Coming soon! On the Slime Trail : a SLIMERS mini series

On the Slime Trail – a new SLIMERS podcast mini-series following the journey and success of a three-year, farmer-led project tackling the challenges of slugs in UK agriculture.Hear from our Slug Sleuth farmer triallists, scientists and researchers, as they share the findings, experiences and results uncovered along the way. Join us as we follow the trail and discover what the project has revealed!

Why do slugs always turn left when they bump into each other, and how does this behaviour lead to slug patches? In this episode, we dive into the reasoning behind slug movement and explore how this knowledge can revolutionise slug control. Through the SLIMERS project, we're developing accurate and effective methods to target slug patches precisely, reducing the need for widespread pesticide use. Join us as we uncover the secrets of slug behaviour and the future of smart farming solutions!

Meet Adam Hayward as he shares his journey into farming and his passion for on-farm trials. In this episode, he explains how data collection is just the beginning—the real impact comes from the insights and decisions made from that data. Learn how innovation and smart analysis are shaping the future of farming!

In the second of our two-part series, Adam Lewis dives into his role in the SLIMERS Project as a dedicated Slug Sleuth. Learn about the important work he is doing to monitor slug activity and how this research is driving the future of ag tech. Discover why this project matters for sustainable farming and technological innovation.

In the first episode of our two-part series, we meet Adam Lewis, a passionate farmer and our new Slug Sleuth. Discover how Adam got into farming, his background, and why he’s excited about participating in slug monitoring trials. Stay tuned to learn more about his journey and his commitment to innovative farming solutions!

In this two-part episode of the BOFIN Buzz Tom Allen-Stevens meets Liz Bowles of the Farm Carbon Toolkit. Liz talks through carbon footprinting and how farmers can get started with it and they discuss the NCS project and how improving pulse cropping can play a key role in improving farming's carbon footprint.

In this two-part episode of the BOFIN Buzz Tom Allen-Stevens meets Liz Bowles of the Farm Carbon Toolkit. Liz talks through carbon footprinting and how farmers can get started with it and they discuss the NCS project and how improving pulse cropping can play a key role in improving farming's carbon footprint.

In Part 2, Tom welcomes back Charles and Callum as they announce their involvement in the SLIMERS project, an innovative initiative aimed at tackling arable farmings biggest pest; slugs! The episode kicks off with an overview of how Charles and Callum will be working together on this cutting-edge project. Charles shares insights into the challenges of training AI to accurately identify slugs, while Callum reflects on how previous work with the Slug Sleuths has shaped their approach. The conversation also covers the critical role of farmer involvement in the project and what kind of collaboration will be needed. Don’t miss this deep dive into the future of pest management in agriculture, as our experts bring you up to speed on the SLIMERS project and its potential impact on farming!

Join host Tom as he explores the cutting-edge world of agricultural technology with experts Charles and Callum. Charles, an AI specialist, explains how artificial intelligence can revolutionize agriculture. He shares insights from his projects in the farming sector and discusses how the UK compares to other countries in adopting AI. Learn about his mission to push the boundaries of modern agriculture. Callum, an automation expert, discusses his involvement in the pioneering Hands-Free Hectare Farm projects. He reveals how these initiatives have influenced his work and what they mean for the future of farming automation. We also explore the rapid growth of automation in the dairy sector and if this could be matched in arable farming. This episode offers valuable insights into how AI and automation are transforming agriculture. Tune in to learn more about the technologies that are driving the future of farming!

In Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Stacia Stetkiewicz on the BOFIN Buzz, we delve deeper into the potential impact of precision-bred crops on agriculture and food systems. We explore her strategies for assessing public perception of precision breeding and why this is a crucial aspect of the PROBITY project. Stacia also shares her long-term vision for the role of precision breeding in transforming our food systems and how the PROBITY project aims to make a lasting impact. Join us for a forward-looking discussion on the future of agriculture!