The Galbraith Perspective

This episode of The Galbraith Perspective podcast explores the realities, challenges and opportunities facing farmers across Scotland and the wider UK. Martin Rennie, Rural Director at Galbraith, is joined by SAYFC Chief Executive Penny Montgomerie, alongside members Ross Campbell and John McCulloch.The conversation covers key industry issues including volatile market conditions, rising costs and the importance of resilience within modern farming businesses. Galbraith is a long-standing supporter of SAYFC, and the panel discusses the exciting “Big Build” project, which will deliver a new state-of-the-art home for the organisation. The episode also highlights the value of leadership programmes and the Young Farmer of the Year competition, helping to develop skills, confidence and future industry leaders.Make sure to subscribe to The Galbraith Perspective so you never miss an episode, and follow Galbraith on social media to stay up to date with the latest news from across the Firm.Happy listening!

Jamie Currie, Estate Agent at Galbraith, sits down with photographer and videographer Daniel Gregory of Filmworx — one of a number that our Agency team works with to bring properties to life.Together, they explore the fine art of capturing a home before it hits the market, how property marketing has evolved over the years, and the growing role of AI in the industry. They also share some of their favourite properties they’ve collaborated on — and what made them stand out.Subscribe to The Galbraith Perspective so you never miss an episode.Happy listening!

Alistair Christie returns to host the latest episode of The Galbraith Perspective and is joined by Raymond Kennedy of United Auctions. The duo have an insightful conversation on the Scottish rural industry in 2026, Raymond's life as an Auchtioneer and the upcoming Stirling Bull Sales, which Galbraith is long-standing sponsors of. Also did you know that Raymond is a former World Champion piper? Subscribe to The Galbraith Perspective and follow us on social media @Galbraith Group! Happy listening!

Welcome to The Galbraith Perspective — the podcast where we explore the people, stories and ideas shaping our diverse industry.In this episode Alistair Christie and Calum Smith are joined by Ayrshire farmer, Jordan Hibberd. Learn about Jordan's day to day work as a farmer, his involvement in the South Annan Estate, Warrendale wagyu contracts, diversification and his somewhat unique former role as a Funeral Director. Make sure to subscribe to The Galbraith Podcast so you never miss an episode. Keep up to date with all our services on social media at Galbraith Group.Happy listening!

Live from the Galbraith stand at the Royal Highland Show, we sit down for a very special episode of Galbraith Podcasts.Firstly hear from our CEO Martin Cassels on what exciting things we have going on from the stand. Martin Rennie, Agricultural Consultant chats with President SAYFC National Chair, Jillian Kennedy on their exciting Big Build Project. Also popping by is Jenn Stewart of Johnston Carmichael and Farmer Andy Morris for some chat on the farming industry.Follow us at Galbraith Group so you can catch all our content from the 2025 Royal Highland Show!Happy listening!

We unite the podcasts as Hannah Lloyd from Women In Wellies joins Katie Marr and Rose Nash of the Galbraith Rural team for a brand new episode. We discuss Hannah's varied career which has taken her across Scotland. Two years ago Hannah started the Women In Wellies podcast, which is all about sharing stories, experiences and lessons from life in rural Scotland.The panel discuss the upcoming Royal Highland Show, which is only weeks away!Make sure to subscribe to Galbraith Podcasts so you never miss an episode. Follow us on social media at Galbraith Group.Happy listening!

Natural Capital and Carbon Leader for Galbraith, Eleanor Harris is joined by Edward Fletcher for a discussion on the woodland carbon code. - What is the woodland carbon code? - What things should clients think about when going through the process? - How is carbon sold? It's all part of another fantastic conversation at Galbraith Podcasts.Subscribe to Galbraith Podcasts so you never miss an episode and make sure to follow Galbraith across social media. Happy listening!

