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
Series 3 Episode 2: Coaching for Clarity – Making a Positive Difference
Ever wondered how coaching can unlock clarity, confidence, and meaningful change in farming families and rural businesses? In this episode, Heather Wildman shares her approach to coaching—what it is, what it isn’t, and how it helps people move forward.
We cover:
✅ Succession planning & leadership transitions
✅ Family and business conflict resolution
✅ Building confidence, resilience & emotional intelligence
✅ Prioritising wellbeing & mental health
Heather also offers practical tools and reflective questions listeners can use to start their own coaching journey. Perfect for farmers, rural business owners, and anyone looking to strengthen both business and family relationships.
Don’t miss the November Monitor Farm Scotland workshops with Heather and Lydia Carpenter. More details to follow soon