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Episodes
What’s next for organic dairy?
05 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 297 of the Kite Podcast, Will Evans and Ben Eagle are joined by Rob Daykin from Daykin Partnership, Shropshire farmer Tim Downes, event hos...
Mentoring Matters: Driving Growth in Agriculture
22 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the podcast, hosts Will Evans and Ben Eagle explore the role of mentoring and personal development in agriculture, joined by ...
Managing Through Chaos: Key Insights from the DIN Conference
15 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 295 of the Kite Podcast, Will Evans and Ben Eagle are joined by farmer Fraser Jones, podcast producer Becki Reay and milk market analyst Ch...
NFU Dairy Board Hot Topics: permitting, FDOM & Iran impact on costs
01 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 294 of the Kite Podcast, hosts Will Evans and Ben Eagle welcome new NFU Dairy Board Chair Ian Harvey and Vice Chair Rob Davies, alongside r...
The SFS Launch: Support, Sustainability and the Future of Welsh Farming
24 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Sustainable Farming Scheme Information Please note: The information provided during this podcast has been prepared for general informational purpose...
From Uncertainty to Opportunity: IFCN Insights on the Future of Dairy
17 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Kicking off with Chris Walklands’ Milk Market Report, Episode 292 of the Kite Podcast hosts Will Evans and Ben Eagle are joined by Philipp Goetz, He...
The Future of Feed Efficiency: Tech, Costs and Smarter Dairy Management
10 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 291 of the Kite Podcast, we kick things off with Chris Walkland’s latest milk market report before Will Evans and Ben Eagle are joined by...
Learning from Denmark: Biosecurity Insights for UK Farmers
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 290 of the Kite Podcast, host Ben Eagle is joined by Sophie Brewster from AHDB, Norfolk farmer Zara Dorrington, and Kite Consulting’s Nic...
Middle East conflict: how geopolitics will impact dairy
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 289 of the Kite Podcast, Chris Walkland opens with his usual milk market report. Host Ben Eagle is joined by Erik Elgersma, director and fo...
From Oil Spikes to Export Chances: Inside the Current Milk Market
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 288 of the Kite Podcast, hosts Will Evans and Ben Eagle are joined by Chris Walkland and Becki Reay to unpack the complex dynamics shaping ...
From Forage Shortfalls to Feed Price Spikes: The Feed Market Outlook
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode of the Kite Podcast, Will Evans is joined by Kite Consultant Torin Nicholson, KW Feed procurement manager Chris Pickles, and ...
Inside the NFU Conference: Fresh Leadership, Rising Optimism, and the Future of UK Farming
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Please note: The information provided during this podcast has been prepared for general informational purposes only and does not constitute advice. Th...
Inside the NFU Conference: Fresh Leadership, Rising Optimism, and the Future of UK Farming
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Please note: The information provided during this podcast has been prepared for general informational purposes only and does not constitute advice. Th...
From Ironman to Everyday Wins: Celebrating Mind Your Head Week
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Following on from Chris Walkland’s milk market report, we’re joined by mental health advocate Tom York, who shares his powerful personal journey—...
Securing the Future of Our Food: Attracting Young People to UK Agriculture
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 285 of the Kite Podcast, Will Evans and Ben Eagle are joined by Arla Foods UK Managing Director Baz Padberg, Kite Consultant Becca Oakley, ...
Market Trends, Farm Efficiency and the Road to DairyTech
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Following Chris’ usual Milk Market Report, Will Evans and Ben Eagle welcome new senior consultants Beth Parry and Tim Kneale, who share insights fro...
SEMEX Dairy Conference Wrap Up: Markets, Tech & Farming Insights
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Following Chris’ milk market report this week, Will and Ben are joined by Wigtownshire dairy farmer Rory Christie, Chair of the 2026 Semex Conferenc...
Resilience and Opportunity: Insights from the OFC 90th Anniversary
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we begin with Chris Walkland’s latest milk market report before celebrating the 90th anniversary of the Oxford Farming Conference w...
