Lets talk meat with Norman Bagley.

We"re excited to announce our return!!! The boys are back, and this we're even bigger and better than before, although we might have a little less hair to show for it (Flav, in particular, has seen a reduction in his hair. In todays discussion , we aim to focus on the bright side of farming and share some positive insights. join us as we explore the uplifting aspects of the agricultural world. 

We are joined by The Right Honourable, Lord Deben, to talk politics and culture, and everything else in between.

 In this weeks, episode we engage in a conversation with Hugh Pocock from Cultura Connect We explore strategies for attracting top talent to your organisation, as well as effective methods of retaining employees. Additionally we take a fascinating dive into the realm of wagyu beef. Dont forget to like and subscribe to our podcast.

Is livestock farming the key to solve and global food security?   This week we are  joined by Professor Mike, Lee, deputy vice chancellor at Harper Adams University. He is a expert in sustainable livestock systems, looking at their role in securing global food security. Whilst  protecting environmental health. He has published over 375 research articles and papers, including articles in nature and science.

Yesterday saw the biggest tax increases for a generation and the second biggest of all time. This govermant has in an instant given farming a fiscal fisting. Join us as we chew this over with Sophie Alpin alongside Chris Flav and Neil in this bonus pod. 

Norman Bagley is Head of Policy at the well-respected multi-award-winning trade body The Association of Independent Meat Suppliers. Originally a livestock auctioneer for 35 years, originally in the Welsh Borders and then from 1985 at a farmer-owned auction at Ripon   Since its inception in 2001, AIMS has grown to become a highly-regarded, leading trade body representing the red and white meat sector and food service across the British Isles. This journey has been steered by Bagley’s expertise, unwavering dedication, and a passion for excellence that has helped set the highest standards in the industry.

In todays epersode we talk mega farms and how the consumer view farming based on Riverfords farmwashing campaign. 

We're joined by British sports journalist & author Tom Fordyce to chat a few things about farming and all things sport. And we think it's coming home!

In recent times, farmers have been urged to diversify in order to make businesses more viable. Emily has taken diversification to a different level by not only starting a vineyard but also winning a number of awards along the way.  

What makes meat qualify as halal? Why is there so much negativity about halal meat in the UK? Is it a market UK farmers are ignoring? Can UK farmers benefit from halal meat sales throughout the year as opposed to just Eid al-Fitr & Eid al-Adha?