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Blether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandDave and Sandy Hay: Curling and community at the Chuck Hay Memorial BonspielSarah finds warmth on ice - and plenty of competition! - at the annual farmer's curling competition at Perth's Dewar Centre.160 people from all over Scotland take part in the Chuck Hay Memorial Bonspiel, in teams of 4, over three days in January.There is camaraderie and connection - which is especially important in the bleak dark month of January, when isolation can feel particularly pronounced.In this episode:event organisers and brothers Sandy and Dave Hay tell Sarah what the event is all about, and pay tribute to their father, Chuck Hay...
2026-02-0534 min
OnFARM Scottish farming podcastAnna and Willie chat with Farmstrong's Sarah StephenFarmstrong Scotland is a brilliant wellbeing programme for farmers and crofters, sharing peer-to-peer tips and advice.Their excellent podcast is called 'Blether Together with Farmstrong Scotland'.Each month, farmers and crofters share stories with host Sarah Stephen, and reflect on what they do to support their own wellbeing.Sarah's most recent guests (January 2026) were none other than OnFARM's Anna and her husband, arable farmer Willie Thomson.In this episode, we've got their conversation in full. You can hear:how Anna and Willie juggle farming, family and other commitments - and...
2026-01-2648 minBlether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandA change of pace: Willie Thomson and Anna DaviesThis is a groundbreaking episode of Blether Together - as Sarah Stephen meets our first ever husband and wife duo – Willie Thomson and Anna Davies.Anna and Willie are tenants on a 250-acre arable farm near Haddington.They recently converted a steading into co-working spaces. Anna also runs rural PR and marketing firm Scene and Herd, and hosts Scottish farming podcast OnFARM.It’s a busy life – but recent health challenges for Willie have prompted a change in pace and approach.How’s It Going?Take a moment for yourself...
2026-01-0847 min
Federated Farmers PodcastWhen farming isn’t the problem – a Farmstrong story | EP 66Marc Gascoigne, a Cambridge dairy farmer and Farmstrong Champion, joins us to share his wellbeing journey, including what it was like to suffer in silence for years and what helped him turn things around, including an unexpected conversation with his brother.We’re also joined by Farmstrong CEO Gerard Vaughan, who helped establish Farmstrong in 2015 and has spent years turning research and psychology into practical tools that actually work for farmers.As well as Marc’s personal story, you’ll hear about the most common stressors farmers face, what stops them asking for help, and the ha...
2025-12-1543 min
FarmstrongEveryone has a seat at this table — Farmstrong TrailerFew things connect people faster than food. Listen to authentic conversations with deeply rooted guests like land men, fruit pickers, marketers, plantation owners, photographers, cowboys and everyone in between in this incredibly nuanced agriculture industry. Let’s put a face behind the food. Everyone has a seat at this table. This podcast uncovers the honest and proud stories of the fascinating yet little-known sectors of the agriculture industry.Follow the Farmstrong podcast anywhere you get your podcasts and tune in on Wednesdays. Resources: Florida Farm List Georgia Gro...
2025-12-0801 minBlether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandYoung Farmers and wellbeing: an SAYFC special episodeBeing involved in Young Farmers - SAYFC - is fun, empowering, and a vital social connection for younger people across rural Scotland. In this special Blether Together, recorded with a live audience at AgriScot, Sarah Stephen speaks with Jack Young, a current young farmer, and Catriona Gemmell, who recently aged out of being part of SAYFC. Together, they consider the part SAYFC plays in wellbeing in rural Scotland - and how to keep social connections going when the dreaded day comes that you are too old to be part of Young Farmers!Also...
2025-12-0430 min
Profitable Farmer# 180 - Leadership Lessons From Elite Rugby and Dairy Farming With Sam WhitelockSam Whitelock knows pressure. He’s captained the All Blacks through some of rugby’s most intense moments. He’s made high-stakes decisions with the weight of a nation on his shoulders. And now, he’s turned that same grit and composure to life on the farm.
But here’s what Sam’s learned. Real leadership isn’t about powering through at all costs. It’s knowing when to push and when to pause. When to speak and when to listen. And how to look after yourself, so you can lead others well.
In this episode, Sam opens...
2025-11-201h 03Blether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandLife Beyond the Farm Gate: Robert Neill and John MacInnesFirm friends Robert Neill and John MacInnes join Sarah Stephen to Blether Together about the joys and pressures of their working lives, whether running AgriScot, Robert’s newer role as NFUS Vice President, or on their family farms in Kelso and Iona.Both men share how they’re helping smooth the path into farming for the next generation -recognising when to step back, give younger voices room to grow, and trust them to make their own mark on the business.There’s also chat about how island life isn’t necessarily isolated. On Iona, John has a cl...
2025-11-0634 minBlether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandBonus: prioritising wellbeing with Caroline MillarMarking World Mental Health Day - 10th October 2025A true Scottish agriculture powerhouse, Caroline Millar joins Sarah Stephen for a special bonus episode of Blether Together, to mark World Mental Health Day.Caroline opens up about the warning signs that made her realise it was time to prioritise her wellbeing, and how inspiration from New Zealand's approach to farming life led her to make lasting changes.In this candid chat, Caroline also shares the practical steps she's taken to build a healthier, more balanced life - for herself, her family, and the people...
2025-10-1035 min
Agri CultureWallace Currie: Rural 2 KitchenYou are listening to Agri Culture, a podcast that aims to explore the stories of the people that make up our agricultural industry and culture of farming, in Scotland and beyond. On today’s episode Mary-Jane Lawrie is joined by Wallace Currie. Wallace may be familiar to you as he runs his own podcast R2Kast as part of his brand Rural 2 Kitchen, which started during lockdown as a way to share his farming life. Later he became a lecturer at SRUC and has since gone on to do a Nuffield Scholarship on pathways into agriculture through educa...
2025-10-0851 min
Scotland's Farm Advisory Service PodcastAgri Culture - Wallace Currie: Rural 2 KitchenYou are listening to Agri Culture, a podcast that aims to explore the stories of the people that make up our agricultural industry and culture of farming, in Scotland and beyond. On today’s episode Mary-Jane Lawrie is joined by Wallace Currie. Wallace may be familiar to you as he runs his own podcast R2Kast as part of his brand Rural 2 Kitchen, which started during lockdown as a way to share his farming life. Later he became a lecturer at SRUC and has since gone on to do a Nuffield Scholarship on pathways into agriculture through educa...
