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ffinlo Costain talks to Dr Frédéric Leroy (Vrije University, Brussels) and Dr Jason Rowntree (Michigan State University).Frédéric and Jason's new research paper argues that while livestock systems represent a considerable environmental challenge, anti-livestock and anti-meat perspectives over-simplify the issues, ignore regional variations, and rely on unbalanced carbon accounting. They argue that carbon tunnel vision is a threat to good climate policy.* Find out more and read the research at 8point9.com

What's the future of ruminant farm systems in Europe? What are the priorities for farmers, policy-makers and the public? Are they price, carbon emissions, carbon drawdown, animal welfare...? In this programme, we're looking at pathways for ruminant agriculture: cattle, sheep, and goats, producing meat and dairy products. ffinlo Costain is joined by Simon Moakes, a research fellow at Aberystwyth University in Wales - by Dr David Yáñez, a research professor at the Spanish National Research Council - and by Sara Hall, a PhD researcher working in the research team at Pasture for Life in the UK.This is the fourth of our programmes investigating Pathways - a 5-year EU Horizon 2020-funded research project that's been running since 2021.

The creation of bustling, thriving regional economies is an enormous opportunity to create food system resilience - and to bring wealth and wellbeing to rural areas. To do this we need infrastructure - and we need the finance to support the rebuilding and the re-establishing of that infrastructure.A new report from the Place Finance Lab addresses these issues. ffinlo Costain is joined by the report authors and founding partners of the Place Finance Lab: Tamara Giltsoff and Matteo Vanzini, and by report contributor Matthew Thomson, a director of Sustainable Food Cornwall.The Place Finance Lab has been incubated at Climate KIC, which has also supported this podcast - Climate KIC is Europe's leading climate innovation agency and community, creating climate-resilient communities and fighting climate breakdown by mobilising systems change in countries, regions, cities, and businesses. Together with partners across the globe, Climate KIC orchestrates solutions and facilitates learning to bridge the gap between climate commitments and current reality, driving faster and more ambitious action.

ffinlo Costain is joined by Martin Lines (Chief Exec NFFN), Nic Renison from Renison's Farm, and by Jenna Hegarty, Head of Policy at Nature Friendly Farming Network.We find out what's happening at Papley Grove in June - we discuss farm business resilience in the face of climate change - Nic talks about her farm and what it's like living under the Helm Wind - and Jenna presents NFFN's new report, The Nature of Business: Delivering resilience, food security and economic value through nature-friendly farming.

This is the third of our programmes investigating Pathways - a 5-year EU Horizon 2020-funded research project that's been running since 2021.We discuss the scenarios work that provided the foundations for Pathways. These were designed as plausible future storylines for how European livestock systems might evolve under different economic, environmental, technological, and social conditions. In particular, they helped researchers to test trade-offs between different sustainability goals and outcomes. ffinlo Costain is joined by Pierre-Marie Aubert, director of agriculture and food policies at the French think tank, IDDRI - by Dr Tom Staton, a senior research fellow at the University of Reading - and by Dr Jessica Bosseaux, a postdoctoral research associate, also at the University of Reading.

Topical food and farming chat - with ffinlo Costain (editor, 8point9.com), Joe Stanley (author, writer and Head of Sustainable Farming at the GWCT Allerton Project), and new co-host, Nikki Yoxall (farmer and Technical Director, Pasture for life).We discuss fertiliser, regenerative farming, national security, agricultural resilience, the rural economy and food system research.

This is the second of our programmes investigating the Pathways project - a 5-year EU Horizon 2020-funded research project that's been running since 2021. Today we're looking at Pathways modelling, which addressed a range of important areas including the greenhouse gas emissions and nutritional value associated with livestock and individual food products, as well as farm animal welfare and biodiversity impacts in livestock systems.ffinlo Costain (8point9.com) is joined by Dr David Yáñez (Spanish National Research Council), Pierrick Girad (French Institute of Pork), Dr Jenny Ygnvesson (Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences) and Dr Tom Staton (University of Reading).More land use news at 8point9.com.

