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64. Cuckoos on Dartmoor – and why it's possible to farm with wildlife and make money

Jul 7, 2020
Guest
Tim Martin
Former BBC producer Tim Martin of Farm Wilder shares how farmers in Dartmoor are successfully reintroducing wildlife like cuckoos and rare butterflies through sustainable farming practices. Discussion includes the importance of biodiversity, challenges in transitioning to nature-friendly farming, nutrition benefits of pasture-fed animals, and the need for environmentally friendly food options.
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1
Intro
00:00 • 2min
2
Diverse Plant Species and Wildlife in a Dartmoor Pasture
01:49 • 6min
3
Sustainable Farming and Wildlife Conservation
08:01 • 6min
4
Livestock Biodiversity and Cuckoo Behavior
14:13 • 13min
5
Sustainable Farming for Wildlife Conservation
27:14 • 11min
6
Exploring Nutrition Benefits and Environment Impact of Nature-Focused Farming
38:11 • 14min
7
Debating the History and Future of Trees on Dartmoor
52:30 • 1min
8
Expanding Farm Wilder's Reach and Product Line
54:00 • 2min