2025-10-0851 minBlether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandUnderstanding menopause: Dr Heather Currie MBEThankfully, menopause is far less 'taboo' as a topic than it used to be.But there is still so much to do, to make sure that women experiencing menopause, and those around them, understand what is happening and what it means for health, wellbeing,and relationships.Dr Heather Currie MBE is a specialist gynaecologist and renowned menopause expert (and breeder of Aberdeen Angus cattle!) from Dumfries and Galloway. She joins Sarah for this month's Blether Together.Thanks also to crofter Sally Crowe and Caithness, and Lesley Mitchell who farms near Hawick, for sharing...
2025-10-0235 min
Flower Farming in New ZealandMental Health Matters - The Farmstrong Approach: Season 2 Episode 3In this episode, Jo Robinson hosts Amber Carpenter andGerard Vaughan to discuss the Farmstrong program, focusing on the Five Steps to Well-being. They explore how these steps can enhance mental and physical health for farmers, sharing personal stories and practical insights.They discuss the importance of self-care, community support, and practical strategies for managing stress and maintaining focus in the demanding world of farming. Amber shares her personal journey from the fashion industryto dairy farming, highlighting the challenges and rewards of her transition.Gerard designed and set up Farmstrong with the...
2025-09-1937 minBlether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandRHASS chairman James Logan - on succession, leadership and running the ShowJames Logan, Chairman of the Royal Highland and Agricultural Society of Scotland (RHASS) and East Lothian farmer, joins host Sarah Stephen to talk about:- navigating the challenges of farm succession- managing the leadership and responsibility of the Royal Highland Show- why agricultural shows are so important for bringing people and communities together.It’s an honest and open blether about farming life, leadership, and the importance of finding time for connections... with some top wellbeing tips from 'Granny Warnock from Biggar' as well.Take a moment for yo...
2025-09-0432 min
Maximum ProductionEpisode 19: Conversations That Matter with FarmstrongIn this episode sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim, we sit down with Kane Brisco, a Taranaki dairy farmer, founder of Farm Fit NZ, and author of Tools for the Top Paddock, alongside Gerard Vaughan, wellbeing lead at Farmstrong, New Zealand’s rural mental health initiative.This conversation tackles the challenges farmers face behind the farm gate, from stress and burnout to communication and resilience. Kane and Gerard share practical tools and personal stories to help farmers take care of their mental fitness, manage workload, and build stronger relationships at home and on the farm.Whether you're deep in...
2025-08-1457 min
Blether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandCatch it, check it, change it with Gerard Vaughan.In our latest podcast, host Sarah Stephen met with Gerard Vaughan, Programme Director for Farmstrong in New Zealand, at opposite ends of the day as the sun was rising with Gerard and setting with Sarah. A warm and insightful chat on what inspired the start of the Farmstrong programme 10 years ago, what makes the Farmstrong principles different, and finishing off with some useful tips and ideas from Gerard on the small steps we can take to introduce good habits for our wellbeing, including 'catch it, check it, change it' - a technique used to challenge negative or u...
2025-08-0133 min
The SuccessionReady PodcastSuccessionReady – The Client ExperienceIn this episode, co-hosts James Grieve and Ashka Wirk are joined by Halee Fried. Halee is the founder of a family-owned business, Farmstrong Cider Company, located in Armstrong, British Columbia, Canada. Halee and her family were early adopter clients of the SuccessionReady approach to succession planning. Halee shares her experience with founding and growing Farmstrong, her succession planning experience with SuccessionReady, and her advice to other founders thinking about succession planning for their businesses.
2025-07-1025 min
Message From the House: With the MajorityWhy Ohio Farmers Say This Bill Is a Game-Changer | MFTH Ep. 13In this episode of Messages from the House, Representative Bob Peterson and Whitney Bowers from the Ohio Farm Bureau dive into Senate Bill 100 — a groundbreaking effort to help Ohio farmers and rural small business owners access affordable health care in what Rep. Peterson calls “the most important agriculture bill” of the General Assembly — find out why.
Health coverage is one of the biggest barriers to staying on the farm. SB 100 creates a new health plan tailored to the unique needs of the agricultural community, allowing farm families to get the care they need without leaving the land they lov...
2025-07-0322 min
Salt of the Earth Farm StoriesEp 57: The Unbreakable Farmer - Warren DaviesSend us a textWarren Davis, known as The Unbreakable Farmer, has a raw and powerful story.City-born but drawn to the land, he bought his first farm at 22. When drought and hardship hit, so did a mental health crisis.Walking off the farm after 20 years was heartbreaking—but it became the turning point.Now, Warren shares his story across Australia, helping rural communities build resilience, open up, and seek support when they need it most.To find out more about Warren visit www.theunbreakablefarmer.com.auIf...
2025-06-1240 min
The CountryThe Country 12/06/25: Samuel Whitelock talks to Jamie MackayAn All Blacks legend talks about life after rugby. He also celebrates Farmstrong’s 10th anniversary and how he’s been an ambassador for the nationwide rural wellbeing programme for nine of those years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-06-1204 min
The Beer Craft, Homebrewing PodcastBrewing for FlavorWe are once again throwing a certain piece of German legislation out the window. This week, we're joined in the studio by Alex Neff, brewer at Farmstrong Brewing Co. in Mt. Vernon. Alex reached out to us to talk about brewing for flavor rather than style — and let's just say, we were already pouring a pint before he finished the sentence. In this episode, we dive into creative ingredient selection, yeast-driven flavor profiles, and what happens when you add coffee, herbs, or fruit post-fermentation. We talk about balance, complexity, and why breaking the "style rules" often leads to...
2025-06-121h 16
Utah Hockey Podcast#42: “FARM STRONG” NHL Prospect Talks Meeting With Utah Mammoth + Shares Message WITH Fans“FARM STRONG” NHL Prospect Talks Meeting With Utah Mammoth + Shares Message WITH Fans-Combine Breakdown-Take Me To Dinner First-The Enemy of My Enemy-Planting Seeds of Interest-#FARMSTRONG
2025-06-1132 min
Women In Wellies PodcastEpisode 44 - Alix RitchieAlix is Program Director of Farmstrong Scotland, part time farmer, mother of two and at the time of recording in charge of 100 pet lambs!! Some juggle to kick us off! Join us as Alix shares her story - from growing up rurally to university, working for and being part of Young Farmers and then her time with the Royal Highland Education Trust and Quality Meat Scotland. We delve into the power of on farm education, sharing where food comes from and the opportunity to get hands on to facilitate a greater understanding. Alix shares highlights from t...
