Today we welcome Craig Davison and Jeff Miller onto the R2Kast! 🎙️ This episode dives into agricultural education, a topic that’s booming in the UK but has been well-established in the US for years. 🌾📚 With Craig’s experience in Scotland and Jeff’s academic leadership in Arkansas, we explore the contrasts and opportunities in ag education between the two nations.

Craig shares his journey from Scotland to the US, where he immersed himself in high school agriculture programs, FFA, and hands-on learning that shaped his career. 🐄🌱 His insights into education pathways and how early exposure to agriculture can create future industry leaders are fascinating!

Jeff brings the American perspective, highlighting the vast range of study options in the US, from ag communications to leadership and policy. 📢💡 He discusses how FFA and 4-H play a massive role in recruitment for the industry, and how the UK could benefit from a similar model to bring in more young talent.

We also touch on new micro-credential courses launching in the UK, designed to boost skills in agricultural communications, marketing, and journalism. 🎓📈 If you’re keen to see ag education expand here, this one’s for you!

Enjoy!

Thanks to Howden Rural for the support.

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