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Beanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global / AHDB Talking Leaders Series – Global Leadership, Local Impact: Visionary Voices Shaping the Future of Agribusiness with Ingo & Nina Plöger.We know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In the August episode of Talking Leaders, we sit down with Ingo and Nina Plöger – two of Brazil’s foremost leaders in agribusiness and global development. Ingo is an entrepreneur, engineer, and economist, and serves as President of the Strategic Council for Latin America and Vice Presi...
2025-08-211h 02Beanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global / AHDB Talking Leaders Series – Melanie Siggs: Food Systems, Natural Capital & the Future of Farming.We know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In the July episode of Talking Leaders we were joined by Melanie Siggs, Director of Strategic Engagements at the Global Seafood Alliance for a conversation on the synergies between blue food systems, agriculture and forestry, and how they must work together to drive responsible food production.
2025-07-181h 05Beanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global / AHDB Talking Leaders Series – Ben Hirst “Lifting Business to New Heights”We know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community. In the May episode of Talking Leaders we were joined by Ben Hirst – founder of Horizon Platforms and a leader who has built his success on lifting others up, quite literally. From starting a national equipment rental business in 2008, Ben scaled Horizon into a respect...
2025-05-081h 00Beanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Series: Russ McKenzie – The Innovator Cultivating ChangeWe know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In April's episode of Talking Leaders we met Russ McKenzie; a dynamic force in modern farming.Managing a arable business on the Cambridgeshire / Northamptonshire border, Russ is not just a farmer but a trailblazer in agronomy trials and independent consultancy. As a member of...
2025-04-1759 minBeanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Series: From Paddocks to Policy – Catherine Marriott’s Journey of Leadership and ESG AdvocacyWe know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In this episode of Talking Leaders we delved into the inspiring journey of Catherine Marriott OAM, a trailblazer in agriculture, leadership, and sustainability. With over 20 years of experience across executive roles, governance, and consultancy, Catherine has a unique ability to bridge the worlds of practical farming...
2025-03-271h 00Beanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Series: with Colin Crooks MBE, Serial Social Entrepreneur & Founder of Intentionality.In the February edition of AHDB Talking Leaders, we were delighted to be joined by Colin Crooks MBE.Colin is a serial social entrepreneur with a track record of establishing impactful and sustainable social enterprises. Currently he is launching BirdRun©, a novel competition designed to increase interest in wildlife and raise funding for environmental protection. Previously he ran Tree Shepherd which over 10 years supported hundreds of people from low-income backgrounds to start their own business. Before that he founded and operated 5 innovative recycling businesses. One of these, Green-Works was awarded the Queens Award for Enterprise; Sustainable Development.
2025-02-131h 02Beanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Series: Pushing Limits, Finding Balance: Mental Fitness with Sheena Horner.We know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In the January edition of AHDB Talking Leaders, we were excited to explore the topic of “Mental Fitness” with Sheena Horner, delving into how to Push Limits while Finding Balance.Sheena diversified into chilli farming and through that business she developed a growing network of f...
2025-01-2149 minBeanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Series: “Bring the people with you” with Gemma Krasucka – Head of Learning & Development, Leicester City Football Club.We know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In the January edition of AHDB Talking Leaders, we were delighted to be joined by Gemma Krasucka, Head of Learning & Development at Leicester City Football Club to discuss “Bring the people with you”.With a strong background in performance coaching, people development, and cultural change...
2025-01-0958 minBeanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Series: Dr Ellen Joan Ford “Create a thriving workplace”We know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In Decembers' AHDB Talking Leaders broadcast, we are delighted to be joined by Dr. Ellen Joan Ford for an engaging livestream, “Create a thriving workplace”.Ellen is hugely ambitious about improving the working world for people and for organisations. As a leader, researcher, military vete...
2024-12-121h 00Beanstalk GlobalAgriLeadership Gone Global: Different Fields, Similar Challenges – See How Success is Cultivated in Various Styles!The AHDB AgriLeader initiative in partnership with Nuffield International Farming Network Brasil were delighted to announce their collaborative broadcast.They explored how leaders from around the world tackle familiar challenges in different ways. Featuring Carla Borges, Wynoma Michaels, and Izak Heerden, hosted by Julia Cristina Campos and Max MacGillivray from Brazil, the UK, and South Africa, this session, “AgriLeadership Gone Global,” shared unique thoughts on leadership styles from diverse backgrounds and cultures.It’s okay to lead differently! Don’t miss this chance to learn how leadership thrives across cultures and gain fresh insights for inspirin...
2024-11-2958 minBeanstalk GlobalCUPGRA – Pre-Event Broadcast Investigating Cutting-Edge Potato Research Being Carried out Across the UK by CUPGRA Student NetworkPrior to the 35th CUPGRA Annual Cambridge Potato Conference on 10th & 11th December 2024 at Robinson College, Cambridge, we went live with a number of key individuals from the CUPGRA Student Network who will present a taste of their work in a flash talk on Beanstalk.Global.The aim was for them to give us all a quick taster of the cutting-edge potato research being carried out across the UK.Ten members of the CUPGRA Student Network, who will be presenting at the CUPGRA conference in December, were eager to introduce their research and spark your...
2024-11-221h 08Beanstalk GlobalAHDB Talking Leaders: Kat Thorne, Founder of the Morning Game ChangerWe know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In this months' AHDB Talking Leaders broadcast, we sit down with Kat Thorne, founder of The Morning Game Changer, to explore how cultivating positive habits can lead to sustained high performance without risking burnout. Kat is a positive habits international keynote speaker, teacher and co...
2024-11-2255 minBeanstalk GlobalAHDB - Talking Leaders - Anna Mosley of Eighty Growth AcademyWe know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In the October episode of Talking Leaders we are delighted to be joined by Anna Mosley - High Performance Coach & Founder of Eighty Growth Academy.Anna is a multi-award winning speaker and high performance coach. With an extensive past career in corporate leadership and...
2024-10-2253 minBeanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Series: Victor Campos – CEO of 3R Ribersolo Soil Lab. Discussing: Sexy Soils or Sustainable Soil Solutions?We know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In the September episode of Talking Leaders we are delighted to be joined by Victor Campos, CEO of 3R Ribersolo Soil Lab. We will delve into Victor’s journey from agricultural engineering to spearheading soil health initiatives. He will share his passion, love of innovation, and com...
2024-09-201h 00Beanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Series: Xander Beks, CEO I4Nature discussing Food2Lead the future.We know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In our August broadcast we were delighted to be joined by Xander Beks, CEO at I4Nature Global Cooperative in the Netherlands to discuss “reshaping the future of food”.Xander is driven by his passion for navigating complex issues within multi-stakeholder environments. He finds great...
