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There's a change of plan at Grange Farm, and Brian has something up his sleeve.

Stella's got the day off and is working on her pitch for Borchester Land. She hopes to reason them into a green package to be proud of for the coming decades. Pip invites her to get some fresh air when she goes over to Grange Farm to see if there are any extra bales from haymaking. They find Neil and Ben relaxing in the sun while the tedder's being fixed. George is sunburnt from taking his shirt off to pose for videos of himself posted for Tilly Button's eyes. She keeps saying she'll come over but hasn't turned up yet. Neil comes across a stray cat and kittens in the stackyard and they all go over to look at them. When Ben wonders what to do with them, Neil counsels just keeping an eye on them for now. Eddie can probably find homes for the kittens. Stella's surprised when Pip can't get over how cute they are.Paul tells Alistair that he's finished with Etienne – they wanted different things. Talk turns to Denise who's always been such a support for Paul. He had a great heart-to-heart with his dad on Sunday too. It made Paul realise that although he enjoys partying, what he really craves are cosy nights in with a special someone. He reckons his parents' relationship is such a great role model – he just wishes they'd stop worrying about him. Paul wonders if they're the reason why he can't find ‘the one'. Perhaps he's aiming too high because his parents have such a great marriage. He goes, leaving Alistair feeling awkward.

Minds are changed at Grange Farm, and several residents plot an intervention.

Debate rages at Grange Farm, and Lily treads carefully.

This week's podcast is presented by Jacqueline and Stephen. The episode title was suggested by ...We hear from:· Shirley from the Fens, a first-time callerinnerer (hurrah!) who has been thinking about the weather· Jen, Ambridge Pony Club, who has finally got something she has waited thirteen years for· Glyn, who has his predictions for the year ahead· Claire from Clapham, who has been thinking about Helen· Vicky, who is disappointed in Denise· Brian, who isn't impressed by the Bridge Farm lot· Rob, who has been wondering about that Grange Farm land,· And finally Christopher, who also has his doubts about Denise.We also have an email from Witherspoon, whose laryngitis means he couldn't actually call about all that counselling.Plus: we have the Week In Ambridge by Suey, a roundup of the Dumteedum Facebook group by Jacqueline and the Three Twitter Gongs from Theo.Please call into the show using this link:www.speakpipe.com/dumteedum. Or send us a voicenote via WhatsApp on: +44 7810 012 881 (07810012 881 if in the UK) – Open the WhatsApp app, key in the number and click on the microphone icon.Or email us at dumteedum@mail.comDetails of the Academic Archers 2024 Conference can be found at https://www.academicarchers.net/2024-conference***Also Sprach Zarathustra licenceCreative Commons ► Attribution 3.0 Unported ► CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..."You are free to use, remix, transform, and build upon the materialfor any purpose, even commercially. You must give appropriate credit."Conducted byPhilip Milman ► https://pmmusic.pro/Funded ByLudwig ► / ludwigahgren Schlatt ► / jschlattlive COMPOSED BY / @officialphilman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tony and Tom discuss how to cover Bridge Farm work without Johnny. They agree to ask George to cover Johnny's work. Tony asks whether Tom and Natasha bidding for the Grange Farm land is a good idea, as they are both looking exhausted and barely able to cover the work they already have. Tony also mentions that he is going to help Peggy with an Estate Agent who is coming to value The Lodge, musing that he was hoping that his children would have got the benefits of that. Later Tom confides to Tony that he's worried about the idea of building a house on the land but doesn't know how to tell Natasha. Tony suggests just being honest. Later Natasha and Tom agree that now isn't the right time for the land project.Clarrie and Eddie clear out the old barn. Clarrie finds her old pram and becomes emotional telling Eddie all of her memories are at Grange Farm. She wonders what they'll do when Oliver eventually sells. Eddie tells her about the Almshouses he's been researching and asks her to keep an open mind until she has read more. Later after reading the information Clarrie and Eddie feel much more hopeful about the future and Clarrie congratulates Eddie on finding something official rather than one of his half-baked schemes. Later on they both wonder who will buy the land and hope its Brian who at least is a farmer and with whom they already have a good relationship.

