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 a thriving family business. Get ready to uncover the story behind their premium potatoes, learn about the challenges and rewards of running a farm, and discover what makes The Spud Barn a beloved local service. Whether you're a food enthusiast, an aspiring farmer, or just curious about rural life, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration you won't want to miss!

For more information on the Spud Barn visit: Home - The Spud Barn

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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 Instagram: We Can Do Both Podcast (@wecandobothpodcast) • Instagram photos and videos

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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 has shaped us.

There is also a tasty recipe I share for Oreo Cheesecake. Full details here: Easy to make pudding Oreo Cheesecake recipe (nofussmealsforbusyparents.com)

To follow Meinir on social media, here links are Meinir Howells (@howellsmeinir) • Instagram photos and videos

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.

If you want to know more about 'Jimmy the Farmer' rather than 'Jimmy the TV presenter' this is the episode for you.

Social links are as follows:

Jimmy Doherty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimmysfarm/

Jimmy's farm website:

Jimmys Farm & Wildlife Park. Zoo Weddings Events Parties Restaurant Butchery & Shops

Recipe idea from Christine Paske can be found on the No Fuss Meals for Busy Parents website here: http://www.nofussmealsforbusyparents.com/

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/

McDonalds Flagship Farmer link: https://www.flagshipfarmers.com/en/profile/andrew-ward/

News story about Baked Bean Trail with Warwick University: https://warwick.ac.uk/newsandevents/pressreleases/?newsItem=8a17841b8895e64b0188c374f1655508

Andrew Ward on YouTube: 🇬🇧 baked beans, not possible until now. - YouTube

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 love of the Great British Pea - Yes Peas! or Fen Peas: Fen Peas

Here is the recipe for the pea, honey and lemon sponge cake: https://nofussmealsforbusyparents.com/2023/07/03/pea-honey-and-lemon-cake/

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 with big kit 🚜 J S Hunter & Sons (@jshunterfarm) • Instagram photos and videos

And on Twitter: https://twitter.com/farmerevees

Here is the link to the No Fuss Meals for Busy Parents food blog: www.nofussmealsforbusyparents.com

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.macsween.co.uk/

Milly's e-cookery book is available to purchase here: https://www.millyfyfe.com/store/No-Fuss-Meals-for-Busy-Parents-E-Book-p516676969

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 (@downondaintreefarm) • Instagram photos and videos

Milly's e-cookery book can be purchased by visiting: No Fuss Meals for Busy Parents E-Book (millyfyfe.com)

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 White Heron Drinks | Rich. Gloriously Dark. Sumptuous

Jo's property business: TheWhitternEstateHerefordshire (whiteheronproperties.com)

Jo's instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/jo_hilditch/

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/

For Eat Well for Less recipes visit: https://www.bbc.co.uk/food/programmes/b0520lz9/recipes

BBC profile: https://www.bbc.co.uk/food/chefs/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-products that are produced.

So much insight in this episode - dive in and let me know what you think at hello@millyfyfe.com

Here are a few links:

https://www.britishsugar.co.uk/

https://www.britishsugar.co.uk/sustainability/case-studies/2018-04-10-online-food-teaching-course-for-primary-school-teachers

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 intimate insights into his father's illustrious career, offering a unique perspective on the evolution of culinary artistry. From cherished family recipes to timeless culinary philosophies, prepare to savor every moment of this captivating conversation. Welcome to The Countryside Kitchen, where tradition meets innovation, and culinary excellence knows no bounds!

Get ready to spice up your kitchen routine with some time-saving wizardry and mouthwatering British Beef recipes! In this episode of The Countryside Kitchen, we're all about making your life easier and tastier. Picture this: you, effortlessly whipping up delicious meals without breaking a sweat. How? With our clever hacks and genius meal planning tips, of course! Say goodbye to kitchen chaos and hello to culinary bliss as we dive into the world of easy-peasy cooking with British Beef. So grab your apron and get ready to become a meal-prep maestro!

Follow Oli:

Linkedin: (26) Olivier Blanc | LinkedIn

Henri Le Worm: (1) Facebook

Love British Food: ambassadors (lovebritishfood.co.uk)

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/

Lee has travelled the world in his career as a chef, preparing and cooking food for numerous celebrities, sports professionals and public figures. He's also worked with pretty much every Michelin chef going and I hope one day that he'll introduce me to his showbiz pals, especially James Martin!!