In this episode, we welcome back telecoms specialist Ian Thornton-Kemsley, alongside John Rodwell, Graduate Surveyor from the Galbraith Rural team, for an in-depth discussion on the Electronic Communications Code (ECC) and its evolving impact on the telecoms property market.They also discuss:The importance of understanding site valuation beyond headline figures.How tribunal decisions like Vash Farm, Yewfields, and Bank Hill have highlighted the need to adjust valuations for inflation and market evolution.The significance of non-code rights, especially regarding operators’ ability to share sites and the unresolved questions around how these should be valued.Subscribe to Galbraith Podcasts so you never miss an episode. Follow Galbraith on social media to hear from our industry experts across The Firm.

What do you get when you bring together a Lawyer, Accountant and Farmer/comedian? A Galbraith Rural Matters Podcast! The latest episode sees a bumper panel discuss succession plans for the farm. There's conversations on diversification and Jim questions Alix, a Partner for Turcan Connell, and Robert, a Partner for EQ Accountancy on tax as they delve into the recent UK Budget announcement. We also chat about Jim's work with RSABI as a mental health ambassador and much more. Make sure to give Galbraith a follow across social media @Galbraith Group and listen back to all previous episodes of Galbraith Podcasts! Happy listening!

In this episode, Eleanor Harris and Georgina Weston, dive into the process and challenges of developing natural capital projects. They discuss the essential components of such projects using an ESG (Environment, Social, Governance) framework, emphasising the importance of understanding the land, engaging stakeholders, establishing governance, and defining metrics. The panel explain how assessing constraints and opportunities on a site—like biodiversity or land use—forms the basis for project planning, which combines data-driven tools and hands-on local expertise. Happy listening!

Coming to you from the Stirling Agricultural Centre, Galbraith Podcasts sit down with Alistair Christie from the Galbraith Rural Team and Auctioneer Raymond Kennedy of United Auctions. They discuss the longstanding partnership between Galbraith and United Auctions, which is now over ten years old. They discuss the upcoming October Bull Sales and Raymond shares his background in growing up on the farm and pursuing a career in livestock auctions. Please note that there is some background noise featured in this episode. Make sure to follow Galbraith Podcasts so you never miss an episode as well as follow @GalbraithGroup across social media! Happy listening!

It's a Telecommunications special edition of Galbraith Podcasts as Ian Thornton Kemsley & Larry Irwin of the Energy team form the panel. The duo discuss their work at Galbraith, which leads onto conversation on the Electronic Communications Code (the Code). What is The Code? and what changes in recent years have meant for operators and landlords across the country. Make sure to subscribe to Galbraith Podcasts so you never miss an episode. Follow @GalbraithGroup on social media and keep up with all our news from across The Firm. Happy listening!

The latest edition of Galbraith Podcasts brings a sit down with Jamie Addison-Scott and Lucy Yates of the Galbraith Commercial team. The panel's discussion includes their very different routes into the industry, what advice they have for those starting out their career and what challenges exist in 2024! Make sure to subscribe to Galbraith Podcasts so you never miss an episode. Follow us on social media to keep up to date with all the news from The Firm. Happy listening!

Eleanor Harris returns to the podcast for a chat with Richard Higgins and Ian Hope. The panel discuss the busy project development taking place and what are some of the benefits for people investing. They look ahead to next week’s RHS and some of the conversations that will be had on the Galbraith stand. Follow Galbraith on social media so you're always up to date with our team across all the business streams. Happy listening!

Listen to another fantastic Rural Matters discussion as Galbraith Rural agents, Alistair Christie and Mike Halliday are joined by Carol McLaren, CEO of RSABI and Cammy Wilson, star of The Sheep Game and Fed By Farmers podcast. The panel discuss the challenges that are facing farmers and those in the agricultural industry in what has been a tough start to 2024. Carol is on hand to talk about the excellent support on offer through RSABI, whilst Cammy is able to share his experiences on the farm and why there is cause for hope as we move into the Summer months. Make sure to subscribe to Galbraith Podcasts for access to an archive of discussions from our experts and guests across our industry. Follow us on on social media @Galbraith Group so you're up to date with all our news! Happy listening!

