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Welcome to another delicious episode of the Countryside Kitchen Meets podcast, hosted by the ever-curious and passionate Milly Fyfe. This month, we're digging deep into the heart of Lincolnshire's agricultural landscape with a special feature on The Spud Barn. Join Milly as she chats with the dynamic father-daughter duo, David and Kate Armstrong, who have turned their love for potato farming into...

In this episode presenter Milly Fyfe chats to Former South West MP and Somerset farmer Neil Parish who has recently launched his own podcast called We Can Do Both. We cover his political career, his motivation for creating a podcast, farm life at home and a few tasty seasonal recipes and top tips for June too. Listen to Neil Parish's podcast: We Can Do Both on Apple Podcasts Follow Neil on Instagr...

A Conversation with Olivier Blanc and presenter Milly Fyfe Join us on a delectable journey through culinary heritage as The Countryside Kitchen meets with Olivier Blanc, the son of renowned chef Raymond Blanc OBE. In this special episode, we delve into the rich tapestry of French gastronomy, exploring the influence of family, tradition, and innovation on the world of food. Olivier Blanc shares int...

In this episode, presenter Milly Fyfe chats to award winning garden designer and TV presenter Lee Burkhill. We explore how Lee got into gardening and appearing on our TV screens as well. We share an ethos of making gardening more accessible to people and Milly highlight the grow, cook, eat projects she is involved with. An episode not to be missed - I hope you can join us and tune in Links to Lee'...

I'm delighted to bring Lady Violet Manners onto the Countryside Kitchen Meets podcast this month. Eldest daughter of the Duke and Duchess of Rutland, Violet is Director and Executive Producer of the Duchess podcast . An ambassador for the Royal Countryside fund , Violet recently challenged the status quo at the National Trust as she made her quest to be voted onto the board to bring fresh views wh...

Presenter Milly Fyfe chats with Overbury Estate Farm Manager and Nuffield ScholarJake Freestone on the latest episode of the Countryside Kitchen Meets. Jake is one of farming's most decorated individuals when it comes to awards and accolades, especially for conservation, soil health and working in harmony with the environment - tune in and you'll clearly understand why. We discuss many aspects of...

Happy New Year everyone! This podcast episode launches the third season of The Countryside Kitchen meets And we are starting off with a cracker :) Join presenter Milly Fyfe as she had Lord Taylor CBE of Holbeach Lord Taylor (John) is a member of the House of Lords and also has a family farming business in Holbeach, Lincolnshire. John was made a life peer in 2006 and was chief whip of the House of...

In this Christmas bonus episode, presenter Milly Fyfe is joined by TH Clements commercial director John Moulding, one of the largest producers of Brussels Sprouts in the UK We chat about the time pressures that the business faces over the festive period, and also explore the growing period of the crop. There are also a few recipe ideas you can try for inspiration beyond Christmas dinner. Here is a...

In this episode of The Countryside Kitchen Meets, Milly Fyfe chats to Cardiff based dairy farmer Abi Reader MBE, who also holds the position of Wales NFU Deputy President (National Farmers Union) We cover so much ground including how Cows on Tour came about, taking the farm into inner city London, what the Agroforestry scheme looks like on Abi's farm and how she fits in all her voluntary roles aro...

In this episode of The Countryside Kitchen meets, presenter Milly Fyfe chats with Oxfordshire Dairy Farmer David Christensen of Kingston Hill Farm. David supplies milk to Arla and together with his wife has an icecream diversification business called the Oxford Cow. To find out more about the Oxford Cow visit: The Oxford Cow | Luxury Farm Made Ice Cream Or follow on Instagram: The Oxford Cow (@the...

In this episode, Milly chats with livestock farmer and Welsh TV presenter Meinir Howells, who is familiar to many in Wales as one of the faces of the magazine TV show Ffermio. We chat about how she juggles being a busy Mum to young children whilst managing farm life and filming for Ffermio and S4C during the Royal Welsh Show. Young farmers has been a big part of our lives and we discuss how that h...

In this episode, presenter Milly Fyfe chats with TV presenter and first time Farmer Jimmy Doherty, who farms a range of rare breed and native livestock, as well as a few exotic animals in Suffolk We explore how Jimmy got into farming and how his farm took centre stage on TV as we followed his journey with wife Micheala , showcasing the highs and lows of establishing a farming business in the UK. I...