2024-08-1554 minBeanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Series: Matt Phelan CEO of The Happiness Index – “Why the happiness of farmers matters”.We know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In our July broadcast we are delighted to be joined by Matt Phelan, Author & Co-Founder of The Happiness Index.In his day-to-day role, he’s responsible for the strategic direction of the business. He is the founder of The Happiness and Humans Community, host of...
2024-07-1858 minBeanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Series: Amie Burke: Inclusion & Diversity Manager at the Institute of Grocery Distribution (IGD).In our June broadcast we were delighted to be joined by Amie Burke, Inclusivity Programme Manager at IGD. With a vast experience in the agriculture and food sector Amie will share with us why diversity is so important and provide some insights and learnings she is seeing through the IGD membership which demonstrates best practice and enhances the bottom line.Amie has spent 15 years working in the agriculture sector, from banking to business improvement across the whole supply chain. After 4 years travelling internationally helping clients with their sustainability goals, auditing and providing solutions for supplying farmers in p...
2024-06-2054 minBeanstalk GlobalCultivating Trust between Farming & the Public - We went live with SEAS at the South of England Show 2024We went live with the South of England Agricultural Society (SEAS) from the South of England Show on Saturday 8th of June from the Young Farmer Building at the very impressive Showground. We Broadcast on the very important subject of how we collectively create more trust between the farming community and the general public. Our expert panel included:Kendra Hall – Nuffield Farming Scholarships Trust ScholarAndrew Flake – Sheep & Arable Farmer, West Sussex who opens his farm to the publicLeighton Snelgrove – Chairman of SYFC & Farm Manager for Elizabeth BuchananPeter Appleton – Dairy Fa...
2024-06-1145 minBeanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Series: Graham Wilkinson – CEO of AHDB. Leadership is a Momentum Game: Reflections from the first 90 days in office.We know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In our May broadcast we are delighted to be joined by Graham Wilkinson, CEO of the AHDB to discuss his reflections from the first 90 days as CEO and how that is impacting how he rolls out his vision to inspire and promote British farmers and growers.
2024-05-2453 minBeanstalk GlobalAHDB Talking Leaders Series: Awal Fuseini - Tapping into the Halal MarketWe know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In our March broadcast we are delighted to be joined by Dr Awal Fuseini, Halal Sector Senior Manager for the AHDB.Awal works closely with levy payers and key stakeholders in the Halal sector to create a better understanding of the requirements of Halal m...
2024-04-2354 minBeanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Series: Jack Sheffield, Farmer & Founder of Feel Alive Agri discussing “Building a Brand"We know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In our March broadcast we are delighted to be joined by Jack Sheffield, Farmer & Founder of FeelAliveAgri, discussing “Building a Brand”.Jack started FeelAliveAgri in 2017 with an aim to create a brand aimed at young people in agriculture which is affordable yet stylish. A brand whi...
2024-03-2854 minBeanstalk GlobalSouth of England Agricultural Society - Farming Technical ForumAs we’re all aware, currently there are multiple challenges and pressure faced both in our industry and lives. Join our panel to discuss and gain insight into how they are riding the current rollercoaster and adapting their businesses to become more resilient, motivating the people around them, whilst ensuring they look after themselves.Our Speakers:Mark Campbell, ChairChris Appleton, Dairy FarmerTom Rawson, Director of Evolution FarmingCharles Anyan, FCN Ambassador & FarmerMax MacGillivray, Beanstalk Global – HostAbout our SpeakersChris Appleton – Dairy FarmerChris has been fortunate enough to return to the fa...
2024-02-221h 04Beanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Series: Kirsty Lewis, Founder of the School of Facilitation discussing "A Business is Never Too Small for Effective Communication"We know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In our February broadcast were delighted to be joined by Kirsty Lewis - Founder of the School of Facilitation, discussing "A Business is Never Too Small for Effective Communication".A bit about Kirsty and the School of Facilitation: "Hi, I’m Kirsty, Founder of th...
2024-02-1557 minBeanstalk GlobalWe Go Live with Key Individuals In Zimbabwe Prior To Our Trip to Promote the Country and It’s Agriculture & Fresh Produce Sectors.In late 2024, Kegan Stubbs and Max MacGillivray are travelling to Zim to explore the best of the countries farming and produce whilst supporting agricultural industries. They will be visiting a number of key growers to film, to learn and to promote the countries fresh food output for both internal consumption and to also highlight them all for key export markets. We are keen to give this opportunity for key Partner Sponsors to benefit from the planned mission to Zimbabwe!On the Broadcast was:Kegan Stubbs – he is currently engaged in exploring the intricacies of the ag...
2024-02-1448 minBeanstalk GlobalTANZ Net Zero Show and Tell: Showcasing Best Net Zero PracticesThe road to Net Zero can be a challenging and tricky journey. Learning from the experiences of others can help make that journey a bit easier and enhance your business’ efforts to reduce its carbon emissions and make your operations more profitable and sustainable. This is why we at SLIPAH, together with our partners at Beanstalk Global, are assembling a star panel of sustainability experts for our upcoming ‘Net Zero Show and Tell’ Webinar on the 30th of January from 1pm-2pm. This webinar will provide the platform for our panellists to share the experience and knowledge they have had fr...
2024-02-011h 05Beanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Series: Chris Manley, Nuffield Scholar. “Walk with Me”We know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In our January broadcast we are delighted to be joined by Chris Manley - Agriculture Sustainability Manager for Muller & Milk, and Nuffield Scholar. The topic of conversation: his "Walk with Me" campaign - bringing farmers together with their supply chain partners to make a positive impact.
2024-01-1653 minBeanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Series – “Think Differently” with Carol GloverWe know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.This month, with the broadcast title of “Think Differently” we are delighted to be joined by Carol Glover aka “The Maverick Maker” Carol, a successful Maverick leader herself, helps clients understand why it matters to think different, be different and act different.She is iLM leve...
2023-12-191h 00Beanstalk GlobalFairmiles: Flying for Good (Online Event)Fairmiles: Flying Food for GoodHow do we take a fair approach to Net Zero which allows us to decarbonise airfreighted fresh produce without stopping vital market access for developing world producers?Listen to this key round table that went live on Friday 15th December 2023 with a number of key people attending in person as well as a significant number that dialed in via Zoom and on social media. The discussion included: The impact of airfreighted fresh horticultural products from developing countries.Climate Justice considerations for corporate Net Zero strategiesRecommendations for industry
2023-12-191h 09Beanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Series - Sean Cameron, Argentinian Arable FarmerWe know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In our November broadcast we were delighted to be joined by Argentinian Arable Farmer Sean Cameron.Educated at St George’s College in Argentina followed by Fettes College in Edinburgh, Sean Graduated in Chemical Engineering from Cambridge University. After 5 years working as a trader in...
