ScotLand Matters: The Scottish Land and Estates Podcast

In this episode of ScotLand Matters, Scottish Land & Estates’ Digital Communications Officer Calum Henderson speaks with Ross Macleod of The Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT) about the Trust's demonstration farm at Auchnerran. Expanding upon 'Focus on the future of farming,' an article in the Autumn 2021 edition of LandBusiness Magazine (available online now), this episode covers a number of bases, from the purpose of the farm, and how it came to be, to the local wildlife in the area. The episode also covers questions around carbon audits and natural capital assessments, providing an introduction to those who may not be familiar with the terms or what these entail in a practical sense. 

This episode was recorded on 26 August 2021. Find out more about GWCT on their website - www.gwct.org.uk

ScotLand Matters is the official podcast of Scottish Land & Estates, and is produced by Calum Henderson.

In this episode of ScotLand Matters, Scottish Land & Estates’ Head of Policy Stephen Young speaks with Andy Turnbull of Bidwells on the subject of natural capital. The episode covers various subjects, including different variations of land uses (including regenerative agriculture), climate change, biodiversity, and more. This episode is sponsored by Bidwells, and was recorded on 24 August 2021. 

Find out more about Bidwells on their website - www.bidwells.co.uk

ScotLand Matters is the official podcast of Scottish Land & Estates, and is produced by Calum Henderson.

Recorded on Friday 30 July 2021 as part of our virtual offering for what would have been the week of the Border Union Show, this conversation saw FBR Seed's David Seed and Professor Russel Griggs joined by SLE's Chief Executive, Sarah-Jane Laing. Featuring an introduction and closing remarks from Trevor Jackson, Chair of the South East Committee, the conservation covers a variety of fascinating topics as the trio of speakers discuss what the future of rural businesses in the South of Scotland could and should look like.

Find out more about FBR Seed - www.fbrseed.com

ScotLand Matters is the official podcast of Scottish Land & Estates, and is produced by Calum Henderson.

Recorded on Friday 18 June 2021 as part of our virtual events for the Royal Highland Showcase, this conversation saw farmer and Chair of Quality Meat Scotland Kate Rowell, Chair of the Arable Sector Climate Group Andrew Moir, and Chair of the Dairy Sector Climate Change Group Jackie McCreery led in discussion by Scottish Land & Estates' Head of Policy Stephen Young.

Find out more about Quality Meat Scotland - www.qmscotland.co.uk

Find out more about the Dairy Sector Climate Change Group - www.gov.scot/groups/dairy-sector-climate-change-group

ScotLand Matters is the official podcast of Scottish Land & Estates, and is produced by Calum Henderson.

Recorded on Thursday 17 June 2021 as part of our virtual events for the Royal Highland Showcase, this conversation saw NatureScot's Chair Dr Mike Cantlay in the hot seat being asked questions by SLE Chairman, Mark Tennant. Rewilding, biodiversity and working in partnership were some of the areas discussed.

Find out more about NatureScot - www.nature.scot

ScotLand Matters is the official podcast of Scottish Land & Estates, and is produced by Calum Henderson.

Recorded on Wednesday 16 June 2021 as part of our virtual events for the Royal Highland Showcase, this conversation saw Scottish Land & Estates' Chief Executive Sarah-Jane Laing answer questions set by Alan Laidlaw, CEO of the Royal Highland and Agricultural Society of Scotland. Topics covered include the issue of land reform.

Find out more about the Royal Highland and Agricultural Society of Scotland - www.rhass.org.uk

ScotLand Matters is the official podcast of Scottish Land & Estates, and is produced by Calum Henderson.

Recorded on Tuesday 15 June 2021 as part of our virtual events for the Royal Highland Showcase, this conversation saw Scottish Land & Estates' Policy Adviser Lindsay Duncan talk with Oxbury Bank's Nick Evans about financial management and funding available for Scotland's rural sector.

Find out more about Oxbury Bank - www.oxbury.com

ScotLand Matters is the official podcast of Scottish Land & Estates, and is produced by Calum Henderson.