Episode 32: The Swallows Return

Chris Skinner and terrible terrier, Rat take refuge in the farm truck from Storm Kathleen and share the benefits of wind for farmers and for pollination. Chris explains the life of the ash trees and why they thrive in certain areas. Matthew Gudgin joins Chris at the yard and they delight at the arrival of swallows at the farm. The pair marvel at the tractor working in the field before talking crop circles on the outskirts of Notre Dame Wood. They take a look at the maturing British nati...

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Nature, wildlife and countryside living with Chris Skinner from High Ash Farm.Chris is a Norfolk farmer doing things differently; all of his practices are informed by his dedication to biodiversity and wildlife.Join Chris and broadcaster Matthew Gudgin every Sunday morning as they talk nature, wildlife and countryside living.Enjoy walks around High Ash Farm and further afield as the pair spot wildlife and answer your questions.New episode released every Sunday at 0700 GMTTo support and donate to the podcast: donorbox.org/countrysidepodcastFor updates, join the newsletter: soundyard.org/chris