2023-11-3059 minBeanstalk GlobalFairmiles Seeks More Balanced Approach to Airfreighted Produce. Upcoming Broadcast on Beanstalk Global to Highlight the Initiative.A new campaign for a fair transition towards net zero kicked-off this month. Called Fairmiles, it calls on policy makers from government and the private sector to consider sustainability impacts on developing countries when pursuing carbon reduction strategies which seek to minimise so-called ‘food miles’ particularly with regard to airfreighted produce.The campaign aims to engage key stakeholders in the retail, government and charity sectors to highlight the importance of maintaining crucial trade links with developing countries and to make recommendations for reducing emissions without marginalising vulnerable communities.“Climate change is real and demands an urgent...
2023-11-2454 minBeanstalk GlobalAHDB AgriLeader Circle – Cultivating Young Minds: Fertile Food & Farming EducationBeanstalk Global & the AHDB went live with some farming favourites at the Cidermill Theatre in Chipping Campden to chat farming, food and education. They were also joined by teacher: Iona Corbett, Head of Food & Nutrition at Chipping Campden School.The livestream features the following people:Joe SeelsCharlotte AshleyJames HerrickTom MartinJames TaylorIona CorbettAndrew HartshornRoz ReynoldsIzak Van Heerden (host)
2023-11-241h 05Beanstalk GlobalNet Zero Webinar – TANZ West Northants ProjectAre you ready to embark on a transformative journey that can help reshape the growth of your business or charity in that ensures a more sustainable world for our children and grandchildren? If the answer to your question is a resounding ‘Yes’, then we invite you to join us for our first Net Zero Webinar on the TANZ West Northants Project.This is your opportunity to be a part of something extraordinary. TANZ West Northants is more than just a project; it's a mission. Launched in partnership with West Northants Council in September 2023 and funded by the prestig...
2023-11-151h 05Beanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Series – Dr Stephanie Fitzgerald, Health and Wellbeing Consultant at Soyo Ltd: Workplace wellbeing – the fuel for your engineWe know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In our October broadcast we were delighted to be joined by Dr Stephanie Fitzgerald, Health and Wellbeing Consultant at Soyo Ltd. Stephanie is a Chartered Clinical Psychologist, Neuropsychologist, keynote speaker and published author.She has worked in Mental Health for two decades and...
2023-10-1759 minBeanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Series – Chemmy Alcott – Stepping into Your Next ChapterWe know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In our September broadcast we were delighted to be joined by 4 times Olympic skier Chemmy Alcott.Chemmy is an English former World Cup Alpine race ski racer and a fiercely determined and courageous sportswoman. As the only British female skier to ever win a ru...
2023-09-2154 minBeanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Series – with Leah, Rebecca, & Alexandra – Developing Your Future Farming CareersWe know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In our August broadcast we are delighted to be joined by Alexandra Hayes, Leah Griffiths and Rebecca Marshall to discuss Developing your future farming careers. They also recently took part in one of the AHDB AgriGrow courses.
2023-08-201h 00Beanstalk GlobalSouth of England Agricultural Society - Farming Technical ForumBeanstalk.Global went live with the South of England Agricultural Society to discuss such an import and ongoing subject. Chaired by – Max MacGillivray of Beanstalk Global & Chris Appleton from the Society, we will also have on the panel:Justin Ellis, Virgin Money Ben Taylor, MD Iford Farms LtdJames Wallis, Estate Manager, Sutton Hall EstatesSarah Barnes, Creedy AssociatesWith a range of subjects to cover, we will be discussing the likes of:Continual change & adaption to a business to serve your market and maintain profitability.Examples on ho...
2023-08-111h 05Beanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Series – Becca Wilson & Lizzie McLaughin – Driving the Future – the Role of the Next GenerationWe know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In our July broadcast we were delighted to be joined by Rebecca Wilson & Lizzie McLaughin, hosts of the Becca & Lizzie Podcast.They explore the various routes into agriculture with the aim to educate, empower and show that two people from different backgrounds can both f...
2023-07-2151 minBeanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Series – Laura Ryan – Building a Global NetworkWe know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In our June broadcast we were delighted to be joined by Laura Ryan – CEO of Lavenpark Consultancy.Laura is an expert in building global networks and driving transformational change across the agri-food sector and up until 2019 was Sector Strategy Director for Beef & Lamb Board at A...
2023-06-1543 minBeanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Series – Emma Thomas, CEO of Sunshine Coast Council, Australia.We know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In our May broadcast we were delighted to be joined by Emma Thomas.Emma Thomas is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Sunshine Coast Council – one of the largest local governments in Queensland serving a population in excess of 340,000 residents and one of Au...
2023-05-1845 minBeanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Series – “Growing Success” with Colin Crooks MBE, Serial Social Entrepreneur & Founder of IntentionalityIn our April broadcast we were delighted to be joined by Colin Crooks MBE.Colin is a serial social entrepreneur with a track record of establishing impactful and sustainable social enterprises. Currently he is launching BirdRun©, a novel competition designed to increase interest in wildlife and raise funding for environmental protection. Immediately before that he started and ran Tree Shepherd which over 10 years supported hundreds of people from low-income backgrounds to start their own business. Before that he founded and operated 5 innovative recycling businesses. One of these, Green-Works was awarded the Queens Award for Enterprise; Sustainable Development.
2023-04-201h 04Beanstalk GlobalUniversity Of Northampton – SUSTAINABILITY SUMMIT 2023 Pre-Event BroadcastThe University of Northampton Sustainability Summit 2023 is taking place on 15th-16th May 2023. This two-day Summit is being organised under the theme; ‘Adapting to a changing world: addressing our shared sustainability challenges’.Its core objective is to provide a platform which brings together businesses non-profit organisations, policy makers, local government, academics, and other stakeholders to identify shared sustainability challenges and devise a long-term plan of action to address those challenges through collaborative research, enterprise and knowledge exchange.On the Pre-Event Broadcast on Beanstalk Global, we have:Dr Ebenezer Laryea, Associate Professor of International Sustainable Deve...
2023-04-2040 minBeanstalk GlobalUniversity Of Northampton – SUSTAINABILITY SUMMIT 2023The University of Northampton Sustainability Summit 2023 is taking place on 15th and 16th of May 2023. This two-day Summit is being organised under the theme; ‘Adapting to a changing world: addressing our shared sustainability challenges’. Its core objective is to provide a platform which brings together businesses (particularly in the food/drink, footwear, and logistics industries), non-profit organisations, policy makers, local government, academics, and other stakeholders to identify shared sustainability challenges and devise a long-term plan of action to address those challenges through collaborative research, enterprise and knowledge exchange.Beanstalk Global’s Max MacGillivray will be there...