In this episode of Martin's Farm, ffinlo Costain and Martin Lines (farmer and chief exec of the Nature Friendly Farming Network) discuss water - and how nature and beavers work to keep it in the landscape.They're joined by guests, Ali Morse, the Water Policy Manager at The Wildlife Trusts, and Chris Jones from Woodland Valley Farm and the Cornwall Beaver Project.

ffinlo Costain and Martin Lines (farmer and chief exec of the Nature Friendly Farming Network) discuss water - and how nature and beavers work to keep it in the landscape. They're joined by guests, Ali Morse, the Water Policy Manager at The Wildlife Trusts, and Chris Jones from Woodland Valley Farm and the Cornwall Beaver Project.

We're discussing the parasite burden in cattle: the life-cycle of lungworm and gutworm - how to manage your land and your herd to reduce the parasite risk - the role of vaccination - and how to work with your vet to avoid costly medical interventions.ffinlo Costain is joined by two Somerset farmers: Catherine Pickford from Alford Fields Farm and Lydia Partridge who manages the young stock at Drummers Farm - and by Lucy Hepworth, a vet from Friars Moor Livestock Health who have also kindly sponsored the programme.#livestock #parasites #veterinary #vet #farmanimals #animalhealth #landmanagement #cattle #dairy #farming

A 5-year EU Horizon 2020-funded research project - Pathways - has been running since 2021. It aims to reduce environmental impacts while addressing societal demands for safe, nutritious and affordable meat and dairy products. Over the next two or three months we'll investigate the project and its outcomes across six episodes, and meet some of the academics leading the research.In this programme we'll find out more about the origins of the Pathways project - its objectives and chief priorities.ffinlo Costain is joined by Dr Laurence Smith, Associate Professor in Agricultural Systems at the University of Reading - by Dr Jessica Stokes, Associate Professor in Farm Animal Welfare Science and Policy at the Royal Agricultural University - by Dr Catherine Pfeifer, lead researcher in the FiBL Switzerland Agri-Food Systems Group - and by Dr Nikki Yoxall, the Technical Director at Pasture for Life.

'Regenerative agriculture...? It'll never work on my farm!' The truth is - it will work - and most successful regen farmers have gone through the tunnel of doubt only to emerge happier, more resilient and more profitable than before.In this programme we'll find out how two farmers have made regen work for them - and we'll discuss the challenge of regenerative cereals... is no-till enough? ffinlo Costain is joined by Tom Edmondson from Cranley Barn Farm near Milton Keynes - and James Johnson from Mallard Grange, near Rippon in North Yorkshire.This programme has been kindly supported by Regenerate Outcomes.

The early results from one of the largest soil carbon measurement programmes in UK dairy show measurable increases in soil carbon stocks on farms adopting regenerative practices.British farmer-owned dairy co-operative, First Milk, working with soil carbon measurement specialist, Agricarbon, has undertaken interim re-sampling on three member farms nearly four years after establishing a large-scale soil carbon baseline.The early findings show soil carbon stocks increased on all three farms, with average gains of 8.9tC/ha (8.2T CO2e/ha/year). And importantly, a positive relationship was observed between the level of regenerative farming activity and the degree of carbon increase observed.ffinlo Costain is joined by Lee Truelove, the Head of Regenerative Agriculture at First Milk, and Mark Brooking, their former Chief Impact Officer, who's continuing to work with the company on carbon removals.

Paul Kirby and John Curtis are joined by Mike Costain and Nick Davison from Nineteen Group, the organisers of the Commercial Vehicle Show (CV Show). Recorded in the run-up to the 2026 event (21–23 April at Birmingham NEC), the conversation dives into: The growth of the CV Show, with over 330 exhibitors and a 30–35% increase from last year. The EV Café Village and its 26 exhibitors, highlighting innovation in decarbonisation and electric vehicles. New entrants to the UK market including Cherry, BYD, and returning brands like Stellantis, Renault, Ford, Maxus, and IVECO. The launch of Bus & Coach Expo and the Ride & Drive experience, letting visitors test vehicles directly. Why creating a buzzing, community-driven event matters for trade shows and how Nineteen Group builds that atmosphere. The future of fleet electrification, the importance of infrastructure, and the role of the CV Show in supporting UK logistics and decarbonisation. From magicians and networking to new product launches and industry insight, this episode captures the energy behind the UK's leading commercial vehicle event.CV Showhttps://www.cvshow.comNineteen Grouphttps://www.nineteengroup.comNick Davisonhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-davison-94796614/Mike Costainhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-costain-794b8412/