2025-06-0648 min
Blether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandCome Ashore, Come Ashore with Russ Mill and Glen McLellanIn a first for Blether Together, we are joined by not one but two guests for a lively, warm and open conversation.Host Sarah Stephen met with Russ Mill and Glen McLellan to find out more about the annual Come Ashore Cup, taking place on Saturday 7th June at Orkney Rugby Club.The event was set up in 2022 by Russ, in memory of his cousin and popular Caithness farmer Alexander Mill who sadly died by suicide in 2021. Tune in to hear Sarah, Russ and Glen discuss just how important social events like this one are...
2025-05-3027 min
Blether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandEvery day is a school day, with Wallace CurrieThis #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, we're excited to share a brand new podcast episode featuring someone who embodies what Farmstrong's Five Ways to Wellbeing are all about.In this powerful episode, host Sarah Stephen chats with Wallace Currie, a 28-year-old farmer’s son, who shares his journey of resilience, vulnerability, and growth. Wallace shares how creating his own podcast Rural2Kitchen, supporting the Young Farmers, taking notice of the world around him, and embracing continuous learning have become the cornerstones of his approach to wellbeing.Fresh from completing a daring abseiling challenge to raise awareness and funds for Fa...
2025-05-1636 min
Shut Up & ListenKyle Alan HobbsKyle Alan Hobbs is a Bellingham-based songwriter and multi-instrumentalist blending cosmic country with a psychedelic twist. Born in Memphis and raised across Florida and California, Hobbs’s music reflects a restless, exploratory spirit grounded in American roots.A self-taught musician, Hobbs grew from a ska- and punk-loving teen into a genre-blending artist—pulling influence from J Dilla’s beats, Brian Eno’s atmospheres, and the twang of classic country. But it was Sweetheart of the Rodeo by The Byrds that became his compass, guiding him toward the haunting, heartfelt sounds of Gram Parsons, Merle Haggard, and John Prine.
2025-05-1544 min
Rush Hour AgLouie's Legacy, Zumbach History & Stepped Up BasisIn Episode 2 of Rush Hour Ag, we turn the mic toward co-host Louie Zumbach—a lifelong Iowan, farmer, former legislator, and passionate advocate for agriculture.
Louie shares his story from growing up on a multi-generational farm to serving in the Iowa House of Representatives. We dive into his deep family roots in farming, what drove him into public service, and how those experiences shape his perspective today.
We also unpack one of the most critical topics in ag policy: the stepped-up basis. Louie breaks down what it means, why it matters to family farms, and how policy decisions in D.C...
2025-05-1436 min
Blether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandMindset special, with Kirsty Ritchie of Mind & MissionIn this bonus episode of Blether Together, Rebecca Dawes talks to Kirsty Ritchie of Mind & Mission where she explains more on the twelve different ways of thinking, how our mindsets are influenced, and how we can change the way we think to give us a more positive outlook on life. How you think is how you feel! Listen in to find out what kind of thinker you are, and for tips on the ways you could improve your mindset by adapting your thinking.Farmstrong Scotland is an initiative to help farmers, crofters and their families t...
2025-05-1233 min
Blether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandStress Spotlight Special, with Dr Heather Meikle, Senior Counselling PsychologistIn this bonus episode of Blether Together, to tie in with Stress Awareness Month, host Sarah Stephen met with Dr Heather Meikle, Senior Counselling Psychologist at First Psychology and Wellbeing Advisor at Farmstrong Scotland, to discuss tips on combatting stress - especially important at busy times of year such as lambing and calving.From our research, farmers and crofters across Scotland have told us that stress is something they'd like to be able to handle better. In response to this, with the help of our psychology expert Heather we have created some detailed resources on how we...
2025-04-1617 min
R2Kast - People in Food and Farming/All InR2Kast 317 - Alix Ritchie on Grassland, Curriculum Change, and FarmStrong ScotlandToday 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 low-intervention methods and strong emphasis on soil health. 🚜✨We explore Alix’s career journey, from SAYFC to QMS, where she led the de...
2025-04-041h 04
Blether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandMind over matter, with Callum LindsayWhen Callum and his wife Zara moved to the Isle of Arran to start farming in their own right back in 2023, they imagined the hardest bit would be adjusting to island life in a new community. Five months after they moved, Callum sustained life-changing injuries in an ATV accident.In this podcast episode, Blether Together host Sarah Stephen caught up with Callum to find out how he and his family have worked through the upheaval of the accident, and the tools Callum has used to stay positive despite his challenging recovery…Farmstrong Scotland is an in...
2025-03-2944 min
Blether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandSleep Special: Make Sleep Health a Priority, with Head of Sleep Action Alyson O'BrienIn this bonus episode of Blether Together, to tie in with World Sleep Day 2025 - 'Make Sleep Health a Priority' host Sarah Stephen met with Alyson O'Brien, Head of Sleep Action to discuss tips on getting a better nights sleep, especially important at busy times of year such as lambing and calving.From our research, farmers and crofters across Scotland have told us that getting the right amount of good quality sleep can be challenging. In response to this, with the help of our sleep expert Alyson we have created some detailed resources on how we can a...
2025-03-1123 min
Blether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandFinding Resilience, with Michael GoldieMichael Goldie is a fifth generation farmer and breeds pedigree Suffolk sheep along with his mum Helen, who started breeding the flock 60 years ago. Michael also works as an agent for NFU Mutual and NFU Scotland, which is where he believes part of his resilience and recovery strategy came from when, earlier this year, his flock was unfortunately hit with the Schmallenberg Virus resulting in him losing around 70% of his lamb crop. Michael discusses with host Sarah Stephen, how he dealt with the situation physically and mentally, and how making a plan of recovery early on has h...
2025-02-2721 min
Blether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandBonus episode: Webinar recording - Give Wellbeing a Sporting Chance with Stafford McDowallListen to the recording of the last in our winter webinar series, Give Wellbeing a Sporting Chance, when we speak to Scottish rugby sensation, Stafford McDowall. Stafford had his name down to study agriculture at Newcastle University as an 18-year-old, but he deferred the place while he tried to break into the professional rugby ranks, juggling training sessions with farm jobs. The chance to make rugby his livelihood did come knocking during that gap year out and Stafford headed for the bright lights of Glasgow and a life away from the family farm which stands a...
2025-02-1854 min
The Whole Story29. Farmstrong with Gerard VaughanIn this episode Becks sits down with Gerard Vaughan from Farmstrong. Gerard is Farmstrong’s programme director and he helped design and establish the programme in 2015 . He now oversees its research and education initiatives and is passionate about turning the science of wellbeing into practical tools and resources for busy farmers.Farmstrong is a nationwide wellbeing programme for the rural community with the aim of supporting farmers to “live well to farm well” and in this episode Gerard shares with us why looking after your mental wellbeing is not a positive for you, but also a...