2023-04-1241 minBeanstalk GlobalThe Caroline Drummond Award – Celebrating & Communicating Farming Excellence.The search is on for the first recipient of The Caroline Drummond Award – Celebrating and Communicating Farming Excellence.Set up in memory of former LEAF Chief Executive, Caroline Drummond MBE, who led LEAF (Linking Environment And Farming) for over 30 years, the award will recognise an individual who personifies her passion and drive to advance more sustainable farming and communicating that to their peers, the wider food chain and the public. The award is open to farmers and other individuals involved in the farming industry.As well as LEAF, the award is supported The British Guild of Agr...
2023-03-3128 minBeanstalk GlobalAhead of the Fenland SOIL’s Peat Workshop, Megan Hudson chat’s to Beanstalk’s Max MacGillivray.We went live with Megan Hudson, General Manager at the Fenland SOIL team to hear about why we should get involved with the event.Fenland Soil are a dedicated team with farmers at its core to tackle climate issues relating to agriculture and peat in the Fens.
2023-03-2117 minBeanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Series – Steve Dunkley, Regional Agriculture Director for HSBC Business Banking.We know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a bi-monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In our March broadcast we are delighted to be joined by Steve Dunkley from HSBC Business Banking who will discussing “Driving growth in Agriculture – strategies for success”.Steve is HSBC’s Regional Agriculture Director for Business Banking in the north.He has worked in the...
2023-03-1748 minBeanstalk GlobalWomen In Food & Farming – March Broadcast with Lucy Wager – Food Industry Concept to Launch ConsultantIn our March Broadcast, we were delighted to be joined by Lucy Wager.Lucy is an accomplished food industry professional and entrepreneur with 19 years of experience in the industry. She began her career as a Concept Technologist in food manufacturing at Bakkavor before moving on to work as a Product Developer for leading retailers such as Marks and Spencer and Sainsbury’s. In 2012, Lucy launched Pudology, a first-to-market chilled plant-based dessert brand that went on to achieve national success.Today, Lucy focuses on working with early-stage Food & Drink businesses, providing guidance on all aspects of produ...
2023-03-081h 01Beanstalk GlobalA Conversation with Ged Futter – The Retail Expert – “Steering Through the Storm”Ged is a very well-known and highly regarded GSCOP Expert having specialised in this area for the past five years. He has over 26 years’ experience in retail at a senior level, from managing stores, working in supply chain and then working as a Senior Buying Manager for the world’s largest retailer. We go live with him to get his view on what he is seeing in the unpredictable world of retail supply.As a senior buying manager at Asda / Walmart, Ged worked in some of the fastest moving categories including beer, grocery and frozen food.Ged...
2023-03-081h 00Beanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Series – Remy Beaumont, Founder & CEO of GEN Z TALENT & farmmarketing.co.ukWe know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a bi-monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In our February broadcast we were delighted to be joined by Remy Beaumont, Founder & CEO of GEN Z TALENT & farmmarketing.co.uk who will discussing “The rising role of social media within UK Agriculture”.After gaining considerable experience working on arable and dairy farms from t...
2023-02-161h 03Beanstalk GlobalAHDB AgriLeader Livestream on Beanstalk Global - “You don’t need a title to be a leader”We went live with some well-known names in the farming industry to share thoughts from the AgriLeader Forum 2023 event and to discuss the topic of leadership and management. 0.37% of people are embarking on leadership and management development so what are the main drivers and barriers to getting more people in this area and what are the mindsets, traits and skills of a good leader?With the AHDB and on Beanstalk Global, we were joined by: Joe Seels, Olly Harrison, Charlotte Ashley, Georgina Sammut, Rebecca Wilson and Izak van Heerden (AHDB)
2023-02-091h 11Beanstalk GlobalWomen In Food & Farming – February Broadcast with MDS Trainees Discussing the Importance of Networking“Women in Food and Farming” is a group of professional women in food, agriculture and the land-based industries at all stages of their careers, who get together to discuss business issues, support each other via mentorship and advice, and help generate networks of contacts that might be useful to themselves and their businesses.Founded in 2011 by Christine Tacon CBE, the group started back in 2011 with just five women and has now grown to over 500 members. Christine is known to many as the first Grocery Code Adjudicator and head of the Co-op’s farming business, she has just been app...
2023-02-0848 minBeanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Broadcast Series – Rex Conyers-Silverthorn of Brookfield PropertiesIn our January broadcast we were delighted to be joined by Rex Conyers-Silverthorn, Director of Brookfield Properties who will discussing “Future-proof thinking, predictions and adaptation”.Brookfield Properties develops and operates real estate investments on behalf of Brookfield Asset Management — one of the largest alternative asset managers in the world. From office to retail, logistics to multifamily, and hospitality to development, they work across sectors to bring high-quality, sustainable real estate to life around the globe every day.Rex has advised on some of London’s most iconic buildings, including The Gherkin, Heron Tower and the Olympic le...
2023-01-1952 minBeanstalk GlobalAHDB AgriLeader Circle of Influence on Beanstalk GlobalWe went live with some of the top farming influencers from social media @ LAMMA 2023 to chat about how farmers can connect with the general public. We were joined by: Tom Pemberton, Joe Seels, Charlie Beaty, Rebecca Wilson, Flavian Obiero , Charlotte Ashley, Amy Jackson and Izak van Heerden.
2023-01-121h 01Beanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Broadcast Series – Bonnie Huval, Former Space Shuttle EngineerWe know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a bi-monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In our December broadcast we were delighted to be joined by Bonnie Huval – former space shuttle and Spacelab engineer from the NASA Johnson Space Center to discuss (amongst other things) “What does it take to get someone to the moon?”For a while, she led the t...
2022-12-1539 minBeanstalk GlobalWomen In Food & Farming – December Broadcast with Clare Keegan of Harper Adams University discussing The School of Sustainable Food & Farming“Women in Food and Farming” is a group of professional women in food, agriculture and the land-based industries at all stages of their careers, who get together to discuss business issues, support each other via mentorship and advice, and help generate networks of contacts that might be useful to themselves and their businesses.Founded in 2011 by Christine Tacon CBE, the group started back in 2011 with just five women and has now grown to over 500 members. Christine is known to many as the first Grocery Code Adjudicator and head of the Co-op’s farming business, she has just been app...