ffinlo Costain meets David R Montgomery, the author of Dirt: The Erosion of Civilisations. In a warm conversation, they discuss worms, the plough, soil bank accounts, regenerative farming, human nutrition and much more. ffinlo also finds out why human health improved in the UK during the Second World War. Montgomery is also co-author (with Anne Biklé) of What Your Food Ate and The Hidden Half of Nature. His new book, ReGen: A New Future for Farming, Food and Health, is out later in 2026.

In this episode of Farm Gate Leaders, ffinlo Costain speaks to Lieutenant General Richard Nugee.Nugee is a retired British Army officer who served in senior roles, including Chief of Defence People. He's also a Soil Star - a member of a group of scientists and experts, each a pioneer in their respective field, who share a commitment to soil as a lever to deliver action on climate change.

Julie Kincaid Hill, California/Los Angeles, served in boardrooms and offices that had never before included a woman. She's chaired major university boards, guided institutions through crises, invested in healthcare innovation and built development companies from the ground up. But what makes this Woman of Achievement so special isn't just what she's accomplished, but how she's done it. Julie shares the defining moments that shaped her, the best advice she's received—say yes at the door—and some hilarious stories, including the moment she played golf to secure a seat on a mutual fund board! Most importantly, you'll hear how Julie blends head and heart to get things done. Warm, funny, wise and deeply grounded, Julie offers practical advice for any woman navigating business and life. It's no wonder she's been so successful. When someone leads with both strength and kindness, people follow.

ffinlo Costain (8point9.com) and Martin Lines (Nature Friendly Farming Network) discuss what's happening on Papley Grove farm in the coming month of April. They also turn their attention to English farm policy - and then to the Welsh and Scottish Government elections, coming this May. ffinlo and Martin are joined by Rhys Evans (NFFN Cymru) and Nim Kibbler (NFFN Scotland).

New pests and diseases are threatening UK livestock, crops and forests. They're coming to the UK in the wind, with birds, on people and in imported soils. Why are these pests and diseases migrating? Can we prevent them from coming? And what do we need to do to mitigate the risks?ffinlo Costain is joined by Catherine Harries, Senior Crop Protection Scientist at AHDB - by Kate Palmer, the Technical and Industry Support Manager at Confor - and by Yoav Alony-Gilboa, livestock vet and director of Friars Moor Livestock Health.

The government has published England's first ever Land Use Framework. What does it all mean?ffinlo Costain (8point9.com) is joined by Sue Pritchard (Food, Farming and Countryside Commission) and by Phil Stocker (Chief Executive of the National Sheep Association and Chair of the Dartmoor Land Use Management Group).

Which of our farms will exist in 20 years? Can they survive a breakdown in global supply chains? Do we need to change our stocking rates, our breeds, cropping and soil health? These are not academic questions - they're real, immediate and practical - and to discuss them ffinlo Costain is joined by a fantastic panel of southwest farmers and rural professionals.Helen Rogers is a farmer, a vet and a director of Friars Moor Livestock Health. Dan Gammon is a new entrant organic dairy farmer from Oakvale Farms. Hugh Morrison is a tenant farmer producing cereals, sheep and beef, both at Stonehenge and Amesbury. Ollie Blackburn is Farm Manager at the Dillington Estate in South Somerset. Greg Ridout is a partner and the head of agricultural auctions at Symonds and Sampsom estate agents.