2025-02-1046 min
Blether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandWellbeing on Wheels, with Rob WainwrightIn this episode of Blether Together, host Sarah Stephen caught up with Rob Wainwright OBE before he sets off on Doddie's Grand Tour 2025 - an 800-mile charity cycle from Dublin to Edinburgh to raise money for My Name'5 Doddie Foundation.Rob relocated to the Isle of Coll in the 90's to farm with his family after his rugby career as a Scotland international came to an end. Listen in to the podcast to find out more about island farming, Rob's passion for looking after his wellbeing, and raising money for charities close to his heart.
2025-02-0428 min
Scotland's Farm Advisory Service PodcastAgri Culture - SAYFC RespectMary-Jane Lawrie is joined by Ally Brunton chair of SAYFC and Jillian Kennedy, SAYFC Vice chair. They both talk about their time in young farmers and the experiences and benefits of being in the club. They also tell us about the SAYFC Respect campaign which was launched at the Highland Show in 2024, which aims to allow every member to contribute to SAYFC as a safe, inclusive, fun environment for young people. This episode discusses themes around mental wellbeing and suicide, please listen with care. Resources The Scottish Association of Young Farmers Clubs | SAYFC SAYFC f...
2025-01-1637 minAgri CultureSAYFC RespectMary-Jane Lawrie is joined by Ally Brunton chair of SAYFC and Jillian Kennedy, SAYFC Vice chair. They both talk about their time in young farmers and the experiences and benefits of being in the club. They also tell us about the SAYFC Respect campaign which was launched at the Highland Show in 2024, which aims to allow every member to contribute to SAYFC as a safe, inclusive, fun environment for young people. This episode discusses themes around mental wellbeing and suicide, please listen with care. Resources The Scottish Association of Young Farmers Clubs | SAYFC SAYFC f...
2025-01-1637 min
Scotland's Farm Advisory Service PodcastStock Talk - Jock GibsonIn this podcast we hear from Jock Gibson who is a farmer and butcher. He talks about his farming system at home and how his cattle are certified with Pasture for Life. This means they are on a grassland and forage diet and are therefore slower to reach finished weights than conventional finishing systems which feed concentrate feed. Jock has native breeds of cattle to suit this system. Jock also talks about the butchery side of the business and direct selling to customers and the importance of eating quality of the meat he is selling to customers. Jock also t...
2024-12-271h 08
Stock TalkJock GibsonIn this podcast we hear from Jock Gibson who is a farmer and butcher. He talks about his farming system at home and how his cattle are certified with Pasture for Life. This means they are on a grassland and forage diet and are therefore slower to reach finished weights than conventional finishing systems which feed concentrate feed. Jock has native breeds of cattle to suit this system. Jock also talks about the butchery side of the business and direct selling to customers and the importance of eating quality of the meat he is selling to customers. Jock also t...
2024-12-271h 08
Talking DairySummer yarns: ‘Dairy farming saved my life’ | Bonus episodeWelcome to the first of our Talking Dairy summer yarns. In this bonus episode, we revisit a moment from the inspiring story of Emma Walton, a young contract milker from Waikato. Hear how dairy farming not only saved her life but also gave her purpose and strength. Emma shares her top strategies for coping with stress and why she thinks farming is more than just a job. Listen to the full episode here: 'Dairy farming saved my life' | DairyNZ Support resources and links:Rural Support Trust: Help an...
2024-12-2211 min
Scotland's Farm Advisory Service PodcastRural Roundup - Keeping Well at ChristmasWelcome back to the Rural Round-up. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode, we’re joined by George Chalmers & Tiffany Stephenson who discuss all relevant schemes and deadlines, and look ahead to Christmas in the Farming Community. FAS Resources Mental Health and Wellbeing | Information helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service fas.scot/downloads/mental-health-and-wellbeing/ Other Resources Home - RSABI Christmas and mental health - Mind Farmstrong Scotland - Live Well, Farm & Croft Well Preparing for...
2024-12-1819 min
The Rural RoundupKeeping Well at ChristmasWelcome back to the Rural Round-up. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode, we’re joined by George Chalmers & Tiffany Stephenson who discuss all relevant schemes and deadlines, and look ahead to Christmas in the Farming Community. FAS Resources Mental Health and Wellbeing | Information helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service fas.scot/downloads/mental-health-and-wellbeing/ Other Resources Home - RSABI Christmas and mental health - Mind Farmstrong Scotland - Live Well, Farm & Croft Well Preparing f...
2024-12-1819 min
Blether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandI'M Wellness with Iona MurrayHost Sarah Stephen caught up with Iona Murray; one half of Fed by Farmers and no stranger to podcasting, she’s on the other side of the interview this time, answering the questions instead of asking them! Iona tells us about her career, which spans being a school teacher, going to work at Dumfries House, working with Cammy Wilson at The Sheep Game, and now adding starting her own business I'M Wellness to her list of achievements, where she is a holistic health and wellness practitioner. Iona also discusses going through a tough time during the...
2024-12-1725 min
Blether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandKeep talking and laughing, with Jim SmithOur special Christmas bonus recording is with the one and only Jim Smith! You don’t have to be a teuchter to enjoy this, it’s got something for everyone. Jim tells Sarah about his farming background, how going to Young Farmers helped on his journey to becoming a stand-up comedian and the reason he regularly takes time out to go to the cinema or out for dinner with friends. Listen to the end for Jim’s hilarious impressions of some very well-known voices! Jim also gives some great, simple wellbeing improvement tips, a listen that's...
2024-12-1728 min
Blether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandA new perspective on farming, with Cora CooperHost Sarah Stephen talks with Cora Cooper on her journey from law graduate to partner in a farming business in Muirkirk, Ayr. Working as a team with her husband and three young children, Cora discusses their farming system of 3,500 hill ewes on over 5,000 acres of hill ground, and their passion for delivering for both nature and food production.Cora and David have built their business around their family, and Cora talks about the priorities, the challenges to get where they are and the wellbeing routine that she has implemented to make her day a bit less hectic.
2024-12-0130 min
Blether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandBonus episode: Webinar recording - Give Wellbeing a Sporting Chance with Sam WhitelockListen in to the recording of our first webinar in the new series, Give Wellbeing a Sporting Chance, with Sam Whitelock.Farmstrong Chairman John Scott welcomes Sam Whitelock, farmer and New Zealand rugby player.As well as giving some insights to his impressive rugby career, Sam also gives an open and honest account of life on the farm and in particular the challenges the family faced when they suffered an outbreak of Salmonella. He speaks about how this affected both their business and wellbeing, and how it led to him getting involved in F...
