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Ever wondered what happens to a sheep's fleece after shearing? Turns out, it's not just for jumpers. The AG Show team caught up with a farmer who's breaking new ground by turning wool into ropes on a commercial scale - and get this, they're apparently brilliant for harvesting seaweed. Who knew?They also dive into the latest push from AHDB to champion British pork. So don't be surprised if you spot a new ad popping up during the break of the latest Ant & Dec show - we're really going for it.And to top it off, there's a rundown of the newly released beef market outlook, in case you want the inside line on what's happening in the sector.SOME USEFUL BITSChoose Sustainable Rope: 100% NATURAL BRITISH WOOL PRODUCTSPork marketing campaign returns bigger than ever | AHDBBeef market outlook | AHDBTackling mental health in the farming community of HerefordshireGET IN TOUCHCharlotte, Hannah and Producer Martin would love to hear what you think! Got feedback, stories, or ideas for future episodes? Drop them a message at agshow@ahdb.org.uk.Sign up to the AHDB Preference Centre so that you can:Easily update your preferences and contact informationGet information on the latest AHDB events, webinars, market insights and moreReceive important updates such as disease alerts

With the weather getting more unpredictable by the year, The AG Show welcomes back Nuffield Scholar Hattie McFadzean to chat through practical ways our dairy farms can toughen up and stay climate‑resilient.We're also digging into how the boom in GLP‑1 weight‑loss drugs could open up some big opportunities - and a few challenges - for the industry.Plus, we get the latest on what's happening in the pork market. And with Yellow Wellies' Mind Your Head campaign in full swing, we're taking a moment to talk about mental health too.SOME USEFUL BITSNuffield Farming Scholarships Trust | AHDBHattie McFadzean | Nuffield Farming ScholarshipsCutting through the fat: How GLP-1 drugs are affecting the dairy market | AHDBPork market outlook | AHDBMind Your Head - YellowWellies.orgGET IN TOUCHCharlotte and Hannah would love to hear what you think! Got feedback, stories, or ideas for future episodes? Drop them a message at agshow@ahdb.org.uk.Sign up to the AHDB Preference Centre so that you can:Easily update your preferences and contact informationGet information on the latest AHDB events, webinars, market insights and moreReceive important updates such as disease alerts

The AG Show is going global this week, kicking things off with an absolutely wild story from a 2,000‑mile harvest adventure across the U.S.Eleanor Gilbert - you might know her as Berkshire Farm Girl - jumps on the mic with Hannah and Charlotte to share what it was really like travelling the Great Plains for six months. We're talking eight states, 1,000 hours in a combine and helping to bring in a massive 130,000 acres of crops. And guess what? She's already got her sights set on Australia next.We're also hearing from Hattie McFadzean, an AHDB‑backed Nuffield Scholar, about her whirlwind study tour through five different countries… plus plenty more along the way.SOME USEFUL BITSBerkshire Farm Girl – Follow Me on my Journey educating the world on diverse farming practicesNuffield Farming Scholarships Trust | AHDBAgri Market Outlook | AHDBDairy market outlook | AHDBGET IN TOUCHCharlotte and Hannah would love to hear what you think! Got feedback, stories, or ideas for future episodes? Drop them a message at agshow@ahdb.org.uk.Sign up to the AHDB Preference Centre so that you can:Easily update your preferences and contact informationGet information on the latest AHDB events, webinars, market insights and moreReceive important updates such as disease alerts

Ever wondered what really happens when you start handing over the family farm to the next generation? That's exactly what Lisa Edwards is navigating on her cereals and potato farm up in Lancashire - and she's spilling all in this episode of The AG Show as we dive back into the world of succession planning.Fancy making your own trainers? Yep, actual trainers. We meet the Wiltshire farmer turning cow hides into a hands-on sneaker‑making workshop.And have you ever been to the British Cattle Breeding Club Conference? No worries if not - Hannah's got you covered with the inside scoop on what went down and what headwear was spotted.Oh, and Charlotte's got a new sofa don't you know?!SOME USEFUL BITSSuccession planning | AHDBAndy Rummings Beef | Grass fed beefBritish Cattle Breeders ClubUK Ruminant Antibiotic Stewardship RoadmapGET IN TOUCHCharlotte and Hannah would love to hear what you think! Got feedback, stories, or ideas for future episodes? Drop them a message at agshow@ahdb.org.uk.Sign up to the AHDB Preference Centre so that you can:Easily update your preferences and contact informationGet information on the latest AHDB events, webinars, market insights and moreReceive important updates such as disease alerts

