I am an Agriculture Commentator from Scotland and Nuffield Farming Scholar, travelling around the world, sharing an insight into different farming practices across the globe.
Demand for beef is rising, UK herds are shrinking and Australia is positioning itself to fill the gap. Instead of clinging to false assumptions about lower standards, isn’t it time we proved why our story deserves to be chosen first?
Stepping onto global stages has been a dream. Stepping off them, I’m reminded that success for women still comes with scrutiny, judgement and questions about family life
Often, it’s only by stepping into someone else’s shoes that we begin to see our own path more clearly. Unstoppable is just the beginning.
Could new technology being trialled on Scotland's hillsides transform how cattle are managed for the better or are we edging toward a future where stockmanship skills are left behind?
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Beef cattle numbers in Scotland have been heading in the wrong direction for years - but a bold new campaign is aiming to inject some much-needed confidence and map out a path to get those numbers back on track.
Devastating floods have hit the heart of outback Queensland, submerging an area twice the size of the UK—stretching across half a million square kilometres.
Australian farmers are locked in a constant battle with the elements. From droughts to cyclones, the unpredictable weather demands adaptability, resilience, and tough decisions that shape the lives of those who grow our food.
From the catwalks of Paris to the vast pampas of Argentina, Gloria and Malcolm Cooke have lived a life shaped by adventure, love, and resilience.
We’ve all heard the term ‘field to fork’ when it comes to understanding and building a relationship with how our food is grown, processed, and delivered. But how often do we consider the journey of our flowers, from ‘field to vase’?
As I prepare to leave Scotland for a new life in Australia, I reflect on two transformative years—travelling the world, facing depression, and finding love. The highs, the lows, and the invaluable lessons that have shaped my journey.
Sometimes, the most seemingly ordinary person has, in fact, the most extraordinary story. Such has been my discovery as I’ve entered the homes and lives of hundreds of families on my travels.
Zimbabwean farmers faced unimaginable hardship during land reform under Mugabe. The resilience of those who chose to stay serves a powerful reminder of the enduring spirit of farmers everywhere—and that messing with them can risk collapsing a nation.