R2Kast - People in Food and Farming/All In

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R2Kast 243 - Sarah Millar on Leadership in Agriculture, Quality Meat Scotland, and Sustainable Farming Sep 09, 2024

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In this episode of R2Kast, we welcome Sarah Millar, a leading figure in Scottish agriculture. Sarah shares her journey from growing up on a family hill farm to becoming the Chief Executive at Quality Meat Scotland, a role she has held since 2022 🐑.

We also explore the challenges and innovations in sustainable farming, as Sarah reflects on the importance of bridging the gap between farming practices and environmental sustainability 🌱.

Additionally, Sarah delves into the evolving role of Quality Meat Scotland in promoting Scottish red meat on both domestic and international stages 🌍.

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#Leadership #Agriculture #SustainableFarming #QualityMeatScotland #WomenInAg #FarmingJourney #ScottishFarming #RedMeatIndustry #FarmToFork #EnvironmentalSustainability #AgriCommunity #FoodProduction #FarmingChallenges #FarmLife #RuralLeadership #FarmManagement #YoungFarmers #InnovationInAg #AgriBusiness #Scotland #Inspiration #Motivation #Success #Innovation #Love

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R2Kast 242 - Bizza Walters on Sheep Farming, Social Media Balance, and Farm Safety Sep 06, 2024

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In this episode of R2Kast, we welcome back Bizza Walters to discuss her ongoing journey in agriculture. Bizza shares her experiences with sheep farming, highlighting her work with the Grey-Faced Dartmoor breed and the challenges of maintaining a rare breed flock 🐑

We also delve into the delicate balance between social media and personal life, as Bizza reflects on her evolving relationship with Instagram 📱

Finally, Bizza opens up about her new role with the Farm Safety Foundation, emphasising the importance of safety in the farming community and the impact it has on daily life 🚜.

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#SheepFarming #GreyFacedDartmoor #FarmSafety #SocialMediaBalance #WomenInAg #FarmingLife #SustainableFarming #RareBreeds #InstagramGrowth #AgriCommunity #FarmingJourney #RuralLiving #FarmLife #Agriculture #YoungFarmers #Agvocate #FarmSafetyWeek #ContentCreation #InfluencerLife #FarmingChallenges #Inspiration #Motivation #Success #Innovation #Love

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R2Kast 241 - Charlotte Ashley on YouTube Growth, Farming Transition, and Social Media Influence Sep 02, 2024

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In this episode of R2Kast, we welcome Charlotte Ashley back to the show after two years. Charlotte discusses her transition from beef to dairy farming, diving into the challenges and rewards of switching farming systems 🐄.

We also explore Charlotte's journey on YouTube, where she has found freedom in creativity and embraced the platform as her main outlet 📹.

Finally, Charlotte shares her thoughts on the complexities of social media influence, discussing how she balances authenticity with audience expectations and the responsibility of being a role model in the agricultural community 🌱.

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#FarmingJourney #DairyFarming #SocialMediaInfluence #YouTubeGrowth #AgricultureLife #FarmToYouTube #WomenInAg #FarmingChallenges #ContentCreation #AuthenticityMatters #RuralLiving #FarmLife #SustainableFarming #InfluencerMarketing #AgriCommunity #FarmersOfInstagram #DigitalFarming #Agvocate #YoungFarmers #FarmersVoice #Inspiration #Motivation #Innovation #Success #Love

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R2Kast 240 - Nuffield Next Generation with Bronagh Dempster, Ewan McKracken, and Kirsten Henry Aug 30, 2024

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In this special episode of R2Kast, we welcome Bronagh Dempster, Ewan McKracken, and Kirsten Henry, pioneers of the Nuffield Next Generation Scholarship. These young leaders share their experiences as the first cohort in this innovative programme, designed to shape the future of agriculture 🌾.

We dive into their personal journeys, from dairy farming challenges to balancing full-time jobs and farming responsibilities 🐄.

Additionally, the trio discusses their experiences travelling across the UK, visiting diverse farming operations and gaining invaluable insights 🚜.

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#NuffieldScholarship #NextGenFarmers #AgricultureLeadership #FarmingInnovation #YoungFarmers #UKFarming #DairyFarming #SustainableAgriculture #WomenInAg #FarmLife #AgriCommunity #FarmingJourney #AgricultureEducation #FarmManagement #RuralDevelopment #FarmToFork #AgriBusiness #AgriTourism #FarmersOfInstagram #Agvocate #Inspiration #Motivation #Success #Innovation #Love

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R2Kast 239 - Tales of a Nuffield Scholar with Kendra Hall Aug 28, 2024

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Tales of a Nuffield Scholar with Kendra Hall

🎙️ Swimming, Storytelling, and Paralympic Glory!