On the latest episode of Galbraith Podcasts, Matt is joined by David Hurst and Tom Warde-Aldam of the Rural team and Paul Cherry. Paul is a farmer in North Hertfordshire and along with his family run the annual Groundswell event, which is our main topic of conversation. The panel dip into the origins of the event, which takes place on Wednesday 26th and Thursday 27th June. They also discuss regenerative farming and the SFI measures fitting in with farming policy. As always please subscribe so you never miss an episode. Follow Galbraith on social media @Galbraith Group so you can keep up with all our business streams across the Firm. Happy listening!

Property Matters returns with Hannah Christiansen and Hilary Murray of the Aberdeen team joining Matt for an insightful discussion about the North-East market. They discuss their experiences of working in the area, tips for sellers coming to the market and how recent trends have seen buyers coming from the South of England. There was also time to share some of their favourite properties now on the market with the team! Subscribe now so you never miss an episode and happy listening!

The Galbraith Podcasts Christmas Special is now here and it's a cracker. We sit down with Edinburgh Rugby stars, WP Nel and Patrick Harrison for a chat on the season so far and the upcoming 1872 Cup double-header with Glasgow Warriors. The duo discuss growing up in an agricultural and farming background with WP back in South Africa and Patrick closer to Murrayfield in West Linton With both planning to return to the farm in a life after rugby, Galbraith Agricultural Consultant, Martin Rennie lends his expertise to the conversation. And since it's Christmas, the panel discuss which famous Christmas film characters are most like their Edinburgh teammates (Marshall Sykes, are you listening?) Make sure to subscribe to Galbraith Podcasts so you never miss an episode and make sure to catch all our latest news on social media at Galbraith Group. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Matt is joined by Rachel Russell and Richard Higgins, Partners within the Galbraith Energy and Commercial divisions respectively for the first episode of Energy Matters. The duo discuss their careers in the industry, what the key topics of conversation are within their field and what the key 2023 takeaways have been as we head into the new year. Make sure to subscribe to Galbraith Podcasts so you never miss an episode. Happy listening!

On the latest episode of Galbraith Podcasts, Matt sits down with Head of Building Surveying at Galbraith, Peter Scott Aiton, Director John Pullen and Councillor, Angus MacDonald. Angus in an entrepreneur born and bred in the Scottish Highlands and has helped revive the Fort William High Street by overseeing the Highland Cinema project as well as taking ownership of the Highland Book Shop. Both Peter and John worked together to bring Angus's vision a reality and the trio discuss how the project developed from an idea he read on an airplane magazine! The conversation leads to Angus's passion to support growth in the Highlands, which has been his ancestral home for nearly 2,000 years. Make sure you subscribe to Galbraith Podcasts on Apple and Spotify so you never miss an episode! Follow Galbraith on social media so you can keep up with all the work from across the firm. Happy listening!

On the latest episode of Galbraith Podcasts, Susan Guthrie of the Residential Agency team joins Matt for a discussion on Lettings. Susan has nearly 20 years experience in Residential Sales & Lettings and is now an Associate in the Galbraith team heading the Lettings team in the Scottish Borders. She shares her top tips for those looking to put their property on the Lettings marketing and the main questions tenants are asking! Make sure to subscribe to our podcasts so you never miss an episode. Follow us on social media @Galbraith Group. Continue the conversation by reading our Matters Publications, which are on our website in the Publications & Podcasts section. Happy listening!

Matt and Eleanor return for the latest episode of Talking Natural Capital with special guest Nikki Yoxall. Nikki is a grazier in Aberdeenshire, an educator and academic. Her PhD research focuses on understanding the role of nature connection in the agroecological transition and her work with Pasture for Life supports research into 100% pasture fed ruminant systems. She runs Grampian Graziers with her husband, farming native breed cattle on other people’s land, using the cattle as ecological engineers to promote ecological functioning and biodiversity gains. Make sure to listen to all our previous episodes of Galbraith Podcasts on Apple or Spotify. Subscribe so you never miss an episode. Happy listening!

