The Poultry Network Podcast

In this episode of the Poultry Network Podcast , host Tom Willings is joined by editor Jake Davies . Their guest is Wayne Olbison, Head of Sales for UK and Ireland at Lanxess Biosecurity Solutions , who discusses the company’s role in agricultural hygiene and offers practical biosecurity advice in light of recent avian influenza outbreaks. Wayne introduces Lanxess as a global chemicals business, w...

In this episode of the Poultry Network Podcast , hosts Tom Willings and Tom Woolman welcome Graham Atkinson, an experienced poultry professional who recently founded Grange Consultancy after nearly three decades in the sector, including 14 years at Noble Foods. The conversation begins with talk of Yorkshire weather before turning to Graham’s transition from corporate employment to independent cons...

In this episode of the Poultry Network Podcast, Tom Woolman and Tom Willings speak with Dr Tracey Jones, Global Director of Food Business at Compassion in World Farming, about the UK’s shift toward a cage-free future. Tracey outlines the progress so far – 82 % of UK laying hens are now cage-free, compared with 50 % in 2016 – and the 2025 commitments made by major retailers. The conversation covers...

In this episode, Tom Woolman and Tom Willings are joined by Jake Davies, editor of Poultry Network , to preview this year’s Poultry Network Live conference — taking place on 4 September at Harper Adams University. Jake outlines this year’s theme — growth, optimism and ambition — and gives a behind-the-scenes look at what’s in store for delegates, including: A keynote from Professor David Hughes ,...

In this episode of the Poultry Network podcast, co-hosts Tom Woolman and Tom Willings are joined by Kelly Grellier, Chief Commercial Officer at RSPCA Assured, and Kate Parkes, Senior Scientific Officer at the RSPCA, to explore the updated laying hen welfare standards. The conversation opens with an explanation of the relationship between the RSPCA and RSPCA Assured. The RSPCA is responsible for wr...

In this episode of the Poultry Network Podcast , hosts Tom Woolman and Tom Willings are joined by Bex Tonks, CEO and farmer at St. Ewe Free Range Eggs , for a wide-ranging conversation on growth, values, and future vision in the egg sector. Bex reflects on a milestone year for the business— winning Packer of the Year at the National Egg & Poultry Awards , a Grocer Gold Award nomination , and r...

In this episode of the Poultry Network Podcast, Jake Davies, editor of Poultry. Network, steps in for regular host Tom Woolman to interview one of the most recognisable names in UK agricultural planning: Ian Pick of Harrison Pick. Described as "planning royalty" in the poultry world, Ian shares insights from nearly two decades of experience helping producers across the UK navigate an increasingly...

Talking Turkeys with Paul Kelly In this episode of the Poultry Network Podcast, Tom Willings and Tom Woolman welcome Paul Kelly, managing director of Kelly Turkeys, renowned for producing the slow-grown, high-welfare KellyBronze turkey. Paul shares insights on the turkey sector’s evolution, the challenges it has faced in recent years, and what the future holds - including exciting plans for a majo...

In this episode of the Poultry Network Podcast , hosts Tom Willings and Tom Woolman reflect on a pivotal fortnight for the UK poultry sector. 🔹 Major Industry News: Hook2Sisters Sale The episode opens with analysis of the landmark announcement that Hook2Sisters , the long-standing 50/50 joint venture between PD Hook and 2 Sisters Food Group , will be fully acquired by the Boparan Private Office —...

In this episode, Tom Willings and Tom Woolman are joined by Richard Griffiths , Chief Executive of the British Poultry Council (BPC) – the UK trade association for poultry meat producers, including chicken, turkey, duck and goose. Richard offers insights into his career, which began in mining engineering before he transitioned to the poultry sector nearly two decades ago. He reflects on how the in...

Welcome to The Poultry Network Podcast, hosted by Tom Woolman and Tom Willings — your insider guide to the UK’s poultry meat and egg production industry.  From farm to fork, we bring you expert insights, latest trends, and stories that shape the sector.  Whether you’re a farmer, processor, or simply passionate about poultry, this podcast is your go-to source for all things poultry in the...

PART two of this edition of the Sustainability Podcast sees Tom, Teun and Nick delve into the topic of white-egg laying hens.  In just two years, white eggs have left behind the ‘processing egg’ tag and become a feature of the supermarket fixture nationwide, now occupying a 12% share of the UK laying flock.  In a more relaxed discussion, the three explain how white and brown eggs differ...

In the first of a two-part episode of the Sustainability Hub podcast, Tom is joined by two respected poultry experts from Hendrix Genetics, a leading company involved in multi-species animal breeding.  In their most recent projections, Rabobank forecast demand for poultry and eggs to grow by 22% in the next decade, outpacing every other livestock sector. From Teun van de Braak and N...

Discussing their mission to help transform agriculture through the discoveries and developments of science-led research, Dr Fiona Short and Paddy Tarbuck, Innovation Leads at UK Agri-Tech Centre, joined Tom in the studio for another edition of the Sustainability Hub podcast.  We hear how the UK Agri-Tech Centre was created, learn about the kind of support and the facilities on offer...

Trouw Nutrition have a clear mission; to feed the future.  And they’re leaving no stone unturned in their quest to balance the limited resources of nature with the increasingly complex demands of a growing population.  Part of the Nutreco group of companies, Trouw Nutrition have developed not one but a whole suite of environmental footprinting tools to aid agrifood supply chains to under...

In the very first episode of the Poultry. Network Sustainability Hub Podcast, Tom Willings speaks with Tim Burnside, Global Vice President for Welfare, Sustainability and Compliance at Aviagen Group.  The Sustainability Hub was established by Poultry Network to showcase how every part of the poultry meat and egg production chain is working towards a more sustainable future.  In a series...