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R2Kast - People in Food and Farming/All In

Brought to you from Rural2Kitchen. The podcast where agricultural minds open up.Sponsored primarily by Howden Rural Insurance as well as the Scottish Farmer Follow us on all platforms here - https://linktr.ee/rural2kitchenTo get in touch email rural2kitchen@gmail.comComplete this survey to help out the show! Thank you so much - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeBDRnGerPw2w-nNBT6st4wCI2ldi4OZPrIIrJ-_rsRWCKq1A/viewform?usp=sf_link Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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R2Kast 318 - Chloe Lucas on Nursing, Highland Cows,...

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2025/04/07

Today we welcome Chloe Lucas onto the R2Kast! 🎙️ Chloe’s story is one of transformation—beginning in London as a children’s nurse with no farming background, to becoming a passionate advocate for agriculture through her work with Highland cattle. 🐮🌱Chloe opens up about the mental health struggles she faced during the pandemic as an NHS paediatric nurse and how this led her to discover a new path through farming. From watching Clarkson’s Farm to volunteering on livestock farms, Chloe shares how

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R2Kast 317 - Alix Ritchie on Grassland, Curriculum...

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2025/04/04

Today we welcome Alix Ritchie onto the R2Kast! 🎙️ A true stalwart of Scottish agriculture, Alix shares her remarkable journey—from a childhood on a non-working farm to becoming a respected voice in rural education and mental well-being. 🌿Alix and her husband John run Montalt Farm in Perthshire, where they focus on regenerative grazing, reducing inputs, and aiming to farm without subsidies. 🐑 Their system includes Solaris and Simmental-cross cattle, alongside easy-care sheep, all raised with

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R2Kast 316 - Euan Bremner on Farming in Caithness,...

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2025/03/31

Today, we welcome Euan Bremner onto the R2Kast! 🎙️ From the northernmost tip of mainland Scotland to working on massive arable farms in England and Australia, Euan’s journey in agriculture has been shaped by a mix of home, travel, and leadership. 🌍🚜Euan grew up on his family’s beef and sheep farm in Caithness but initially wasn’t certain about a farming career. Instead, he pursued agricultural mechanisation at Harper Adams, which led him to placements on large-scale arable estates. 🌾 His time in

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1:13:36

R2Kast 315 - Annie Winn on Social Media, Agriculture,...

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2025/03/28

Today, we welcome Annie Winn onto the R2Kast! 🎙️ Annie’s journey from studying animal husbandry to founding She Sells Socials, Events, and More has been anything but conventional! 🌾📱Annie shares her unexpected path into agriculture, from working in farm certification to marketing for the Addington Fund and eventually taking the leap into self-employment. 🚀 Her story highlights the value of adaptability, passion, and finding the right opportunities in an ever-changing industry. 💡✨Beyond her

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R2Kast 314 - Tales of a Nuffield Scholar with Neville...

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2025/03/26

Today, as part of the Tales of a Nuffield Scholar podcast, which aims to share the stories of Nuffield UK Alumni, we welcome Neville and Di Stangroom! 🌍✨ Their journey through agriculture, fruit growing, and Nuffield has been filled with innovation, travel, and a deep commitment to the industry. 🚜🍎Neville’s Nuffield Scholarship in 1978 focused on mechanising fruit harvesting, particularly for apples and strawberries. 🍓 He travelled to Australia to explore innovative techniques, learning about

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R2Kast 313 - Patrick Snelle on Sheep Farming,...

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2025/03/24

Today, we welcome Patrick Snelle onto the R2Kast! 🎙️ Patrick’s journey through agriculture has taken him from lambing in Wales to farming on remote islands and even managing a sheep dairy in Dorset. 🐑🌍I want to say this episodes comes with a disclaimer that we talk about a real example of attempted suicide.Growing up outside of farming, Patrick found his way into the industry through family connections and sheer determination. 🚜 He studied at Harper Adams via their access course, which gave him

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R2Kast 312 - Kelly Hewson-Fisher on Water Security,...

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2025/03/21

Today, we welcome Kelly Hewson-Fisher onto the R2Kast! 🎙️ Kelly’s journey from growing up on a dairy farm to becoming Head of Rural Research at Savills is nothing short of inspiring. 🌱💧Kelly shares how her parents started farming by selling their wedding gifts to buy cows and rent land. 🐄 She reflects on her path through Harper Adams, her time with ADAS as an agricultural business consultant, and how she found her passion in water security and rural research. Her story highlights the importance

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R2Kast 311 - Joanne Hall on Architecture, Travel, and...

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2025/03/17

Today, we welcome Joanne Hall onto the R2Kast! 🎙️ Joanne’s journey is nothing short of fascinating—from studying architecture to travelling the world and making a huge impact in the Young Farmers community. 🌍✨Joanne shares her experience pursuing a six-year architecture degree at Glasgow School of Art 🏛️ and how her career led her to working with the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland. Alongside her passion for architecture, she discovered a love for marketing and social media while

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R2Kast 310 - Colin and Yasmine on Sheep, Markets, and...

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2025/03/14

Today we welcome my dad, Colin Currie, back for his second appearance on the podcast and my partner, Yasmine, for her first! 🏡🎤 We chat about our journey into farming, from Colin’s lifelong connection to the land to Yas’ unexpected route into shepherding after a childhood love for animals. 🐏💚Colin updates us on his ongoing mission to visit every livestock market in the UK, sharing highlights and insights from his experiences across the country. 📍🚜 He also reminisces about his time as Chair of

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R2Kast 309 - Tales of a Nuffield Scholar with Liz...

