Best Arable Podcasts (2025)

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Harvest wins and woes and arable sector outlook 33:10

1d ago33:10

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Join Ash Ellwood, head of arable, and machinery reporter James Huyton to discuss all things harvest. From weather woes to new plant genetics, we explore the challenges and offerings of this year's harvest. We also speak with mixed arable and poultry farmer Will Oliver, who farms just over 800 hectares in Leicestershire, to hear about his harvest an…

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378 Darren Doherty - 35 years in regeneration training farmers and the role of tech and AI 1:41:40

4d ago1:41:40

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A conversation with Darren J Doherty, co-founder of Regrarians, in the space of regeneration and regenerating for over 35 years, about the role of technology, AI, and large language models in training farmers and agronomists. We touch on how expensive and too-short workshops are hurting everyone, and why a hybrid model, grounded on the land and in …

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5-Minute British Farming Daily August - 12, 2025 3:06

4d ago3:06

3:06

UK farmgate prices experience volatility as DEFRA announces new regulatory frameworks and subsidy programs. Rural economy adapts to post-Brexit agricultural policies while equipment demand increases.By Niche News

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5-Minute British Farming Daily August - 11, 2025 5:26

5d ago5:26

5:26

UK farmers navigate evolving trade relationships and labor challenges, DEFRA policy developments reshape agricultural support frameworks, and rural economy adapts to changing market conditions.By Niche News

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5-Minute British Farming Daily August - 10, 2025 6:07

6d ago6:07

6:07

The Ulster Farmers' Union has raised concerns about a new nature scheme, while DEFRA is returning £150 million in grants to farmers. Two bird flu cases have been confirmed on UK farms, highlighting biosecurity risks.By Niche News

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Kemi Badenoch hits out on inheritance tax, dairy farmer crowdfunds renewable energy project, harvest update & deep dive into autumn weed control 49:03

8d ago49:03

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In this episode, Tory leader Kemi Badenoch visits an Essex farm – meeting farmers to talk about inheritance tax. We’ve an exclusive interview. We meet the Yorkshire dairy farmer who is starting a renewable energy company – and powering up the local community. And we take an in-depth look at autumn weed control. This episode of the Farmers Weekly Po…

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24 Hours in Farming: A beef and arable farmer's view | #farm24 51:50

8d ago51:50

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In this #farm24 special, ambassador Amy Wilkinson hosts this 24 Hours in Farming episode and talks about Inheritance Tax and the possible outcome, and how on her farm at home the beef business is going well, but it is quite the opposite on the arable side. But how does all of this impact consumers and do they understand? Message us…

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377 Rob de Laet - Water is key to cool the planet within 20 years 1:11:22

11d ago1:11:22

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A conversation with Rob de Laet, project lead of Cooling the Climate and co-author of the book Cooling the Climate: How to Revive the Biosphere and Cool the Earth Within 20 Years. The science is pretty clear and getting clearer by the day: water cools the planet. The more living, healthy vegetation we have on this planet, predominately perennials a…

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On Air at Groundswell - Building a sustainable farming business: "We need to get MPs out on farms" 19:39

11d ago19:39

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As part of our special podcast series brought to you by the School of Sustainable Food and Farming at Harper Adams University, this episode looks at what a sustainable farming future really looks like, and how to achieve it. Some of last year's panellists join us once again to talk about getting MP's on farm and how sustainable farming systems can …

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Resilient Farming in Action: Live from the AgriiFocus Panel 20:00

11d ago20:00

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Today we’re recording live here at AgriiFocus, an Agrii iFarm, at North Farm near Marlborough, Wiltshire. Arable farming is facing an increasingly challenging environment. Improving the resilience of soils, crops and businesses is key to delivering productivity gains. The question is: what action can you take on farm, and what technologies can you …

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Live on Farm: The Ripening Story of British Blackcurrants in a Changing Climate 20:00

11d ago20:00

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Today we’re recording live from West End Farm in Somerset, home to RAJ Morris and their recent blackcurrant harvest. We’re here in the field with Harriet Prosser, agronomist for Ribena, and Matt Greep, fruit and horticultural agronomist with Agrii. Together, we’ll be exploring the unique challenges of growing blackcurrants – from changing weather p…

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Donald Trump on farm inheritance tax, 4WD electric pickup 'gamechanger', Clarkson's Farm goes down with bovine TB, & farmer leaves £500k to charity 48:30

