Los mejores podcasts de SFI (2024)

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Focusing on Phosphate with Agrii's Nutrition Specialists 20:00

5d ago20:00

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Today we are going to be talking with Agrii's National Fertiliser Manager Tom Land, and John Charlton, Crop Input Specialist in the North East. This episode will be focusing on phosphate across various crops from cereals to maize, and looking at why it's so important to get the nutritional balance right, not just for the crop in the field but also …

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Ep 18 - Unlocking the Secrets to Effective Marketing Strategies w/ Darlene Balzano 35:40

6d ago35:40

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In this episode of the Building and Branding podcast, host Amanda Stichter interviews Darlene Balzano, the group publisher of Restoration Remediation (R&R). They discuss the niche industry of restoration and remediation, the importance of building connections within the industry, and the role of marketing in helping businesses grow. Darlene emphasi…

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Budget, banks & bees - how farms are striving to 'do the right thing' after a challenging harvest. Plus Back British Farming Day, tenant farmer land grab and Dairy Day UK 36:32

8d ago36:32

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In this episode, we look at the future for farm support following a UK cereal harvest said to be among the worst in living memory. We travel to London for Back British Farming Day as growers and livestock producers meet MPs to get the farming message across. We look at NFU calls for an increase in the UK budget for agriculture – and industry calls …

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Potato Days UK - do biosolutions really work?, Dyson Farming, carbon footprints and regenerative agriculture, Defra budget cuts, bluetongue outbreak, badger culling v cattle vaccine to combat bovine TB ... 59:24

16d ago59:24

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In this episode, we look at the future of the UK potato sector with a special visit to the Potato Days UK event at Dyson Farming. With the crop under pressure to reduce its carbon footprint, we find out how potato growers and processors are reducing greenhouse gas emissions. We discuss the role regenerative agriculture has when it comes to potato p…

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Ep 17 - Growing the Largest Family-Owned Restoration Company with Jeff Moore 49:25

20d ago49:25

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In this episode of the Building and Branding Podcast, host Amanda Stichter interviews Jeff Moore, the president and chief acquisition officer of ATI, the largest family-owned and operated restoration company in the world. Jeff shares the history of ATI and how it has grown from a small environmental abatement business to a multi-million dollar comp…

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Farmers Weekly Question Time: Cookstown, Northern Ireland 1:20:37

23d ago1:20:37

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Welcome to this special episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast – the Farmers Weekly Question Time event at Cookstown in Northern Ireland. Recorded in front of a live studio audience, farmers, students and other guests quiz industry leaders on topical agricultural issues. Our panel is: - John Gilliland, Professor of Practice in Agriculture & Sustaina…

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Branching Out With Top Fruit Nutrition 20:00

26d ago20:00

20:00

Today we are going to be talking with Agrii fruit agronomists Matt Greep, Emma Smith and Ryan Williams. This episode will be focusing on top fruit and specifically the nutritional requirements of top fruit; why is it so important to get the balance right, what role does tissue analysis play in top fruit production and how can growers correct defici…

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Brian May under fire over call to end badger cull, ban on sheep and goat dairy imports, Clarkson's Farm boost for ag students, harvest progress latest, & snail farm in tax avoidance probe 37:40

1M ago37:40

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In this episode, Queen guitarist and wildlife campaigner Brian May is under fire after calling for an end to badger culling in England. The complaints come head of a BBC TV documentary in which Sir Brian argues that badgers are wrongly blamed for spreading bovine tuberculosis. We look at why British holidaymakers have been banned from bringing back…

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Ep 16 - Prospect Before You Propose with Ricelli Mordecai 40:27

1M ago40:27

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In this episode of the Building and Branding podcast, Amanda Stichter interviews Richelle Mordecai, an empowerment coach and author. Richelle shares her journey from being a salesperson at a young age to becoming a trainer and consultant in the restoration industry. She emphasizes the importance of sales in any business and the need for effective c…

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Harvest 2024 special: Yields, quality and ergot - on the grain trail from combine to customer 45:40

1M ago45:40

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In this episode, we pay a special visit to the UK's biggest farmer-owned grain storage facility at the height of harvest. Camgrain stores up to 500,000 tonnes of cereals, oilseed rape and pulse crops every year on behalf of its 500 farmer-members. Camgrain's four advanced processing centres work around the clock to take in hundreds of lorry loads o…