Farm Gate Leaders: Nikki Yoxall, Regenerative farmerNikki Yoxall, a regen farmer based in the north-east of Scotland, embodies the UK regen farming movement - young, passionate, outspoken, media-savvy, first generation into farming, focussed on the ecological impact of her system just as strongly as she is on her cattle management and the food that she's producing.In this programme, ffinlo Costain finds what makes Nikki tick.

A new report, the RegenCompass Version 1.0, developed by EARA (Euro Alliance for Regen Agriculture), offers the first comprehensive, farmer-led evaluation of the systems designed to identify and distinguish genuine regeneration while remaining accessible and valuable to the farmers doing the work. The report evaluated 29 monitoring, reporting and verification (MRV) systems.ffinlo Costain joined by report author, Simon Kraemer, co-founder and policy steward at the European Alliance for Regenerative Agriculture - by regen farmer, Clare Hill, from Planton Farm - and by Adele Jones from Rooted Strategies who worked for many years with the Sustainable Food trust on the Global Farm Metric.Read the report here: https://8point9.com/eara-releases-first-farmer-led-assessment-of-regen-verification-systems/https://8point9.com/eara-releases-first-farmer-led-assessment-of-regen-verification-systems/

Antibiotics are critical medicines for humans and livestock - but profligate use has led to rapidly increasing resistance, which is a threat for animal and human health. How then do we replace, reduce and refine the use of antibiotics in farm settings? And what are the opportunities for livestock producers?ffinlo Costain is joined two southwest dairy farmers - Sophie Alexander from Hemsworth Farm, and Karolina Klaskova from Higher Mere Park Farm - and by two livestock vets, Rebecca Price and Lucy Hepworth, both from Friars Moor Livestock Health.

Brazil has lifted 40 million people out of food insecurity in just two years. This historic achievement was driven by political choices that put family farmers and food access first. ffinlo Costain is joined by Elisabetta Recine, the President of the Brazilian National Food and Nutrition Security Council - and by Raj Patel, a professor of food systems from the University of Texas.

Integrated pest management is about establishing a farm as a connected ecosystem. To investigate the subject ffinlo Costain is joined by horticulturalist, Andy Dibben, the head grower at Abbey Home Farm near Cirencester - by Patrick Barker an arable farmer from Lodge Farm near Westhorpe in Suffolk - and by Angus Walton, a livestock producer from Peelham Farm in the Scottish Borders.

Martin's Farm: February. ffinlo Costain finds out about integrated pest management and a hedge-laying competition run by Martin Lines at Papley Grove. Martin and ffinlo are also joined by Peter Craven, head of agriculture at Natural England, who's talks through Natural England's new strategy and what it means for farmers and food production. ffinlo Costain is the editor of 8point9.com and producer of the Farm Gate podcast.Martin Lines is Chief Executive of the Nature Friendly Farming Network.

In this month's Wheat from the Chaff, ffinlo Costain (8point9.com) and Joe Stanley (GWCT Allerton Project) discuss:Venezuela, Greenland and world securityMinette Batters' Farm Profitability ReviewSustainable Farming Incentive back in JuneInheritance tax climb downRFK's call to 'Eat real food'Farmers back nature-friendly farmingFarm Gate is the world's highest ranking food security podcast, and we're part of 8point9.com, the land use news channel. 8point9 is supported by First Milk, Pelican Ag, the Nature Friendly Farming Network, Friar's Moor Livestock Health, Agrolo and individual donors.Search for ‘Farm Gate' wherever you get your podcasts - and visit https://8point9.com/https://8point9.com/

Stuart Rogers has found the sweet spot - by focussing on herd health and the overall health of his system, Rogers' dairy herd at Longmoor Farm in Dorset is both high yielding and regenerative. Listen now to find out how he does it.This is the latest in our Farm Gate Leaders series in which ffinlo Costain meets remarkable regen food and farming innovators.Farm Gate is part of 8point9.com, the land use news channel, which is supported by First Milk, Pelican Ag, Friars Moor Livestock Health, the Nature Friendly Farming Network, Agrolo and individual donors.

