takes the opportunity to quiz farmers about how their crops are looking for the upcoming harvest. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.