Agri-tech: Measuring your success

In this week's episode we explore the role of agri-tech in improving productivity and sustainability, the opportunities for the future, and advice for CLA members looking to implement the use of technology within their rural business.  Claire Hodge, Head of Crops at the Agri Epi Centre, shares with us how new technology is trialled and tested, and how we need pioneers to push the industry forward.  Jake Freestone, Farm Manager at Overbury Enterprises, explains the benefits of agri-tech in working towards net zero and the change in productivity he has seen since adopting these technologies on his farm.  We are also joined by Adam Slate, Orchard Innovation Manager from Bardsley England, who tells us about his experience as an Agri Epi Satellite Farmer and the importance of collaboration across the industry Useful resources mentioned in today’s episode include: Agri-Epi Centre - https://agri-epicentre.com Farming Equipment and Technology Fund https://defrafarming.blog.gov.uk/2021/03/30/the-farming-investment-fund-an-overview Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Welcome to the CLA’s first ever Podcast series – Rural Business Uncovered.In this series we will review in detail the key issues facing landowners and rural businesses today. Season three will be available from January 2022.The Country Land & Business Association are dedicated to protecting and defending the rights of landowners and rural businesses. The Rural Powerhouse is a CLA campaign designed to unleash the potential of the rural economy. It aims to close the rural productivity gap, adding £43bn per year while transforming the lives of millions of people who live and work in the countryside.Visit WWW.CLA.ORG.UK for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.