ffinlo Costain (8point9.com) talks to Martin Lines (Nature Friendly Farming Network) to find out what's happening this January at Papley Grove farm.The pair also meet Alice Groom (RSPB) and Vicki Hird (The Wildlife Trusts) to review what's happened in food, farming and nature policy in 2025 - and to peer into the crystal ball for 2026.

ffinlo Costain (8point9.com) and Joe Stanley (GWCT Allerton Project) meet for Farm Gate's monthly news discussion programme.This time:Christmas round-upSuccession planning, IHT and SFICOP30 and food systemsBacksliding on environmental policySoil carbonFinding lights in a dark age

What's it like living next door to Britain's most notorious rewilder? The new movie, Derek vs Derek investigates.In this programme ffinlo Costain meets the two Dereks - rewilder, Derek Gow, and dairy farmer, Derek Banbury - alongside the film's director James Dawson.#derekvsderek

Out of Collective Podcast – E27 – FLIPBOOK w/ Parkin Costain Big lines, bigger vision — Parkin Costain is back with Flipbook, a new ski film stitched together from a winter of pure momentum. Known for his explosive style and down-to-earth creativity, Parkin opens up about the process behind his [...] The post Out of Collective Podcast – E28 – FLIPBOOK w/ Parkin Costain appeared first on Out Of Collective.

What's happening this December on Papley Grove Farm, St Neots? ffinlo Costain talks to Martin Lines from the Nature Friendly Farming Network – and meets Michael Meharg, who farms near Dundrod in Northern Ireland. Michael is a past chair of the NFFN in Northern Ireland.The trio discuss farming's contribution to Christmas, Irish Moiled cattle, the ecological crisis in Lough Neagh (the largest freshwater lake in the British Isles), and the funding situation for farmers in Northern Ireland.#farming #food #regenerativefarming #organicfarming #northernireland #loughneagh #irishmoiledcattle #cattle #nifarming #irishfarming

The farm vet is critical for farmers navigating the transition to food and ecological security. In this programme we find out what that means in practice. How is the veterinary profession changing? Can a business model built on meds and emergency care pivot to preventative health and farm system advice? ffinlo Costain is joined by The Regenerative Vet, Claire Whittle - by Lee-Anne Oliver from Ruminant Revival - and by Helen Rogers, a regenerative farmer and a director of Friars Moor Livestock Health.

ffinlo Costain talks to author Chris Smaje, whose new book, Findings Lights in a Dark Age, is the perfect Christmas gift for anyone with a vested interest in the future of humanity.Now is the time, says Smaje, for local communities - not multinational corporations or centralised government - to reorganise economy, land, energy and food production, so that the light at the end of the tunnel is lit, and when we fall into a global multiverse of crises, we can find our way more easily to a better world.Findings Lights in a Dark Age, by Chris Smaje, is published by Chelsea Green, and is available wherever good books are sold.

We focus on natural capital opportunities for farmers in Scotland. How can farmers and other land owners get support and earn an income by improving nature and selling natural capital outcomes.ffinlo Costain is joined by Bruce Wilson, Head of Policy and Advocacy at Scottish Wildlife Trust - by David Robertson, Director of Investment and Business Development at Scottish Woodlands Limited - and by Johnnie Balfour, Managing Partner at Balbirnie Home Farms.#soilcarbon #carbonfarming #regenerativefarming #resilience #biodiversity #rivers #watermanagement #forests #timber #forestcarbon #trees #nature #naturefriendly

Professor Sir Dieter Helm's recent paper - The future of British farming - has received applause and consternation on social media. For Helm, British farming stands on the brink of its most profound transformation "since the coming of tractors and fertilisers" - but the vision he sets out is disturbing. The paper describes the technical and financial forces shaping modern agriculture, while treating regenerative farming with a sceptic's eye. Is Helm right? Is data-enabled precision ag, AI and vertical farming the future? Should the polluter pay? Is regen poorly defined and glyphosate dependent? And - what does all this mean for the family farm?ffinlo Costain meets Professor Sir Dieter Helm alongside regenerative and organic farmer, Patrick Holden, the Chief Executive of the Sustainable Food Trust. * Farm Gate is the world's highest ranking food security podcast* More land use news at 8point9.com

ffinlo Costain (8point9.com) and Joe Stanley (GWCT Allerton Project) meet for Farm Gate's monthly discussion programme. This time:They discuss:Radical war-scale transformation needed in UK food systemHow food security depends on geopoliticsProf. Sir Dieter Helm's new paper: The Future of British FarmingLloyds report aims to help farmers reduce climate and nature risks"Extreme weather is making our bread less British"Class action style legal claim on the River WyeUsing nature to help tackle mental health issuesMore land use news at 8point9.com