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Unwrapped: the latest SFI update, potato virus in Scotland, winter linseed break crops, harvest update and market prices, & Aberdeen Angus history book 43:42

1M ago43:42

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In this episode, we get to grips with the latest Sustainable Farming Incentive – and what it means for your farm business. Scottish growers face heavy losses after virus-hit potato crops are destroyed in an effort to protect high-health status seed production. Could more winter linseed be grown as an alternative break crop? We've a harvest update a…

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Brewing Sustainable Change with Malting Barley 20:00

2M ago20:00

20:00

Today we are going to be talking with Rodger Shirreff, national seed business manager at Agrii and Tom Barker, UK product manager at Secobra. This episode will be focusing on malting barley and looking at the key varietal characteristics that growers should look out for, as well as considering what varieties need to achieve for the grower and the w…

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Ep 15 - An Outside Perspective On Your Business with Phillip Rosebrook 50:05

2M ago50:05

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In this conversation, Amanda Stichter interviews Phillip Rosebrook about the benefits of hiring a business consultant. They discuss the importance of gaining an outside perspective, understanding best practices, and identifying areas for improvement. They also explore the challenges of change and the role of personal and professional development in…

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Government's 'new deal' for farmers, £150m lottery fund for landscapes, more Defra budget concerns, sheep sector future, & Suffolk farmer's American WW2 memorial 47:46

2M ago47:46

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In this episode, the government pledges a new deal for farmers to boost confidence across the industry. We look at what the promise might mean – and what it might deliver. Lottery money for landscapes – farmers could be among the winners from a £150m heritage fund to revitalise wildlife habitats and the environment. Industry leaders highlight the i…

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Defra farm budget, food security and Net Zero warning, harvest latest, Royal Welsh Show, former farm minister Mark Spencer on 'traumatic' election defeat, & funeral director unveils Land Rover hearse 41:13

2M ago41:13

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In this episode, farm leader Tom Bradshaw says a bigger budget is needed for British farmers to deliver food security and reach Net Zero. The NFU president wants the government to set aside £5.6bn for agriculture – more than twice the current annual amount. We visit the Royal Welsh Show where the budget for agriculture in Wales is also a hot topic …

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Ep 14 - When the Brand Chooses You w/Cora Alexander, The Drying Diva 45:37

2M ago45:37

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In this episode of the Building and Branding podcast, Amanda Stichter interviews Cora Alexander, known as the Drying Diva, about her journey in the restoration and home services industry. They discuss personal branding, the challenges and advantages of being a woman in a male-dominated industry, and the importance of mentorship. Cora shares her exp…

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Young farmer cheats death in bale accident, police target dangerous trailers, Oliver Walston tribute, Farm Safety Week, reboot urged for oilseed rape, & Royal Golden Guernsey Goat 38:31

2M ago38:31

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In this episode, a young farmer tells how he is lucky to be alive after being trapped under a stack of falling bales. Christopher Rolfe was airlifted to hospital following the accident thanks to Kent, Surrey & Sussex Air Ambulance. Chris told his story at the start of Farm Safety Week – the annual campaign by the Farm Safety Foundation and the Yell…

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Supporting Each Other in our Farming Community 20:00

2M ago20:00

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Today we are going to be talking with Stephanie Berkeley from the Farm Safety Foundation and Alex Phillimore from the Farming Community Network. This episode will explore the specific mental health challenges that we face in the industry, and what can we do to better support one another and make a difference? We are donating £1 for every download o…

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Taking Action with the Latest Updates to SFI 2024 30:00

2M ago30:00

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Today we are going to be talking with Alex Olivant, farm and environmental advisor with Agrii and Dan Wood, RHIZA crop input specialist. This episode will explore what the latest updates to the combined Sustainable Farming Incentive and Countryside Stewardship offering could mean for growers, and how precision and digital farming tools can support …

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Ep 13 - It's Time for a Refresh with Amanda Stichter 13:05

2M ago13:05

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The Building and Branding podcast is a rebrand of the Digital Dialogues podcast, with a focus on discussing the importance of branding in the home services and restoration industry. The host, Amanda Stichter, shares her passion for branding and how it goes beyond just logos and color palettes. The podcast aims to explore the stories and experiences…