The AG Show dives into how red meat and dairy are being pushed in the Let's Eat Balanced campaign - and we take a closer look at whether all that marketing magic could actually give milk prices a boost.We're also asking one of farming's biggest questions: how on earth do you pass a farm on to the next generation? This episode kicks off the first of our two‑parter on the sometimes‑messy, always‑important world of succession planning.And finally… tissues at the ready. As we say goodbye to presenter Tom, we send him off with a proper brain‑bender: cattle genetics. Naturally, he's calling in the F.I.E.L.D. Agents for backup — because let's be honest, even the acronyms need decoding.SOME USEFUL BITSLet's Eat Balanced marks five years of success supporting British farming | AHDBSuccession planning | AHDBEBVs and indexes for suckler herds | AHDBEnviroBeef | AHDBGET IN TOUCHCharlotte and Hannah would love to hear what you think! Got feedback, stories, or ideas for future episodes? Drop them a message at agshow@ahdb.org.uk.Sign up to the AHDB Preference Centre so that you can:Easily update your preferences and contact informationGet information on the latest AHDB events, webinars, market insights and moreReceive important updates such as disease alerts

We know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In the January episode of Talking Leaders, we were delighted to be joined by Sharon May, a mental health advocate and counsellor – joining us on what is described as Blue Monday.Following a career in physical healthcare, her love of people and their stories led Sharon to shift her focus to emotional healthcare and retrain as a counsellor whilst bringing up our three children. She set up her own practice on the farm 8 years ago, which has now grown into a multi-therapist counselling hub providing face to face mental health support to the rural community in which we live.She loves her job, and particularly enjoy working with small business owners, life stage issues and women's health. She is passionate about tackling stigma and normalising the conversations around mental health and wellbeing.Her awareness of the mental health challenges within agriculture led to me choosing that as an area of focus whilst completing her Masters in Counselling and Psychotherapy Practice, culminating in a research study on the mental health of farm wives.

Farm data – what's the deal? Who's using it, and can you really trust the folks looking after it? This week on The AG Show, we dive into the topic that's becoming a big deal for farming.We'll take a quick look back at how our red meats stacked up over Christmas, and then look ahead to what's on the NSA's Lambing List.Oh, and guess what? F.I.E.L.D. Agents are back – fighting rural crimes against plain English (because jargon is so last season).SOME USEFUL BITSFarm Data Exchange (FDE) | AHDBChristmas 2025: Lamb wins big, turkey tumbles and convenience is king | AHDBLambing List | National Sheep AssociationGET IN TOUCHCharlotte, Hannah, and Tom would love to hear what you think! Got feedback, stories, or ideas for future episodes? Drop them a message at agshow@ahdb.org.uk.Sign up to the AHDB Preference Centre so that you can:Easily update your preferences and contact informationGet information on the latest AHDB events, webinars, market insights and moreReceive important updates such as disease alerts

Kicking off the New Year, this episode takes a close look at the current milk market. Ben Eagle, Chris Walkland and podcast producer Becki Reay discuss the latest trends in farmgate prices and milk volumes, and whether the sector is beginning to turn a corner. The discussion touches on the disruption caused by a plant breakdown over the Christmas period, which resulted in milk not being collected, before examining what the latest AHDB figures showing milk volumes down year on year could mean for supply. The focus then turns to more positive signals, including a recent rise in the GDT index and growing optimism around dairy prices heading into January, supported by milk price announcements for January and February from processors. Please note: The information provided during this podcast has been prepared for general informational purposes only and does not constitute advice. The information must not be relied upon for any purpose and no representation or warranty is given as to its accuracy, completeness or otherwise. Any reference to other organisations, businesses or products during the podcast are not endorsements or recommendations of Dairy Consulting Ltd or its affiliated companies. The views of the presenter are personal and may not be the views of Dairy Consulting Ltd. The contents of this podcast are the copyright of Dairy Consulting Ltd.

As we roll into the new year, The AG Show is diving into the latest trends shaping how health‑conscious consumers are eating. From the rise of high‑protein and high‑fibre everything, to the buzz around weight‑loss jabs and supplements, AHDB's consumer guru Vanessa Adamson and nutrition and health top bod Kate Arthur help us make sense of it all. They join Charlotte, Hannah and Tom to unpack what these shifts could mean for our plates -and our farmers.Plus, Farmer Tom is back! He's giving us an update on his Farmer Time charity and how it's reconnecting kids with the fields and farms where their food begins.SOME USEFUL BITSThe new consumer health revolution | AHDB2026 consumer health predictions | AHDBFarmer Time | Connecting Classrooms & FarmsGET IN TOUCHCharlotte, Hannah, and Tom would love to hear what you think! Got feedback, stories, or ideas for future episodes? Drop them a message at agshow@ahdb.org.uk.Sign up to the AHDB Preference Centre so that you can:Easily update your preferences and contact informationGet information on the latest AHDB events, webinars, market insights and moreReceive important updates such as disease alerts

