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April 28, 2025
<p>Today we welcome Liam Davies-Jones onto the R2Kast! 🎙️ From law courts to livestock sheds, Liam’s journey is one of shifting careers and finding purpose in the fields of West Wales. Once a solicitor juggling conveyancing and probate, he now manages a suckler herd alongside his fiancée Sandy, all while moonlighting as a fencing contractor and content creator! ⚖️🚜</p><br><p>We explore his transition from legal partner to full-time farmer, driven by his connection to the family farm and a desire for a more fulfilling life. Liam’s insights on data-driven stabiliser cattle versus traditional limousins show a farmer determined to balance instinct with innovation, discussing EBVs, carving ease, and the pressures of beef pricing. 🐂📊</p><br><p>Liam also opens up about social media, how lockdown TikToks turned into real-life friendships, and the power of authenticity online. From silly dances to agricultural education, his videos foster genuine connection and offer followers a window into farming reality—with humour and humility. 🎥🌾</p><br><p>We finish with a powerful discussion on succession, inheritance tax, and the protest movement sweeping through UK agriculture. With a background in law and a future in farming, Liam voices concerns and hopes for the industry with clarity, passion, and a grounded view on reform. 🧑🌾⚖️</p><br><p>Enjoy! 😊</p><br><p>Thank you to Howden Rural for the continued support.</p><br><p>#FarmingLife #CareerChange #SuccessionPlanning #StabiliserCattle #BeefFarming #AgTikTok #AgInfluencer #SocialMediaInAg #YoungFarmers #SucklerHerd #LimousinCattle #WelshFarming #LawToLand #DataDrivenFarming #InheritanceTax #FarmTransition #MentalHealthInAg #AgriProtests #HowdenRural #R2Kast #LiamDaviesJones</p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
April 25, 2025
<p>Today we welcome Kirsty McInnes onto the R2Kast! 🎙️ From a childhood phobia of slugs to earning her PhD in plant molecular genetics, Kirsty’s story is a brilliant blend of curiosity, courage, and crawling critters. Her fascination with slugs started with fear, but evolved into a passion that now sees her advocating for integrated land management and slug appreciation alike! 🐌🔬</p><br><p>We dive into Kirsty’s groundbreaking research on UVB light’s effect on oilseed rape, slugs, and insects, exploring how GM and gene editing could lead to resilient crops. Her insights into biological pest control, sacrificial crops, and how slugs might just be misunderstood make this episode one of the most unique yet! 🌱🧪</p><br><p>From watching slugs lay eggs to building molecular labs at Rothamsted and leading research fellowships at Newcastle University, Kirsty shares the reality of scientific discovery, including the emotional rollercoaster of becoming Dr. McInnes. Her storytelling makes complex science both fun and deeply relatable. 🧬✨</p><br><p>We also chat about the Svalbard Seed Vault, historic soil archives, and her love for research that respects nature. With humour, humility, and a whole lot of slug facts, Kirsty is an unforgettable guest whose work is transforming pest management from pesticides to precision. 📚🌍</p><br><p>Enjoy! 😊</p><br><p>Thank you to Howden Rural for the continued support.</p><br><p>#Slugs #PlantScience #IntegratedPestManagement #SoilNerd #WomenInSTEM #BiologicalControl #FarmingInnovation #RothamstedResearch #NewcastleUniversity #GMcrops #GeneEditing #SlugLife #NatureRecovery #CropResilience #ScienceIsCool #LoveForSlugs #SvalbardVault #SoilScience #WomenInAg #HowdenRural #R2Kast #KirstyMcInnes</p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
April 23, 2025
<p>Today, as part of the Tales of a Nuffield Scholar series, we welcome James Peck, a forward-thinking Cambridgeshire farmer whose story spans generations, industries, and continents. From humble beginnings and a family steeped in transport and medicine, James carved a unique path into large-scale arable farming and agribusiness diversification. 🌾</p><br><p>James founded PX Farms at 26, building a business model rooted in contract farming. Through bold moves, calculated risk, and relentless scale, he expanded operations to 12,500 acres, employing 51 people, owning 19 houses, running 12 lorries, and managing extensive grain storage and commercial letting enterprises. 🚜</p><br><p>We explore how Nuffield transformed James’ life—encouraging him to push boundaries, embrace land ownership, and invest in leadership development. From fearing solo travel and public speaking to buying a farm mid-scholarship, James’ story highlights the transformative power of stepping outside your comfort zone. 🌍</p><br><p>James’ journey is a masterclass in succession, asset growth, and inspiring autonomy in others. His candid reflections on mental health, employee retention, and rural education offer valuable insight for the next generation. A brilliant episode full of scale, honesty, and entrepreneurial grit. 🎙️</p><br><p>Enjoy! 😊</p><br><p>Thank you to Howden Rural for their support of this project.</p><br><p>The views in this podcast are those of the participants and not the Nuffield Farming Scholarships Trust.</p><br><p>#R2Kast #NuffieldScholar #JamesPeck #PXFarms #FarmDiversification #Agribusiness #LargeScaleFarming #FarmLeadership #GrainStorage #FarmTransport #NuffieldFarming #SuccessionPlanning #ContractFarming #AssetGrowth #AgriculturalInnovation #UKFarming #FarmManagement #InspiringLeadership #RuralEducation #HowdenRural</p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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