15d ago48:30

48:30

In this episode, Donald Trump leaves UK prime minister Keir Starmer in stony silence as he explains why American farmers don’t pay inheritance tax. But would British farmers really be better off if President Trump was in charge of UK agriculture? Is it time to get an electric farm pickup – we look at the latest fully electric truck as it goes on sa…

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Michelin star chef Tom Aikens: "It will be eye opening for people to connect with farmers and see what it takes to produce food" 29:54

15d ago29:54

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Tom Aikens was the youngest British chef to receive two Michelin stars, and is a huge advocate for farming - what he can't grow himself, he sources from British farmers for his restaurants. This year, for the first time ever, Tom is our #farm24 chef ambassador, meaning more than ever 24 Hours in Farming can reach more members of the public. Message…

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On Air at Groundswell - Feeding the nation and making it healthy: Why aren't British farmers seen as part of the solution? 30:23

16d ago30:23

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The NHS, the health of the nation and the role farmers play in providing food for the public sector is a hot topic of conversation, and in this episode, which is part of a special podcast series brought to you by the School of Sustainable Food and Farming at Harper Adams University, we look at the connection between farmers, food and health. How ca…

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376 Sheila Darmos - Why Greece is leading the regenerative agriculture movement and what the world can learn 1:03:12

18d ago1:03:12

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A conversation with Sheila Darmos, co-founder of the Southern Lights, based in the southern Peloponnese, Greece with the mission is to spread knowledge, techniques, and the mindset for regenerative practices across all domains of human activity. Sheila is also a co-founding farmer of the European Alliance for Regenerative Agriculture (EARA) and ser…

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'Godfather' of regenerative agriculture Gabe Brown on future of farming, support for nature-friendly food production, & plan to monetise farm data 50:51

19d ago50:51

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In this episode, we take an in-depth look at the future of regenerative agriculture and examine whether it is right for your farm. We have a special interview with American farmer Gabe Brown, described as the 'god father' of regenerative agriculture, as he visits the UK. We discuss the role of government support when it comes to agro-ecology and na…

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Farm safety special: “Your farm will be here longer than you, so take your time” 40:34

22d ago40:34

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This week’s podcast is a farm safety special in conjunction with Lantra, recorded live from the Royal Welsh Show. Digital editor Emily Ashworth speaks to Stephanie Berkeley from Yellow Wellies, farmer Ioan Humphreys and Lantra’s Clegg Bamber about the impact farm safety has on people and businesses Message us…

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Crop It Like It's Hot: How plant breeders bring new wheat varieties to market 37:21

22d ago37:21

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This episode delves into the complexities of plant breeding as we visit DSV's breeding centre in Oxfordshire and discuss how a new variety is bred and the steps required to bring it to market. Join Ash Ellwood as she takes a tour of the facility while chatting with DSV's wheat breeder, Dr Matthew Kerton. Also, our brand-new addition to the podcast …

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On Air at Groundswell - Net Zero: Beyond the buzzword - 'Simple management changes can help improve your carbon footprint massively' 33:07

23d ago33:07

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This episode discusses the industry's net zero target and how farming can be seen as a leader in this mission. McDonalds Progressive Young Farmer Herbert Pickford, Map of Ag's sustainability lead Caroline Hope and consultant Chris Manley dive into how farmers are showcasing net zero practices on farm already, but also how data, technology and colla…

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Richard Dawkins | A farmer’s rural leadership journey 16:19

24d ago16:19

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In this episode of Ideas That Grow, Bryan Gibson, Farmers Weekly managing editor, talks to Richard Dawkins, 2023 Kellogg Scholar and Marlborough sheep and beef farmer. He is also the new meat and wool chair for Federated Farmers. Richard discusses his family’s diverse 602-hectare farm operation, which includes sheep, cattle, forestry, and viticultu…

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375 Matt Orlando - From Noma to building the world’s most circular restaurant and disrupting the chocolate industry 1:55:17

25d ago1:55:17

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A conversation with Matt Orlando, chef, entrepreneur, and former head chef at Noma. He is also the founder of Amass, one of the most circular and fully organic restaurants in the world, which closed at the end of 2022. He then focused on a project in Singapore and is now back in Denmark, currently very busy with, among other things, a new restauran…

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Former British Lion Tom Youngs talks rugby and farming, progress on national food strategy, Sustainable Farming Scheme for Wales, & variable catchy harvest 53:38