2022-12-0739 minBeanstalk GlobalBeanstalk.Global Circle of Leaders BroadcastThe leading Agricultural, Ag-Tech, Fresh Food Sectors Trade, Political and Finance Leaders recently came together for a Filmed Debate on The Seismic Issues of the Day at CLAAS UK HQ. “How Do We Collectively Create the Solutions We All Want To See In Such Turbulent Times….?”The Circle of Leaders is a grassroots initiative, created in the spirit of Beanstalk Global’ s overall mission to support, educate and promote the agricultural and fresh food sectors in the UK and Internationally to help them thrive and grow. On the panel were:Andy Allen – CEO – Oasthouse Vent...
2022-12-021h 27Beanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Broadcast Series – Matt Phelan, Author & Co Founder of the Happiness IndexWe know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a bi-monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.For November we were delighted to be joined by Matt Phelan – Author and Co-Founder of the Happiness Index to discuss Happiness vs Engagement at Work.In his day-to-day role, he’s responsible for the strategic direction of the business. He is the founder of The Happ...
2022-11-171h 03Beanstalk GlobalFRESHPPACT – Listen to their Innovation Showcase WebinarFRESHPPACT is the fresh produce industry Impact Hub that works with research partners to find solutions to the biggest shared sustainability challenges that we all face.Right now, they are looking for solutions that can mitigate pollution caused by plastic used in agricultural mulch, workwear and packaging.Can you help them find scalable, commercially viable, game-changing solutions that are on the verge of discovery?They have launched three calls for proposals with over £900,000 worth of funding on offer for three or more solutions that they can test, commercialise and scale-up.Help us...
2022-11-141h 16Beanstalk GlobalWomen In Food & Farming – November Broadcast with Dr Juno McKee, Director of Ventures at NIABHomeAbout usContact usAHDBWomen In Food & Farming – November Broadcast With Dr Juno McKee, Director Of Ventures At NIAB.In our November Broadcast, we were delighted to be joined by Dr Juno McKee, Director of Ventures at NIAB to discuss “Managing Complexity”.Juno has over 20 years of experience leading and managing applied research, technical services, knowledge exchange and product development for agri-business and currently provides leadership for NIAB’s innovation and commercialisation activities as Director of Ventures. Juno also serves on the Advi...
2022-11-021h 01Beanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Broadcast Series – Dan Sodergren – The ‘Godfather’ of Modern Marketing!We know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a bi-monthly initiative from the AHDB that will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In our October broadcast, we were joined by Dan Sodergren - CoFounder and CIO of YourFlock.Ted X talker, keynote speaker, ex marketing agency owner, digital trainer, serial tech startup founder and now media spokesperson Dan Sodergren's main area of interest is the future...
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The Leaders Council PodcastIn Conversation: Max MacGillivray Max MacGillivray is an award-winning expert speaker, MC and facilitator in the international agri-business and fresh food sectors. He is the founder of Beanstalk Global, a media enterprise for the international fresh food industry, and Redfox – which specialises in executive recruitment for leading clients in the fresh foods/fresh produce, agri-business and retail sectors on a UK and international basis.
2022-10-2024 minBeanstalk GlobalADHB AgriLeader “Circle of Influence” Broadcast with Key Sector Social Media “Influencers”Beanstalk Global went live with the AHDB and a select number of very well-known and highly regarded Farming “influencers” from the world of YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and LinkedIn to debate the key subjects of the day and to encourage more people to join the sector.On the Broadcast were:Max MacGillivrayTom PembertonJoe SeelsOlly HarrisonCharlotte AshleyGeorgina SummutRebecca Wilson
2022-10-141h 04Beanstalk GlobalWomen In Food & Farming – October Broadcast with Susie McIntyre of Kettle Produce.In our October Broadcast, we were joined by Susie McIntyre, MD of Kettle Produce to discuss Crisis Management.Food and Farming is a group of professional women in food, agriculture and the land-based industries at all stages of their careers, who get together to discuss business issues, support each other via mentorship and advice, and help generate networks of contacts that might be useful to themselves and their businesses.Founded in 2011 by Christine Tacon CBE, the group started back in 2011 with just five women and has now grown to over 500 members. Christine is known to many...
2022-10-111h 10Beanstalk GlobalFRESHPPACT – DEFINE THE PROBLEM. DISCOVER THE SOLUTION. CHANGE THE WORLD! Dedicated Technical Broadcast Session with the Experts.FRESHPPACT is the fresh produce industry Impact Hub that works with research partners to find solutions to the biggest shared sustainability challenges that we all face.Right now, they are looking for solutions that can mitigate pollution caused by plastic used in agricultural mulch, workwear and packaging.Can you help them find scalable, commercially viable, game-changing solutions that are on the verge of discovery?They have launched three calls for proposals with over £900,000 worth of funding on offer for three or more solutions that they can test, commercialise and scale-up.Help us...
2022-10-031h 18Beanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Broadcast Series – What Do You Do When You Fall Off..? with Chemmy Alcott.We know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a bi-monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.This month we are delighted to be joined by 4 times Olympic skier Chemmy Alcott.Chemmy is an English former World Cup Alpine race ski racer and a fiercely determined and courageous sportswoman. As the only British female skier to ever win a run in a W...
2022-09-2146 minBeanstalk GlobalWomen In Food & Farming – September Broadcast with Marketing Guru for the Employee Wellbeing Industry – Ted Hewett.In our September Broadcast, we are delighted to be joined by Ted Hewett – Marketing Expert from the wellbeing sector.Ted has been working in the Employee Wellbeing Industry for the last 7 years, specialising in sales and marketing for companies that do good in the world of work. He’s been lucky enough to work for some of the best companies in the industry and has a huge passion for communicating big ideas, sharing his learnings, and creating teams that deliver on world-class objectives.
2022-09-081h 02Beanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Broadcast Series – Breaking the Mould with Flavian Obiero, the @kenyanpigfarmerWe know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a bi-monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In our August broadcast, Hampshire pig farmer and Young National Pig Association (YNPA) vice-chair, Flavian Obiero, will be joining us to share his passion for getting people from a non-traditional background interested in agriculture.Flavian grew up in the coastal town of Kilifi, Kenya, and...
2022-08-181h 06Beanstalk GlobalFRESHPPACT – DEFINE THE PROBLEM. DISCOVER THE SOLUTION. CHANGE THE WORLD! Dedicated Q&A Session With the Experts.FRESHPPACT is the fresh produce industry Impact Hub that works with research partners to find solutions to the biggest shared sustainability challenges that we all face.Right now, they are looking for solutions that can mitigate pollution caused by plastic used in agricultural mulch, workwear and packaging.Can you help them find scalable, commercially viable, game-changing solutions that are on the verge of discovery?They have launched three calls for proposals with over £900,000 worth of funding on offer for three or more solutions that they can test, commercialise and scale-up.Help us...