Where Is the Milk Market Heading in 2026?
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Kicking off the New Year, this episode takes a close look at the current milk market. Ben Eagle, Chris Walkland and podcast producer Becki Reay discus...
Mental Wellness at Christmas
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As we approach the end of the year, we find ourselves in our final episode, just days away from Christmas. This festive season is often filled with ga...
Red Tractor Review & Priorities - what farmers should expect
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Following the results of the farm assurance review earlier this year, Red Tractor have this week announced its key priorities and planned actions, inc...
Ireland's Nitrate Derogation: Balancing Dairy Production and Water Quality
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Kite Podcast, hosts Ben Eagle and Will Evans take a closer look at Ireland's dairy sector in light of the recent European Commi...
How relevant is COP30 for the future of UK Dairy?
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Kite Podcast, Will Evans and Producer Becki Reay delve into the recent COP30 conference held in Brazil, exploring its implicati...
Argentina's Dairy Potential: Opportunities Amidst Economic Change
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Kite Podcast, hosts Will Evans and Ben Eagle explore the state of Argentina’s dairy sector, examining its current challenges ...
New Zealand Dairy: Weathering Storms and Shaping the Future
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode of the Kite Podcast, we’re heading to New Zealand for a wide-ranging update on the country’s dairy sector. Following rece...
Milk price discussions & Freshways £25M investment
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 273 of the Kite Podcast, following this week’s Milk Market update from analyst Chris Walkland, we learn more about Freshways’ £25 mill...
Inspiring Change in Agriculture: Sophie Gregory's Journey and Embracing Opportunities Ahead
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Meet the Farmers Weekly Dairy Farmer of the Year Winners: John & Nicola Young
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we’re joined by the freshly crowned Farmers Weekly Dairy Farmers of the Year, Nicola and John Young. Hosts Will Evans and ...
Navigating Dairy Costs: Trends, Investments & Insights for 2025
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s podcast, there’s a very sobering milk market report from Chris Walkland following several drops announced this week. Kathryn Rowlan...
Insights from IFCN’s Graz Conference
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Kite Podcast, we dive into the heart of IFCN’s Supporter Conference in Graz, Austria, where the theme was “Making Sustainability ...
Data-Driven Dairy: The Tech Revolution in Agriculture
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the rapidly evolving intersection of technology and the dairy industry with experts Caroline Hamilton from Intelligent Dai...
Decoding Dairy Disruption: A Deep Dive into Current Trends
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
https://www.kiteconsulting.com/2025/09/01/decoding-dairy-disruption/ Please note: The information provided during this podcast has been prepared for g...
Organic Milk Matters: Understanding Market Flows and Forage Challenges
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Kite Podcast, hosts Will Evans and Ben Eagle are joined by Rob Daykin, Managing Director of Daykin Partnership and organic farmer Wil...
First Milk Annual Results Revealed
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week Ben Eagle and Will Evans welcome Shelagh Hancock, Chief Executive of First Milk, to discuss the cooperative's impressive annual financial re...
A New Chapter: Embracing Life After Dairy Farming
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this poignant episode of the Kite Podcast, hosts Ben Eagle and Will Evans are joined by Cheshire dairy farmers Tom and Karen Halton, who share thei...
From Pitch to Plate: How Dairy Fuels Young Athletes
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Watch the BUCS pilot results video here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3lEQ3ELF9Bg Please note: The information provided during this podcast has...
Small-Scale AD in Dairy: What’s Possible, What’s Practical
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, hosts Ben Eagle and Will Evans explore the role of on-farm anaerobic digestion (AD) in the UK dairy sector with guests Gary Hague, UK...
The future of genomic breeding: driving faster gains & financial returns
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After Chris Walkland’s dairy market update this week, Ben Eagle is joined by Kevin Ziemba, Global Applied Genetic Consulting Manager at STGenetics (...