28d ago53:38

53:38

In this episode, former British Lion Tom Youngs shares his thoughts on farming and rugby. We run the rule on the government’s latest iteration of a national food strategy - and discuss the implications for farmers. NFU Cymru president Aled Jones voices concern about the newly announced Sustainable Farming Scheme for Wales. And we look at the ups an…

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Welsh Government launches SFS scheme 30:11

29d ago30:11

30:11

The Farmers Guardian news team discuss the newly launched Sustainable Farming Scheme, what it means for Welsh farming plus thoughts from FUW's Ian Rickman, NFU Cymru's Abi Reader and Plaid Cymru's Llyr Gruffydd Message usBy Farmers Guardian

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On Air at Groundswell - Building resilient farming systems: people, financial stability and policies that work for farmers 30:32

30d ago30:32

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As part of our special podcast series brought to you by the School of Sustainable Food and Farming at Harper Adams University, this episode looks at resilience, and that comes in many forms, from financial resilience to futureproofing farming's labour workforce with new people. To delve into this topic, we are joined by farmer Jonathan Hockley, agr…

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374 Birker, Bösel, Mazzola – The Regenerative Agronomy Gap: who do farmers call? 49:11

1M ago49:11

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A conversation with farmer Benedikt Bösel, farmer and regen agronomist Matteo Mazzola and Philippe Birker, co-founder of Climate Farmers. We need regenerative agronomists. Because let’s face it — most farmers trust their agronomist, and the chances that their agronomist is trained in regen are pretty small. We’re moving from the first group of supe…

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Live from Groundswell: A Plain English Policy Update with AIC, AHDB and Agrii 30:00

1M ago30:00

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Live from Groundswell: How can we build a more resilient farm business? Part 1 Farmers are increasingly impacted by policy changes - from regulation to subsidy reform. But what’s on the horizon? And what does it mean for on-farm decisions and long-term business planning? Guests: Ed Barker, Head of Policy and External Affairs Vicky Robinson, Head of…

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Drought and wildfire warning, new Tesco boss backs farmers, parts suppliers frustration, growing olives in Lincolnshire 50:04

1M ago50:04

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In this episode, as drought is declared in Yorkshire, we look at the impact of the dry weather across the country. Scotland faces a wildfire warning – following a 30,000 acre blaze which saw farmers and game-keepers come together to fight the flames. Tesco's new chief executive Ashwin Prasad gets out on farm – just a week into the job – saying he w…

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Groundswell special - "Regen is a broad term and that is part of the problem - what does it really mean?" 37:30

1M ago37:30

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The Farmers Guardian team recorded this week's podcast live from Groundswell 2025. In this episode you will hear from a variety of people including the team at Lannock Farm who host Groundswell and talk about their farming systems. Well-known charity Jamie's Farm is also featured, with founder Jamie Fielden talking about his roundtable discussion w…

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On Air at Groundswell - The road to sustainability: what does it mean and are farmers’ ready for the future? 31:09

1M ago31:09

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As part of our special podcast series brought to you by the School of Sustainable Food and Farming at Harper Adams University, this episode discusses sustainable farming practices and how to encourage the widespread adoption of such practices across the industry. Leprino Foods' sustainability manger Ben Williams, Liz Bowles, a net zero consultant a…

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373 Anat Shenker-Osorio - Why climate messages don’t land and how to rewrite the regenerative narrative 50:36

1M ago50:36

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A conversation with Anat Shenker-Osorio, founder of A.S.O. Communications, a progressive political communication bureau known for slogans such as “Don’t take the temperature, change it” and “A great message doesn’t say what’s already popular; a great message makes popular what needs to be said". We try so hard in the regenerative (and probably any …

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Groundswell 2025: £150m in capital grants for farmers, former Defra adviser on farming future, how to unlock nature markets, big business invests in farming, AHDB chief exec plans for farm levies 48:45

1M ago48:45

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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 …

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Graham’s Family Dairy: proud Scottish roots, family values and advice for future generations with Dr Robert Graham 25:18

1M ago25:18

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Join us for a fascinating conversation with Dr Robert Graham of Graham’s Family Dairy, a proudly homegrown Scottish dairy business deeply rooted in family values and strong relationships with producers across Scotland and just south of the border. Live from the Royal Highland Show, Dr Graham discusses the journey of growing the family business, ded…

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372 Anand Ethirajalu - Harvesting the clouds: how to transition over 10,000 farmers a year, reducing input costs and increasing profits 1:22:02