The AG Show is wrapping up 2025 with a bang – and by bang, we mean a big, juicy quiz!This time, Producer Martin flips the script and takes over as quizmaster, putting presenters Charlotte, Hannah and Tom in the hot seat.The questions? A mix of all things food and farming in 2025 plus a sprinkle of festive Christmas fun. But that's not all – the final round, Barnyard Banter, is pure chaos. The gang has to guess farming-related things based on clues from kids. Yep, kids.So… who's going to nail it and who's going to crash and burn? Have a listen to find out!GET IN TOUCHCharlotte, Hannah, and Tom would love to hear what you think! Got feedback, stories, or ideas for future episodes? Drop them a message at agshow@ahdb.org.uk.Sign up to the AHDB Preference Centre so that you can:Easily update your preferences and contact informationGet information on the latest AHDB events, webinars, market insights and moreReceive important updates such as disease alerts

Farmers are tough, no doubt about it - but the festive season can pile on extra stress and worries. That's why The AG Show sat down with We Are Farming Minds, a brilliant charity working to smash the stigma around mental health in farming.Plus, Tom's back from the Gira Meat Club conference in Geneva and he's spilling the beans on what he learned with the team.And if you've ever wondered just how chaotic things get behind the mic, producer Martin's got you covered with a peek at the outtakes and bloopers. Spoiler: it's not exactly professional…SOME USEFUL BITSSupport for farmers | AHDBTackling mental health in the farming community of HerefordshireStrategic expertise in the meat & livestock industryGET IN TOUCHCharlotte, Hannah, and Tom would love to hear what you think! Got feedback, stories, or ideas for future episodes? Drop them a message at agshow@ahdb.org.uk.Sign up to the AHDB Preference Centre so that you can:Easily update your preferences and contact informationGet information on the latest AHDB events, webinars, market insights and moreReceive important updates such as disease alerts

We know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In the December episode of Talking Leaders, we were delighted to be joined by Hattie McFadzean, Senior Consultant at Promar International and recent Nuffield Farming Scholar. With weather patterns becoming increasingly unpredictable, how can UK dairy farmers build resilience and adapt for the future? Hattie joins us to discuss the findings of her Nuffield study, “Enhancing the Resilience of the UK Dairy Sector: How Do We Practically Adapt to Increasingly Volatile Weather Conditions?”Drawing on insights from her travels and research, Hattie explores how dairy businesses around the world are responding to climate variability and what practical steps UK producers can take to “weather-proof” their own operations.Hear Hattie's reflections on leadership, innovation, and collaboration across the dairy sector – and how embracing change today can help secure a more sustainable future for tomorrow's farmers.

We've got a jam-packed livestock episode on The AG Show!First up, we're diving deeper into the drop in milk prices and what it means for our dairy farmers, with insights from AHDB's Lead Analyst, Susie Stannard.We're also talking about African swine fever popping up in wild boar in Spain - and how that could shake up global trade.Jennifer Morgan's here with the latest on Bluetongue virus, plus we'll explore how farmers and vets can get involved in the UK Ruminant Antibiotic Stewardship Roadmap.SOME USEFUL BITSDairy markets | AHDBSpain's ASF outbreak: Implications for EU pig meat movements and global trade | AHDBBluetongue virus latest news | AHDBUK Ruminant Antibiotic Stewardship RoadmapGET IN TOUCHCharlotte, Hannah, and Tom would love to hear what you think! Got feedback, stories, or ideas for future episodes? Drop them a message at agshow@ahdb.org.uk.Sign up to the AHDB Preference Centre so that you can:Easily update your preferences and contact informationGet information on the latest AHDB events, webinars, market insights and moreReceive important updates such as disease alerts

The AG Show team are hanging out with some of their AHDB colleagues in this episode, starting with environment guru Rachael Madeley-Davies, fresh back from COP30 in Brazil. Rachael's big message? Farmers aren't just part of the conversation on climate change - they're absolutely key to it.Then things get a little techy as Charlotte Forkes-Rees and Hannah Clarke strap on VR headsets to take a virtual walk through a pig abattoir. Yep, you read that right - VR meets farming!And finally, we catch up with Zanita Markham to find out what earned her the prestigious Chris Brant Award at the National Pig Awards. Spoiler: it's because she's ace (though we are biased)!Some useful bits from the episode:Blog: Why COP30 showed farmers' views matter | AHDBZanita Markham wins Chris Brant Award | AHDBGET IN TOUCHCharlotte, Hannah, and Tom would love to hear what you think! Got feedback, stories, or ideas for future episodes? Drop them a message at agshow@ahdb.org.uk.Sign up to the AHDB Preference Centre so that you can:Easily update your preferences and contact informationGet information on the latest AHDB events, webinars, market insights and moreReceive important updates such as disease alerts

