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Kite Consulting

Becki Reay

Kite Consulting provide business services to the entire food supply chain, from farmer to retailer and are widely recognised as one of the UK’s leading dairy consultancy companies.

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  • English

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  • #289
    March 20 · 41 min

    Middle East conflict: how geopolitics will impact dairy

    In episode 289 of the Kite Podcast, Chris Walkland opens with his usual milk market report. Host Ben Eagle is joined by Erik Elgersma, director and founder of Strategic Analyses Services based in the Netherlands, along with podcast producer Becki Reay. Together, the group delve into how global politics, rising geopolitical tensions and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East are shaping agriculture, inflation and, crucially, the dairy markets. They explore how current events are influencing ever

  • #288
    March 13 · 34 min

    From Oil Spikes to Export Chances: Inside the Current Milk Market

    In episode 288 of the Kite Podcast, hosts Will Evans and Ben Eagle are joined by Chris Walkland and Becki Reay to unpack the complex dynamics shaping today’s milk market, particularly as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East push oil prices toward $100 a barrel. Rising fuel and fertiliser costs — including a 50% jump in red diesel prices this month —putting mounting pressure on farmers, while milk prices continue to swing dramatically, with recent increases reported by Farmers Weekly undersco

  • #287
    March 6 · 31 min

    From Forage Shortfalls to Feed Price Spikes: The Feed Market Outlook

    In this week’s episode of the Kite Podcast, Will Evans is joined by Kite Consultant Torin Nicholson, KW Feed procurement manager Chris Pickles, and producer Becki Reay as they unpack the growing regional disparities in forage availability across the UK. Torin highlights why some areas are seeing plentiful forage while others face shortages, and what this means for farmers trying to formulate effective rations. Chris provides a clear overview of the current feed market, discussing the volatility

  • #286
    March 3 · 50 min

    Inside the NFU Conference: Fresh Leadership, Rising Optimism, and the Future of UK Farming

    In episode 286 of the Kite Podcast, Will Evans and Ben Eagle are joined by newly elected NFU Deputy President Paul Tompkins and chief dairy advisor Verity Richards to unpack the key moments from this year’s NFU conference. Together, they reflect on an event shaped by resilience, collaboration and a shared commitment to the future of British agriculture. Market analyst Chris Walkland brings positive news, reporting the first GB milk price rise since October, offering dairy farmers a much needed b

  • #285
    February 13 · 51 min

    From Ironman to Everyday Wins: Celebrating Mind Your Head Week

    Following on from Chris Walkland’s milk market report, we’re joined by mental health advocate Tom York, who shares his powerful personal journey—from growing up in an urban environment to finding his way into agriculture. His unconventional route into the industry, combined with the strengths and challenges of living with ADHD, has shaped a strong focus on building resilience. That resilience was put to the ultimate test when Tom completed an Ironman after just 30 weeks of training—an achievemen

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