2022-08-0550 minBeanstalk GlobalWhy the Current Issue of South African Citrus Not Getting into the EU? We find out from Justin Chadwick of the CGA and the Possible Solutions…Currently, urgent steps are being taken to end the disruption of citrus supplies from South Africa to the EU. Around 1,400 containers are involved with the EU’s decision to seize containers on arrival after the new regulations that came into effect on 14 July.The South African government and their citrus industry have said that around 900 containers of oranges stranded in European ports should be cleared quickly. The containers are being held because of new EU entry regulations, but South Africa has said that they already comply with the new standards.The government and citrus industry ha...
2022-08-0433 minBeanstalk GlobalWomen In Food & Farming – August Broadcast with Guest Speaker Dr Helen Ferrier, Chief Science & Regulatory Affairs Adviser at NFU.In our August Broadcast, we are delighted to be joined by Dr Helen Ferrier, Chief Science and Regulatory Affairs Adviser at NFU and Trustee Director of NIAB Board.Helen leads the National Farmers’ Union’s policy and advocacy work on agricultural and horticultural science and research, biotechnology, data, and food safety, on behalf of the NFU’s 55,000 members in England and Wales. Based at NFU HQ in Warwickshire, she leads a policy team covering plant health and crop protection, farm safety, skills and training, transport, labour and employment. Helen is a non-executive Director of the NIAB Board, chair o...
2022-08-031h 10Beanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Broadcast Series – Jon Parry, Principal of Gurteen College, Ireland, Discusses: ‘How Do We Equip the Next Generation?’We know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a bi-monthly initiative from the AHDB that will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In our July broadcast, Jon Parry, principal of Gurteen College, Ireland, will be joining us.Jon is the 6th Principal of Gurteen College since it’s inception in 1947. Before relocating to Tipperary, Jon held various leadership roles in the UK and has worked for more...
2022-07-2147 minBeanstalk GlobalThe Great Yorkshire Show 2022! Meet the Future Farmers of Yorkshire!What can be better than a gloriously sunny day at the Great Yorkshire Show chatting to some truly inspiring individuals - You can’t help but feel farming’s future is bright! Mark Campbell and Izak van Heerden from the #AgriLeader team at the AHDB, along with Max MacGillivray from Beanstalk.Global were lucky enough to be invited by the Future Farmers of Yorkshire to chat with some of their members at the Great Yorkshire Show. They all shared their thoughts on a wide range of topics and how being involved with the programme benefited them, their bus...
2022-07-2049 minBeanstalk GlobalFRESHPPACT – DEFINE THE PROBLEM. DISCOVER THE SOLUTION. CHANGE THE WORLDFRESHPPACT is the fresh produce industry Impact Hub that works with research partners to find solutions to the biggest shared sustainability challenges that we all face.Right now, they are looking for solutions that can mitigate pollution caused by plastic used in agricultural mulch, workwear and packaging.Can you help them find scalable, commercially viable, game-changing solutions that are on the verge of discovery?They have launched three calls for proposals with over £900,000 worth of funding on offer for three or more solutions that they can test, commercialise and scale-up.Help us...
2022-07-1954 minBeanstalk GlobalCPI – Food Drink and Nutraceuticals. Supporting Innovation Across the Food Supply ChainCPI helps make great ideas and inventions a reality. They are a team of intelligent people using advances in science and technology to solve the biggest global challenges in healthcare and sustainability. Through their incredible people and innovation infrastructure, they collaborate with their partners in industry, academia, government, and the investment community to accelerate the development and commercialisation of innovative products. From health technologies and pharmaceuticals to sustainable food and materials innovations, they turn the entrepreneurial spirit and radical thinking of our people and partners into incredible impact that makes our world a better place. CPI is a not-for-profit deep...
2022-07-071h 00Beanstalk GlobalWomen In Food & Farming – July Broadcast with Guest Speaker Dr Elizabeth Stockdale of NIAB.In our July Broadcast, we are delighted to be joined by Dr Elizabeth Stockdale, Head of Farming Systems Research at NIAB.Elizabeth has played nicely with mud throughout her career from her student days at Newcastle, and through work at SRUC, Rothamsted and back teaching students in those same lecture rooms at Newcastle.She has over 25 years applied soil and nutrient management research experience and has engaged with a wide range of research projects connected with the study of nutrient cycling in soils and with the environmental impact of farming systems. She moved to NIAB an...
2022-07-061h 02Beanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Broadcast Series - Eat Sleep Work Repeat with Writer/Podcaster Bruce Daisley.We know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a bi-monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In our June broadcast, we have joining us Bruce Daisley - writer/podcaster of the critically acclaimed 'Eat Sleep Work Repeat'.Bruce is a best selling author and technology leader. He has become regarded as one the most respected thought leaders on the subject o...
2022-06-161h 02Beanstalk GlobalPatrice Sellès, CEO of the Hugely Innovative Biotalys Business. Creating Food Security with Cutting Edge Biocontrol’sYou have to break new ground to sustainably produce safe, healthy food. That is what Patrice and his colleagues have created with their innovative, proprietary technology platform. They have turned the chemical rule book upside down and literally gone back to basics.Their cutting-edge protein-based biocontrols effectively protect crops against plant pests and diseases, while keeping the environment, farmer and consumer safe. They address the entire food life cycle, extending protection from farm to fork.Patrice Sellès, CEO of Biotalys and veteran international ag exec, is adamant that the industry needs to create a s...
2022-06-1548 minBeanstalk GlobalA Dedicated Risk Management Broadcast for the Agricultural & Fresh Produce Sectors in Partnership with the AHDB. “How Can We Plan in a Crisis?”Farmers and growers are normally exposed to a wide range of risks arising from weather variability, natural hazards, and pests and diseases. Agricultural and fresh food production relies heavily on the natural resource base and climate conditions. Similarly, shocks to the market from both domestic and international sources, like supply shortages due to drought or fluctuations in exchange rates, can result in price volatility. These risks directly affect the economic returns from agriculture, the livelihood of our farmers and growers, and in the long run, the capacity of farmers to invest and innovate.But, what we have...
2022-06-101h 08Beanstalk GlobalWomen In Food & Farming – June Broadcast with Guest Speaker Prof. Dawn Arnold, Research Director at Harper Adams University.In our May Broadcast, we are delighted to have chat with Professor Dawn Arnold of Harper Adams University (HAU), where will be discussing How Harper Adams University Connects & Creates Long Term Benefits for Our Industry Sectors.Dawn is Professor of Molecular Plant Pathology and Research Director of HAU. She has over 25 years’ experience working with bacterial pathogens and their interaction with their hosts, pea and bean. Her work has involved molecular genetic studies of the genes responsible for controlling host specificity and pathogenesis. Her main area of focus is specifically investigating the role of horizontal gene transfer in...