This week on The AG Show, we're diving into what the Autumn Budget could mean for farmers. Hannah Clarke and Charlotte Forkes-Rees are joined by AHDB's Lead Economist, Jess Corsair, to break it all down.Charlotte's also sharing her hot takes on what's going to land on your Christmas dinner plate this year - spoiler: it's not just turkey talk! And if you've ever wondered what goes into organising an award-winning festive tractor run, we've got the inside scoop.Plus, our F.I.E.L.D. agents are back decoding more of the weird and wonderful words from the farming world. You'll never look at agri-lingo the same way again!Some useful bits from the episode:Autumn Budget 2025 and the impacts for agriculture | AHDBSheepy Ploughing AssociationGET IN TOUCHCharlotte, Hannah, and Tom would love to hear what you think! Got feedback, stories, or ideas for future episodes? Drop them a message at agshow@ahdb.org.uk.Sign up to the AHDB Preference Centre so that you can:Easily update your preferences and contact informationGet information on the latest AHDB events, webinars, market insights and moreReceive important updates such as disease alerts

We know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In the November episode of Talking Leaders, we are delighted to be joined by Adam Bedford, Collaborative Projects Director at Fera Science, to explore how working together can help farming businesses navigate uncertainty and thrive. With a career spanning farm-level experience, leadership roles at the NFU, and now driving collaboration between farmers, scientists and the food industry, Adam will share how building partnerships and pooling ideas can strengthen resilience and unlock opportunities across UK agriculture.

Farmer Tom (AKA Tom Martin) joins The AG Show's Tom Spencer before taking the stage at AHDB's Big Scottish Crops Conference. They're chatting all things soil health, mental health and the AI tools Tom's using to level up his farm game.Meanwhile, Charlotte Forkes-Rees and Hannah Clarke dive into red meat and dairy, asking the big question: what wins with shoppers - value or convenience?Plus, we've got the latest farming headlines and another head-scratching term decoded in F.I.E.L.D. agents.Some useful bits from this episode:The Big Scottish Crops Conference | AHDBPremium products boost demand for cheese and yogurt | AHDBGET IN TOUCHCharlotte, Hannah, and Tom would love to hear what you think! Got feedback, stories, or ideas for future episodes? Drop them a message at agshow@ahdb.org.uk.Sign up to the AHDB Preference Centre so that you can:Easily update your preferences and contact informationGet information on the latest AHDB events, webinars, market insights and moreReceive important updates such as disease alerts

Chloe Whiteside, ICL's technical area sales manager covering Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire – has spoken on the HortWeek podcast about the highs and lows of the 2025 spring bedding season and what the strong start and weaker finish mean for the 2026 bedding plant season.She talks about what bedding growers should be doing in the lead-up to the spring season and gives advice about watering, nutrition and storage regimes for peat-reduced and peat-free growing media.On nutrition, she talks about using controlled release fertiliser and water solubles, as well as which biocontrol, biopesticide and biostimulant products are at the grower's disposal and, as a BASIS qualified adviser, what she recommends.Before joining ICL, Whiteside spent 10 years in horticultural research at ADAS, delivering research projects on a wide range of ornamental and edible crops. She managed the AHDB funded Bedding and Pot Plant Centre trials, as well as the AHDB, Defra and industry-funded project on Transition to Responsibly Sourced Growing Media Use in UK Horticulture. The project ran for five years and covered all sectors of horticulture, from bedding propagation right through to container grown trees and soft fruit production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaleb Cooper's been checking out how farming works Down Under, and it's got Charlotte, Hannah, and Tom thinking – could a gap year be a game-changer?They catch up with Charlie Beaty, who swapped UK fields for New Zealand pastures, and Kiwi farmer Ethan Loveridge, who's done the reverse. Plus, dairy farmer Sophie Gregory joins in – she's keen for her eldest to see the world before settling down on the farm.Sophie also opens up on The AG Show about how much impact the current milk price slump has had on her business, with AHDB's Lead Dairy Analyst Susie Stannard digging into the numbers.And yep, another farming acronym gets busted by one of our F.I.E.L.D. agents.Some useful bits from this episode:Commodity prices slump further amidst no let-up in milk surge | AHDBDairy markets | AHDBGET IN TOUCHCharlotte, Hannah, and Tom would love to hear what you think! Got feedback, stories, or ideas for future episodes? Drop them a message at agshow@ahdb.org.uk.Sign up to the AHDB Preference Centre so that you can:Easily update your preferences and contact informationGet information on the latest AHDB events, webinars, market insights and moreReceive important updates such as disease alerts

