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“15 Minutes With…” is a snapshot of life in the countryside, told by the people who shape it. Each episode features a short, engaging conversation with a landowner, farmer, rural business owner or key political voice. In just 15 minutes, we explore their work, their challenges, their ideas for the future — and the lighter moments that make rural life unique.
From the Country Land and Business Association (CLA)
15 minutes with...
15 Minutes With…Baroness Minette Batters
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CLA Land Use Chief Susan Twining sits down with Baroness Minette Batters to discuss her groundbreaking Farming Profitability Review and life in the House of Lords. Minette shares insights on the disconnect between rural and urban Britain, why agriculture's true economic value is vastly underestimated, and her vision for a partnership approach between government and the farming industry. From the challenges of influencing legislation to the exciting opportunities for UK agriculture to lead the world in sustainable food production, this conversation offers a candid look at the future of British farming and the urgent need for policy reform.