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Harvest 2024, blended wheats, supply chain fairness pledge by new Defra secretary Steve Reed, market prices, & shearing 660 sheep in 24 hours 33:36

2M ago33:36

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In this episode, in a special harvest preview, we look at the prospects for cereal crops as combines roll into oilseed rape. New Defra secretary Steve Reed makes his first speech to farmers at the Great Yorkshire Show. What can we expect from the new government when it comes to supply chain fairness – and will it put its money where its mouth is? M…

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What the Labour government means for your farm business; with former Defra secretary George Eustice and former NFU president Minette Batters 47:06

3M ago47:06

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In this episode, after being swept to power in a landslide general election, we examine what the UK's new Labour government means for farming. We get the low-down on the policies we can expect for agriculture – and the challenges likely to be faced when funding them. We discuss the implications, opportunities and the threats – with former Defra sec…

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What is best: Conventional v regenerative agriculture? Soil health; Premiums for climate-friendly farming - who should pay? Groundswell 2024; John Kempf; eco-acoustics; & the Rob Stephenson Trust 44:56

3M ago44:56

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In this episode, we join the crowds at the 2024 Groundswell event to find out how regenerative agriculture has fared in a challenging season. We ask: is regenerative agriculture really more resilient than conventional farming? We find out about the premiums available for farming regeneratively and ask whether farmers should abide by a set of standa…

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A Balancing Act: Crop Nutrition and Climate Variability 20:00

3M ago20:00

20:00

Today we are going to be talking with Agrii crop input specialist Tom Perrott, and Scott Garnett, R&D agronomist for ICL Fertilizers. This episode will ask if crop nutrition can be even more effective in light of increasingly unpredictable weather patterns, and if Polysulphate can bring real agronomic benefits for arable crops whilst meeting new en…

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Live from Cereals: Reflect, Adjust and Plan: How to Prepare for Autumn Sowing 20:00

3M ago20:00

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Today we are recording live from Cereals 2024 at Newnham Farm in Hertfordshire. We are going to be talking with Agrii seed technical manager John Miles, crop input specialist and farm saved seed coordinator Gavin Taylor, and crop input specialist and seed specialist Rob Stuart. This episode will explore what key learnings have been made during the …

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Ep 12 - Beyond the Rubber Chicken w/ Greg Marthaler SFY 38:00

3M ago38:00

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Summary Greg Marthaler Jr shares his entrepreneurial journey, starting from cutting grass to building and selling a roofing company, and then venturing into the restoration industry with SFY. He discusses the origin of the 'rubber chicken' tradition and the importance of valuing people as assets in business growth and scaling. The conversation also…

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Rishi Sunak's £1bn pledge for farming, farmer builds own direct drill, future for Scottish agriculture, Farmers Weekly 90th birthday, Ag-onomics with David and Jack, & 5K every day in June 44:24

3M ago44:24

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In this episode, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak tells Farmers Weekly he has a clear plan for UK agriculture – if the Tories win the General Election. With farm machinery becoming ever more expensive, we meet the farmer who decided to reduce costs by building his direct drill. We visit the Royal Highland Show and discuss the future for Scottish agricult…

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Covid-style business loans for farmers, Cereals 2024, latest wheat varieties, arable input costs, Recommended List 80th anniversary, & world's biggest loaf of bread 49:09

3M ago49:09

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In this episode, farm leader Tom Bradshaw calls for Covid-style business loans to help farmers ride out the impact of a challenging year. We join thousands of growers at the 2024 Cereals event in Hertfordshire – the UK's biggest two-day show for arable farmers. We get the low-down on the latest wheat and barley varieties – and ask: do they deliver …

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Live from Readyhedge: Perfecting and Protecting Ornamental Crops 20:00

3M ago20:00

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Today we are going to be talking with Agrii horticultural agronomists Jason Steels, Jonathan Garratt and Matt Greep, and growers Simon and Toby Williamson from Readyhedge in South Worcestershire. This episode will explore what production techniques and technologies are required to grow ornamental crops, and what are the challenges involved in carin…

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Dog attacks on sheep, battle to win farm votes, Cereals event preview, early drilling conundrum, & malting barley prospects 41:16

4M ago41:16

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In this episode, with an increase in dog attacks on livestock, we look at the options for farmers trying to combat a growing problem. Politicians are battling for farmers' votes in the run-up to next month's elections – so why aren't would-be MPs being clear about policies for agriculture? We preview this month's Cereals event – and look ahead to a…