Join Charlotte Forkes-Rees, Hannah Clarke and Tom Spencer as they take a deep dive into a recent AHDB report that found British consumer trust in farmers has reached a record high.The trio also catch up with Lancashire farmer Eden Hill, who understands the importance of that trust and combined with the power of social media is successfully selling her meat boxes.And our F.I.E.L.D. agents begin their quest to jargon bust. No acronym is safe (even ours).Some useful bits from the episode:Consumer trust in British agriculture and farmers reaches record high | AHDBLancashire Lamb Boxes | Our Story — Lancashire Lamb BoxesCharlotte, Hannah and Tom are very keen to hear your feedback, comments, stories and suggestions for future topics to discuss in the show. You get can in touch with the team by emailing agshow@ahdb.org.uk.Sign up to the AHDB Preference Centre so that you can:Easily update your preferences and contact informationGet information on the latest AHDB events, webinars, market insights and moreReceive important updates such as disease alerts

This week we meet Emily Norton, the new chair of AHDB. Emily discusses her career to date and how she intends to use her time at the levy board to rebuild farmer confidence.Message us

We know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In the October episode of Talking Leaders, we were delighted to be joined by Helen Wyman, Founder of TwoCan Mentor – A food and farming mentorship movement built on connection, development, and impact. As a Nuffield Farming Scholar, Helen's research focused on how mentorship transforms confidence, leadership, and career paths. With a career spanning food, farming, environment, and energy, she's seen the impact that the right conversation at the right time can have.Drawing on her experience connecting people across the food, farming and land-based sectors, Helen will share why having the right mentor and being one can make all the difference to both personal & professional success and the resilience of our industry.

AHDB's Monitor Farm programme brought together groups of like-minded farmers to share performance information, trial new ideas and openly discuss what works and what doesn't.In the second episode of a three-part series, we catch up with David Cross in Norfolk to find out what changes he made during the four years.Useful linksBeef & Lamb Farm Excellence | AHDBGlovers Farm | AHDBFeedbackWe'd love to know what you think of our podcasts. If you'd like to give your feedback, please complete our short questionnaire, which will help us to improve the podcast on an ongoing basis, or email us with your thoughts, comments and suggestions: foodandfarming@ahdb.org.uk

AHDB's Monitor Farm programme brought together groups of like-minded farmers to share performance information, trial new ideas and openly discuss what works and what doesn't.In the first episode of a three-part series, we catch up with Rob and Liz Priest in Devon to find out what changes they made during their four years.Useful linksBeef & Lamb Farm Excellence | AHDBKingsford Farm | AHDBFeedbackWe'd love to know what you think of our podcasts. If you'd like to give your feedback, please complete our short questionnaire, which will help us to improve the podcast on an ongoing basis, or email us with your thoughts, comments and suggestions: foodandfarming@ahdb.org.uk

AHDB's Monitor Farm programme brought together groups of like-minded farmers to share performance information, trial new ideas and openly discuss what works and what doesn't.In the final episode of a three-part series, we catch up with Harry Sordy in Northumberland to find out what changes he made during the four years.Useful linksBeef & Lamb Farm Excellence | AHDBAlnham Farm | AHDBFeedbackWe'd love to know what you think of our podcasts. If you'd like to give your feedback, please complete our short questionnaire, which will help us to improve the podcast on an ongoing basis, or email us with your thoughts, comments and suggestions: foodandfarming@ahdb.org.uk

We know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In the September episode of Talking Leaders, we are delighted to be joined by the new AHDB Chair: Emily Norton. Emily is a Norfolk farmer, Nuffield scholar and founder of Farm Foresight Ltd, a strategic advisory service for the rural sector.She has 25 years of experience in the food and farming sector. After qualifing as a lawyer, Emily undertook an MSc in Sustainable Agriculture. Her career has taken her from family business to global PLC, with time spent in Brussels and across the UK. Emily has particular expertise in natural capital influences on land, food and farming.Emily holds various non-executive board positions in the agricultural sector including chair of AHDB and a trustee at the Royal Norfolk Agricultural Association. She is a well known media commentator and lives and farms in Norfolk.