Oliver is confident that selling the land at Grange Farm will give them enough money to finish the bedrooms at Grey Gables. Adil thinks getting the kitchen right first is more important and reckons he has the perfect solution: buying the kitchen from ‘La Femme du Monde' restaurant, which has closed down. But then Ian hands in his notice. Despairing Adil confides in Azra, who boosts his confidence and suggests he can still change Ian's mind. Adil ropes Oliver in to help him talk to Ian, promising that he won't run away again, despite Oliver overhearing him say to Azra that he felt like doing so. Tearful Adil then explains that the day he packed his bags was Sabha's birthday, when he basically falls apart. Sympathetic Oliver cites his experience with Caroline, telling Adil he could have helped. Ian then spurns Azra's attempt to mediate on her brother's behalf. But when Adil tells Ian about the chance to buy this amazing kitchen, Ian is clearly tempted to stay, before Azra reveals she got the job as GP at the local surgery. Brian reveals to Oliver that Natalia knew Jennifer from the WI and was on the cookery course Brian did. He bumped into Natalia last week in Felpersham and invited her to the party to make it go with a zing. But that's all. Brian then expresses his disappointment that Oliver hasn't offered to sell him the land at Grange Farm before going to auction, but Oliver won't budge. He needs the best price he can get.

In the shop Helen gets flustered about mislaying her bank card, then accidentally smashes a jar of mayonnaise. Helen cuts herself picking up the glass, so Jim invites her to sit down for tea and biscuits, sensing how discombobulated she is. Helen tells Jim how she feels worse since seeing Miles yesterday. She still can't quite believe Rob is dead. Jim tells her about his experience going to the funeral of his abuser, Harold Jayston. Although he couldn't bring himself to go inside the church it still helped, by providing an ending of sorts, knowing he could never come across the man again. Helen admits she's ridiculously tired, thoughts constantly whirring, having disturbing dreams about Rob. Jim reassures, it will get easier over time. For him, in the end, the abuser hasn't defined his life because he's only a small part of it. Jim thinks it will be the same for her and that Helen will start to thrive from now on. Helen agrees, maybe she will. Stella teases Brian about the expensive watch his family have given him. Brian is very pleased with it and proud of his family. They talk about what they could do with the Grange Farm land, if their bid is successful. Ed then collars them to make the case for grazing his Texels at Home Farm. Stella's initial response is to turn Ed down, but Brian persuades her that they could at least think about it.

Lilian suggests to Alice that the Grange Farm land could be a good acquisition for The Stables. Perhaps Harry might have an opinion? Alice admits he gave her his card, but she dismisses Lilian's urge to matchmake. By coincidence, Harry appears with treats for Sadie. Lilian launches into her idea of creating an equine wellness centre, while Alice is cagey, keen to end the conversation. Later, Lilian tells Alice off for being rude to Harry. Alice apologises and Lilian points out that spending a bit of time with him wouldn't be the end of the world. Alice rings Harry to apologise for her behaviour earlier. Harry tells her not to worry. Before hanging up Alice says perhaps she could still take him on that tour of The Stables sometime. On their way to Ruairi's birthday party, Kate justifies saying no to Alan's idea of church yoga sessions. Jakob tells her Alan's vetoed this year's Christmas tree to save money. Kate then rules herself out of volunteering to help produce a Christmas show. On arrival at the party, Jakob spots no-one else is in costume - Kate forgot to tell the others. Jakob feels like a prize idiot, dressed as a centurion. Both Ben and Alice try to make Jakob feel better, while later on Kate admits she was wrong about Jakob - he's a team player when it counts. Jakob then reveals he's helping Usha with the Christmas show and thinks Kate should help too, if she wants, whatever Peggy's position. Kate agrees to do it, just for Jakob.