Please enjoy this episode and get in touch with me if you'd like to work with me in the future. Email: hello@millyfyfe.com

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 on social media

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BluebellDairy

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluebell_dairy/

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, how Emma created The Youngstock magazine and a few tasty recipes thrown in for good measure.

For more information on The Youngstock magazine visit: https://www.theyoungstock.com/

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 requests to join in a future episode at: hello@millyfyfe.com

Make sure you are following me on social media too: Milly Fyfe | Diary of a Farm Wife / Mummy (@millyfyfe) • Instagram photos and videos

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 photos and videos

Presenter Milly Fyfe chats to Josie Brown of Brown Cut Flowers. A mum of 4 young children, farmer's wife and inspiring cut flower business owner.

We talk about how Josie juggles it all, what motivated her to launch a cut flower business and some tasty recipe suggestions that are quick, easy, and of course no-fuss.

Find out more about Josie by clicking here: https://www.brownsbritishflowers.co.uk/

To follow the No Fuss Meals for Busy Parents food blog click here: https://nofussmealsforbusyparents.com/

Host Milly Fyfe chats to Leicester born and bred Butcher Rich Summers, who has turned his hand to supporting independent meat producers, helping to add value to their product with charcuterie, curing, smoking and marketing less favourable cuts.

We chat about ethically produced, sustainable meat production, what we enjoy preparing and cooking as well as a few time-saving hacks.

Join me on the 1st of each month to discover the next episode of The Countryside Kitchen meets

And don't forget to drop me a line with suggestions on who you might like to hear on a future show. Email me: hello@millyfyfe.com

Host Milly Fyfe chats to Kenyan pig farmer Flavian Obiero.

Born and raised in Kenya, Flavian travelled with his family to the UK when he was 15 and quickly became involved in food and farming.

Hear about his career progression to date within agriculture, what he enjoys cooking (especially bringing out those African flavours) and what's in store for Flavian as we look to the future.

Join us for another episode of The Countryside Kitchen meets

Be sure to DM me @MillyFyfe with your requests for recipe suggestions or who you'd like to hear from next.

Flavian can be found on Instagram @FlavianCooks or @KenyanPigFarmer

Presenter Milly Fyfe chats to 12 year old school-girl Elsie-May who became a social media sensation after posting a video about food miles and the importance of shopping locally. I chat to Elsie-May and her Dad Richard about what motivated her to produce the video, what plans she has for the future and a few time saving hacks when it comes to meal time preparation too.

Get involved to by telling me what your cooking right now, tell me who you like to hear on future podcasts and share the episodes with family and friends.

And once you've listened to the podcast, why not view the original video that Elsie-May produced. Find it here: https://www.facebook.com/1418891758/videos/1009789399597379/

Host Milly Fyfe chats to gold medal-winning paralympic champion Charlotte Henshaw about what it takes to become a world-class athlete, what routine an athlete follows and how it felt to compete in the last 3 Olympic games.

If you are into sport and want to get an insight into the career of an inspiring young sportswoman, then tune into this podcast.

There are also a few mealtime recipe suggestions and some time-saving hacks.

Follow Charlotte @chensawGB

For more recipe ideas visit my food blog: www.nofussmealsforbusyparents.com

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's work here:

Why you should subscribe to Garden Ninja! 🥷🌿🐝🥰 Join the gardening community! (youtube.com)

Garden Ninja: Lee Burkhill (@garden_ninja_lee) • Instagram photos and videos

Donate to the crowd funding page to help fund Milly's community projects: Seedcorn fund to assist No Fuss Meals for Busy Parents CIC | GoGetFunding

Host Milly Fyfe chats to passionate Yorkshire pig farmer Kate Morgan who recently hit the headlines highlighting the plight of the British Pig industry.

We chat about the importance of buying British, how you can help at home, as well as a few tasty recipe suggestions and promote how to get involved with the Bite into British and Save our Bacon Campaign too.

#BiteIntoBritish

#SaveOurBacon

@katemorgan24

Presenter Milly Fyfe catches up with Jenny Jefferies author of the cookbook For the Love of the Land. Together they explore the backstory behind the cookbook and showcase UK food producers that feature within the publication.

