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Can we restore nature while still producing enough food? And which Derek has the better argument?
In this episode of The Wilson & Ashley Podcast, we’re talking about Derek vs Derek, the new documentary putting two very different visions of the British countryside head-to-head.
We’ve seen the film ahead of its official UK release, so we’re giving you our thoughts after our trip to London!
On one side is Derek Banbury, an intensive dairy farmer who sees food production and caring for the countryside as entirely compatible. On the other is Derek Gow, a former sheep farmer who has moved into rewilding, creating habitat and bringing species such as beavers and wild boar back to his land.
We discuss the film’s central question: can we restore nature and biodiversity while still producing enough food?
Did the trailer give us the wrong impression? Is the film anti-farming, a defence of farmers, or a genuinely balanced look at the debate? We also discuss Britain's nature-depletion narrative, and what we actually see on farmland — from swallows and insects to soils, watercourses and wildlife.
And, most importantly… which Derek was more persuasive?
Plus, The Jury’s Out returns, with Rebecca revealing her latest obsession.
Watch the Derek vs Derek trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HeZbO-t3rlA
Thank you as always to BKT and Kirkby Tyres for supporting the podcast.
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We're taking a closer look at misinformation in the countryside, how quickly assumptions about farming can spread online, and why sometimes what you think you’re seeing isn’t necessarily what’s happening.
In this episode:
Why do people so often form opinions about farming without knowing the full story?
The assumptions people make about pesticides and plant protection products
How many misunderstandings about farming could be cleared up with a simple conversation with a farmer?
Do farmers need to be more accountable and open to questions from consumers?
Is misinformation deliberately created to generate engagement and feed the social media algorithm?
Do farmers sometimes contribute to the problem through out-of-context posts and deliberately provocative content?
Are farmers too defensive or dismissive when people ask questions?
How can farmers and the public have better conversations about agriculture?
We discuss where legitimate questions end and misinformation begins — and whether farmers themselves need to do more to challenge misconceptions about modern farming.
Thank you to Kirkby Tyres and BKT Tyres for keeping the wheels of farming turning. 
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Farmers are notoriously good at saying “I’ll be fine” — but when it comes to serious injuries and accidents on farms, waiting for it to get better isn’t always an option.
In this episode, we talk about farming accidents, farm safety and why farmers can be so reluctant to seek medical help, before taking a look at the new RABI Farmers Aid app, designed to help in the crucial minutes after an accident while you’re waiting for the emergency services to arrive.
In this episode:
Why farmers are often reluctant to call 999 or go to A&E
The culture of self-reliance and “just get on with it”
Why accidents can be particularly difficult to deal with on remote farms
RABI's research into farmers' health and wellbeing
The shocking statistics around agricultural fatalities in the UK
The new RABI Farmers Aid app and how it can help in an emergency
The importance of the “platinum ten minutes” after a serious injury
Using What3Words to help emergency services find you
And Charlotte reveals something she is currently obsessed with…
Download the RABI Farmers Aid app and make sure you have it before you need it: https://rabi.org.uk/rabi-officially-launches-farmersaid-app-to-support-response-to-critical-on-farm-accidents/ 
Thank you to Kirkby Tyres and BKT Tyres for keeping the wheels of farming turning. 
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Almost three quarters of England is in drought at the time of recording— so what does that actually mean for farmers, food production and the price of our food?
We’re talking about what we’re seeing on our own farms, from crop yields and forage to water availability, boreholes and the risk of fires, as well as some of the less obvious consequences of a dry summer, including livestock disease.
But there’s a bigger question too: when there isn’t enough water, who should get it?
Should farmers be allowed to abstract more water to protect crops and livestock? What about rivers, wildlife and drinking water? And why does water abstraction become such a contentious issue whenever we have a dry summer?
We’re also talking about why drought is suddenly getting so much attention in the mainstream media, whether FarmTok is helping consumers understand what’s happening on farms, and what farmers actually need from Government.
So… are farmers justified in complaining about the weather, or do we just need to get on with it?
Plus, after last week’s verdict, The Jury’s Out returns — and Rebecca has found something she is absolutely obsessed with. Hint: it involves guinea pigs and tapirs!
Thank you to BKT Tyres and Kirkby Tyres for sponsoring this podcast and keeping the wheels of farming turning.
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We’re back! And after a VERY busy summer, we’ve got a lot to catch you up on.
It’s been a while… and when we looked at our diaries, we genuinely don’t know how we were supposed to fit recording a podcast in as well!
From weddings, Cereals at Diddly Squat Farm and Zach Bryan, to the Great Yorkshire Show, The Game Fair, Farm 24 and Meat Up — we’ve basically been here, there and everywhere.
Then we’re introducing something new…
The Jury’s Out.
A new segment where we decide whether something is something we’re completely obsessed with or something we are absolutely, categorically over. And no, it probably won't have anything to do with farming.
This week, Rebecca has had enough of those very noisy close-up eating videos on TikTok. You know the ones. 
And finally, we’ve got an announcement that we know you’re going to be pretty pleased about…
We’re going weekly!
You asked for more episodes, so from now on you’ll be getting Wilson & Ashley every Tuesday. 
It’s very good to be back.
Thank you to BKT Tyres and Kirkby Tyres for sponsoring this podcast and keeping the wheels of farming turning.
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@wilsonandashley
@rebeccawilsonfarming
@charlotteashleyfarm
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