Muller confirm £45million investment in Skelmersdale site & new contracts for Yew Tree suppliers.
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 260 of the Kite Podcast, hosts Ben Eagle and Will Evans explore major upcoming developments at Yew Tree Dairy, including a £45 million inv...
United for sustainable Dairy: The future of the UK Dairy Roadmap
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
https://www.dairyuk.org/the-dairy-roadmap/ Please note: The information provided during this podcast has been prepared for general informational purpo...
From Fields to Futures: Insights on harvest prospects & feed prices
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, hosts Ben Eagle and Will Evans delve into the current harvest prospects as combines begin to roll across the UK. Joined by James Bole...
Cooling the Herd: Effective solutions for heat stress in dairy farming
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Revisit the list of practical solutions from Charlie at Tim at minute 17. Please note: The information provided during this podcast has been prepare...
From Determination to Dairy: Frank Dunne's Ambitious Farming Vision
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, hosts Will Evans and Ben Eagle continue their exploration of Irish agriculture with an inspiring story from Frank Dunne and his farmi...
Controversial Nutrient Action Programme: Farmers Demand Change in Northern Ireland
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we explore the proposed Nutrient Action Programme (NAP) in Northern Ireland, which has sparked significant debate within the...
From Farm to Fork: The Value of Engaging the Public
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
https://www.farmertime.uk/https://justfarmers.orghttps://ahdb.org.ukhttps://farmsunday.orghttps://www.nuffieldscholar.org/agdiversity Please note: T...
Compact feeding masterclass with Niels Bastian Kristensen
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Following Chris’ milk market report, Will Evans is joined by compact feeding pioneer Niels Bastian Kristensen, Kite consultant Mike Bray, JG Vigar a...
Unlocking Potential: The Importance of CPD in Agriculture
23 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
To find out more about Kite's Herd Management Training which starts in August 2025 and is now open for applications, please email people@kiteconsultin...
Exploring Dairy Futures: DIN Conference Highlights & Market Stability
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 152 Please note: The information provided during this podcast has been prepared for general informational purposes only and does not constitut...
Feed market insights: forage updates, harvest outlook & EU regulations
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After Chris’ market report this week, highlighting a positive outlook for dairy prices, Will and Ben shift their focus from milk markets to the intr...
Milk market predictions: navigating volumes, prices & processing challenges
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Will and Ben are back this week, joined by Chris, who has just returned from holiday. In this episode, they delve into the current milk volume situati...
An update on NZ dairy: milk markets, politics & dairy economics
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Will and Ben return after a short break for Easter, to explore the current state of the dairy industry in New Zealand with insights from James Allen, ...
Spring peak - predictions, milk flows & forage
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After Chris’ report this week on the Kite Podcast, Will and Ben bring you a timely spring update, joined by Kite Consultant Marcus Doig and Cumbrian...
The Future of Johne's Management: Implementing Phase Three for Dairy Farmers
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
NMRThe National Johne's Management Plan Please note: The information provided during this podcast has been prepared for general informational purposes...
Understanding Soil Organic Carbon: Benefits, Challenges & Best Practices
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Will and Ben explore the crucial topic of soil organic carbon, delving into its definition, benefits and ways to enhance its presence in ou...
How are AHDB delivering for levy payers after 1 year with Graham Wilkinson in charge
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Please note: The information provided during this podcast has been prepared for general informational purposes only and does not constitute advice. Th...
Understanding ammonia & phosphate regulations on farm – with practical & innovative solutions from Denmark
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AHDB Events Please note: The information provided during this podcast has been prepared for general informational purposes only and does not constitut...
Dairy Producer Organisations Explained
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, our hosts Will and Ben focus on Dairy Producer Organisations (DPOs) and their vital role in the dairy industry. With Ian Harvey, farmer, Di...
EU vision for agriculture & food & what it means for UK ag
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Following Chris' report this week, Will and Ben are joined by Jukka Likitalo, Secretary General of Eucolait, and Kite Director John Allen to examine t...
