How can south west farmers reduce emissions and be more climate resilient?

Today on the show, we’re looking at climate resilience and how south west farmers can reduce overall farm emissions.  

Host Peter Green is joined by Becky Willson from the Farm Carbon Toolkit and Mike Roberts, a third generation Cornish beef and mixed crop farmer.

Throughout this series we are focusing on the topic of resilience. 

Farming Focus is the podcast for farmers in the South West of England, but is relevant for farmers outside of the region or indeed anyone in the wider industry or who has an interest in food and farming. 

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Timestamps

00:01 Cornish Mutual jingle. 

00:14 Peter Green comes in. 

01:08 Becky Willson introduces herself and the Farm Carbon Tool Kit. 

02:26 Mike Roberts introduces his farm.

03:38 What does resilience mean for Becky?

05:08 Resilience for Mike. 

06:45 Mike has gradually reduced his fertiliser usage. 

07:47 What is happening on farms when it comes to climate resilience?

10:08 Farmers need to provide that climate solution. 

12:06 2040 aim from the NFU to achieve net zero. 

14:32 What to say to farmers who say that there isn't any point...it can't be done? Why should we all care?

17:38 Becky takes us through some of the best practice that she has seen on different farms that listeners could try?

20:03 Cornish Mutual jingle

20:12 Farm Carbon Calculator - Peter has used this himself. Becky provides an insight into the calculator. 

22:30 Showstoppers and key points to take away. 

24:43 Peter rounds up (including cream teas)