2M ago1:22:02

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A conversation with Anand Ethirajalu, farmer-turned-ecologist and project director for the Save Soil movement. We don’t talk about it much, but we should: a remarkable transition has been unfolding on the Indian subcontinent over the past few decades. Hundreds of thousands- if not millions- of farmers have been trained in regenerative practicesand …

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Early start for harvest 2025, moisture meters, why it's gone quiet on inheritance tax, Fram Farmers trials day, & CowPie Country Show 51:04

2M ago51:04

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In this episode, we preview the early start to harvest 2025 as the first combines roll into barley crops. One year after the Labour came to power, we ask why farm leaders have gone so quiet on government plans to impose inheritance on farmers. We visit a Fram Farmers trials day in Suffolk – and Hugh goes to his local Cowpie Country Fair. This episo…

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Regen special – mixed Northumberland farmer turned regenerative and builds business resilience 27:42

2M ago27:42

27:42

This week’s Farmers Guardian has ‘gone green’ as we take a deep dive into what regenerative farming means for you, as farmers, and how it relates to today’s farming industry. To investigate this further, Katie Fallon and Jane Thynne spoke to Northumberland mixed farmer, Stuart Johnston, on his own journey into regen, what a regen system looks like …

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371 Benedikt Boesel - Fully integrating 300 cows into a 1000-hectare arable very sandy farm 1:10:36

2M ago1:10:36

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It just doesn’t happen very often we record in a field surrounded by cows just after a cow gave birth to a calf. There is not more fitting place to explore the super complex role of animals in the food and agriculture space than walking the landing- and standing amongst the cows- with Benedikt Boesel, founder and farmer at Gut&Bosël, in Alt Madlitz…

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Rooted in Nutrition: Soil Health and Smarter Inputs 20:00

2M ago20:00

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Today we’re joined by Agrii’s Tom Perrott, Fertiliser and Crop Inputs Specialist, and Dave Thompson, Farm Manager at Eastbury Estates in Dorset. In this episode, we explore soil health, crop nutrition and how ‘stacking the benefits’ – using alternative sources of nutrition to better support the crop – can, with an innovative approach, strengthen th…

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Wheat That Works: Hexton and the Value of Variety Investment 20:00

2M ago20:00

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Today we’re joined by Agrii’s Technical Manager, John Miles, David Schafer, Wheat Breeder at RAGT, and Hugh Harley, BIPO representative. As farmers and agronomists weigh up wheat variety choices for the season ahead, we’ll explore Hexton – a new wheat variety – its potential fit for your farm, and how an existing seed royalty scheme could benefit y…

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Red Tractor must avoid 'fudged' reform, bluetongue restriction havoc in Wales, Scottish beef at the Royal Highland Show, Farming Rules for Water, and more on skylarks at Cereals 41:48

2M ago41:48

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In this episode, a former NFU combinable crops chairman sats the pace of change at Red Tractor is too slow to win back farmers' confidence. Cross-border bluetongue restrictions on livestock brought from England into Wales threaten to cause havoc, say farm leaders. We've the latest on muck spreading and Defra's Farming Rules For Water. And we visit …

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'Crop It Like It's Hot' LIVE from Cereals 28:03

2M ago28:03

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In our exciting re-launch episode, we chat with Hutchinson's head of environmental services, Georgina Wallis, who gives us an update on the recently scrapped Sustainable Farming Incentive funding and an insight into the latest spending budget. We then head to NIAB's soil hole, where chief executive, Prof Mario Caccamo, discusses the importance of i…

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Live from Cereals Event – Taking a closer look at John Deere's mountain of a machine, the 9RX 830 17:51

2M ago17:51

17:51

The FG machinery team take a first look at John Deere's 9RX 830, it’s certainly an eye catcher, but does its size offer a true practical solution for many UK farms? This year's Cereals Event gave the first opportunity for many to take a first look at the world's largest production tractor. Initially launched back in early 2024 at the Commodity Clas…

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370 Thomas Hogenhaven – The €22M regen fund that said no to €7M 1:12:45

2M ago1:12:45

1:12:45

After three years, Thomas Hogenhaven, founder and managing partner of Planetary Impact Ventures, is back on the podcast. Thomas and his team just turned down a $7 million investment in their fund. That’s right—said no to $7 million. And this wasn’t some shady source of capital either. This was a serious, institutional investor, fully compliant with…

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