Farming Focus

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The podcast for South West Farmers.

  1. 1 day ago ·  Bonus

    Why livestock beneath the soil matters

    The hidden livestock beneath your feet can be some of the hardest-working members of your farm team. Revisiting an earlier Farming Focus™ episode, farmer and entomologist Sally-Ann Spence joins plant and soil health educator Joel Williams to discuss why healthy soils are central to productive farming. From dung beetles and earthworms to fungi and other micro-organisms, they explain how the life below ground supports nutrient cycling, improves water infiltration and helps produce healthier crops and livestock. Packed with practical ideas, this episode encourages farmers to look beneath the surface and discover how investing in soil biology can strengthen resilience across the whole farm. Are there topics you’d like us to cover or guests you’d love to hear from? Get in touch by emailing us at podcast@cornishmutual.co.uk or by connecting with us on our socials @cornishmutual. Your feedback helps us shape the podcast to meet your needs. Farming Focus is the podcast for farmers in the South West of England, but is relevant for farmers outside of the region or indeed anyone in the wider industry or who has an interest in food and farming. For more information on Cornish Mutual visit Farmer Insurance Cornwall, Devon, Somerset, Dorset | Cornish Mutual For our podcast disclaimer: Farming Focus - The Podcast for South West Farmers | Cornish Mutual If you'd like to send us an email you can contact us at podcast@cornishmutual.co.uk

  2. 7 Jul

    Profit, Soil and Resilience; What are farmers learning?

    What really works in regenerative farming? Recorded live at Groundswell, this week’s Farming Focus™ brings together Cornwall farmer Geoff Williams and Terrafarmer’s Will Marris and Jack Pierce to unpick the successes they’ve seen around soil health, profitability and resilience. From starting small to learning from others, hear practical ideas for building a stronger farming business, whatever your system. Are there topics you’d like us to cover or guests you’d love to hear from? Get in touch by emailing us at podcast@cornishmutual.co.uk or by connecting with us on our socials @cornishmutual. Your feedback helps us shape the podcast to meet your needs. Farming Focus is the podcast for farmers in the South West of England, but is relevant for farmers outside of the region or indeed anyone in the wider industry or who has an interest in food and farming. For more information on Cornish Mutual visit Farmer Insurance Cornwall, Devon, Somerset, Dorset | Cornish Mutual For our podcast disclaimer: Farming Focus - The Podcast for South West Farmers | Cornish Mutual If you'd like to send us an email you can contact us at podcast@cornishmutual.co.uk

  3. 2 Jun

    How collaboration is shaping the future of farming

    Recorded live at the 2026 Devon County Show, this series finale of Farming Focus™ brings together elements of several episodes to explore why collaboration is becoming increasingly important for resilient and profitable farm businesses. Host Peter Green is joined by Devon farmer Chris Berry, facilitator Mel Bradley and Farm Carbon Toolkit’s Becky Willson to discuss how discussion groups, farmer clusters and shared learning are helping farmers tackle uncertainty together.  From practical ideas such as machinery sharing to larger landscape projects, the conversation highlights the power of trust, curiosity and peer-to-peer support in shaping the future of South West farming. Are there topics you’d like us to cover or guests you’d love to hear from? Get in touch by emailing us at podcast@cornishmutual.co.uk or by connecting with us on our socials @cornishmutual. Your feedback helps us shape the podcast to meet your needs. Farming Focus is the podcast for farmers in the South West of England, but is relevant for farmers outside of the region or indeed anyone in the wider industry or who has an interest in food and farming.  For more information on Cornish Mutual visit cornishmutual.co.uk For our podcast disclaimer click here.  If you'd like to send us an email you can contact us at podcast@cornishmutual.co.uk

  4. 26 May ·  Bonus

    Practical biosecurity tips for moving livestock safely

    Buying or selling livestock always carries risk, but good biosecurity can make a big difference. In this Farming Focus™ bonus episode, host Peter Green is rejoined by Synergy Farm Health vet Esme Moffat and Devon sheep farmer Pete Delbridge to discuss practical steps farmers can take when moving stock. From understanding health status and asking the right questions to quarantine and transport hygiene, they explain how manageable routines and informed decisions can help reduce disease risk and protect farm businesses. Are there topics you’d like us to cover or guests you’d love to hear from? Get in touch by emailing us at podcast@cornishmutual.co.uk or by connecting with us on our socials @cornishmutual. Your feedback helps us shape the podcast to meet your needs. Farming Focus is the podcast for farmers in the South West of England, but is relevant for farmers outside of the region or indeed anyone in the wider industry or who has an interest in food and farming.  For more information on Cornish Mutual visit cornishmutual.co.uk For our podcast disclaimer click here.  If you'd like to send us an email you can contact us at podcast@cornishmutual.co.uk