In this episode Tiffany Stephenson is joined by Robert Meadley to discuss some of the considerations which should be made when deciding to replace or invest in a piece of machinery. Welcome to Cropcast, your go to podcast for all the latest information on arable crops. Each month, SAC advisor, Tiffany Stephenson will be joined by a range of industry experts, bringing you timely updates to help you make decisions in the field. Producer George Gauley, Editor Cameron Waugh, Executive Producer Kirstyn Blackwood, in association with the Scottish Government. Related FAS ResourcesGetting Started In Arable Agriculture - Machinery Appraisal | Information helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory ServiceOther Related ResourcesRobert Meadley LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-meadley-85652223/?originalSubdomain=uk Machinery costing calculator | AHDB

If you listened to our main episode on technology, data, and online farm management, you'll know how quickly things are moving in the world of agri-tech. But what if you're not ready for big investments or complex systems—where do you start?In this bonus episode of Farming Focus, host Peter Green is once again joined by:Matt Dobbs from Agsenze.Adam Short, Associate Director in Data Programmes at AHDB, co-founder of MA Systems Ltd and Temple Technologies Ltd, and a farmer in Devon.Together, they share practical advice for farmers who are curious about using digital tools but don't want to overcomplicate things, including:The first small, low-cost pieces of tech they'd recommend for beginners.Mobile apps and platforms that are under-used but genuinely useful on farm.How to trial or test technology before making a big commitment.What to do if you've tried tech before and found it frustrating.The mindset shift that can make technology feel like a tool, not a burden.Whether you're tech-savvy or a complete beginner, this short episode offers simple, actionable ways to dip your toe into digital farming without breaking the bank—or your patience.Make sure you listen to episode 5 to get the most from this bonus episode. Farming Focus is the podcast for farmers in the South West of England, but is relevant for farmers outside of the region or indeed anyone in the wider industry or who has an interest in food and farming. For more information on Cornish Mutual visit cornishmutual.co.ukFor our podcast disclaimer click here. 

In this episode of Farming Focus host Peter Green explores how technology and digital tools are transforming farm businesses. From precision livestock monitoring to data-driven decision-making, the pace of change is rapid—but how can farmers decide what's worth investing in, and where do they start?Joining Peter are two guests:Matt Dobbs – from Agsenze, a tech and data company specialising in the livestock sector.Adam Short – Associate Director in Data Programmes at AHDB, co-founder of MA Systems Ltd and Temple Technologies Ltd, and a Devon farmer himself.Together, they discuss:What technology is currently making a difference for UK livestock and arable farmers.How to cut through the noise of apps, sensors, and software to find tools that are genuinely useful.The role of data in shaping better farm decisions—and common mistakes to avoid.Exciting agri-tech trends on the horizon, including artificial intelligence in the livestock sector.Practical advice for farmers looking to future-proof their businesses with technology.Plus, don't miss our bonus episode next week, where Matt and Adam share simple, low-cost ways to get started with farm tech, along with mindset shifts to make digital tools less daunting and more rewarding.Are there topics you'd like us to cover or guests you'd love to hear from? Get in touch by emailing us at podcast@cornishmutual.co.uk or by connecting with us on our socials @cornishmutual. Your feedback helps us shape the podcast to meet your needs.Farming Focus is the podcast for farmers in the South West of England, but is relevant for farmers outside of the region or indeed anyone in the wider industry or who has an interest in food and farming. For more information on Cornish Mutual visit cornishmutual.co.ukFor our podcast disclaimer click here. If you'd like to send us an email you can contact us at podcast@cornishmutual.co.uk 

In this week's Bitesize episode Andrew gets excited for upcoming 7th birthday of the Dewing Grain Podcast.He starts by going over the current local crop values.Andrew moves on to talk about food price inflation in the UK.Then he talks about the AHDB and some recent data they have released. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Watch the BUCS pilot results video here  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3lEQ3ELF9Bg  Please note: The information provided during this podcast has been prepared for general informational purposes only and does not constitute advice. The information must not be relied upon for any purpose and no representation or warranty is given as to its accuracy, completeness or otherwise. Any reference to other organisations, businesses or products during the podcast are not endorsements or recommendations of Dairy Consulting Ltd or its affiliated companies. The views of the presenter are personal and may not be the views of Dairy Consulting Ltd. The contents of this podcast are the copyright of Dairy Consulting Ltd.

A data error means the latest harvest progress report over-estimates yields – and triggers an investigation by the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board.Why wasn't the report right in the first place?Industry leaders give a mixed reaction to the latest inheritance tax proposals.And one of Britain's biggest livestock auctioneers voices concern at differences in electronic identification systems for cattle between England and Scotland.We also look at the latest drought situation and the impact of the government's refusal to bailout the UK's largest bioethanol plant.This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker and Hugh Broom.Contact or follow Johann (X): @johanntaskerContact or follow (X): @sondesplacefarmFor Farmers Weekly, visit fwi.co.uk or follow @farmersweeklyTo contact the Farmers Weekly Podcast, email podcast@fwi.co.uk.In the UK, you can also text the word FARM followed by your message to 88 44 0.

