Diversification and the Future of Farming

In this episode rural business adviser Simon Haley comes on the show to talk about diversification. 

Peter also speaks to Somerset farmers Rob Addicott and Jeremy Padfield.

In this second series of Farming Focus we're asking the question 'does my farm have a future?'.

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

00:15 Peter Green introduces the episode. 

01:19 Peter's Future Farm feature. 

02:43 Peter introduces Simon Haley. 

02:59 Simon Haley introduces how he works with farmers in the north west region. 

03:36 What are some of the most popular diversifications on farm?

06:09 How will I diversify my time?

08:26 If we stand still we go backwards. 

10:17 Peter introduces Rob and Jeremy - today's farmer guests. 

11:12 Rob Addicott introduces himself.

13:20 Jeremy Padfield introduces his business.

16:15 How did Rob and Jeremy plan their diversifications?

17:40 Advice to farmers who are looking to diversify?

19:06 What skills or attributes will farmers of the future need to thrive?

20:08 Listeners' questions. 

23:50 Advice to farmers as to next steps...

25:30 Showstoppers.

27:00 One practical tip from Simon. 

28:17 Key attributes. 

30:00 Peter rounds up.