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EPISODE · Sep 22, 2025 · 24 MIN

Thomas Gent on Regenerative Farming, Innovation & the Future of Agriculture

from Meet the Farmers · host Thomas Gent, Ben Eagle

In this episode, Ben Eagle visits Thomas Gent, a fourth-generation farmer from the Lincolnshire-Cambridgeshire border. Thomas, his father and grandfather have transitioned the family farm to regenerative agriculture methods since 2008. Thomas is also the founder of Gentle Farming. The conversation covers Thomas' personal journey into farming, the transition to regenerative practices, the role of innovation and technology, and his views on the future of agriculture in the UK.🎧 Subscribe to Meet the Farmers wherever you get your podcasts, and follow us on social media @RuralPodMedia for updates and behind-the-scenes content.If you like what we do you can also BUY US A COFFEE - https://buymeacoffee.com/meetthefarmers OR JOIN THE MEET THE FARMERS SUPPORTERS CLUB ON PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/meetthefarmersTo join our newsletter visit our website and complete the pop up form.  Meet the Farmers is produced by RuralPod Media, the only specialist rural podcast production agency. Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. About Ben and  RuralPod MediaBen Eagle is the founder and Head of Podcasts at RuralPod Media, a specialist rural podcast production agency. He is also a freelance rural affairs and agricultural journalist. You can find out more at ruralpodmedia.co.uk or benjamineagle.co.uk If you have a business interested in getting involved with podcasting check us out at RuralPod Media. We'd love to help you spread your message. Please subscribe to the show and leave us a review wherever you are listening. Follow us on social mediaInstagram @mtf_podcastTwitter @mtf_podcastWatch us on Youtube here

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In this episode of Meet the Farmers, Ben Eagle sits down with Thomas Gent, a fourth-generation farmer and founder of Gentle Farming, to discuss his journey into regenerative agriculture and the innovations shaping the future of farming. They dive into topics like soil health, natural capital, agri-tech, and the challenges and opportunities within the farming industry today.

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