Season 5
FAREWELL 2024: Selection of ear-catching moments
In this festive episode of 'Inside Agri-Turf', I recap highlights from recent episodes. This is episode 135, and I thank all those who tune in and listen to a stellar line-up of guests in increasing numbers, and to all guests...
SELLER AND BUYER featuring Martin Hamer, tractor salesman - and farmer
"I don't want to upset farmers who buy my tractors - or butchers who buy my beef cattle " A view from both sides of fence on the current farmers stand-off with the Government over inheritance tax from Martin Hamer , National ...
SPENDING AND SUPPORTING (Part One) with Stephen Howarth and Jane Crai…
Chris discusses the ongoing standoff between the farming community and the UK government over inheritance tax and its potential impact on British food production. Guests Stephen Howarth , an agricultural economist, and Jane C...
FARMERS AND THE MAINSTREAM MEDIA with Anna Jones (Rewind)
In this rewind of an episode published in January 2023, Chris talks with Anna Jones, a journalist and founder of Just Farmers. Anna discusses her background, growing up on a family farm on the Welsh border and her career in j...
PUNCHING ABOVE OUR WEIGHT with David Kirschner (Part Two)
Chris Biddle continues his conversation with David Kirschner, who discusses the challenges of promoting this niche yet crucial industry and the steps taken to secure better funding for apprentices. He details a critical meeti...
SELLING TRACTORS LIKE SWEETIES: In conversation with David Kirschner …
In this two-part episode, Chris is in conversation with David Kirschner, a seasoned agricultural engineer and consultant in the land-based engineering industry. David shares his extensive experience, from his early career as ...
FROM PLANES TO POWER TOOLS with Mark Earles, AEA President
Chris Biddle welcomes Mark Earles of Makita UK, the President of the Agricultural Engineers Association (AEA), to Inside Agri-Turf, where they delve deep into the intricacies of the agricultural engineering sector. The conver...
' MOST EXCITING TIME TO BE AN AGRICULTURAL ENGINEER' with Dr Mark Moo…
Dr Mark Moore, the Director of Government Affairs for AGCO Corporation in Europe and President of the Institution of Agricultural Engineers (IAgrE) shares his inspiring journey from a modest academic background to a key posit...
SALTEX: A Professional Showcase with Geoff Webb
Chris Biddle is in conversation with Geoff Webb , the Chief Executive of the Grounds Management Exhibition (GMA). The episode spotlights the GMA's upcoming SALTEX trade exhibition, highlighting its significance to the turf ma...
VIEWS FROM THE LONG GRASS: Showtime or Showdown? with Keith Christian
In this 'Views from the Long Grass' feature, Chris and Keith Christian discuss the proliferation of turfcare shows such as SALTEX, BTME and now Groundsfest and ask whether this is overkill for a small industry. Keith shares h...
WHAT HAPPENED NEXT? Stihl Revisited featuring Robin Lennie
Chris Biddle revisits a 2020 interview with Robin Lennie, former Managing Director at Stihl GB recorded during COVID-19 restrictions. The conversation highlights Robin’s 30 year career, Stihl's business growth, and the impact...
IT'S BACK! Preview of Season 5
Chris Biddle announces the comeback of his podcast, Inside Agri-Turf, after a summer break. He reflects on his extensive career in the land-based engineering industry and expresses his passion for sharing stories and insights...