Oxbury Bank Transition Facility – accessing 1% over base lending!
21 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week after Chris’ report, Will and Ben are joined by Nick Evans, co-founder and Managing Director of Oxbury Bank and David Keiley from Kite, to...
USA milk output, dairy & beef economics
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Will Evans, Becki Reay and Chris Walkland are joined this week by Betty Berning; Contributing Dairy Economist at Highground Dairy. After Chris' rather...
Feed markets & outlook following Trumps tariff talk
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After a successful day at Dairy Tech, Chris presents his usual market report. Will and Ben are joined by James Bolesworth, CEO of CRM Agricommodities,...
Arla Foods Ingredients acquisition of Volac
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After Chris’ report this week, Will and Ben are joined by Luis Cubel, Group Vice President and Managing Director of Arla Foods Ingredients to discus...
Trump inauguration debrief - what it means for global politics & dairy
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After Chris’ report this week, Will & Ben are joined by podcast regulars, Erik Elgersma, founder & director of Strategic Analysis Services BV & Kite...
Muller Yew Tree acquisition & Fast-Track launch
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are starting the year as we mean to go on, our first podcast of 2025 is a positive one; featuring the milk market report from Chris and discussing ...
Dale Farm investments in Cheddar processing & strong financial performance
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the final podcast episode of the year, we are joined by Dale Farm’s Group Chief Executive, Nick Whelan and podcast producer Becki Reay. Following...
COP29; financing & financially rewarding carbon reduction
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After Chris’ report this week, Will and Ben are joined by Rachael Madeley-Davies, AHDB’s Head of Environment Technical and Dorset dairy farmer and...
ARLA reaction to Bovaer media storm & what it means for the future
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Following a week long media storm triggered by Arla’s press release relating to Bovaer, we couldn’t not discuss on the podcast this week. And who ...
Farm tenancies & TFA, plus comments on Bovaer & the media storm
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week after Chris’ report and discussion on the media flurry around the use of Bovaer, Will and Ben are joined by Robert Martin, Chair of the Te...
Setting the record straight on nutritious dairy and its sustainability credentials
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Read the Dairy UK report here Please note: The information provided during this podcast has been prepared for general informational purposes only and ...
Following the budget: practical advice for farm businesses
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After Chris’ usual report and following on from last week’s episode on the Governments new Budget, Will and Ben are joined by Rob Hitch, Partner a...
The Budget - beneath the headlines
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
NFU Online - what is a mass lobby Please note: The information provided during this podcast has been prepared for general informational purposes only ...
Autumn Milk Flows
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After Chris Walkland’s usual report, he joins Kite Director John Allen to discuss autumn milk flows, first touching on the outcome of the CMA in rel...
British Farming Awards 2024
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After Chris’ report, Will and Ben are joined by Tom and Karen Halton who are finalists for British Farming Awards ‘Dairy Farmer of the Year’, as...
Working together for food security & climate change
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After Chris’ report this week, Will and Ben are joined by Nuffield scholar Ruth Grice, who works on her family’s dairy farm in Leicestershire as w...
Profitability and Farm Costs
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Following Chris' report this week, Will and Ben are joined by Kite consulting’s Eliot Greenfield consultant based in Cumbria with special interests ...
Discuss the Undiscussabull – communication, conflict & farm succession
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 223 of the Kite Podcast, Will and Ben are joined Canada’s Farm Whisperer, Elaine Froese, AHDB’s Amy Hughes and Kite podcast producer, B...
IFCN 2024 Conference: key messages and take homes
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week after Chris’ report, Will and Ben are joined by Andrea Lendewig, Head of Research and Development at IFCN and Dominik Streyl from Josera, ...
Bluetongue update
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
DEFRA Bluetongue information Please note: The information provided during this podcast has been prepared for general informational purposes only and d...