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Young farmer culture, muck and slurry legal case, livestock handling safety, & best tractor over 90 years 49:48

4M ago49:48

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In this episode, we ask is there a problem with young farmer culture? The debate follows a Farmers Weekly's investigation into the experiences of young women of sexual assault at young farmers' events. We look at why farmers could be faced with changes to the amount of muck and slurry they can spread in the autumn following a landmark legal case. W…

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Lowdown on latest SFI offer, general election candidates target farmers, glyphosate and regenerative farming, Wildfarmed wheat, Green Farm Collective, & 10 years of Yellow Wellies 43:28

4M ago43:28

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In this episode, we look at what the forthcoming General Election might mean for UK farmers – who is promising what and to whom. After Defra unveils its latest offer for the Sustainable Farming Incentive, we get the lowdown on the implications for your farm business. Glyphosate or ploughing – what is best for soil health? We find out at the Green F…

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Farm to Fork Summit 2.0, Rishi Sunak's food security index, Is pig sector recovery all porky pies?, technology helps overcome challenging season, & charity sheep shearing 39:18

4M ago39:18

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In this episode, we run the rule over Defra's new food security index – will it really mean a better deal for British farmers? We get the lowdown on Rishi Sunak's second Farm to Fork Summit – and ask whether the Prime Minister's garden party for food producers will achieve anything? Is it positive for pigs? An upbeat Pig and Poultry Fair suggests t…

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Seeds of Influence: Exploring Leadership in Agriculture with Christine Tacon 20:00

4M ago20:00

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Today we are going to be talking with Christine Tacon. The focus of today is all about leadership in agriculture; what does that mean for you and your farm business and why is it so important now and in the future. This episode also marks the first of Season 4! Find out more about the Agri Leadership Week here https://tiah.org/agrileadership-week T…

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Ep 11 - Building a Scalable Business: Going Beyond Hustle w/ Alex Duta 49:29

4M ago49:29

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Alex Duta, founder of a restoration company and software company Albi, shares his journey and insights in the restoration industry. He discusses his background growing up in Romania and the entrepreneurial spirit instilled in him by his parents. Alex talks about the inspiration behind his book, Restoration Millionaire, and the importance of buildin…

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Defra pledges more support to secure farming future, Transition Live 2024, Cambridge University farm, fertiliser markets, environmental services, & circular dairy economy 37:42

4M ago37:42

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In this episode, Defra secretary Steve Barclay promises more support for farmers following a challenging wet winter and spring. Mr Barclay made the pledge in a keynote speech at the Farmers Weekly Transition Live event in Cambridgeshire on Thursday, 9 May 2024. This episode of the Farmers Weeky Podcast was recorded on location at the event – held a…

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Farm safety concerns, AHDB levy board future, dairy prospects, market prices, & worm charming revival 30:57

5M ago30:57

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In this episode, industry leaders voice concern after the Health and Safety Executive says it will no longer take a pro-active approach to farm safety. It's been a sticky few year's for farming’s levy board. So what's next? We meet Graham Wilkinson, the new chief executive at the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board. Milk prices keep clim…

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Ep 10 - Unlocking Marketing Success with Pivot My Biz 41:03

5M ago41:03

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In this episode of the Digital Dialogue Podcast, Amanda Stichter interviews John Kowalski and Anthony Nelson from Pivot My Biz. They discuss the importance of marketing in the restoration industry and how Pivot My Biz helps companies develop effective marketing systems. They emphasize the need for companies to differentiate themselves in a commodit…

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Should I grow OSR this Autumn? 20:00

5M ago20:00

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Today we are going to be talking to Agrii’s David Leaper, seed technical specialist and Tim Horton, technical manager for combinable crops. With ongoing concerns about the reliability of OSR, the question we ask today is should I be growing OSR this autumn? Where does the crop fit and how can it contribute to your farms arable output? This is the f…

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£30k fundraiser for injured farmer, Red Tractor confidence vote, Scottish livestock marts, beef sector future, & Agrikel trailer safety gauge 43:22

