Podcast Publications
The Black Farmer: Jeopardy – The danger of playing it safe
Mary-Jane Lawrie talks to Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones MBE, aka The Black Farmer. Wilfred is of the Windrush Generation and describes his difficult start to life in the UK, before he eventually…
Read More >Thrill of the Hill – Thinning Herds to Thicken Forests
THRILL OF THE HILL | When people think of Scotland, at some point visions of a red deer ranging across an open hill must enter the mind. Deer have become…
Read More >CropCast – Winter Grazing Cereals
Welcome to Cropcast, your go to podcast for all the latest information on arable crops. Each month, SAC advisor, Tiffany Stephenson will be joined by a range of industry experts,…
Read More >September 2023: A spotlight on bull fertility, buffalo farming, alternative energy and decision grade data from nature tech
Along with our regular monthly updates on policy briefs, arable, beef, sheep and milk, In this edition we are also bringing you 2 sector overviews on bull fertility and…
Read More >SPOTLIGHT: Environment
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up hosted by me, Kerry Hammond. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode, George & Robert are joined by…
Read More >Agri Culture – Sir Charlie Burrell: Wilding
Mary-Jane Lawrie talks to Charlie Burrell, a farmer and environmentalist, farming 3,500 acres at Knepp Estate, in West Sussex. Over the last twenty years, he has transformed the farm from…
Read More >Stock Talk – Planning Ahead of Tupping Time
In this podcast we hear from SAC Veterinary Investigation Officer Megan Fergusson. Megan talks to us about how to give your flock the best chance of a successful lambing next…
Read More >Crofting Matters – Succession
Crofting legislation is fairly complicated and its no different when it comes to succession! Brian Inkster, well-known crofting law specialist, takes us through different scenarios and highlights what to watch…
Read More >Natural Capital – Landscape Scale Collaboration
Protecting, valuing and restoring natural capital at the landscape scale requires a joined-up effort and collaboration amongst different landowners and groups. In this episode we are joined by Ross MacLeod…
Read More >Rural Roundup – SPOTLIGHT: Farm Health & Safety
*Content Warning* This podcast discusses accidents, injuries, and fatalities, some of which involve children. Though there is no gore, and this is discussed in a factual manner, please consider if…
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