This Business of Horses

Episode summary introduction: In this episode we chat to Vicki Wentworth, CEO of Agria UK about her journey to Insurance and Agria UK, Agria’s very different stance on vet exclusions, other ways in which Agria is unique including being carbon positive, what Agria has been up to in their first twelve months, their support of leading research in to barefoot showjumping, what Vicki is most proud of so far, what is next and what she would say to anyone who thinks Insurance is ‘dull’... Topi...

Episode summary introduction: In this episode we chat to Julie-Anne Griffith, co-founder of Equi-Scotia CIC about her journey to Equine Facilitated Learning (EFL), who can benefit from EFL, how EFL differs from more ‘traditional’ activities with horses, the difference between learning and therapy with horses, how EFL can contribute to a horse’s quality of life, business models and EFL and the future plans for Equi-Scotia… Topics discussed in this episode: The journey to setting up...

Episode summary introduction: In this episode we chat to Eleni Randle, Founder of Eldnar Consultancy and its latest arm The Equestrian Planning Consultancy about all things planning, her journey so far, accolades and awards, buying land and how much to pay for a potential site, planning permissions and pitfalls, fees, refusals, appeals and everything in between. Oh, and we learn who Loopy is and the important role they played in shaping Eleni’s tenacity… Topics discussed in this episo...

Episode summary introduction: In this episode we chat to Professor Meriel Moore-Colyer, Professor of Equine Science at The Royal Agricultural University, Cirencester about how Haygain steamers came about, her involvement with their development, the challenges they faced, the research behind the product, how the perception and understanding of respiratory health has evolved, pet peeves around horse management and her 3 top tips for healthy horses. Oh, and her favourite tunes for lab work… &nbs...

Episode summary introduction: In this episode we chat to Tim Smalley, Managing Director at Bedmax about how Bedmax bedding came about on a farm overlooking Holy Island in Northumberland, the development of the brand and its unique features, UK raw materials, international markets, Royal warrants and being the first bedding business to gain the BETA NOPS for bedding accreditation. Oh, and pine resin and the future… Topics discussed in this episode: How and why it all started&nbs...