Alan tells Jakob that Kate turned down his invitation to hold a weekly Spiritual Home session at the church, in support of Peggy's stance. Jakob can't believe it after what she said yesterday, but goes to see Usha on Kate's behalf about borrowing a sari. At The Stables Lilian quizzes Jakob about the Grange Farm land sale, but he can't tell her anything. He then asks Lilian if she thinks he's a kill-joy. Of course not, she replies quickly, before things become awkward and Jakob beats a retreat. Harry Chilcott then introduces himself to Lilian, demanding to see someone about Sadie, the horse he bought for his niece. He considers the horse's recent injury to be the result of poor decision-making by The Stables. Learning the manager isn't around, he says he'll return tomorrow. Helen looks for a card in the shop that Jack can give Rob. She tells Joy she doesn't want Jack giving Rob his handmade one in case Rob says something hurtful. When Helen's phone rings, it's Miles. He tells her Rob's deteriorating quickly but has refused a hospice, so now has nurses visiting his flat and Helen needs to bring forward Jack's visit to tomorrow. Helen's not sure Jack should see Rob in his condition, but Miles presses her to say yes. Supportive Joy then agrees to go with Helen when she takes Jack to see Rob. Helen is fearful of how Jack will respond to seeing Rob, but Joy thinks if he's anything like Helen, he'll brave it out.

At Berrow, Jazzer gets increasingly frustrated when the computer he's using crashes again. Hannah encourages him to keep going with the management training, but quickly realises he doesn't actually want the job. Jazzer's worried about letting Tracy down, but Hannah tells him to stop beating himself up. Later, in The Bull, Jazzer tells Tracy he's not going for Hannah's job after all – he's good around pigs not being stuck in an office. He thought Tracy would be fuming, but she says she loves him no matter what. Jazzer then gets a message from Hannah saying she's moving in with Stella, so she can stay on at Berrow after all. At the Tearoom George talks Tracy and Emma through the merchandising methods Bridge Farm are using to boost sales. Emma thinks he sounds just like Natasha. Helen comes in and asks Emma about Oliver's land sale progress. She mentions Bridge Farm could be interested, then switches focus to the newly arrived promo stands, yet to go out on the tables. Sensitive to Fallon's issues with the Tearoom ownership, Helen compromises by having just one stand at the till. Later, Emma reports the promotion is doing well. When Helen has to leave suddenly to collect Jack from school, George offers to man the shop. Emma is proud of him for stepping up. George asks about the Grange Farm land sale and Emma says Martyn Gibson is going to look round tomorrow. George wonders if he can put Martyn off somehow, but Emma tells him to stay out of it.

Tracy chivvies Jazzer as he takes time over breakfast. Jazzer's feeling unsure about taking on Hannah's job, but Tracy says he's got nothing to worry about - she believes in him and reminds him to believe in himself. At Berrow, Hannah shows how data is recorded and used to an overawed Jazzer. His heart sinks when Hannah says there is more to show him in the office. He struggles to get to grips with the spreadsheets Hannah shows him and his head swims with all the information she is sharing. When Tracy calls, Jazzer lies, saying it's all going well and she tells him she's proud of him. Ed collars Eddie about doing nothing since Oliver announced he's looking at selling part of Grange Farm. Eddie tells Ed to stop worrying and accept it's all out of their control. Oliver joins them and Eddie and Ed are stunned to learn that he plans to sell 10 acres. Ed panics about what this will mean for grazing his Texel flock. Oliver delivers another blow by explaining that to raise the money he needs he has to sell prime land that has planning permission and road access. Eddie realises this means the plot includes a barn that goes back through Grundy history. Eddie and Ed continue to challenge Oliver about his decision. When Oliver appeals for them to be rational, Eddie counters that Oliver's decision to rebuild Grey Gables isn't rational. They reach a stand-off and Oliver decides to walk away before anyone says something they'll regret.

Helen drops Henry at school, but he doesn't want to be there. He thinks Lee will have gone before he returns and blames Helen for spoiling everything. Later, as he packs, Lee reminds Helen that their break-up was her decision. He loves Henry and Jack, and Helen's hopeful they will all still see each other. They acknowledge this is the hardest thing they've ever done. Later, Henry is cold towards Helen and Lee gently asks him not to speak to his mum in that way. Lee makes it clear that Helen and he have made a joint decision about living apart. It's difficult, but it's the right thing to do. Lee promises to see Henry and Jack regularly, then arranges to spend next Sunday with them. Later, before Lee leaves, Helen thanks him and apologises for how things have turned out. They hug and say a final goodbye. Will asks Oliver about the possibility of selling Grange Farm. Oliver's hopeful he won't have to sell the farmhouse, if he can parcel off a section of land. He stresses that nothing has been decided yet. Adil arrives to clear the air. Oliver is angry and wants Adil to know how his actions are impacting others. Adil wants to put things right, but Oliver thinks that's impossible. Plus, he thinks it's too much of a risk. However, Adil makes three promises to Oliver: to win back his trust, to deliver a finished hotel and to repay the extra investment they've put in. Oliver accepts, on condition that Adil runs every decision past him.