You can find out more about For the Love of the Land: https://www.jennyjefferies.co.uk/for-the-love-of-the-land/

Presenter @MillyFyfe chats to Northamptonshire based soft drinks producer Kirsty Wilmott of Manor Farm Drinks, who makes deliciously tasting cordials from hedgerow goodies surrounding her family farm. We'll talk about juggling work and home life as busy parents with young children, how Manor Farm Drinks was founded and what she's got up her sleeve with the development of the business. There's also some time-saving hacks and meal-time inspiration. Hope you can join us!

British Food Fortnight is held between 18th September and 3rd October this year. Presenter Milly Fyfe talks to the founder of the 20-year-old Love British Food organiser, Alexia Robinson about her motivation to create such a flagship campaign, celebrate success, and look forward to what's to come and how people and communities can get involved.

With celebrity backing from the likes of Liz Earle, Raymond Blanc, Martin Clunes and Damien Lewis, as well as Patron the Duchess of Cornwall, Alexia really has achieved sensational support and long may it continue.

For more information visit: https://www.lovebritishfood.co.uk/

Hear from Staffordshire farmer Richard Bower of Lower Drayton Farm, Penkridge.

Farmer Richard is a very dynamic and progressive farmer, who enjoys engaging with the

public on all aspects of food production as well as launching his very own farm

park and play centre within the mainstay of the farm business, a traditional

beef and arable farm on the edge of the M6 motorway. 

You can hear how Farmer Richard has diversified his business, gain an insight into how

diverse the farming industry is, as well as some recipe ideas and time-saving

hacks to help speed things up in the kitchen.

Follow The Countryside Kitchen meets here: https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-countryside-kitchen/

You can listen to the show trailer here: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/48ed7f16-b42b-49b9-9bb8-53d0fca73927

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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 when it comes to heritage. Lady Violet Manners: Why I’m going to war with the National Trust (telegraph.co.uk)

We explore her upbringing at Belvoir Castle and what living in the countryside means to her, and find out about her exciting new business Heritage Xplore: LVM Creative Relations

You can follow Violet on Instagram: Violet Manners (@mannersviolet) • Instagram photos and videos

This podcast is served up to you by online rural dating platform Muddy Matches

If you'd like to support No Fuss Meals for Busy Parents CIC, why not consider registering with Easy Fundraising? In one click you could be donating contributions every time you shop online at no cost to you at all. Here is the link: No Fuss Meals For Busy Parents CIC Fundraising | Easyfundraising

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 regenerative agricultural practice and how the estate works closely with the community.

Links

Jake on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/No1FarmerJake

Twitter: https://twitter.com/No1FarmerJake

Website: https://www.overburyfarms.co.uk/about-overbury-farms-manager-and-team.html

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 Lords from 2014 – 2019.

His family business is Taylors Bulbs, and you can find out more information here: Supplying loose and pre-packed bulbs to garden centres and nurseries (taylors-bulbs.com)

The daffodil mentioned that was produced for HM The Queen is called Gentleman at Arms and can be found here: Daffodil Gentleman at Arms - Bulbs

The recipe for Shepherds Pie can be found here: Milly Fyfe ®️ (@millyfyfe) • Instagram photos and videos or https://www.simplybeefandlamb.co.uk/recipes/milly-fyfes-shepherds-pie/

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 link:

Boxing Day Bubble and Squeak | T.H. Clements (thclements.co.uk)

You can follow TH Clements here:

TH Clements & Son Ltd (@thclements1966) • Instagram photos and videos

The TH Clements website is here: T.H. Clements (thclements.co.uk)

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 around running a farm business.

A hugely inspiring episode

Links to find more out on Abi include:

Twitter

https://twitter.com/AbiReader

Farmers Weekly story on being awarded an MBE

https://www.fwi.co.uk/news/abi-reader-honoured-by-queen-for-services-to-agriculture

Abi Reader's profile with the National Farmers Union of Wales

Abi Reader, NFU Cymru Deputy President – NFU Cymru (nfu-cymru.org.uk)

For recipe ideas and seasonal ingredients visit the No Fuss Meals for Busy Parents website: https://www.nofussmealsforbusyparents.com/

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 (@theoxfordcow) • Instagram photos and videos

The link for the salted caramel chocolate brownie recipe is here: Gluten Free Salted Chocolate Brownies – No Fuss Meals for Busy Parents

With thanks to Gemma Cooper for sending in a voice note with a tasty recipe for a hedgerow crumble