Field Talk: A Monitor Farm Scotland Podcast
Welcome to Field Talk, the Monitor Farm Scotland Podcast. Each episode will follow one of the nine farms chosen to take part in the four-year programme. The Monitor Farm Scotland programme is farmer led and farmer driven, with support from specialists and experts to assess farm performance, explore opportunities, and develop solutions to the challenges farmers face. Our host, Wallace Currie, will speak with farmers about what they've been implementing on their farms, sharing both their successes and the challenges they've faced. We’ll also bring in industry experts to dive deep into key topics and offer valuable insights.
Field Talk: A Monitor Farm Scotland Podcast
Latest Episodes
Series 4 Episode 8: From the Field: Farming, Facilitation & Forward Thinking
In this episode, we step behind the scenes of the Monitor Farm Programme to hear directly from the people driving progress on the ground — our Regional Advisers. From facilitating discussions and navigating group dynamics to helping farm busine...
Series 4 Episode 7 - Strathspey Uncovered: People, Progress, and Purpose
In this episode speak with Rich Young about his role in the Strathspey Monitor Farm, the lessons learned over three years, and what the final chapter holds for the group. Rich reflects on key projects, the unique dynamics of the Strathspey grou...
Series 4 Episode 6 - The Lennox Way: Eleven Generations and Still Evolving
In this episode, we’re joined by Kay Wilson of Lennox of Lomond to explore how her involvement in the Monitor Farm Programme is shaping both the business she helps lead today and her thinking for the future. Kay reflects on when and why she cho...
Series 4 Episode 5: Deeside Decisions - Growth, graft and good farming
In this episode, we’re joined by Keith Stewart, previous Chair of the Deeside Monitor Farm Management Group, to explore how his involvement in the programme is shaping both his own farm and the wider Morrison’s enterprise. Keith talks us throug...
Series 4 Episode 4:Looking Back to Move Forward - Lessons from a Previous Monitor Farmer
In this episode, we’re joined by Andrew Marchant, former Nithsdale Monitor Farmer from Clonhie Farm, to explore how his earlier three‑year Monitor Farm journey shaped the business he runs today. Andrew reflects on when and why he got involved w...