George is grateful to Clarrie for inviting him over for dinner. He's fed up with Will's basic stews. George reveals to Clarrie and Eddie that Tilly came round yesterday to choose a guinea pig with her young cousins. Eddie's proud of Poppy's sales initiative. Oliver interrupts them and George has to leave the room. Oliver explains how bad things are at Grey Gables. Everything is in a mess and he needs to find £250,000 to rectify things. He really hopes it won't mean he'll have to sell Grange Farm but he can't rule it out. Helen admits to Kirsty she's not in a hurry to get home. Kirsty reminds Helen of how much she missed Lee when he went to San Francisco but Helen's not sure that's really true. If she's honest, she finds things easier to cope with when Lee's not around. Added to that their relationship hasn't felt romantic for a very long time. Kirsty suggests ways Helen and Lee could repair things but Helen's not convinced anything will work. Kirsty implores her to talk to Lee. Lee joins Henry on a game and asks how it went with Alan. Henry doesn't think he was brave, just an idiot. Lee understands Henry's anger and admits he's feeling angry too. They agree they should both apologise to Helen. Later, when Helen returns, she asks Henry to head to bed because she wants to talk to Lee. However, Henry and Lee present their plan for tomorrow – a super-fun family day – to make up for a difficult week. Helen hugs Henry and tells him she loves him.

George wants his eighteenth birthday party at Ambridge View. Susan thinks Grange Farm would be much more suitable, but George reckons they don't want it there either. They chat about the new dairy window and Susan's struggles with the mock questions. Susan thinks she'll be fine once she's sure of her facts. George offers to lend a hand. He fires her some questions based on the manual but soon gets bored of that. He poses some more interesting ones. Susan sees the merit in these and asks for more. George declares he needs to get home for his tea, and to persuade his mum and Ed about the party – He's sure they'll still say no. Suitably softened, Susan offers to put in a word. Later George gives Clarrie his dairy patter as he did with Susan, flattering Clarrie's ability to chat about her job. The desired result is achieved when she also agrees to talk to Emma and Ed for George. Debbie admits to Adam that she jumped to the wrong conclusion over Brian and Joy. Adam thinks Brian will understand. She just needs to say sorry. But Brian's unwilling to accept her apology. Debbie elaborates – he can't blame her for thinking the worst, he does have form. Brian accuses Debbie of still not trusting him, and harsh words are exchanged. Debbie goes too far, implying that Brian's affairs contributed to Jennifer's heart condition. Instantly regretting her words, Debbie tells Adam there were things said that can't be unsaid. She doesn't think there's a way of putting this right.

Vince makes a surprising offer, and there's a new venture in the pipeline at Grange Farm.

Tom has a dilemma. Natasha's excited to tell people their baby news, and so is he, but it's the fifth anniversary of when he and Kirsty's lost their baby this week. Understanding Natasha says she's happy to wait another couple of weeks before going totally public, but Tom doesn't want Kirsty finding out from another source in the meantime. After all, Hazel knows about the pregnancy and is a loose cannon. He arranges to meet Kirsty, who pre-empts him by guessing Natasha's pregnant. She assures Tom she's fine with it, and congratulates him. But when she finds out it's twins, it becomes clear the news is hard for her to take. Tom reports to Natasha that he's messed it up, and that Kirsty's upset. When Natasha probes the history a little she wonders why Tom hasn't told her before. He admits he finds the loss of Wren, their son, too much to talk about. Natasha suggests he visits the Remembrance Garden where Wren's ashes are scattered. Jake's staying with Mia at Grange Farm. She suspects he's seeing someone, which he hotly denies. She won't let it go, and is appalled when she discovers the mystery girl is her nemesis, Chelsea Horrobin. She warns Jake Chelsea will break his heart – because Chelsea doesn't have one, which Jake is about to find out.

