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Cricketing legend and peer of the realm Lord Ian Botham of Ravensworth (to give him his full title), is better known today for championing the protection of the countryside, specifically the unique moorland habitat surrounding his small corner of Yorkshire. In my chat with 'Beefy' we talked about cricket, wine, and his busy schedule as well as his campaigning to prevent the installation of wind farms across several Yorkshire moors. October has also seen the launch of his new autobiography 'Seasons - Riding the Torpedo' that says more about his loves and life behind the stellar cricketing career headlines and as he puts it, "gets a few things off his chest." You can find a copy of the book at all good book retailers.

John Pawsey, 4th generation Suffolk organic farmer, bookworm and bon viveur…we settle down to natter about a few things currently on his mind. Find out more about John, the family business and his great team at Shimpling Park Farm here: Shimpling Park Farm | Diversified organic farm in Suffolk and don’t forget to follow him on Instagram @John.Pawsey for updates and the occasional prank.

Regenerative farmer and farm consultant Silas explains how he came to work out a regen system for better results that work at scale as well as for smallholders starting out. Learn more about his work on his website grassfedfarmer.com or his social channels by the same name.

Arable farmer, consultant and farming influencer Ben Adams talks to me about intercropping trials, crop strategy, tech & more. Follow Ben @BenAdamsAgri on YouTube, Facebook & Instagram https://www.linkedin.com/search/results/all/?keywords=ben%20adams&origin=GLOBAL_SEARCH_HEADER

In conversation with Tim Riley, a regenerative farmer basedin the Calder Valley who not only manages c.40 hectares of pasture but who has also held a number of prominent positions across a career spanning public health and food standards. We talk about soil health, science, rewilding, food standardsand much more. https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothy-riley-frase-6430852/?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3BhwpABC7PRZGUdBqYFhlOpw%3D%3D

Join me as I talk to Sam Colebatch of Russells. Russells has been serving the Yorkshire farming community since 1849 when George Russell the son of a blacksmith began designing and manufacturing horse drawn ploughs, harrows, and seed drills at premises in the Village of Great Edstone. Sam takes me through his experience in machinery sales and explains to me why he wouldn’t want to do anything else. www.russells.uk.com

Social Media is transforming the relationship the public haswith growers & producers across the world and, from his own little corner of Cambridgeshire, David Wheatley is reaching millions with his unscripted, heart warming snippets of farm life. In our conversation, he explains the ups & downs of ‘goingviral’ and what it has all meant for the farm business. You can find his content across the following channels andhis website at: www.petitepeonys.co.uk YouTube @davidwheatley3938 Instagram @petitepeonys Facebook @David Wheatley

In a world where data is king and government policy is very often informed by what we think and do as citizens, making sure all views from all backgrounds and localities are represented is vital. This is particularly true in rural communities when it can sometimes feel as though each and every decision is only shaped around the needs of towns & cities. Sarah Morris co-founded Fieldmouse Research Agency to shift the conversation, creating a team dedicated to finding those previously untapped views from those living and working in the countryside. You can find out more about how they are ensuring rural voices are heard by checking out thewebsite www.fmresearch.co.uk

A walk round Camphill Village Trust in Botton Village, North Yorkshire with Robin Asquith, Head of the Natural Environment at Botton. This unique village exists to meet a very specific purpose and I was delighted to meet many residents and workers on the farm during my visit, not to mention its stunning location and a taste of some award winning cheeses!Please do visit their website to see the incredible work they do.https://www.camphillvillagetrust.org.uk/

Today’s chat is with hedge layer and author Richard Negus. Richard’s no nonsense approach typifies many who work the land and it’s perhaps this honesty that makes his book ‘Words from the Hedge’ such a good read. If you have an interest in conservation, it’s an important view literally from the ground up.

Hannah Clarke is lead Red Meat Market Analyst at AHDB and is alsoco-host of AHDB’s very own podcast, The Ag Show. Emily Ball is Senior Account director at Twig Strategic Communications working on many cross industry campaigns and solutions. This fun pairing came together 18 months ago and it’s fair to say they were impressed by the matching accuracy of the TwoCan process, despite coming from two very different sectors of the industry. The working relationship has also solidified into a friendship that continuestoday.

Taking a short break but leaving you with a few books to read. Don't forget to follow to be ready for season two, I'll be back on air 30th August.

My guests today are Max Randall, Group Technical & Sustainability Manager for BerryWorld and John Pawsey, organic mixed arable & sheep farmer who continues to hold many interesting consultative positions in the agriculturalsector alongside running his farm in Suffolk. Max & John catch up with me and explain what it is about mentoring that helped both of them take away learnings that continue to apply long after the time their 6 month programme.

Dr. Louise Manning returns for a second chat this time on the subject of food safety. Whether it's food fraud, allergens, imports, food standards, labelling, product recalls, or considerations for planning to sell direct, it's all here. If you haven't heard our previous conversation in episode 19, do go back and listen when you have the time.

First aired on 7th December 2025, in this episode I speak to Louise Day of Sheepfold Farm Ingleby Greenhow. In it, Louise talks about the many decisions and considerations necessary to transform an established dairy farm into a thriving beef & sheep system promoting rare breeds and in keeping with its protected landscape status. Check out the farm at www.newsheepfoldfarm.co.uk as wellas across various social media platforms.