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2025/03/12

Today, as part of the Tales of a Nuffield Scholar podcast, which aims to share the stories of Nuffield UK Alumni, we welcome Liz Bowles and Jim Baird. 🌍✨Jim Baird, a dairy farmer from Lanark 🐄, shares his journey from studying entrepreneurship through Nuffield to becoming vice-chair of Nuffield UK. He discusses his focus on regenerative agriculture 🌱, rotational grazing, reducing chemical inputs, and his work with First Milk’s sustainability initiatives. His passion for balancing productivity

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1:05:20

R2Kast 308 - Craig Davison & Jeff Miller on Ag...

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2025/03/10

Today we welcome Craig Davison and Jeff Miller onto the R2Kast! 🎙️ This episode dives into agricultural education, a topic that’s booming in the UK but has been well-established in the US for years. 🌾📚 With Craig’s experience in Scotland and Jeff’s academic leadership in Arkansas, we explore the contrasts and opportunities in ag education between the two nations.Craig shares his journey from Scotland to the US, where he immersed himself in high school agriculture programs, FFA, and hands-on

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R2Kast 307 - Ben Williams on Sustainability,...

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2025/03/07

Today we welcome Ben Williams onto the R2Kast! 🎙️ Ben has had a fascinating career spanning education, sustainability, and now as one of the directors of the Oxford Farming Conference. His journey has been anything but straightforward, moving from teaching to working in agriculture and sustainability, always driven by a passion for making things better. 🌍✨Ben shares his experiences of working in education, particularly with special educational needs students, and how that shaped his perspective on

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R2Kast 306 - Tom Turner on Farming, TikTok for...

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2025/03/03

Today we welcome Tom Turner onto the R2Kast! From using TikTok as a tool to gain clients in a previous role to now working with KWS, Tom’s journey is one full of adaptability and strategic moves! 📱🌱We chat about his transition from an agricultural consultancy role into agronomy, his experience in business development, and his passion for crop management. Tom shares how he has navigated challenges and embraced opportunities in the industry! 🚜📊We also dive into the power of digital content

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R2Kast 305 - Ben Andrews 2.0 on Organic Farming,...

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2025/02/28

Today we welcome Ben Andrews back onto the R2Kast! 🌱 Ben, an organic farmer from North Herefordshire, joins us once again to chat about his farming journey, biodiversity, and how his Nuffield research is shaping his views on agriculture.We dive into Ben’s passion for biodiversity and how organic farming has evolved on his family farm over the past two decades. 🦉 He shares how his land management decisions have encouraged more wildlife, including rare birds and insects, and how this has

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R2Kast 304 - Tales of a Nuffield Scholar with Simon...

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2025/02/26

Today, as part of the Tales of a Nuffield Scholar series, we chat to Simon Beckett, a third-generation farmer from a family with a deep-rooted Nuffield legacy. His father, Alan Beckett, was a Nuffield Scholar in 1957, and Simon continued the tradition in 1987 with a study onmotivation in middle management. Now, his son has taken over the family’s diverse farming and retail business, making it three generations of Beckett scholars! 🌾Simon shares the incredible journey of their business—from dairy to

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R2Kast 303 - Tom McVeigh on Nut Farming, Farm...

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2025/02/24

Today we welcome Tom McVeigh onto the R2Kast! 🚜 Tom has been making big changes on his farm, transitioning away from traditional methods and diving into nut farming, a less common but increasingly valuable crop in the UK.We explore how he’s reshaping his farm, the challenges of introducing nut trees into British agriculture, and the long-term vision for this shift. Tom shares the lessons he’s learned, from soil management to market demand, and the unexpected hurdles along the way. 🌰🌳Beyond nut

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R2Kast 302 - Will Blake on Troff on the Go,...

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2025/02/21

Today we welcome Will Blake onto the R2Kast! 🎙️ With so much of this series focusing on farming, it’s important we also bring in more voices from thefood industry—and Will is the perfect guest to do just that! 🍽️Will has spent years working inhospitality across both the UK and Oman, gaining experience in high-pressure kitchens and learning what makes a truly great food experience. Now, he’s the owner ofTroff on the Go, a street food business that has built a strong following for its bold flavours

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R2Kast 301 - Oli Fletcher on Farming, YouTube, and...

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2025/02/17

Today we welcome Oli Fletcher onto the R2Kast! 🎥 From growing up on a small dairy farm to studying history at Oxford, Oli has taken a unique route into the world of agricultural advocacy. His YouTube channel,Farming Explained, dives deep into complex debates surrounding food production, sustainability, and rural life. 🚜Oli doesn’t shy away from controversy—his content tackles everything from veganism to food security, breaking down the nuances of modern farming in a way that’s both accessible and

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R2Kast 300 - Megan Rowland on Deer Management,...

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2025/02/14

🎉Episode 300!A huge thank you to everyone who has supported the R2Kast journey over the past four years—your engagement has made this possible! Here’s to the next 300! 🎧Today, we welcome Megan Rowland, a passionate advocate for sustainable land management, deer management, and crofting in Scotland. Growing up on a croft in Orkney, Megan’s journey took her from vegetarianism to a deep appreciation for responsible meat production. She shares how hands-on experience changed her perspective on food

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R2Kast 299 - Tales of a Nuffield Scholar with Roisin...

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2025/02/12

Today, we chat to Roisin Taylor, a passionate advocate for sustainable food systems and a 2023 Nuffield Scholar. Roisin’s journey into agriculture is anything but conventional—growing up in rural County Durham, she spent a decade working on farms before diving into academia, where her interests in anthropology and social structures led her back to the land. 🌱Her Nuffield Scholarship focuses on theBritish cut flower industry, exploring its sustainability, the challenges it faces, and how it can

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