In this episode from Fieldays 2025 we dive into the world of sustainable farming with Dugald Hamilton and Jeff Brown from RespondBio.

Discover how they’re shaking up agriculture by bringing living ecosystems back into our soil — and hear why farmers are finally “leaning forward” to listen! If you’re passionate about innovation, science, or simply want food that’s better for people and the planet, this one’s for you.

Listen now and join the conversation.

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Chris and Mark explore the fascinating world of food biotech from the innovation tent at Field Days, where we hear all about how Mara Bio is turning dairy industry waste into sustainable mycoprotein.

Mark explains the science behind their fermentation process, what makes their protein different from others on the market, and the challenges faced on the startup journey.

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In this episode of The Chris and Sam Podcast, Sam sits down with Grant from Kiwi Eco Net at Fieldays 2025 to talk about his game-changing invention: the world’s first edible bale net! 🚜🐄

Say goodbye to plastic waste and hello to safer, greener farming. Grant shares how years working on oil rigs inspired this eco-friendly innovation, the story behind its creation, and plans for global domination.

If you care about the environment, animal welfare, or just love a good Kiwi Innovation, you don’t want to miss this one!

Tune in now and find out why everyone—from local farmers to folks in Europe and the US—is chasing after Kiwi Eco Net! 💚🌏

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