2022-06-0852 minBeanstalk GlobalA Tribute to Caroline Drummond MBEAs you will know, we recently had the hugely sad news that Caroline Drummond, champion of sustainable farming and the driving force behind Open Farm Sunday, had passed away following a short illness.In celebration of Caroline and everything she has achieved for us all and our sectors, the Women in Food & Farming Group and host Beanstalk Global, are running a Broadcast with a number of individuals who have been so positively influenced by Caroline over the years.An announcement from Linking Environment and Farming (Leaf), the organisation she helped develop and led for more than 3...
2022-06-0152 minBeanstalk GlobalAgriLeadershipWeek - Breaking the BarriersThe cross-organisation campaign to raise awareness of leadership training across the agricultural career spectrum.Taking place between 16th-20th May 2022, #AgriLeadershipWeek is back! The Agri-Leadership Consortium (ALC) which originated as The Farmers Club Charitable Trust (FCCT), the Institute of Agriculture Management (IAgrM), the Agricultural and Horticultural Development Board (AHDB), Nuffield Farming Scholarships, the Worshipful Company of Farmers and the Council for the Awards of the Royal Agricultural Societies (CARAS) has grown to include Management Development Services (MDS), the National Farmers Union (NFU), The Institute for Agriculture and Horticulture (TIAH), Farmers Weekly and the Agricultural Universities Council.T...
2022-05-2055 minBeanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Broadcast Series – We Don’t All Fit In One Box! With Jamie Feilden & Jake Curtis From Jamie’s Farm.Jamie’s Farm supports vulnerable young people nationwide to thrive academically, socially and emotionally through a unique 5-day residential experience and follow-up programme. The programme is a blend of ‘Farming, Family, Therapy and Legacy’ where children take on real jobs with purpose, punctuated with therapeutic support. The programme is in high demand and devliered at four rural farms across the country near Bath (HQ), Hereford, Monmouth and Lewes, alongside a city farm in Waterloo. Since the charity’s inception in 2009, nearly 10,000 young people have been supported with evidence for fewer school exclusions, increased engagment at school, improved wellbeing and the devel...
2022-05-1956 minBeanstalk GlobalWomen In Food & Farming – May Broadcast with Guest Speaker Stephanie Berkeley – “Yellow Wellies”!In our May Broadcast, we are delighted to have on Stephanie Berkeley from the great Yellow Wellies initiative, part of the UK Farm Safety Foundation.About the Farm Safety Foundation: Rising concern over the continuing high level of fatal and life-changing injury accidents on farms prompted leading rural insurer NFU Mutual to set up a charitable foundation in 2014 to help farmers work safely (Registered Charity No. 1159000).The Foundation works closely with partners in the industry to engage, educate and communicate strong and relatable farm safety messages. Over the past eight years, the FSF has developed and d...
2022-05-0455 minBeanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global /AHDB Talking Leaders Broadcast Series – Preparing Yourself For The World That Doesn’t Yet Exist with Sir John JonesWe know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a bi-monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In our April broadcast, we have joining us Sir John Jones – discussing “Preparing yourself for a world that doesn’t yet exist”.Knighted in 2003 for his services to education, Sir John worked most of his professional life in challenging schools across the North West of England, h...
2022-04-2251 minBeanstalk GlobalJon Poole – CEO of the Institute of Food Science & TechnologyThe Institute of Food Science & Technology (IFST) are the UK’s leading professional body for those involved in all aspects of food science and technology. They are an internationally respected independent membership body, supporting food professionals through knowledge sharing and professional recognition.Their membership comprises individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, from students to experts, working across a wide range of disciplines within the sector.Jon Poole is Chief Executive of the IFST in the UK. Whilst not a food scientist himself, Jon’s role involves him in most aspects of the food sector from food...
2022-04-1448 minBeanstalk GlobalWomen In Food & Farming – April Broadcast with Guest Speaker Rozanne Davis – Sustainability and B Corp Expert!In our April Broadcast, we are delighted to have Rozanne Davis – a key industry Sustainability and B Corp Expert!Rozanne has an incredible wealth of knowledge in many parts of this industry, including fresh procurement, having spent 14 years at Innocent and 7 years at Capespan before that. This was also where Roz delivered B Corp for the company. This is a mountain to climb in a small business, but to achieve this in a well-established and substantial business is a whole new level. It is an incredible achievement. Now Rozanne has moved on to set up her own business, Our...
2022-04-061h 05Beanstalk GlobalVEGPOWER – An Update! Gaining a Better Understanding of the Vegetable Consumer.Running a campaign that involves more than 200 organisations brings valuable lessons on building and maintaining relationships.Veg Power is a not-for-profit organisation focused on encouraging the UK to eat more vegetables. Since their inception around three years ago their successes include the award-winning 'Eat Them to Defeat Them' campaign in partnership with ITV, which included a TV ad supported by over £10m of advertising from ITV, Channel 4 and Sky Media. The fundamental difference with other healthy eating or public health campaigns is that the Veg Power operating model includes a strong, diverse and vocal alliance th...
2022-04-0535 minBeanstalk GlobalCathy Burns – CEO of the International Fresh Produce Association. Live on Beanstalk Global. Join Them!We go live with Cathy Burns to get an understanding of how the IFPA has been set up, the current challenges for the International Fresh Produce sectors and how collaborating with them will be beneficial to us all globally.
2022-03-3131 minBeanstalk GlobalRuth Sadjei Interview – GM for Blue Skies in West Africa. The Largest Private Sector Employer in Ghana.As part of the Beanstalk Global mission to assist with the first phase of FRESHPPACT in partnership with Blue Skies, Waitrose & Partners and the University of Northampton Centre for Sustainable Business Practices, we meet up in Ghana and talk with Ruth Sadjei – General Manager for Blue Skies in West Africa.Ruth is an inspiring and hugely well-regarded figure in the fresh food industry in Africa. What she and her team have created at Blue Skies and the difference they have made to the people in Ghana and now Benin cannot be overstated.We interview her to f...
2022-03-2916 minBeanstalk GlobalAgrigateOne - Down to earth people with up to date technology. Shining a light on every stage of the fresh produce supply chain. Join Them!AgrigateOne’s goal is to be perceived by all relevant stakeholders as the easiest, fairest and most reliable way of procuring agricultural goods. They want to ensure that farmers, growers and producers using AgrigateOne consistently have better bottom line results in comparison to other similar farmers and growers not on their platform. This is based not only on more favourable sales terms, but also improved ability to make data-based decisions within farm management. Their intention is to ensure that buyers have access to a wider range of information regarding their potential product base and are able to make better, mo...