Clarrie and Susan rifle through bags of material donated for the additional extras' costumes. Clarrie warns Susan not to get any ideas about making late changes to her costume. Meanwhile Alice and Chris meet to discuss arrangements with Martha over Christmas. Alice gives Chris a pair of Christmas socks. Alan passes and ends up explaining that Usha and Amy are spending Christmas at Shiv's but he insists he won't be alone as he'll be so busy with church commitments. Oliver finds Kirsty half-asleep at work. Being the producer of The Ambridge Mystery Plays is taking its toll; it's taken over her life. Oliver tries to help her regain her motivation for the show. She's not sure she can gee up the cast with so many notes on their performances to pass on. Oliver suggests putting on a cast celebration once it's all over. He'll even sponsor some awards. Kirsty thinks it's a great idea. Hearing from Chris that Alan is alone over Christmas, Susan chews this information over with Clarrie as they work in the dairy. Could this be the first crack in Alan and Usha's relationship? Susan feels terrible with Alan being so supportive of Alice and Chris recently. When she prompts Clarrie about the GIF of Alan, Clarrie feels equally bad. Later, Clarrie and Susan find Alan at St. Stephen's and question him about Usha going away. They insist he splits his time on Christmas Day between Ambridge View and Grange Farm. Alan tries to turn down their offers but finds it impossible!

Will chastises Mia for not giving appropriate notice on whether she's staying at Grange Farm or at her dad's. He wants her to write a letter of apology to Martyn Gibson which Mia doesn't want to do. He also wants her to come with him to apologise to Stella and is surprised when Mia happily agrees. Mia genuinely apologises to Stella, who says a letter to Martyn won't be necessary after she had a word with him herself. Stella compliments Will on his dog Kai. She's hoping to get a dog of her own soon and is keen for training tips from Will. On their way back Mia wonders about Stella, and tells Will that she thinks Stella likes him. Will's certain that Stella wouldn't be interested in someone like him. Pat and Tony's relief that Tom and Natasha aren't moving in until the new year is extinguished when Tom asks if they can come tomorrow instead. With Natasha visiting her parents he wants to get the move done before her return. When Tom starts bringing round belongings, Tony and Pat are stunned at the amount. With the move proving stressful, Pat worries what actually living with Tom and Natasha will be like. Tony finds Tom struggling with furniture in the flat and asks him what's going on. Tom opens up over his fear about losing the baby, as he and Kirsty did. What's more he feels terrible guilt for living longer than his big brother, John. Tony consoles Tom and reassures him that their baby is going to be fine.

Ed is surprised to find a stranger at the breakfast table at Grange Farm. They quickly place one another – it is Mr York who taught Ed at school. Eddie explains that they will be dropping him off at his wedding before going to work at the livestock market. There is no time for the groom to go home so he is borrowing Ed's wedding suit. It is not a great fit. On the way to the wedding Mr York reveals his nicknames for Ed, Will and Emma. He is relieved George has finished school – he wouldn't want the tale of his stag night and sleeping in the limo to get round school. When Eddie points out that Mia is still a Borchester Green pupil, Mr York stumps up a large tip to ensure she keeps quiet. Later, Ed wangles most of the money from Eddie, stating he has learned from the best. After a last minute check over by Ruth, Ben is interviewed for a place on a nursing course. Ben flounders with nerves but before the interview ends he talks honestly about why he is set on becoming a nurse and how inspiring his mum's recovery from cancer is. Back home Ben admits to his mum he wishes he could redo the interview. Ruth reassures him; she could not be more proud.

Ed’s appalled to find evidence of more fly tipping on Grange Farm land. It’s in a field of sheep, and a ewe’s injured. He tends to her cut lip as best he can, and resolves to fit a strong padlock and chain on the field gate. Emma’s growing veg, though she’s wary of trespassing on Clarrie’s domain. She has to admit, however, that her tomatoes are tastier than anything Clarrie’s grown. She used some old seeds she found in Joe’s collection. Having endured a long call full of helpful gardening tips from Jennifer, who’d been put up to it by Chris, she laments that all she needs is new ideas, not chapter and verse. She wonders whether she should take over the organisational bits of the garden to lighten Clarrie’s load. An idea for an online Flower & Produce show occurs to her. Chris is irritated that Emma’s left it to Alice to get birthday presents for Gary and Tracy, instead of their usual joint arrangement. Emma doesn’t agree with Alice giving up her job, but Chris reckons she doesn’t understand how stressful it was for Alice at Pryce Baumann. Chris is amused by client Thandi’s latest boyfriend, who’s married. Later Chris is accused by Thandi of pricking a horse’s foot. He’s sure the horse was fine when he left her property. Thandi’s a keyboard warrior and he’s worried for his reputation.

