Banter 142: 21Oct26 Farming in Today's Climate, with Alastair Boyd

Alastair Boyd, a 79-year-old farmer, discussed his farming operations in Kent, which have expanded from 140 to 263 acres over 20 years. He described current challenges including drought conditions, high feed costs, and water restrictions affecting his beef herd and sheep operations. Alastair explained his farming practices including cattle breeding, use of straw and molasses for feed, and water storage systems, while noting concerns about rising costs of diesel, straw, and water supplies.