2022-03-1832 minBeanstalk GlobalBlue Skies - Fresh Produce Impact Hub: FRESHPPACT - On a Mission to Ghana!Join us in our first phase of FRESHPPACT as we talk to representatives of Waitrose & Partners, Blue Skies and the University of Northampton Centre for Sustainable Business Practices about their forthcoming trip to Ghana! This critical mission to Ghana will seek to further define the challenges around plastics in the supply chain, helping us to ensure we find the most suitable and impactful solutions that can benefit the whole industry.We go live with them all on the next stage of the exciting FRESHPPACT adventure to find out more prior to a key trip to the key...
2022-03-1837 minBeanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global / Jim Prevor! The London Produce Show 2022 is a GO GO GO!The London Produce Show and Conference (LPS) is back! It is organised and hosted by the creators of the award-winning New York Produce Show and Conference (NYPS).As the largest produce event in the United Kingdom, it gathers high volume buyers and sellers from across the UK and around the world for unparalleled education and exceptional opportunities to network and build relationships. LPS22 provides a highly focussed environment for business development, sourcing opportunities and a unified forum for working together to boost produce consumption and to build a better industry.The model has proved extremely p...
2022-03-1118 minBeanstalk GlobalJim Moseley, CEO of Red Tractor Talks Exclusively to Beanstalk Global. “What Will the Future Bring the Food Sectors?”Red Tractor. They are a not-for-profit company that is the UK’s biggest farm and food assurance scheme. They develop standards based on science, evidence, best practice and legislation that cover animal welfare, food safety, traceability and environmental protection. Around 50,000 British farmers are accredited to Red Tractor standards, which form the basis of buying and sourcing specifications for major supermarkets, household brands and restaurant chains, ultimately making life simpler for everyone.The Red Tractor logo represents 20 years of driving world leading British food standards. Since 2000, they have worked closely with animal welfare experts, vets, agronomists and the enti...
2022-03-0941 minBeanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global Interviews Tim Rycroft – CEO of the AHDB. “Shape the Future”Tim Rycroft joined the AHDB as CEO on 31 August 2021. He was formerly at the Food and Drink Federation (FDF) where he joined as Corporate Affairs Director in September 2015. In September 2018 he was promoted to Chief Operating Officer with responsibility for strategy and corporate affairs as well as overseeing the federation’s policy on diet & health and on competitiveness. Prior to FDF, Tim held senior corporate affairs roles with InterContinental Hotels Group plc (as Director of Communications, Europe); Diageo plc (as Corporate Relations Director, GB and then Corporate Relations Director, Global Duty Free) and Boots Healthcare International (as Head of Corp...
2022-03-0330 minBeanstalk GlobalWomen In Food & Farming – March Broadcast with Guest Speaker Caroline Drummond MBE – CEO of LEAFIn our March Broadcast, we are delighted to have Caroline Drummond MBE, Chief Executive of LEAF (Linking Environment And Farming).Caroline has been running LEAF, the farming and environmental charity since it started in 1991. She is especially interested in the development of sustainable food and farming and she has over 38 years experience in this area.She graduated in Agriculture and has broad practical agricultural experience from across the globe. Her work focuses on encouraging more sustainable farming practices and building a better public trust and understanding of farming, food, health and the environment – values that she i...
2022-03-0148 minBeanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global & The International Fresh Produce Association in Southern Africa – AgTech!The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) exists to bring our industry together to create a vibrant future for all. They have a fresh outlook on fresh produce, believing it can help solve some of the world’s most pressing problems. They are the largest and most diverse international association serving the entire fresh produce and floral supply chain, and the only to seamlessly integrate world-facing advocacy and industry-facing support.If you have a place in the fresh produce and floral industry, you have a place in IFPA. They are here to grow your prosperity. They do that by...
2022-02-241h 03Beanstalk GlobalBlue Skies Launches Hugely Innovative Fresh Produce Impact Hub. Find Out How & Why It Would Be Advantageous for You to Be Involved.The hugely regarded Blue Skies business has teamed up with Waitrose and the University of Northampton Centre for Sustainable Business Practices to launch an industry research and development hub to find ground-breaking solutions to sustainability challenges, with an initial focus on plastics.We go live with them to find out more and to speak to a select number of industry experts on the subject.On the panel we have:Caroline Drummond MBE – CEO of LEAFSimon Derek – Global Head of Sustainability, Blue Skies Jim Jefcoate – Ex Walmart and ex GlobalG.A.P.
2022-02-2358 minBeanstalk GlobalBeanstalk Global chat to 'Produce Pioneer' - Teresa WickhamTeresa Wickham, produce doyenne and retail phenomenon, is the archetypal pioneer. In 1979 she declared war on French apples and co-founded the Women’s Farming Union, which ran a successful campaign to revitalise the UK fruit industry. By 1990 she was the first woman divisional director of UK retailer Safeway, where she developed the Strathclyde Food Project, bringing together farmers, growers, manufacturers and retailers to close the UK’s trade gap; and later became an adviser to Sainsbury’s board on their £1 billion corporate responsibility programme.Since then, she has held numerous roles managing and developing areas of business, primari...
2022-02-2251 minBeanstalk GlobalAHDB Talking Leaders Series - Driving Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in the Workplace with Sharon Byfield OBE & Barbara Bray MBEWe know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a bi-monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.On this broadcast we discuss the workplace - "It’s not a problem it’s a cure - Driving equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace". We are joined by:Sharon Blyfield OBE, Head of Early Careers and Apprenticeships GB. Sharon has been in the...
2022-02-1755 minBeanstalk GlobalWomen In Food & Farming – February Broadcast with Guest Speaker with Sapphira Waterson, COO of MDS“Women in Food and Farming” is a group of professional women in food, agriculture and the land-based industries at all stages of their careers, who get together to discuss business issues, support each other via mentorship and advice, and help generate networks of contacts that might be useful to themselves and their businesses.Founded in 2011 by Christine Tacon CBE, the group started back in 2011 with just five women and has now grown to over 500 members. Christine is known to many as the first Grocery Code Adjudicator and head of the Co-op’s farming business, she has just been app...
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TAG TalksTAG Talks - Episode 5 - Max MacGillivrayWelcome back to Season 2 Episode 5 of TAG Talks the Season Finale. This week Matt Welton MDS Graduate interviews distinguished guest Max MacGillivray Editor In Chief at Beanstalk Global and Director at Redfox Executive Selection. Beanstalk Global supports, educates and promotes the International Fresh Food sectors to help them thrive and grow faster. Please listen in more to hear about Max's experience as being one of the leaders in the food industry, please enjoy!
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2021-08-0638 min