Content with his semi-retired status, Brian doesn’t envy Adam running Home Farm and juggling family time. He’s surprised Adam didn’t mention his trouble finding cherry pickers. Brian visits Grange Farm and recruits Eddie, Clarrie, Ed, Will and Emma for the cherry harvest. Brian’s pleased to see Eddie looks happy after the year the Grundys have had with Will. Alice also helps with picking, persuaded by Chris. Alice tells Adam she’s pulled a sickie with Pryce Baumann. She wants to come up with a plan for her future before she tells her family she no longer has a job. After talking to Jennifer, Debbie video calls Alice. She’s relieved both Jennifer and Brian are healthy. She wonders whether Jennifer would have been happier staying with Roger and feels bad for not staying in better contact with Roger herself. Over a call, Alice has a lot to say about why she has left Pryce Baumann. Debbie notices that Alice was drinking a lot of wine and calls Chris to check that Alice is OK. Alice reflects on why she talked so much, reasoning that she had no choice but to quit after she was threatened with the sack. But she worries that Pryce Baumann may not give her a reference and it’s not a good time to find employment. Meanwhile, Chris thinks Alice looks peaceful and like the girl he married ten years ago. He reassures Debbie that Alice has done the right thing - and he likes a drink as much as she does. Chris feels the effects of their drinking last night but Alice looks great and stress-free. Chris’s sculpture commission for a new baby has changed from an oak to a birch tree. Chris wonders if this time next year he and Alice might have a child of their own.

Ed meets Robert in Borchester – Robert’s collecting Lynda’s medication Ed’s looking forward to shearing season and Jazzer is fully on board now. Leonie rings Robert after hearing he’ll be opening then B&B again. She thinks it’s too much work for him as well as looking after Lynda but Robert won’t be persuaded otherwise. Leonie then speaks to Lynda about taking on B&B guests and insists that she comes to help them. She’ll also bring Mungo who is desperate to see Lynda. Eddie keeps Ed busy with errands all day to keep him away from Grange Farm. When Ed returns, he’s shocked to see a mobile home in the yard. Thinking it’s travellers he marches over to order them to leave. To his surprise, Emma opens the door. Emma explains this is was what the money from the joint account was for. She’s realised they don’t need a fancy house, just a home of their own. When Emma asks Ed if he will live there too, he agrees. They’ll be a proper family again and they say “I love you” to each other.

To complete our conversation on Urban Green Roofs BCR visited the Brooklyn Grange rooftop form in the Navy Yards on top of Building #3. Anastasia Cole Plakias -- a co-founder and Chief Operating Office of the Grange -- gave us a tour of the farm atop of the quite large warehouse building with magnificent views of the Manhattan skyline. It is an inspiring story of a possible future of our city as a concrete jungle that becomes vibrantly green.And be sure to catch the conversation on BCR #70 with City Council member Rafael Espinal and two experts on Urban Green Roofs See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Date: 07/05/19 Location: Grange Farm, Abbots Ripton, Nr Huntingdon  Show notes: Andy Bailey and David Roberts are in Abbots Ripton with Crop Production Manager Paul Drinkwater.  Paul starts by welcoming ADAMA and explaining his farming unit and the crops grown. Paul moves on to discuss how the wheat field is looking after the autumn. David shares his concerns with regards to the massive cracks in the tramlines across the UK and explains rain is needed to get the best yield potential; even for clean crops (3.05) Andy turns the conversation towards fungicides and discusses with Paul his T0 fungicide application. Paul explains his high input system approach (4.43) In a pre-recorded interview, Steve Cook, an agronomist at Hampshire Arable Systems gives a crop update from the south (5.28) Paul shares how things are comparing in Cambridgeshire (14.21) Paul goes on to discuss his control of grass weeds, and explains how his pre-emergence chemistry worked well. He shares how he aims to get his pre-em on 48 hours after drilling. David echoes the importance of this approach (17.19) Taking a break from Grange Farm, we caught up online with Rob Harris, the Communications Manager at the Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution (RABI) to discuss their great charity.  (19.04) Back on farm, Paul talks broad-leaved weeds and other problem weeds he is controlling on farm. David shares his advice. (24.08) Paul shares his experience with weed mapping. David then questions if Paul has done any resistance testing and the importance of cultural control methods (26.58) Andy questions the yellow rust status in the wheat crop (33.41) Attention then turns to Sugar beet, Paul's Sugar beet crop is all drilled and growing well. David expresses how attention to detail is important in this crop too (36.30)  Lastly the CTL revocation is discussed, with both Steve and Paul giving their views and plans for the future. Andy advocates the use of multi-sites and Folpet in particular. (39.41)