What's happening on Papley Grove Farm this November? ffinlo Costain talks to Martin Lines from the Nature Friendly Farming Network - and meets Ifan Davies, who farms with his daughter at Carreg-y-Bîg in Wales, to talk about the pressures of social media and the Welsh Sustainable Farming Incentive.More land use news at 8point9.com

What's the business model for regenerative dairy? What sort of financial models are required to help deliver regeneration through the dairy value chain.This conversation is based on a panel at Land Alive at The Dairy Show at the Bath & West Showground.ffinlo Costain is joined by:Nick Hindle, First Milk's Communications DirectorTamara Giltsoff, Senior Associate at the Soil Association Exchange and co-founder of Land AliveNiels Corfield, an independent farming advisor & trainerHarry Farnsworth, who works on financial innovations within the food and agriculture supply chain at RabobankThomas Slattery, a comms specialist working with the ADOPT Support Hub.Land Alive at The Dairy Show was curated by Tom Pycraft from Ark Events.

In this episode, Kevin and Charles sit down with Ben from Energy Pathways to explore MESH, the company's nationally significant long-duration energy storage and clean-power hub. They discuss how the UK's wind curtailment problem costs billions annually and how compressed air storage in salt caverns could provide up to seven days of dispatchable renewable power. Ben explains the project's Section 35 fast-track approval, the use of methane pyrolysis for low-cost hydrogen, and the integration of low-carbon ammonia and graphite production to support the UK's industrial strategy. He also outlines key partnerships with Siemens Energy, Costain, KBR, and Hazer, current funding milestones, and how the scalable MESH model could shape the UK's path to Clean Power 2030. Disclaimer & Declaration of Interest This podcast may contain paid promotions, including but not limited to sponsorships, endorsements, or affiliate partnerships. The information, investment views, and recommendations provided are for general informational purposes only and should not be construed as a solicitation to buy or sell any financial products related to the companies discussed. Any opinions or comments are made to the best of the knowledge and belief of the commentators; however, no responsibility is accepted for actions based on such opinions or comments. The commentators may or may not hold investments in the companies under discussion. Listeners are encouraged to perform their own research and consult with a licensed professional before making any financial decisions based on the content of this podcast. 

Nature friendly farming can help producers achieve economic, social and ecological resilience in the face of increasingly extreme weather.Last week saw Scotland's first Nature Friendly Farming Summit, which took place in Edinburgh. The theme was: Farming for nature, profit and public good.ffinlo Costain meets:~ Denise Walton, an organic, Pasture for Life-certified livestock farmer from Peelham Farm in Berwickshire - she's also the Chair of the Nature Friendly Farming Network Scotland~ Matt Griffin, the Farm Manager at Neidpath Farm in the Scottish Borders and a member of the NFFN Steering Group~ David McKay, the Co-Director of the Soil Association Scotland. * Farm Gate is the world's number one food security podcast. It's part of 8point9.com

English nature faces an unprecedented human-made environmental crisis as thousands of Countryside Stewardship agreements expire at the end of this year. Over 4,500 farms are affected, threatening to undo years of conservation work.We'll discuss why we're in this mess - what it could mean for England's nature - and what can be done about it. ffinlo Costain (8point9.com) is joined by Anna Biesty (Deepdale Farm) Martin Hole (Montague Farm) Chris Millward (Bibbey's Wild Farms) and Martin Lines (Nature Friendly Farming Network).* Watch instead? Search 'Farm Gate podcast' on YouTube* More land use news at 8point9.com

Towards the end of last year, the National Infrastructure Commission for Wales made a recommendation to Welsh Government: nature should have a voice in decisions about flood policy and infrastructure.Today we ask, why? How? And what difference would it make - if nature had a voice?ffinlo Costain is joined by Dr David Clubb, Chair of the National Infrastructure Commission for Wales, and Eurig Salisbury, a poet and lecturer at Aberystwyth University.

