LISTEN AGAIN: 10/11/2024 Rebecca Wilson – Podcaster
Farming Outlook is focusing this week on women in farming, and we meet prolific podcaster Rebecca Wilson, who is also a fifth generation farmer in Yorkshire. We discuss some of the challenges facing young farmers in 2024, including mental health and isolation, and how to listen to Becca & Lizzie’s podcast series.
LISTEN AGAIN: 10/11/2024 Katy Brown – Women in Farming
Katy farms just outside Malton, and speaks to Farming Outlook as part of our Women in Farming special this week. We find out more about Katy’s background & the challenges that lie ahead in the Spring! What was her main motivation to make the leap into farming? We also find out about a year long […]
LISTEN AGAIN: 03/11/2024 Ben – Yorkshire Agricultural Society – Supper On Us Events
Fancy stepping off your farm and having a nice night out? Ben from Yorkshire Agricultural Society has the details of a couple of great evenings out coming up in Holmfirth and Skipton. See www.yas.co.uk for booking details.
LISTEN AGAIN: 03/11/2024 Ben – Yorkshire Agricultural Society – November Events
We find out about the Future Farmers of Yorkshire Network autumn event that’s coming up on Thursday 14th November at Copley’s in Pontefract. Ben from Yorkshire Agricultural Society tells us more about what’s on offer, including great networking opportunities, a free supper, and some invaluable insight from experts, including the chance to pose some searching […]
LISTEN AGAIN: 03/11/2024 James Mills – Next Generation Farmer – Budget 2024
Farming Outlook speaks to James Mills and gets his reaction to the big Budget 2024 changes that have been announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves. Agriculture is reeling from some of last week’s announcements, and James describes the measures as ‘a bit of an assault on the countryside’. Have a listen to hear more.
LISTEN AGAIN: 03/11/2024 Richard Gueterbock – Royal Agricultural Society
Farming Outlook speaks to Richard Gueterbock at Askham Bryan College about the future of red diesel, and the importance of farmers considering alternatives. We discuss the challenges of decarbonisation & how things are progressing when it comes to renewable energy.
LISTEN AGAIN: 03/11/2024 Mike Kayne – Energy Oasis
We discuss with Mike Kayne the process that Energy Oasis goes through with everyone from aluminium manufacturers to village halls to provide bespoke energy solutions & big cost savings as a result. Have a listen to find out more about the timescales involved, and how to get in touch.
LISTEN AGAIN: 03/11/2024 Charlie Dewhirst – MP for Bridlington & Wolds – Budget reaction
Farming Outlook discusses the recent Budget speech by Chancellor Rachel Reeves with Bridlington & Wolds MP Charlie Dewhirst, and why he believes the proposed policy changes on inheritance tax are exceptionally ill-judged. What can we do to get behind the farming industry? Have a listen to find out more.
LISTEN AGAIN: 03/11/2024 Harriet Ranson – CLA
Farming Outlook gets some reaction to Rachel Reeves’ recent budget from the Country Land and Business Association, and Harriet Ranson says the Chancellor has demonstrated a misunderstanding of agriculture in her recent policy announcements.
LISTEN AGAIN: 03/11/2024 Paul Tompkins – NFU Dairy Board Chair
Paul Tompkins, Chair at the NFU Dairy Board, joins Farming Outlook to tell us more about his role. Paul is a dairy farmer in North Yorkshire too, so is adept at juggling! We also discuss the Fair Dealings Obligations for milk contracts recently passed by Parliament, and their implications. Have a listen to find out […]