Lucy is picking up high level BBC intelligence from secret drops in Epping Forest whilst she is recording Walky Talky. These drops includes this week’s DumTeeDum from Doha. Lucy then gets the order of the podcast wrong (twice) this week and Roifield leaves her apparent confusion in the final version. 20 year listener comedian Chris Neill then keeps Lucy in painful stitches (she had just been to pilates) for some 20 minutes as they discuss the ins and outs of our favourite programme. Chris first remembers listening to the death of John Archer. If he joined the cast Chris would like to live with the Grundys at Grange Farm and have a go on Tom should the opportunity arise. For the record Sean’s partner at the Cat and Fiddle was called Peter. Lucy then did the Bartleby not Joe joke! She then explains the Archer family tree to Chris as they are all related really, but they get sidelined over Peggy. I think I should confirm that Jack and Phil Archer were brothers, which is how they are all related. Anthea... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

No Lucy again this week so Roifield has the complex task of managing men as he is joined by Jed who does an amazing update on events in Ambridge, Terry Molloy, Yokel Bear and Andrew Horn. Despite initial objections they end up agreeing that the men are typically poorly written as characters with perhaps only Rob standing out from the crowd. It also tends to explain why Shula is having difficulties in her marriage. Numerous callers cover a huge swathe of issues - listen to every possible twist and turn they illuminate Pip's relationship with Toby (some great predictions there), Rob's ability to chill an iceberg, Joe's life expectation and the lengths the writers are using to keep Joe at Grange Farm whilst allegations of dogging were made against Alastair, the rural housing crisis is examined and the calls keep coming - a very busy week whilst Millie had a kind explanation of how "Yerr Mon" should be pronounced from its originator. Steve Pirate Parrett did tweets of the week Promises were made to do it... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Lucy opened with a highly topical monologue (also packed with jokes) which ended with reference to the need for 'Rexit'! Our hosts then discussed the political situation, Russian dashcam videos and then online videos of horrors being extracted from ears! The callers stick to discussing the Archers and the elderflower cordial index which is getting a lot of online coverage. Claire, a construction planner, phoned from Florence to annoy Lucy! She also droned on about drones. Steve thinks Joe has pegged it. He also believes the drones will undermine Rob. Lucy is worried about the stains at Grange Farm. Whispering Ellen was the third first time caller celebrating the return of the "Lost". One of her predictions failed on Sunday. Other comments focussed on the need for character expiry to post date the loss of the relevant best friend. Lucy has heard rumours that the Ab Fab film may not be entirely splendiferous. Goddess Deeva talks about how deaf the men of Ambridge can be! Tweet of the Week came... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Lucy had good reason for not being her usual organised self so emulated an impala leaping around between subjects which made the podcast even more entertaining than usual. The monologue did major on teeth and geese, and she accurately replayed the worst successful job interview in history. Lots of predictions this week – the Sterlings do not return but the Grundies move to Grange Farm as caretakers; Roy gets together with either Lizzie or Kirsty; although the betting is on Kirsty (aided by Fallon and Kathy who knows about violence at the hands of Owen King) sorting Rob with a Christmas termination of the baby for Helen before Kirsty settles down with Tom. Roifield is predicting that DTD will soon be starting a TV channel. Technology was discussed at length as no iphone can detect Rob’s edging and anyway a deleted video can always be recovered and mobile phones have undermined popping round to see people – which still happens in The Archers. But Lucy is wrong on mobiles... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.