Galbraith Podcasts presents the first edition of Rural Matters as Matt is joined by Alice Wilson and Christina Smith of the Ayr team. The duo discuss their roles as Rural Surveyors with Galbraith, advice for those wanting to pursue the career, the state of the industry and how they balance their life away from the desk with sport and Young Farmers. Make sure to subscribe to Galbraith Podcasts so you never miss an episode. Follow Galbraith across social media @Galbraith Group and sign up to our Matters Publications so you can keep up to date with our industry experts across the firm. Happy listening!

On the latest edition of Talking Natural Capital, Matt and Eleanor are joined by Galbraith Foresters Alex Flynn and Rachael Urquhart to discuss deer management with Linzi Seivwright, founder of Caorann ecological management. Linzi specialises in providing upland ecological and deer management advice. The panel discuss peoples attitudes towards Deer and how they affect woodland and peatland projects. Make sure to subscribe to Galbraith Podcasts on Apple or Spotify so you never miss an episode. Galbraith provide regular discussions with key industry experts across a wide of topics. Follow us @ Galbraith Group across Facebook, X, Instagram, Linkedin and Tiktok to keep up with all the latest news from our industry experts. Happy listening!

On the first edition of Talking Building Consultancy, we speak to James Towers and Peter Scott Aiton of Galbraith. The duo discuss their careers as Building Surveyors and look back at some of their favourite projects they have worked on including the Highland Cinema and the Active Kids Adventure Park. Make sure to subscribe to Galbraith podcasts so you never miss an episode! Happy Listening!

On the latest episode of Talking Natural Capital, Matt and Eleanor sit down with Rev. Richard Frazer of Greyfriars Kirk in Edinburgh. The trio discuss the work Richard does with the Grassmarket project and the role the Church plays in protecting and natural resources. Make sure to hit that subscribe button so you never miss an episode and give Galbraith a follow on social media, we're on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn. Happy listening!

On the latest episode of Talking Natural Capital, Matt and Eleanor are joined by Kirsty Mackay of Highlands Rewilding. Kirsty discusses her work with the organisation, which seeks to scale nature recovery and community prosperity through rewilding.  Missed any of our previous episodes? Catch up at any point! If you have a question for our future panels then get in touch with Eleanor at [email protected]. Follow Galbraith on social media and most importantly happy listening!

Matt and Eleanor welcome Alex Flinn of the Galbraith Forestry team and Tim Oliver, Technical Manager at Nexgen Tree Shelters. The group quiz Tim about his work with Nexgen, the history of the organisation and how they became leaders in creating 100% biodegradable tree shelters made from British wool. Listeners can make contact with Tim and his team via https://nexgen-ts.com/ or across Social Media. As always make sure to subscribe to our podcast so you never miss an episode. Follow us on Social Media at Galbraith, we're on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Linkedin.  Happy listening!

On Episode 11 of Talking Natural Capital Matt, Eleanor and Martin Rennie are joined by Professor Mark Reed of SRUC. The panel discuss soils and carbon codes and how his work set minimum requirements for existing schemes. There's also time to discuss Mark's podcast - Fast Track Impact and how his work helps professionals. Makes sure to catch up on all previous episodes of Talking Natural Capital and hit that subscribe button so you never miss an episode. Follow Galbraith on Social Media. We're on Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin and Instagram and check out our latest Matters publications where you will read in depth articles from our agents across all business streams. Thank you and happy listening!

On episode 10 of Talking Natural Capital, Matt, Eleanor and Louise chat to Architect, Peter Smith. Peter helped design the COP26 House ahead of Glasgow 2021 and the panel explore what it has to do with natural capital. There's excellent discussions on Just Transition – tackling climate change in a way that also builds community wealth and improves people’s lives. The panel round off the show by discussing "how would I build my dream home? in our Ask Me Anything Segment! Make sure you never miss an episode of Talking Natural Capital by clicking the follow button on your chosen app. Make sure to follow Galbraith on social media @GalbraithGroup and get in touch if you have a question for our future panel. Enjoy!

