LISTEN AGAIN: Paul Temple – Future Farmers Spring Debate
Paul Temple farms in the Yorkshire Wolds, and speaks to Farming Outlook at the Future Farmers Spring Debate on how he can pass on his experience to the next generation. We discuss dealing with miserable weather and the challenges posed by Brexit, new technology, and attracting the right talent.
LISTEN AGAIN: Helen Shiels – Biorenewables
We chat to Helen Shiels from Biorenewables, based in Dunnington near York. They are a subsidiary of the University of York, and are dedicated to getting the most out of biomass & biowaste. Have a listen to find out more.
LISTEN AGAIN: Carolyn Frank from Federation of Small Businesses
The FSB exists to promote and protect small businesses, and we find out more about what they do.
LISTEN AGAIN: Learning Through Land Event – Mark Blakeston from Grow Yorkshire
Mark Blakeston from Grow Yorkshire about their support for the food and farming sector, and role in accessing Government funding to help farmers do their day-to-day job.
LISTEN AGAIN: Sam Hoste – Learning Through Land event – Agrillo app
A new app can help with chemicals used in agriculture, and Sam from Agrillo tells our James about how it works. Sam farms in Ryedale in North Yorkshire, and knows first hand how much paperwork this technology can cut down on!
LISTEN AGAIN: Allison Kane – Deliciously Yorkshire
We speak to the regional food group for Yorkshire, Deliciously Yorkshire, about their support for food producers big and small.
LISTEN AGAIN: Stacey Vipas – Askham Bryan College
We speak to Stacey Vipas, assistant principal at Askham Bryan College, about the ways in which technology can help streamline agriculture. Farmbots could even be used by NASA on other planets!
LISTEN AGAIN: Agri-sense – Davina
We’re with Davina at Agri-sense, which has been developed in association with Grow Yorkshire, and looks to help farmers understand what technology is available in the marketplace, plus establish what is required on the ground.
LISTEN AGAIN: Farming in protected landscapes
We’re still at Pavilions of Harrogate, and the Learning Through Land event, and we find out about farming in protected landscapes, such as the North York Moors. It’s all about delivering good outcomes for farmers across four objectives, including reducing food risk and protecting nature.
LISTEN AGAIN: Nicholas – Business Relationship Manager
We’re at the Learning Through Land event at Pavilions in Harrogate, and find out more about the support available for businesses to ensure they get what they need. New ideas, finance, support with technology, training and skills are amongst the areas covered.