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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 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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58:20

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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1:14:31

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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1:23:56

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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1:29:31

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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1:10:45

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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1:13:55

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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R2Kast 298 - Alex Crawley on Military Service,...

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2025/02/10

Today we welcome Alex Crawley onto the R2Kast! A formerGurkha officer, Alex’s journey has taken him from military service to counterterrorism work in the Middle East. Despite these extreme careers, he now faces his biggest challenge yet—farming. 🌍Even while working abroad, he found ways to connect with food—growing olives on a rooftop in the Middle East and even rearing quail on a third-floor balcony. Now back in the UK, he’s building a farm from scratch, taking on a whole new battlefield. 🚜With a

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R2Kast 297 - David Oates on Organic Farming, Consumer...

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2025/02/07

Today we welcome David Oates onto the R2Kast! 🌱David is a seventh-generation organic farmer in Cornwall, running a farm focused on Welsh Black cattle, conservation grazing, and direct consumer engagement. Having grown up with a farm shop, he has a deep-rooted belief in the importance of bridging the gap between farmers and the public. 🚜Beyond farming, David has been actively involved in outreach and education, sharing the realities of organic farming and the challenges that come with it. He’s a

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R2Kast 296 - Barbara Bray on Nutrition,...

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2025/02/03

Today we welcome Barbara Bray onto the R2Kast. Barbara’s career in food and nutrition is nothing short of extraordinary, spanning global consultancy, policy work, and leadership in the agri-food sector. 🍏Barbara’s journey began in food procurement before taking her to Uganda, where she worked on post-harvest technology, helping to improve food security. Her deep understanding of food systems led her to establish her consultancy,ALO Solutions, advising businesses on nutrition, sustainability, and

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R2Kast 295 - Dave Kennedy on Lowland Sheep Farming,...

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2025/01/31

Today we welcome Dave Kennedy onto the R2Kast. Dave is a lowland sheep farmer and personal development coach, bringing together two unique worlds with one powerful message: resilience and growth. 🌱Dave shares the story of a traumatic experience in his late teens that shaped his life. Feeling he needed to make a change, he embarked on a journey of personal transformation, both mentally and physically. His farming life, managing 200 sheep after transitioning from dairy, showcases his adaptability and

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R2Kast 294 - Tales of a Nuffield Scholar with Emily...

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2025/01/29

Today, as part of the Tales of a Nuffield Scholar series, we chat to Emily Norton, a passionate advocate for climate-focused policy and the future of farming. 🌍Emily discusses her journey into agriculture, growing up on a mixed family farm and experiencing the challenges of succession and intergenerational farming firsthand. Her early experiences shaped her dedication to building a more sustainable and equitable industry. 🌾Her Nuffield Scholarship focused on how farmers can adapt their systems to

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