2024-11-1347 min
Scotland's Farm Advisory Service PodcastAgri Culture - Jim Chapman: Adapting to Life After an AccidentListener Advisory Note : This episode contains a mention of suicide, please listen with care. Mary-Jane Lawrie is joined by joined by Jim Chapman, farmer and farm safety ambassador. Jim talks openly about the farm accident that changed his life when he lost his arm in a PTO shaft. He talks about the impact that had on him, and how he got through the dark times. He tells us how important the support he received from friends, family and young farmers was to him. He went on to do a Nuffield scholarship on farm safety and is now an amb...
2024-11-1247 min
Scotland's Farm Advisory Service PodcastAgri Culture - Stephanie Berkeley: Yellow WelliesMary-Jane Lawrie is joined by Stephanie Berkeley from the Farm Safety Foundation Stephanie Berkeley is Manager of the Farm Safety Foundation, which you might know also as Yellow Wellies. The Farm Safety Foundation was established in 2014 with the aim of improving farm safety in the UK. The Foundation runs successful campaigns such as Farm Safety week and educates young farmers across the UK in colleges and young farmer clubs. Stephanie talks to us about the importance of the charity, and resources available to all farmers. If you’d like to get in touch or find out more...
2024-11-1235 minAgri CultureJim Chapman: Adapting to Life After an AccidentListener Advisory Note : This episode contains a mention of suicide, please listen with care. Mary-Jane Lawrie is joined by Jim Chapman, farmer and farm safety ambassador. Jim talks openly about the farm accident that changed his life when he lost his arm in a PTO shaft. He talks about the impact that had on him, and how he got through the dark times. He tells us how important the support he received from friends, family and young farmers was to him. He went on to do a Nuffield scholarship on farm safety and is now an ambassador for th...
2024-11-1247 minAgri CultureStephanie Berkeley: Yellow WelliesMary-Jane Lawrie is joined by Stephanie Berkeley from the Farm Safety Foundation Stephanie Berkeley is Manager of the Farm Safety Foundation, which you might know also as Yellow Wellies. The Farm Safety Foundation was established in 2014 with the aim of improving farm safety in the UK. The Foundation runs successful campaigns such as Farm Safety week and educates young farmers across the UK in colleges and young farmer clubs. Stephanie talks to us about the importance of the charity, and resources available to all farmers. If you’d like to get in touch or find out more...
2024-11-1235 min
Life is for the Living4.3 - The Bad NewsWhat do you do when you get the worst news of your life? How do you cope? Who do you tell? And how do you move forward? In this episode, guest Mara walks us through the journey to her husband's Pat diagnosis of ALS and the months after the diagnosis and they learned what their new normal was. To learn more about ALS: https://www.iamals.org/Pat's Website: https://farmstrong.info/Mara and Pat's Twitter: https://x.com/farmstronginfoTo listen via Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LifeisfortheLivingPodcast
2024-10-2116 min
Blether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandTackling a farming future with Stafford McDowallScottish rugby player Stafford McDowall has thrown his not insignificant 6ft 4 inches might behind Farmstrong Scotland, and talks with host, Sarah Stephen, on the succession planning that's underway for his farming future.Stafford had his name down to study agriculture at Newcastle University as an 18-year-old, but he deferred the place while he tried to break into the professional rugby ranks, juggling training sessions with farm jobs. Of course, with luck on his side, that won’t be for a long while yet. After all, Stafford is still only 26 and is playing the best rugby of...
2024-10-0832 minFederated Farmers PodcastJason Herrick’s mental health story | EP 18It was a wet, muddy day in Southland in December 2018 that local dairy farmer Jason Herrick decided to take his life. Months of heavy rain, the pressure of excessive regulation, negative sentiment towards farming, and an inability to share his feelings had left him at breaking point.To coincide with Mental Health Awareness Week in New Zealand, we’re very fortunate to be joined by a now happy and well Jason, who’s president of Southland Federated Farmers. Hear how Jason climbed out of that hole six years ago, what changes he's made to his 'Sou...
2024-09-2226 min
Best of the WWESTEpisode 30 - Science and Sips: A Cider-Maker's Story w/ Hallee FriedIn this episode, we speak with Hallee Fried, who, along with her husband Jeff, co-owns Farmstrong Cider Company, based in Armstrong, British Columbia. But, her passion for working the land began long before she started cider-making. Agriculture and farming have been a part of her life for as long as she can remember. In this interview, she shares her story of how and why she got into cider-making, and the labour of love that goes into the craft. She also talks about the challenges faced in the industry, including the impacts of climate c...
2024-09-1717 min
Blether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandTaking the fast lane in farming and Formula 1, with Isla MackenzieIn this episode we talk to Isla Mackenzie – raised on a dairy farm on the Isle of Lewis and now working perfecting parts for the cars that Formula One’s Lewis Hamilton and George Russell drive at Grand Prix around the world for Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS. Host Sarah Stephen finds out more about what farming and F1 have in common and Isla’s career in motorsport, including her own journey to get behind the wheel and race.Isla tells us about the barriers she’s faced and how wellbeing plays a vital part in ensuring she is mental...
2024-09-0528 min
Blether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandTime - the untapped resource, with Michael BlancheIn the latest episode of Blether Together, kindly supported by The NFU Mutual Charitable Trust, host Sarah Stephen talks with Michael Blanche on his journey to becoming a first-generation farmer, and how he stayed tenacious and resilient through the knock-backs and challenges. It all started in 2003 when Michael went to buy ten sheep but returned with 50, purchased on a credit card so in his own words he actually started with nothing. Over the years he rented 150 acres over seven holdings, all on short-term lets, whilst trying to secure his own tenancy. After seven attempts, this was finally p...
2024-08-0834 min
Blether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandA Stressful Situation, with Rory ChristieRory Christie is a partner in the Dourie Farming Company Ltd., a dairy and piggery business that he runs with his brother Gregor in Wigtownshire, Southwest Scotland. Rory, founder of the co-operative The Milk Suppliers Association (MSA), oversees the dairy farm where 1100 dairy cows calve in February and March each year and spend the majority of the year outside. Gregor takes care of the pig side of the operation which is an indoor Danish-like system. A family business started by their grandfather and now stretching 70 years in operation, there have been many ups and downs over those y...