5M ago43:22

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In this episode, well-wishers raise more than £30,000 for a farmer who sustained life-changing injuries in an workplace accident. It comes amid pleas for growers and livestock producers to take extra care as they try to catch up on fieldwork delayed by the wet spring. If you would like to help out after hearing Tim Parton's story, you can do so by …

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Clarkson's Farm series 3 preview, red diesel prices, herbal leys – simple or not? Space food – vertical farm in orbit, & farm charity London Marathon runners 31:24

5M ago31:24

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In this episode, we dicuss what viewers can expect from the new series of the hit TV show Clarkson's Farm. With fuel prices set to rise, we examine the prospects for red diesel. Herbal leys – are they really the simple option for livestock producers wanting easy money from the Sustainable Farming Incentive? How space food from a vertical farm in or…

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Repairing Soil Structure to Optimise Autumn Establishment 20:00

5M ago20:00

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Today we are going to be talking with Agrii's Todd Jex, agronomist and technical advisor and George Fraser, farmer and contractor of A & R Fraser in Dorset. In light of the difficult weather conditions that farmers have been facing in recent times, in this episode we are going to explore repairing soil structure to optimise autumn establishment. To…

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Defra relaxes flood compensation rule, landlords v tenant farmers, huge solar farm controversy, bumper spring lamb trade, & 60-year-old vintage tractor run 38:47

5M ago38:47

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In this episode, the government relaxes flood compensation rules after one of the UK's worst flood-hit farmers found himself ineligible for payment. Tenant farmers call for talks with landowners who want to take back farmland so they can claim inheritance tax relief. We've all the latest market prices – and take a special look at the record-breakin…

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Emission fears for Scottish beef producers, illegal meat scandal one year on, latest market prices, & farmers share a sauna for mental wellbeing 29:49

6M ago29:49

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In this episode, beef farmers fear they could be driven out of business by government plans to reduce emissions and improve efficiency. A police investigation continues – one year after Farmers Weekly blew the whistle on a food safety scandal involving illegal meat. We’ve our regular market roundup and all the latest commodity prices. And we visit …

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Ep 9 - Digital Marketing Trends with Kim Mikul, Virtual Vision 22:44

6M ago22:44

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In this episode, Amanda and Kim discuss the latest trends and updates in digital marketing, specifically in the restoration industry. They highlight the importance of transparency and personalization in marketing, as well as the need for a strong user experience. They also discuss the recent changes in Google AdWords, including the shift from pay-p…

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Spring Soil Recovery: Exploring Sampling and Nutrient Management for Winter-Damaged Soils 20:00

6M ago20:00

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Today we are going to be talking with RHIZA’s Jon Greenman, commercial manager and Saul Creed, crop inputs specialist. We are going to be asking if soil sampling and nutrient management plans can help farmers and agronomists navigate the uncertainties in a challenging spring and make the most of the opportunities that SFI can bring now and in the f…

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London tractor protest, illegal meat imports, Pig World, Sustainable Farming Incentive restrictions, & Scottish young farmers ask #AreEweOK? 32:31

6M ago32:31

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In this episode, farmers drive dozens of tractors through central London and call for a better deal from the Westminster government. Why won’t Defra do more to keep illegal meat imports out of the country? We’ve more on the government's decision to limit the amount of land entered into its Sustainable Farming Incentive scheme. And #AreEWEok? We spe…

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Ep 8 - Breaking The Glass Ceiling with Arianny Damian of Thompson Restoration Services 52:02

6M ago52:02

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In this episode, Amanda is joined by Arianny, the Director of Business Development at Thompson Restoration. They discuss Arianny's background in business development and the importance of relationships in the restoration industry. Arianny shares her experience starting the Just Between Us Girls podcast, which aims to break down the glass ceiling an…

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Search for the Supercow 36:25

6M ago36:25

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Dr Maeve Williams, a post-doctoral researcher with Teagasc, joins the pod to talk about her research into cow genetics and identifying traits which can help breed more productive, healthier cows. Some might even call it the search for the Irish supercow.Por VistaMilk SFI Research Centre

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Emergency podcast: Defra restricts land going into flagship green scheme 17:42

6M ago17:42

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In this emergency podcast, we get to grips with Defra's announcement placing restrictions on land going into the Sustainable Farming Incentive. Under the changes, SFI applicants will only be able to put 25% of their land into six SFI actions that take land out of direct food production. The announcement was made by Defra on Monday 25 March 2024 – a…

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