Danielle Priestly - Farm Vet and Director at St Boniface
Published: 02 September 2026
In this episode, Karen and Will are joined by Danielle Priestley, Farm Vet and Director at St Boniface Veterinary Clinic. They chat about Danielle’s career journey, her research and what life is like balancing being a vet, mum to twin boys and wife to a dairy farmer.
Bridget Down - Family, Faith and Farming
Published: 20 August 2026
Family, Faith and Farming
In this episode, Will and Karen are joined by Bridget Down - They discuss a range of topics including farming through the generations, how faith intertwines with agriculture, the value of the YFC organisation and loneliness in agriculture.
BONUS EPISODE - Mark Gulley, Raw Materials Update
Published: 12 August 2026
Mark Gulley joins Karen and Will in this bonus episode for a raw material update. They discuss harvest yields, raw material availability and prices and unusual freight and distribution challenges alongside the growing concerns for forage stocks and supply.
The Bluetongue Outbreak - What You Need to Know
Published: 05 August 2026
CMC Talks - Bluetongue Outbreak - What you need to know?
In this episode of CMC Talks, Karen and guest host Matt Holmes are joined by Jonathan Hobbs, Veterinary Surgeon & Director of North Park Vets for an informative discussion on the bluetongue virus (BTV-3) outbreak.
They cover what bluetongue is, the outbreak timeline, symptoms, treatment options, vaccinations, breeding stock advice, reporting requirements and much more.
Sarah Kingdon and Ben Wonnacott - Inspiring the Next Generation
Published: 09 July 2026
CMC Talks Episode 25 – Inspiring the Next Generation
In this episode, Will and Karen are joined by their Crediton Milling colleagues - Sarah Kingdon and Ben Wonncott. They cover an array of topics from their journeys within the business to their reflections of the agricultural industry with a healthy dose of friendly banter, CMC insights and anecdotal tales.
Devonshire Dairy Farmer, Jon Cleave and Farm Vet, Josh Swain
Published: 03 June 2026
Episode 24 – Different Perspectives on Disease Prevention
Will and Karen are joined by Devonshire Dairy Farmer, Jon Cleave and Farm Vet, Josh Swain from Synergy Farm Health Vets. The pair share their fascinating insights from a recent AHDB study tour to Denmark highlighting the impressive success the country has made in eradicating diseases amongst their livestock. They discuss how we too could make strides in disease control and eradication in our UK herds.
We’re also joined by Mark Gulley with the latest RM update.
Disclaimer: RM information was correct at the time of recording ( 02/06/26 )
Mark and Emily Peters - The Udder Stuff & Graham Dodd - CMC Commercial Operations Manager
Published: 07 May 2026
This, That and the Udder Stuff!
We welcomed Mark and Emily Peters for Episode 23 where we discussed setting up and launching a new business with branding at the forefront of success.
We openly discussed families, farming and personality types and the challenges that come with all of these things! In the latest episode we enjoy honest discussion and a great many laughs!
Including an RM update from our very own Graham Dodd.
Disclaimer: RM information was correct at the time of recording (Wednesday 6th May 2026)
Phil & Jo Ayre - Black Dog Free Range Eggs & Sarah Cann - CMC Ruminant Specialist
Published: 10 April 2026
Episode 22: From Dairy to Dozens!
Will and Karen were kindly joined by dynamic and forward-thinking couple Phil and Jo Ayre where they discussed their transition out of dairy farming and the bold step (at the time) into free range egg production. We here about some of the challenges that face a new, growing business and the chance meetings along the way that can help to shape and build a business. Phil and Jo provide an honest account of the egg industry, marketing and branding and the importance of a strong, motivated family and team.
Including a Dairy Market update from our very own Ruminant Sales Specialist, Sarah Cann!
Will Retter - Fourth Generation Dairy Farmer & Will Tucker - Forage Specialist
Published: 03 March 2026
In this episode of CMC Talks, Karen and brilliant stand-in host Mark Tucker are joined by fourth generation dairy farmer Will Retter. Training as an accountant and then coming back to the family business about six years ago, Will talks about some of the changes the business has made to improve efficiencies and optimise cow performance.
The Retter family work very hard, and love to be busy, but appreciate the need for making the job as simple and enjoyable as possible.
We discuss the importance of putting ideas forward and trying them (and also admitting when perhaps your ideas don’t work sometimes!) and ensuring the business keeps moving forward for the future. An interesting discussion with a fun, family business where cows are at the forefront of everything!