Today, we dive deep into the world of elite sports and public relations with the incredible Kendra Hall! 🌟

Kendra's journey began in rural Indiana, USA, where she grew up surrounded by cornfields and horses, ultimately finding her passion in both agriculture and sports. 🐎

A master of agricultural communications and a Paralympian in sitting volleyball, Kendra’s life is a unique blend of athletic achievement and advocacy for better public understanding of farming. 🌾

From the volleyball courts of Athens, Beijing, and London, to her current role at Reverberate Public Relations, Kendra’s story is one of resilience, adaptation, and relentless pursuit of excellence. 🏐

Kendra is also a proud Nuffield Scholar, using her scholarship to explore the intersection of agriculture and public relations, and how to better connect the farming community with the wider public. Her research and insights continue to shape the future of agri-food communications. 📚

Opinions are that of those involved and not the Nuffield Farming Scholarship Trust!

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#NuffieldScholar #KendraHall #Paralympian #SittingVolleyball #EliteSports #Storytelling #AgriculturalCommunications #PublicRelations #AgriFood #Resilience #AthleticAchievement #AgricultureAdvocacy #RuralRoots #FarmToTable #SportsAndAgriculture #AdaptiveAthletes #Inspiration #WomenInSports #VolleyballJourney #ParalympicGlory #Motivation #Sports #Success #Leadership #Inspiration

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R2Kast 238 - All In with Tom Cara on TV Production, Creative Storytelling, and Mental Adventures Aug 26, 2024

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In this episode of R2Kast, we go all in with Tom Cara, a seasoned TV producer and director. Tom shares his journey from stumbling into the industry to becoming a leading figure in TV production 🎥.

We delve into the art of creative storytelling, exploring how Tom crafts compelling narratives that resonate with audiences 🌍.

Along the way, Tom recounts some pretty mental adventures, from wild filming experiences to the unique challenges of the television industry, offering a glimpse into the madness behind the scenes 📺.

Wallace and Ed reflect on their involvement with RHS TV, which led to meeting Tom, providing a firsthand look at the collaboration that brought some of these stories to life 🎬.

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#TVProduction #CreativeStorytelling #MediaIndustry #FilmMaking #TelevisionDirector #ContentCreation #EntertainmentIndustry #Broadcasting #BehindTheScenes #TelevisionProduction #Storytelling #Filmmaking #MediaInnovation #DocumentaryFilmmaking #CreativeIndustry #ProducerLife #Screenwriting #Television #DigitalMedia #ProductionLife #Inspiration #Motivation #Success #Innovation #Love

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R2Kast 237 - Helen Wyman on Nuffield, Building a Business and the importance of a Mentor! Aug 23, 2024

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🎙️ From Farming to Mentorship: Helen Wyman’s Inspiring Journey!

In today’s episode, we sit down with Helen Wyman, a dynamic leader in the agricultural sector who’s not only made a name for herself through innovation but also through her commitment to mentorship. 🚜

Helen shares her journey from growing up on a Yorkshire farm to working in various roles in the agricultural industry, including her impactful work at Future Biogas. 🌱

We delve into her experience with the Nuffield Scholarship and how it transformed her approach to leadership and mentoring, driving her to create lasting change in the agricultural community. 🎓

Helen also opens up about the challenges she faced balancing work and family life, and how she overcame a lack of confidence to become a notable figure in the industry. 💪

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#Agriculture #Farming #Mentorship #Leadership #Sustainability #NuffieldScholarship #RuralBusiness #WomenInAg #FutureBiogas #AgInnovation #YorkshireFarm #FarmLife #RenewableEnergy #FarmersOfInstagram #AgCommunity #WomenInLeadership #FarmToTable #AgTech #PersonalGrowth #CareerDevelopment #Inspiration #Motivation #Podcast #Podcasting #Entrepreneurship

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R2Kast 236 - Sam Shuttleworth on social media, first gen farming and only fans! Aug 19, 2024

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🎙️ First-Generation Farming and Social Media Fame!

In today’s episode, we chat with Sam Shuttleworth, a first-generation farmer who’s turned a small flock of sheep into a thriving agricultural business. 🚜

Sam shares her journey from working on a family dairy farm to building her own sheep and cattle operation with her partner, Oliver. 🐑

We dive into the challenges of starting a farm from scratch, the importance of perseverance, and how Sam balances farming with her growing presence on YouTube and social media. 🎥

Sam also talks about her experience with OnlyFans, explaining how it helped her family during tough financial times and how she managed the unexpected challenges that came with it. 💻 👙

They have just been nominated for the sheep farmer of the year award as well! 🏆

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R2Kast 235 - Nuffield Travel Update to Japan, Singapore and part 1 of New Zealand Aug 16, 2024

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Just an update of where I am on my Nuffield ‘solo’ travel! This episode involves Japan, Singapore and part of the South Island of New Zealand

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R2Kast 234 - Tales of a Nuffield Scholar with Heather Gorringe Aug 14, 2024

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Tales of a Nuffield Scholar

Our last tales of a Nuffield scholarship episode welcomed an extremely successful accidental businessman!

Today welcome someone who always wanted to have a business. Heather Gorringe worked in the family business before falling in love with the process of taking a business from small to large.

Various businesses under her arm she is most well known for Wiggly Wigglers which is aimed at selling worm kits to assist in household composting as well as bokashi for the same reason.

Fascinating chat with a very driven women and proof of where a Nuffield scholarship can take you!

Views are that of those involved not directly of the Nuffield Farming Scholarships Trust.

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