  5. 19 May

    Managing disease risk on South West farms

    Host Peter Green discusses the practical realities of farm biosecurity with Synergy Farm Health vet Esme Moffett and Devon sheep farmer Peter Delbridge. The episode highlights how building awareness and regularly reviewing risk can improve long-term animal health. Covering the major disease risks facing South West farms, from TB and sheep scab to bluetongue, they look at why simple habits still matter and suggest practical steps to protect livestock health.  Are there topics you’d like us to cover or guests you’d love to hear from? Get in touch by emailing us at podcast@cornishmutual.co.uk or by connecting with us on our socials @cornishmutual. Your feedback helps us shape the podcast to meet your needs. Farming Focus is the podcast for farmers in the South West of England, but is relevant for farmers outside of the region or indeed anyone in the wider industry or who has an interest in food and farming.  For more information on Cornish Mutual visit cornishmutual.co.uk For our podcast disclaimer click here.  If you'd like to send us an email you can contact us at podcast@cornishmutual.co.uk

  6. 12 May ·  Bonus

    Understanding gifting in farm succession planning

    Peter Green is re-joined by solicitor Tom Mottram from Porter Dodson and Devon farmer Jilly Greed in this bonus episode of Farming Focus™ to explore the role of gifting within farm succession planning. They discuss tax implications, affordability and the importance of professional advice, alongside Jilly’s first-hand experience of transferring assets. They advise being informed is a strength, highlighting how careful planning is essential to protect both your family and your farm business. Make sure you listen to episode 8 to get the most from this bonus episode.  Farming Focus is the podcast for farmers in the South West of England, but is relevant for farmers outside of the region or indeed anyone in the wider industry or who has an interest in food and farming.  For more information on Cornish Mutual visit cornishmutual.co.uk For our podcast disclaimer click here.

  7. 5 May

    How to secure your farm’s future through succession planning

    This episode explores farm succession planning in light of recent changes to agricultural property relief. Host Peter Green is joined by solicitor Tom Mottram from Porter Dodson and fourth-generation Devon farmer Jilly Greed to discuss tax implications, family conversations and practical steps. From partnership agreements to professional advice, they share honest insight and experience, strongly recommending early planning helps secure a farm’s future. Are there topics you’d like us to cover or guests you’d love to hear from? Get in touch by emailing us at podcast@cornishmutual.co.uk or by connecting with us on our socials @cornishmutual. Your feedback helps us shape the podcast to meet your needs. Farming Focus is the podcast for farmers in the South West of England, but is relevant for farmers outside of the region or indeed anyone in the wider industry or who has an interest in food and farming.  For more information on Cornish Mutual visit cornishmutual.co.uk For our podcast disclaimer click here.  If you'd like to send us an email you can contact us at podcast@cornishmutual.co.uk

  8. 28 Apr ·  Bonus

    Farming with nature: Making the most of available schemes

    In this bonus episode, Peter Green is joined once again by AHDB’s Dr Laura Underdown and farmer Jonathan Chapman to consider how environmental schemes can support farm businesses. They discuss matching schemes with farm goals, making the most of different land types and the importance of learning from other farmers. As Jonathan Chapman says, “you've got to make a profit”, with the focus on building resilience, improving the environment and making practical, business-minded decisions. Make sure you listen to episode 7 to get the most from this bonus episode.  Farming Focus is the podcast for farmers in the South West of England, but is relevant for farmers outside of the region or indeed anyone in the wider industry or who has an interest in food and farming.  For more information on Cornish Mutual visit cornishmutual.co.uk For our podcast disclaimer click here.

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The podcast for South West Farmers.

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  • Creator
    Cornish Mutual
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    113
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023 Farming Focus, Cornish Mutual
  • Show Website
    Farming Focus

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