Feed markets & forage situation on farm
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week after Chris’ report, Will and Ben are joined by Paul Macer and Amy Watson from Kite as well as James Bolesworth, CEO at CRM AgriCommoditie...
Record Breaking Butter Prices
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Following Chris' report this week, Will and Ben are joined by Kite consulting director John Allen and Erik Elgersma, founder and director of Strategic...
Calf rearing & heifer management….can we do it better?
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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Organic Dairy: battered, bruised, but back on the up?
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Report - Organic Dairy: battered, bruised, but back on the up?Kite Progressive Dairy Operators Conference - click for info & to book. Please note: T...
Capital Investment for Future Proofing Dairy
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncommonly at this time of year, Chris Walkland’s milk market report is distinctly positive this week! Will, Ben & the podcast team are then joined ...
An update on Irish dairy
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A bit of good news in Chris’ report today before Will and Ben are joined by Conor Mulvihill, Director of Dairy Industry Ireland and Kite Director Jo...
European Politics
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Will and Ben are joined this week by Erik Elgersma - founder and director of Strategic Analysis Services BV – a Dutch-based globally active consulti...
Investing in your farm team - How to become a employer of choice
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Following Chris' report this week, Will and Ben are joined by Lancashire dairy farmer Ed Towers and Kite consultant Tillie Williams to discuss the imp...
Live from Down to Earth 2024 - Grosvenor & regenerative dairy farming
05 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A very special episode and a Kite podcast first as we record with a live audience from Down to Earth at Grosvenor Farms. Starting with the usual repor...
Olympic special with Olympic medallist Dr Anna Watkins MBE, Wendy Martinson OBE & Dr Judith Bryans
28 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After Chris’ report, this week Will and Ben are joined by an impressive line-up with Dr Anna Watkins MBE, double Olympic medallist and two times Wor...
Interrogating party manifestos for food security
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Register for the NFU Scotland Hustings here Please note: The information provided during this podcast has been prepared for general informational purp...
A post-spring milk flow, forage and feed update
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After Chris’ report this week, Will and Ben are joined by Paul Macer, Principal Consultant at Kite and Chris Davidson, Head of Procurement at AB Agr...
NZ dairy update & Muller acquisition of Yew Tree Dairy
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There was lots for hosts Will Evans and Ben Eagle to discuss with the guests on this week’s podcast. Firstly, along with the usual milk market upda...
World Milk Day 2024 - nourishing the world
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Other than the sad news about Mona Dairy, the remainder of Chris' milk market report is fairly positive this week. Will and Ben are then joined by Łu...
Arla Investments
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this weeks Podcast we’re joined by the Managing Director of Arla Foods UK, Bas Padberg, Kite Director John Allen, and Senior Consultant Becki Rea...
Dairy Industry Newsletter Conference – dairy modification and collaboration
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week Will and Ben are joined by Catherine Paice, the Editor of Dairy Industry Newsletter; Kite Director John Allen and Rory Christie who farms in...
What does it take to be a winner at British Dairying Cream Awards?
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cream Awards entry form Please note: The information provided during this podcast has been prepared for general informational purposes only and does n...
Contract farming agreements
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After Chris’ report this week, Will and Ben are joined by Andrew Jones, a farm owner who entered a contract farming arrangement and Kite consultant ...
USA update inc Dairy Outlook & Bird Flu in Cattle
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Following Chris Walkland’s usual milk market report, Will and Ben are joined by podcast veteran Steve Spencer who is Managing Director of Global Ins...
Taking control of Johne's disease
19 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Johne's Webinar Please note: The information provided during this podcast has been prepared for general informational purposes only and does not const...
Carbon markets & natural capital
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Reaching a podcast milestone with episode 200, Ben and Will are joined by Eddie Rixon, a sheep and beef farmer from Oxfordshire and a Land Use Adviser...
When the rain stops
05 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After Chris’ report this week, Will and Ben are joined by Paul Macer, Consultant with Kite and David Christensen, Oxfordshire farmer, to talk about ...