The Galbraith Perspective

Recorded live from the 2026 Royal Highland Show, this special bitesize episode brings together rural industry experts from Galbraith and SAYFC. Two of our guests have balanced working on the stand with successfully competed in woolhandling and equine events. Euan Bremner is the newly elected SAYFC National Chair and discusses the organisations Big Build Project as well as the Young Farmer of the Y...

In this episode of The Galbraith Perspective, Duncan Barrie and Richard Haggart speak with Alix Ritchie, a Director at Farmstrong Scotland - a charity supporting farmers, crofters and their families to cope with the ups and downs of farming and crofting by sharing things they can do to look after themselves and the people in their business. They explore the realities of mental health in the farmin...

This episode of The Galbraith Perspective podcast explores the realities, challenges and opportunities facing farmers across Scotland and the wider UK. Martin Rennie, Rural Director at Galbraith, is joined by SAYFC Chief Executive Penny Montgomerie, alongside members Ross Campbell and John McCulloch. The conversation covers key industry issues including volatile market conditions, rising costs and...

Jamie Currie, Estate Agent at Galbraith, sits down with photographer and videographer Daniel Gregory of Filmworx — one of a number that our Agency team works with to bring properties to life. Together, they explore the fine art of capturing a home before it hits the market, how property marketing has evolved over the years, and the growing role of AI in the industry. They also share some of their...

Alistair Christie returns to host the latest episode of The Galbraith Perspective and is joined by Raymond Kennedy of United Auctions. The duo have an insightful conversation on the Scottish rural industry in 2026, Raymond's life as an Auchtioneer and the upcoming Stirling Bull Sales, which Galbraith is long-standing sponsors of. Also did you know that Raymond is a former World Champion piper?...

Welcome to The Galbraith Perspective — the podcast where we explore the people, stories and ideas shaping our diverse industry. In this episode Alistair Christie and Calum Smith are joined by Ayrshire farmer, Jordan Hibberd. Learn about Jordan's day to day work as a farmer, his involvement in the South Annan Estate, Warrendale wagyu contracts, diversification and his somewhat unique former rol...

Live from the Galbraith stand at the Royal Highland Show, we sit down for a very special episode of Galbraith Podcasts. Firstly hear from our CEO Martin Cassels on what exciting things we have going on from the stand. Martin Rennie, Agricultural Consultant chats with President SAYFC National Chair, Jillian Kennedy on their exciting Big Build Project. Also popping by is Jenn Stewart of Johnston Car...

We unite the podcasts as Hannah Lloyd from Women In Wellies joins Katie Marr and Rose Nash of the Galbraith Rural team for a brand new episode. We discuss Hannah's varied career which has taken her across Scotland. Two years ago Hannah started the Women In Wellies podcast, which is all about sharing stories, experiences and lessons from life in rural Scotland. The panel discuss the upcoming Ro...

Natural Capital and Carbon Leader for Galbraith, Eleanor Harris is joined by Edward Fletcher for a discussion on the woodland carbon code. - What is the woodland carbon code? - What things should clients think about when going through the process? - How is carbon sold? It's all part of another fantastic conversation at Galbraith Podcasts. Subscribe to Galbraith Podcasts so you never miss an ep...

In this episode, we welcome back telecoms specialist Ian Thornton-Kemsley, alongside John Rodwell, Graduate Surveyor from the Galbraith Rural team, for an in-depth discussion on the Electronic Communications Code (ECC) and its evolving impact on the telecoms property market. They also discuss: The importance of understanding site valuation beyond headline figures. How tribunal decisions like Vash...

What do you get when you bring together a Lawyer, Accountant and Farmer/comedian? A Galbraith Rural Matters Podcast! The latest episode sees a bumper panel discuss succession plans for the farm. There's conversations on diversification and Jim questions Alix, a Partner for Turcan Connell, and Robert, a Partner for EQ Accountancy on tax as they delve into the recent UK Budget announcement. We also...

In this episode, Eleanor Harris and Georgina Weston, dive into the process and challenges of developing natural capital projects. They discuss the essential components of such projects using an ESG (Environment, Social, Governance) framework, emphasising the importance of understanding the land, engaging stakeholders, establishing governance, and defining metrics. The panel explain how assessing c...