Our latest episode sees Matt and Eleanor joined by Forester Louise Alexander and Scotland The Big Picture's Peter Cairns for an in-depth discussion on rewilding. Our special guest discusses his career as a wildlife photographer and videographer and speaks about the upcoming Scotland The Big Picture Rewilding Conference, which takes place in Perth on the 22nd of September.  Got a question for our panel? Get in touch now and be part of our Ask Me Anything Segment. Make sure to tell a friend about Talking Natural Capital and give us a follow on Social Media.  Happy listening!

It's a bumper line up for Episode 8 of Talking Natural Capital with Eleanor and the returning Martin Rennie being joined by Head of Rural at Galbraith, Ian Hope.  Firstly we find out a bit about Ian's role at Galbraith and he gives an insight into why it was key to bring Natural Capital to the Firm. Martin joins the trio midway through the show to discuss Regenerative Agriculture and what the British Countryside could look like in the next 15 years. There's a new segment to get listen out for as the group tackle a question for "Ask Me Anything". Got a question for the panel? Get in touch now! Remember you can catch up on all previous episodes of Talking Natural Capital! Happy listening!

On episode 7 Matt and Eleanor are joined by Farm Business Consultant for Galbraith, Martin Rennie.  Eleanor and Martin get into chatting about Farm Carbon Audits, what they are, how to get them and discuss farms going net zero. Got a question for the panel for future episodes? Make sure to get in touch with Eleanor or comment on our Social Media!

On the latest episode of Talking Natural Capital, Matt and Eleanor are joined by Galbraith CEO, Martin Cassels to discuss 30 Days Wild. For the month of June, Wild Life Trusts are asking people to join them in embracing the natural world around them.  The trio chat about some of the things Galbraith Agents are doing for the challenge and how you can get involved.  Make sure to catch up on all our previous episodes and get in touch with your questions to Eleanor. 

Matt and Eleanor are joined by some of the Galbraith Forestry Team to discuss the recent ICF Climate Smart Forestry Conference.

It's the first episode of 2022 and Matt and Eleanor are joined by Emily Stone, from Edinburgh Science. Firstly Eleanor looks back at the big talking points from 2021 and what the year ahead will bring.  The trio then chat about the partnership between Galbraith and Edinburgh Science and some of the exciting projects being undertaken. For more information on Edinburgh Science and their upcoming events visit www.sciencefestival.co.uk/ and across social media. Here at Galbraith we'd love to hear from you, the listeners! If you've got a Natural Capital themed question for Eleanor please get in touch!

It's the Talking Natural Capital 2021 Christmas Special as Emma Chalmers and Hugo Remnant of Galbraith join Matt and Eleanor for a seat around the virtual Natural Capital Christmas tree.  Each come bearing gifts that can be great for nature so grab a cuppa enjoy our Christmas Special! Follow Galbraith across Social Media: Twitter: @Galbraith_Group Instagram: @GalbraithGroup Facebook: Galbraith LinkedIn: Galbraith

On the latest edition of Talking Natural Capital, Matt and Eleanor chat with Senior Forester at Galbraith, Louise Alexander. The group discuss the effects of Storm Arwen, which devastated parts of the UK, and what it could mean for the Forestry industry. For more news and stories follow Galbraith across Social Media. The firm are on Facebook and LinkedIn as well as Twitter @Galbraith_Group and Instagram @GalbraithGroup. 

Welcome to a brand new podcast, Talking Natural Capital, hosted by Galbraith. On our Pilot episode we meet the Firm's Natural Capital & Carbon Leader, Dr Eleanor Harris. We find out about Eleanor's career so far and what aspirations she holds for Natural Capital within Galbraith and beyond. If you're unfamiliar with Galbraith be sure to find and follow us online. Social Media: Facebook: @GalbraithPropertyConsultancy  Twitter: @Galbraith_Group  Instagram: @GalbraithGroup  LinkedIn: @Galbraith Enjoy!