New AHDB Chair, Emily Norton, joins the Agonomics team to discuss her appointment as well as her aspirations for the organisation and farming in general. Emily says she's not here to fight for a "single version of any particular future" of agriculture and intends to make sure AHDB continues to serve all levy payers.Plus, find out how the recruitment process is going in the search for a new CEO.Useful links:New Chair of AHDB appointed by Defra Ministers | AHDBGraham Wilkinson to step down as AHDB CEO | AHDBHome | AHDB

Today we welcome Helen Brookes onto the R2Kast!

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In this episode, a former Defra adviser says the government must win back farmers' trust if it is serious about successful agriculture.The government unveils £150m in capital grants for farmers – we look at what the money is likely to fund and how it will work.We find out about new funding opportunities for farmers – thanks to private investment from big corporations.We spend two days at Groundswell 2025, the regenerative agriculture festival, and look at the options for growers and livestock producers.And we speak to Emily Norton – the new chair of the Agriculture and Horticulture Development board – about her plans for farm levies.This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker, Louise Impey and Hugh Broom.Contact or follow Johann (X): @johanntaskerContact or follow Louise (X): @louisearableContact or follow (X): @sondesplacefarmFor Farmers Weekly, visit fwi.co.uk or follow @farmersweeklyTo contact the Farmers Weekly Podcast, email podcast@fwi.co.uk.In the UK, you can also text the word FARM followed by your message to 88 44 0.

The UK has once more missed its tree planting targets - provisional figures for last year show that overall the number of trees planted fell in comparison with the year before, from 20 and a half thousand hectares to just over 15 and a half thousand hectares. The Government aims for 30,000 every year. New figures from the farming industry body the AHDB show that 190 dairy farmers left the industry last year. There are now 7,040 dairy producers in England, Wales and Scotland. That's a 2.6 per cent fall from the year before. But, despite that, there has been an increase in the amount of milk produced. We ask a dairy farmer why so many are leaving.English olive oil is now a reality, after a Cornish olive grower pressed his first oil last winter. Nik Butcher claims to be the first person to bottle English olive oil commercially since the Roman times. So could English olive oil one day prove as successful as English sparkling wine? All this week we've been hearing from those about to embark on farming related careers. For many students the exams are now over and they're just waiting for the results. For others, the wait is over, and we hear from three graduates from CAFRE, Northern Ireland's College of Agriculture Food and Rural Enterprise.Presented by Charlotte Smith and produced by Sally Challoner.

This week we report from the Cereals event in the UK and have the newly released planting survey from the AHDB. Brian Reilly from Drummonds joins us with an update on crops in the North East and next week's Drummonds' open evening.We also bring you all the tillage stories from a jam-packed tillage paper from crop areas to protein payments and straw incorporation figures. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crop Science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, as senior civil servant Janet Hughes decides to leave Defra, we look at what it means for the Sustainable Farming Incentive.It's a revolving door at the AHDB, with the appointment of a new chair – and the announcement that chief executive Graham Wilkinson is moving on.Scottish livestock leaders say a climate committee report calling for less beef consumption is based on flawed evidence.Why a new deal between London and Brussels could make life easier on your farm.And Louise visits the Green Farm Collective – and discovers that bread made from regenerative wheat really does taste different.This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker, Louise Impey and Hugh Broom.Contact or follow Johann (X): @johanntaskerContact or follow Louise (X): @louisearableContact or follow (X): @sondesplacefarmFor Farmers Weekly, visit fwi.co.uk or follow @farmersweeklyTo contact the Farmers Weekly Podcast, email podcast@fwi.co.uk. In the UK, you can also text the word FARM followed by your message to 88 44 0.

Chief Executive Graham Wilkinson talks about his time at AHDB and what he believes the organisation can achieve for British agriculture.With sheep and arable farmer Rebecca Wilson taking the reins of the show, Graham also answers a number of questions submitted by levy payers ranging from assurance schemes to the levy itself.Useful linksOpen letter from our CEO Graham Wilkinson | AHDBGraham Wilkinson | AHDBSign in or register | AHDB Preference CentreFeedbackWe'd love to know what you think of our podcasts. If you'd like to give your feedback, please complete our short questionnaire, which will help us to improve the podcast on an ongoing basis, or email us with your thoughts, comments and suggestions: foodandfarming@ahdb.org.uk

In this simulcast with our Agonomics podcast, David Eudall turns his attention to the bluetongue virus which poses a big threat to the beef, lamb and dairy sectors. He's joined by AHDB colleagues to learn more about the Battle Bluetongue campaign as well as a vaccine finance calculator that can help farmers work out what they'll spend or save defending their stock.Bluetongue resources:Bluetongue virus latest news | AHDBBTV-3 vaccination finance calculator (sheep) | AHDBBTV-3 vaccination finance calculator (beef) | AHDBIf you want to get in touch with the Agonomics team, please email: agonomics@ahdb.org.ukSign up to the AHDB Preference Centre so that you can:Easily update your preferences and contact informationGet information on the latest AHDB events, webinars, market insights and moreReceive important updates such as disease alerts