Coming to you from the Stirling Agricultural Centre, Galbraith Podcasts sit down with Alistair Christie from the Galbraith Rural Team and Auctioneer Raymond Kennedy of United Auctions. They discuss the longstanding partnership between Galbraith and United Auctions, which is now over ten years old. They discuss the upcoming October Bull Sales and Raymond shares his background in growing up on the f...

It's a Telecommunications special edition of Galbraith Podcasts as Ian Thornton Kemsley & Larry Irwin of the Energy team form the panel. The duo discuss their work at Galbraith, which leads onto conversation on the Electronic Communications Code (the Code). What is The Code? and what changes in recent years have meant for operators and landlords across the country. Make sure to subscribe t...

The latest edition of Galbraith Podcasts brings a sit down with Jamie Addison-Scott and Lucy Yates of the Galbraith Commercial team. The panel's discussion includes their very different routes into the industry, what advice they have for those starting out their career and what challenges exist in 2024! Make sure to subscribe to Galbraith Podcasts so you never miss an episode. Follow us on soc...

Eleanor Harris returns to the podcast for a chat with Richard Higgins and Ian Hope. The panel discuss the busy project development taking place and what are some of the benefits for people investing. They look ahead to next week’s RHS and some of the conversations that will be had on the Galbraith stand. Follow Galbraith on social media so you're always up to date with our team across all the busi...

Listen to another fantastic Rural Matters discussion as Galbraith Rural agents, Alistair Christie and Mike Halliday are joined by Carol McLaren, CEO of RSABI and Cammy Wilson, star of The Sheep Game and Fed By Farmers podcast. The panel discuss the challenges that are facing farmers and those in the agricultural industry in what has been a tough start to 2024. Carol is on hand to talk about the ex...

On the latest episode of Galbraith Podcasts, Matt is joined by David Hurst and Tom Warde-Aldam of the Rural team and Paul Cherry. Paul is a farmer in North Hertfordshire and along with his family run the annual Groundswell event, which is our main topic of conversation. The panel dip into the origins of the event, which takes place on Wednesday 26th and Thursday 27th June. They also discuss regene...

Property Matters returns with Hannah Christiansen and Hilary Murray of the Aberdeen team joining Matt for an insightful discussion about the North-East market. They discuss their experiences of working in the area, tips for sellers coming to the market and how recent trends have seen buyers coming from the South of England. There was also time to share some of their favourite properties now on the...

The Galbraith Podcasts Christmas Special is now here and it's a cracker. We sit down with Edinburgh Rugby stars, WP Nel and Patrick Harrison for a chat on the season so far and the upcoming 1872 Cup double-header with Glasgow Warriors. The duo discuss growing up in an agricultural and farming background with WP back in South Africa and Patrick closer to Murrayfield in West Linton With both pla...

Matt is joined by Rachel Russell and Richard Higgins, Partners within the Galbraith Energy and Commercial divisions respectively for the first episode of Energy Matters. The duo discuss their careers in the industry, what the key topics of conversation are within their field and what the key 2023 takeaways have been as we head into the new year. Make sure to subscribe to Galbraith Podcasts so you...

On the latest episode of Galbraith Podcasts, Matt sits down with Head of Building Surveying at Galbraith, Peter Scott Aiton, Director John Pullen and Councillor, Angus MacDonald. Angus in an entrepreneur born and bred in the Scottish Highlands and has helped revive the Fort William High Street by overseeing the Highland Cinema project as well as taking ownership of the Highland Book Shop. Both Pet...

On the latest episode of Galbraith Podcasts, Susan Guthrie of the Residential Agency team joins Matt for a discussion on Lettings. Susan has nearly 20 years experience in Residential Sales & Lettings and is now an Associate in the Galbraith team heading the Lettings team in the Scottish Borders. She shares her top tips for those looking to put their property on the Lettings marketing and the m...

Matt and Eleanor return for the latest episode of Talking Natural Capital with special guest Nikki Yoxall. Nikki is a grazier in Aberdeenshire, an educator and academic. Her PhD research focuses on understanding the role of nature connection in the agroecological transition and her work with Pasture for Life supports research into 100% pasture fed ruminant systems. She runs Grampian Graziers with...

Galbraith Podcasts presents the first edition of Rural Matters as Matt is joined by Alice Wilson and Christina Smith of the Ayr team. The duo discuss their roles as Rural Surveyors with Galbraith, advice for those wanting to pursue the career, the state of the industry and how they balance their life away from the desk with sport and Young Farmers. Make sure to subscribe to Galbraith Podcasts so y...