2024-06-1230 min
Quality Meat Scotland PodcastSeries 11 - Episode 7 - Grass, Farmstrong Scotland & market outlookSend a textIn this episode, we speak to John Ritchie about grassland management - he's very inspiring and infectiously enthusiastic! Also to Alix Ritchie about Farmstrong Scotland and the events coming up in their calendar for farmers and crofters to join and hear how others are investing in their wellbeing. Iain Macdonald, QMS’s Market Intelligence Manager, talks about the beef, sheep and lamb markets, and the outlook for demand and supply for the spring and summer, and to Sarah Millar, QMS CEO, about her win and all she's been doing to support the red...
2024-05-2033 min
Light RoastEpisode 11 // Stretch FarmstrongWe're lightly roasting the strongest men this week, including Obadiah's farmer friend. You'll also learn about cottage core, tradwives, toe yoga, and where to find thousands of dollars hidden away. Mindy claims to be a mechanic, and Obadiah shares his experience shoe shopping with the guys. This and more on today's episode of Light Roast! Connect with us on our Facebook Page, give us a follow, leave a review, and share with a friend! Follow Obadiah and Mindy on Instagram:@lookatobadiah@mindy_ross...
2024-05-081h 06
Blether Together with Farmstrong ScotlandThe Ups and Downs of Farming Life, with John ScottIn the first episode, Sarah meets up with fourth-generation farmer John Scott, who farms at Fearn Farm, with his wife Fiona and their four children. The family’s mixed enterprise includes 3,500 breeding ewes, 250 beef cattle, renewables, malted barley, meat boxes and holiday cottages. Many will know John as the chairman of Farmstrong Scotland but what we delve into in the podcast is why he is personally so passionate to get the movement set up. During this first blether, you join a very honest discussion of the ups and downs of John's farming life. Farmstrong Scotland is a...
2024-04-2429 min
Scottish Rural Leadership ProgrammeRural Leaders in Conversation - Alix RitchieAlix Ritchie is a Perthshire farmer and passionate advocate for the rural community, who was recently appointed as the very first Programme Director for Farmstrong Scotland - a new peer-to-peer wellbeing programme. She has developed an understanding of agriculture, education and skills development through working with SAYFC, RHET and most recently QMS as Health & Education Manager. She is also a board member of the Women in Agriculture network.In our podcast this month, she shares her story since completing the Scottish Rural Leadership Programme, and why wellbeing is such an important topic for agriculture, and r...
2024-02-2923 min
Ag in ConversationKumara where are you? growing complexity in the rural sector, one year on - Cyclone Gabrielle004 | It's one year on from Cyclone Gabrielle creating havoc and mayhem everywhere it went, this week the girls dive into where all the kumara has gone and when it will be back on our shelves - spoiler alert fingers crossed very soon! and also the ongoing project - the check-in - to support those who have been and continue to be effected - it is a series of events and courses to support wellbeing. ‘Checking-in’ is run by the Agri-Women’s Development Trust, Rural Women New Zealand and Farmstrong with support from the Rural Support Trust. The project...
2024-02-2232 minOnFARM Scottish farming podcastFarmstrong, a Nuffield Scholarship, and Moray farming: Jock GibsonJock Wilson is a busy guy! In this episode, producer Dave visits Jock to learn about the various projects and enterprises he's involved in - from beef and sheep farming at Edinvale Farm in Moray, to running Macbeth's butcher and game dealer. Jock is also leading on introducing wellbeing and resilience initiative FarmStrong in Scotland, and is about to embark on a Nuffield Farming Scholarship focused on meat eating quality. We are grateful to Scottish law firm Gillespie Macandrew for their support of this episode.Mentioned in this episode:Podcast producers Bespoken Media
2023-12-1835 min
Let’s Check In PodcastBouncing Back with farmer and mental health advocate, Marc GascoigneMarc Gascoigne runs a successful 150-hectare, 450-cow dairy farm in central Waikato, South of Cambridge in the upper North Island of New Zealand.
Seven years ago, Marc had a panic attack that jolted him into realising he needed help. After overcoming his own mental health struggles, he has gone on to become a facilitator with the Rural Support Trust and is a key ambassador for the organisation Farmstrong - advocating for better mental health and self care for farmers.
In this episode you’ll learn:
How finding the cour...
2023-12-0351 min
Let’s Check In Podcast#8 Bouncing Back with farmer and mental health advocate, Marc GascoigneMarc Gascoigne runs a successful 150-hectare, 450-cow dairy farm in central Waikato, South of Cambridge in the upper North Island of New Zealand.Seven years ago, Marc had a panic attack that jolted him into realising he needed help. After overcoming his own mental health struggles, he has gone on to become a facilitator with the Rural Support Trust and is a key ambassador for the organisation Farmstrong - advocating for better mental health and self care for farmers.In this episode you’ll learn:How finding the courage to speak truthfully builds authentic co...
2023-12-0351 minAgri CultureJohn Scott and Jock Gibson: Farmstrong ScotlandMary-Jane Lawrie talks to John Scott and Jock Gibson from Farmstrong Scotland. Farmstrong Scotland is a new initiative which is inspired by Farmstrong New Zealand and Doug Avery’s visit to Scotland a couple of years ago. John and Jock tell us what Farmstrong is, why they want to be involved in it, what wellbeing means to them, and give examples of how they implement Farmstrong’s five steps to wellbeing in their own lives. FAS Resources Mental Health and Wellbeing in Agriculture | Information helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) What's Stopp...
2023-11-1738 min
Scotland's Farm Advisory Service PodcastAgri Culture - John Scott and Jock Gibson: Farmstrong ScotlandMary-Jane Lawrie talks to John Scott and Jock Gibson from Farmstrong Scotland. Farmstrong Scotland is a new initiative which is inspired by Farmstrong New Zealand and Doug Avery’s visit to Scotland a couple of years ago. John and Jock tell us what Farmstrong is, why they want to be involved in it, what wellbeing means to them, and give examples of how they implement Farmstrong’s five steps to wellbeing in their own lives. FAS Resources Mental Health and Wellbeing in Agriculture | Information helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) What's Stopp...
2023-11-1738 min
Cultivating CuriosityBreaking stigma: Mental health solutions in farming and rural communitiesExplore the heart of rural Georgia in this episode as we discuss the intersection of social work, agriculture and mental well-being with Anna Scheyett, professor in the CAES Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communication (ALEC) and former dean at the University of Georgia's School of Social Work. Anna shares how she is building more robust networks to dismantle mental health stigmas, advocate for farmers' health and mental well-being, and highlight the statewide work being done to promote resilience and build support in the communities that provide our food, fuel and fiber.Resources:...