Wheat from the Chaff is Farm Gate and 8point9.com's monthly discussion programme. Regulars, ffinlo Costain (8point9.com) and Joe Stanley (GWCT Allerton Project), are joined by Nikki Yoxall, Technical Director at Pasture for Life, and Rhys Evans, NFFN Cymru's Sustainable Farming Lead.This time:

A farmers' jury has found that carbon tunnel vision is alienating many farmers and slowing action to address the nature crisis. ffinlo Costain is joined by Dr Amy Jackson (University of Nottingham), Adrian Ivory (Strathisla Farms in Perthshire), and Liz Warner (Green Shoots Farm Consultancy).Key moments:* The motivation behind the farmers' jury* Key takeaways* Views on net zero and how it's been applied to farming* The dangers of carbon tunnel vision* Metric used to assess farm impact* Changing the way that we measure methane* The dangers of offshoring emissions reduction from food production* Net zero has created resistance in the farming community* Motivating farmers to address the climate and nature crisesFarm Gate is Britain's top-ranked regenerative agriculture podcast - globally ranked 2nd for food security; 3rd for regen.To watch this podcast instead, search 'Farm gate podcast' on YouTube.#netzero #climate #regenfarming #farming #food #methane #GWP* #AFNNetwork+

Think the biggest cybersecurity threat to your business comes from hackers outside the building? Think again. In this week's Cut to the Chase: Podcast, Gregg welcomes Jason Costain, Founder of Javloc and former Head of Fraud Prevention at a major UK bank, to explore the hidden cybersecurity risks facing law firms and small businesses today. Jason explains modern cybersecurity in simple terms, covering everything from internal fraud and employee mistakes to new tools like biometric ID and AI. Discover why law firms need more than just basic IT security to protect client money, how to be ready with quick response plans, and why adding extra security steps can actually keep you safer.  Whether you work in law or business, this episode gives clear, practical tips to help protect your business from today's cyber threats. What to expect in this episode: Insider Threats Are Rising: Why internal errors and employee apathy can be as damaging as outside hackers What Law Firms Can Learn from UK Banks: How hundreds of millions in proactive scam prevention changed the game Beyond Insurance: Why traditional cyber coverage often falls short after a breach The Future of Fraud Defense: Biometric authentication, AI tools, and separating real security from tech hype Crypto Is the New Frontier: Why law firms must understand the risks and fraud patterns in the digital asset space Breaking the “Happy Path” Myth: Why most systems aren't built for fraud—and what happens when customer service fails Real Breach Recovery Tactics: What actually helps clients recover funds—and where U.S. firms fall behind Why Friction Matters: How intentionally slowing down high-risk transactions can actually prevent major losses Key Actionable Takeaways: Audit Internally, Not Just Externally: Internal errors or fraud can be just as costly as external attacks—review financial processes and approval workflows regularly. Push Vendors for More: Demand biometric authentication and real-time AI fraud tools from banks and payment platforms—legacy systems leave you exposed. Be Prepared for Breaches: Have a rapid-response plan ready for compromised client funds—waiting until disaster strikes is too late. Add Smart Friction: Introduce additional steps for large or unusual transactions—slowing things down when it matters most can prevent catastrophic losses.   Stay tuned for more updates, and don't miss our next deep dive on Cut to The Chase: Podcast with Gregg Goldfarb!   Subscribe, rate, review, and share this episode of the Cut to the Chase: Podcast!   Resources: Check out Javloc: https://www.javloc.com  Connect with Jason on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-costain-b529746  This episode was produced and brought to you by Reignite Media.

Today we welcome Ffinlo Costain onto the R2Kast!