In this episode, presenter Milly Fyfe chats with the only farmer in the UK to successfully grow a crop of Baked Beans! Tune in as we talk about the haricot bean trials and why it is so important for reducing food miles and creating a sustainable supply chain here in the UK. Links to Wardy's social media and stories include: Roy Ward Farm Ltd facebook: https://www.facebook.com/roywardfarms/ McDonal...

Do you love peas? Well in this episode presenter Milly Fyfe interviews Managing Director of Fen Peas, Stephen Francis of Fen Peas, a farmer cooperative based in Lincolnshire. If you've ever wondered how peas are grown and get to the supermarket shelf then tune in to find out more. There are so many recipe ideas and suggestions in this episode. For more information visit: Yes Peas! celebrates our l...

In this episode, presenter Milly Fyfe chats with the National Farmers Union Next Generation Chairman Eveey Hunter, a multi-tasking business woman and mother who lives and works in rural Hertfordshire. Find out more about Eveey here: Eveey Hunter, chair of the NFU Next Generation Forum – NFUonline Follow Eveey on Instagram here: EVEES (@eveey.hunter) • Instagram photos and videos Eveey on the farm...

Haggis is not just for Burns night! Join presenter Milly Fyfe as she chats with Managing Director of Macsween Haggis, James Macsween about how the business has evolved, some innovative Haggis based recipes as well as a few seasonal ingredients suggestions for May. If you are not already a convert of Haggis then can we change your opinion? Tune in to find out more! Macsween website: https://www.mac...

In this episode Milly chats with Luke Abblitt a Fenland Farmer who is passionate about promoting food and farming to early years and secondary school children. We chat about our involvement in Young Farmers, what Luke grows, how he got involved in school projects and a few mealtime suggestions too. Tune in to find out more... Luke is on social media: https://twitter.com/Ondaintreefarm Farmer Luke...

In celebration of International Women's Day, I chat with an inspirational business women Jo Hilditch, who farms blackcurrants as well as running many other enterprises in Herefordshire. Join me as we uncover what it takes to be a blackcurrant farmer, how Jo juggles all her projects and what she enjoys cooking. There are some time saving hacks and recipe ideas too. Jo's British Cassis business Whit...

Best known for his involvement with the hit TV programme BBC's Eat Well for Less, Chris Bavin is a regular face on the small screen, appearing alongside Greg Wallace. Join presenter Milly Fyfe as she interviews Chris about how he made his way into TV, what future food trends are coming our way and what projects he'll be working on next. Chris is on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chris.bavin/...

In this episode, presenter Milly Fyfe chats with the Head of Agriculture at British Sugar, Dan Downs after her recent visit to the sugar beet factory at Wissington. Milly is on a mission to make more people aware that sugar is grown in the UK and how sustainable a crop it really is. Milly and Dan chat about how sugar is produced, processed and lands on the supermarket shelves as well as all the by...

In this bonus Christmas episode, I chat with Lee Maycock, Head of Tewinbury Cookery School in Hertfordshire about their field to fork ethos, what courses they offer and how you can attend a cookery course in 2023 - it would make a fantastic Christmas present!! Find out more by visiting https://www.tewinbury.co.uk/cookery-school/ Or Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tewinburyfarmhotel/...

In this episode, presenter Milly Fyfe talks to Derbyshire Dairy and Diversification farmer Oliver Brown of Bluebell Dairy. Hear how Ollie and his family have transformed their business into a successful visitor attraction, where people can come and see the cows being milked and enjoy some delicious ice cream too. For more information on Bluebell Dairy, visit: https://bluebelldairy.co.uk/ or follow...

In this episode, presenter Milly Fyfe chats to Emma Smith, editor of The Youngstock Magazine a publication for children aged 7 - 11 years who are passionate about the countryside, food and farming. Emma is a busy mum of two, farmer's wife and also works as the youth development coordinator for the Hereford Cattle society. Tune in as we chat about managing a busy home, striking a work/life balance,...

Presenter Milly Fyfe talks to first time farmer, Sophie Gregory an organic Arla dairy farmer from the South West. Join us as we chat about juggling family life, running a business and how to cook some super tasty meals that everyone can enjoy. 27:50 Time Saving Hack - Roast Dinner Soup You can follow Sophie here: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_in_training/ Email me your mealtime suggestions or r...

I'm back for season 2 of The Countryside Kitchen meets! In this episode I chat to go-ahead Cumbrian Farmer Jim Beary about life on the farm, what motivates him, how his business has grown and what he enjoys cooking. You might also see him on the TV soon... watch this space! 22:15 Time Saving Hack - Leftover fruit ice lollies You can follow Jim on Instagram: Jim Beary (@farmer_beary) • Instagram ph...