2023-11-0927 min
Talking Dairy'Dairy farming saved my life' | Ep. 62To coincide with Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re sharing the powerful story of Emma Walton, a young Waikato contract milker. Emma not only loves dairy farming, but says it saved her life. Find out why farming has been the key to her recovery, why she’s passionate about lifting mental wellbeing in the rural sector, how she copes with stress on the farm, her ambitions, and more. NotesRural Support Trust: Help and support for rural NZ (rural-support.org.nz)0800 787 254Home - Farmstrong - Live Well Farm Well...
2023-09-1927 min
Farmers Weekly PodcastEp.8 | Tending to mental health on farmNext week is Mental Health Awareness Week, a time to reflect on a health challenge that is often invisible, and even when it’s not it can be hard to talk about.That’s beginning to change with programmes like Farmstrong giving voice to those who have been affected. There are others in the farming family who also work tirelessly to normalise talking about our mental health.One of those is Federated Farmers president Wayne Langford. A few years ago he found himself weighed down by low dairy payouts, a drought and other challenges.He s...
2023-09-1520 minTalking DairyTaking the strain out of farming | Ep. 61What do saloon doors and exosuits have to do with reducing injuries on dairy farms? They’re among a range of practical ideas DairyNZ is trialling to help farmers avoid sprains and strains, particularly around calving time. Hear about the designs and prototypes, including a new easy-entry calf trailer and a flexible breast rail, from DairyNZ senior scientist Dr Callum Eastwood and Waikato dairy farmer Marcus Graham.NotesThis project has been made possible through $900,000 of co-funding by ACC’s Workplace Injury Prevention programme, supported by a $150,000 investment by dairy farmers thro...
2023-09-0616 min
Choosing to Farm: New Generation StoriesNicole & Jeremiah Vernon Talk Time, Family and Vulnerability
“I have a specific memory of the first time we ever did sheep, I was so mad at my parents, we were going to kill the sheep. And then fast forward like an hour into it. And I came running into the house
holding a sheep tongue and being like, Mom, check this sheep tongue out.”—Jeremiah Vernon
Vernon Family Farm (VFF) is a 1st generation, pastured livestock farm on the Seacoast of New Hampshire. Established in 2014,
VFF works hard to provide wholesome, delicious food to their community through their farm store and th...
2023-08-091h 13Talking DairyWet weather management | Ep. 56Rain, rain, rain. How are other dairy farmers managing their way through this exceptionally wet winter? Hear from Hauraki Plains farm owner John Garrett, Cambridge farm owner Marc Gascoigne, and Northland herd owning sharemilker Carl MacDonald, who explain how they're trying to minimise soil damage while still adequately feeding the cows. They discuss round lengths, cow comfort, team morale, mental health, lessons from previous wet winters, and more. NotesWet weather management - DairyNZSpring Rotation Planner - DairyNZRural Support Trust: Help and support for rural NZ...
2023-07-0638 minThe SuccessionReady PodcastSuccessionReady – The Client ExperienceIn this episode, co-hosts James Grieve and Ashka Wirk are joined by Halee Fried. Halee is the founder of a family-owned business, Farmstrong Cider Company, located in Armstrong, British Columbia, Canada. Halee and her family were early adopter clients of the SuccessionReady approach to succession planning. Halee shares her experience with founding and growing Farmstrong, her succession planning experience with SuccessionReady, and her advice to other founders thinking about succession planning for their businesses.
2023-06-3025 minTalking DairyLive from Fieldays: Striking the balance – mental health and wellbeing | Ep. 55Our guests Matte Kirk and Kelly Dickey share their thoughts on mental wellness in the rural sector. Are farmers getting better at talking about how they’re feeling? Why is getting off the farm so important? How do Matte (former dairy farmer, Pioneer area manager) and Kelly (sharemilker, Rural Support Trust facilitator) stay in top form? The pair also talk about the great work of Surfing For Farmers, which they both help to run in Raglan, on Waikato's west coast. LinksWhere to get help - DairyNZ Surfing for FarmersFarmer wellbeing...
2023-06-2120 min
RaboTalk – Growing our futureA Resilient Mindset with David ToddOn this episode of RaboTalk's Growing our future, host Katie Rodwell is joined by David Todd, the man behind Toddy Talks. Toddy is a facilitator for the East Coast Rural Support Trust.This episode focuses on farmer resilience, talking through the issues of isolation and often-stressful nature of agriculture, with severe weather and volatile trading conditions which can put pressure on rural families. Katie and Toddy discuss the meaning of resilience, finding a positive mindset in tough situations, thinking critically instead of negatively, and controlling what's within your control. Toddy shares his top four resilience tips and...
2023-05-3029 minTalking DairyMental health: ‘Don’t be afraid to open up’ | Ep. 51Overwhelmed by workload pressure, self-doubt and a fear of what others expected of him, fifth generation farmer Sam Spencer-Bower stopped being able to function. It took six months before his wife – and Sir John Kirwan – helped convince him to get help. In this episode, Sam kindly joins us to share his mental health journey: the underlying causes, learning to talk about it, the road to recovery, and the skills he’s developed to cope with the stresses of the job, so he can keep on enjoying dairy farming. NotesWhere to get help...
2023-05-2316 min
Skagit StorytellersSS #017: Computers, Food and Music with Charlie KrengelCharlie Krengel worked at Hugo Helmer for years and is famous around the Valley for being a talented musician. We don't talk about that at all. I loved the challenge of talking about things other than music. Sharing stories and going on tangents is my favorite part of this podcast, so please enjoy.Friday, April 21st, Charlie's playing with Wes and Carly in the tulip fields, and you can buy tickets here. Ticket sales go directly toward funding grants for cancer patients in Skagit County.Saturday, April 22nd, Charlie's playing with Cory Vincent and the E...
2023-04-171h 00
Skagit StorytellersSS #016: Mari WuellnerMari is a runner, a life coach and a friend. Check out her main IG, she posts valuable content if you just need to get shit done. Also, she’s funny. Check out her new Love Where You Live IG Account: https://www.instagram.com/lovewhereyoulivewa/Mari’s episode is awesome, just like her. In the show, we reference going to the Hub Connection in Bellingham. I highly recommend checking it out in person, but at the very least, check out their IG page which I’ll link in the description. I already liked H...