In this episode, livestock industry leaders warn of a devastating animal disease outbreak unless the government tightens border controls.MPs quiz. Defra minister Daniel Zeichner as cereal growers 'go on strike' in protest at government policies affecting UK farming.Will there really be no hot cross buns at Easter?We've the latest on the Sustainable Farming Incentive and how the Rural Payments Agency continues to process a backlog of applications.And one year after he took up the role, we've a special interview with Graham Wilkinson, chief executive of the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board.Plus all the latest commodity prices – and how Donald Trump's tariffs will affect UK agri-food products imported into the USA.This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker, Louise Impey and Hugh Broom.Contact or follow Johann (X): @johanntaskerContact or follow Louise (X): @louisearableContact or follow (X): @sondesplacefarmFor Farmers Weekly, visit fwi.co.uk or follow @farmersweeklyTo contact the Farmers Weekly Podcast, email podcast@fwi.co.uk. In the UK, you can also text the word FARM followed by your message to 88 44 0.

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.

Please note: The information provided during this podcast has been prepared for general informational purposes only and does not constitute advice. The information must not be relied upon for any purpose and no representation or warranty is given as to its accuracy, completeness or otherwise. Any reference to other organisations, businesses or products during the podcast are not endorsements or recommendations of Dairy Consulting Ltd or its affiliated companies. The views of the presenter are personal and may not be the views of Dairy Consulting Ltd. The contents of this podcast are the copyright of Dairy Consulting Ltd.

AHDB Events Please note: The information provided during this podcast has been prepared for general informational purposes only and does not constitute advice. The information must not be relied upon for any purpose and no representation or warranty is given as to its accuracy, completeness or otherwise. Any reference to other organisations, businesses or products during the podcast are not endorsements or recommendations of Dairy Consulting Ltd or its affiliated companies. The views of the presenter are personal and may not be the views of Dairy Consulting Ltd. The contents of this podcast are the copyright of Dairy Consulting Ltd.

In this episode, a growing number of 'rebel' Labour MPs are supporting farmers against the government on inheritance tax.We have an exclusive interview with Henry Tufnell, Labour MP for Mid- and South Pembrokeshire, who is calling for a government amnesty on the issue.A warm start to spring sees UK temperatures warmer than Madrid and Barcelona – and it's only the beginning of March.We find out how farmers are adapting to climate change - and get the low-down on the farmland market.The AHDB has published a special Climate Change Adaptation report.And a livestock mart in south-west England hits out at keyboard warriors after its Monday sale is cancelled.This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker, Louise Impey and Hugh Broom. Additional reporting by Phil Case.Follow Johann (X): @johanntaskerFollow Louise (X): @louisearableFollow Hugh (X): @sondesplacefarmFor Farmers Weekly, visit fwi.co.uk or follow @farmersweeklyTo contact the Farmers Weekly Podcast, email podcast@fwi.co.uk. In the UK, you can also text the word FARM followed by your message to 88 44 0.

Over three quarters of farms in England and Scotland of 50 hectares or more in size will be affected by the changes to Inheritance Tax (IHT), according to new independent analysis from AHDB. In this simulcast with our Agonomics with David Eudall podcast, David is joined by analyst Tom Spencer to explain how this has been calculated.And find out what rural tax expert Luke Cochrane has to say about the next steps for farming businesses.Useful linksInheritance tax changes to affect more than 75% of English and Scottish farms of 50 hectares in size or more | AHDBFarm inheritance tax - Agonomics with David EudallLand Family Business

Welcome to another episode of R2Kast – People in Food and Farming! This time, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Laura James, a dynamic advocate for sustainable farming and biodiversity. Laura's journey from a childhood dream of saving the whales to becoming a bee scientist and champion for farming communities is nothing short of inspiring.

Mental health first aid, farmer consumer engagement and podcasting Not by design we welcome our second agricultural podcaster in 2 episodes. Amy Hughes is a senior engagement manager for AHDB which aims to close the gap between both farmers and the consumer as well as farmers and other farmers! She also operates as a mental health first aider which comes in handy in her people focused day job!She also runs the think outside the fence podcast with Arron Nerbas in Canada…organising that gives me the fear! Great chat that gets pretty deep throughout! Enjoy!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeBDRnGerPw2w-nNBT6st4wCI2ldi4OZPrIIrJ-_rsRWCKq1A/viewform?usp=sf_link Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.