2023-04-1439 min
Over the FenceWhat is Farmstrong? An intro to Farmstrong this week plus weekly primary sector headlines, weather & gardening to do's
2023-04-1257 min
Rural Business FocusTips to Prevent BurnoutHave you ever experienced burnout? Have you had work related stress? It's really important we look out for it in ourselves and other people and take steps to prevent it. This is what we discuss in today's episode. ReferencesEpisode 19 with Tony Ilett on physical and mental fitnessEpisode 21 with Lucy Williamson on nutritionArticle in the Journal of Rural Studies on farmer burnoutThe Warning Signs of Unhealthy Stress (in Farmstrong)About burnout on FarmstrongBusiness Health Institute piece with stats on burnout. ...
2023-04-0423 min
Skagit StorytellersSS #006: The Apartment Sessions with Clay ChristoffersonClay drove all the way to Concrete, WA for this special episode. He lives in Iowa, so that's a long drive. Resistance tried to prevent us from recording this debut conversation between two Skagit Valley trivia hosts, but alas, we looked Resistance in it's face and said, "NOT TODAY". I babble about running a lot in this and for that, I'm sorry. I'm not sorry that I run, I'm just sorry I talked about it so much. I could have edited it all out but I'm a few episodes into this podcast and to be honest, I'm really over...
2023-02-261h 15
The Whole Story18. Emma Rowe - FMG InsuranceIn this episode Becks catches up with Emma Rowe, Sustainability Specialist from FMG Insurance. A bittersweet episode as it brings the first season of The Whole Story Podcast to a close, but this conversation was such a highlight.
This episode is based around the UN SDG 17 – Partnerships for the goals; and that’s why Emma is the perfect guest for this topic. Without the partnership with Emma and the team at FMG, this podcast would not be a reality!
Emma shares her agricultural background with us; she may be sitting in an office in wellington but her roots are in rura...
2023-02-2347 minThe Rural RoundupNVZs, Budget updates, Farmstrong Scotland & a Spotlight on the Crofting Matters PodcastWelcome back to the Rural Roundup. Happy New Year and a Happy Burns Night from all of us at the Farm Advisory Service! This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode we will join Farm Advisors, Tiffany, George, and Robert to find out about what’s been going on in the agricultural sector, we bring you an update on some new Farm Advisory Service resources, events, and other events happening in industry, and Siobhan MacDonald, host of our sister podcast, Crofting Matters, to take us on a quick whistlestop tour of the Crofting Matt...
2023-01-2539 min
Honor Your SparkCreatures of Change: Ray Holloman on the Liberation of Change, from Gender to Work from Home*Announcement*Creatures of Change podcast is no longer releasing new episodes. The episode archives will remain available in the same podcast feed as Valerie’s new show, Bad Bitch Therapist Podcast. Happy listening!Ray Holloman (often at his most hilarious in tandem with his wife Alicia) is one of those people whose posts cause you to actually cackle.He’s witty, kind, silly, freakishly productive, obsessed with dinosaurs— and until 6 years ago, was living in a body that didn’t feel like his own.In this episode of Creatures of Change, Ray shares about how transitioning his gender not only resulted...
2022-12-1947 min
Sustainable Business Podcast by Innovation ForumWhat does the route to sustainable landscapes and commodities look like?Some on-the-spot reflections at the recent sustainable landscapes and commodities forum in Amsterdam from Tesco's Anna Turrell, Anita Neville from Golden Agri-Resources, Craig Tribolet from APRIL, Glenn Hurowitz from Mighty Earth, Josh Tosteson from Everland, Patrick Houdry from Airbus, Michiel Hendriksz from FarmStrong Foundation, Eloisa Menguzzo from PGGM and Innovation Forum senior associate Peter Stanbury, talking with Ian Welsh.
They highlight the use of science-based targets and satellite monitoring, the need for transparency and sustainable sourcing, and opportunities for voluntary carbon markets and balancing between regulation and incentives to end commodity-driven deforestation.
2022-12-1316 minSustainable Business Podcast by Innovation ForumWhat does the route to sustainable landscapes and commodities look like?Some on-the-spot reflections at the recent sustainable landscapes and commodities forum in Amsterdam from Tesco's Anna Turrell, Anita Neville from Golden Agri-Resources, Craig Tribolet from APRIL, Glenn Hurowitz from Mighty Earth, Josh Tosteson from Everland, Patrick Houdry from Airbus, Michiel Hendriksz from FarmStrong Foundation, Eloisa Menguzzo from PGGM and Innovation Forum senior associate Peter Stanbury, talking with Ian Welsh.
They highlight the use of science-based targets and satellite monitoring, the need for transparency and sustainable sourcing, and opportunities for voluntary carbon markets and balancing between regulation and incentives to end commodity-driven deforestation.
2022-12-1316 min
Beer Me RoarMEW1 E75 Farmstrong Brewing Mount Baker Black LagerA beautiful autumn evening demands something light and dark at the same time. Kind of like daylight savings- but in beer form. This one saves some daylight for you, but really its just dark. This all makes sense in our heads- listen to us explain the deliciousness and get one for yourself!
2022-11-0904 minSustainable Business Podcast by Innovation ForumWeekly podcast: Incentives to improve inadequate waste infrastructure in west AfricaThis week: Clem Ugorji from the Global Plastic Action Partnership, formerly vice-president for public affairs communications and sustainability for west Africa at Coca-Cola, talks with Bea Stevenson about the reality of waste collection infrastructure in the region, and ways to create value and incentives for plastic collection and waste segregation.
Plus, insight from Tesco’s Anna Turrell, APRIL’s Craig Tribolet and FarmStrong Foundation’s Michiel Hendriksz, speaking with Ian Welsh this week at Innovation Forum's sustainable landscapes and commodities conference in Amsterdam.
And, in the news digest with Bea Stevenson: Ellen MacArthur Foundation says corpora...
2022-11-0423 minSustainable Business Podcast by Innovation ForumWeekly podcast: Incentives to improve inadequate waste infrastructure in west AfricaThis week: Clem Ugorji from the Global Plastic Action Partnership, formerly vice-president for public affairs communications and sustainability for west Africa at Coca-Cola, talks with Bea Stevenson about the reality of waste collection infrastructure in the region, and ways to create value and incentives for plastic collection and waste segregation.
Plus, insight from Tesco’s Anna Turrell, APRIL’s Craig Tribolet and FarmStrong Foundation’s Michiel Hendriksz, speaking with Ian Welsh this week at Innovation Forum's sustainable landscapes and commodities conference in Amsterdam.
And, in the news digest with Bea Stevenson: Ellen MacArthur Foundation says corpora...
2022-11-0423 min