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- Dec 22, 202447 min
Episode 68: A Daytime Safari
Chris Skinner and Matthew Gudgin begin the episode by greeting a flock of woodpigeon in the Oat Field. They dwell on fluctuations of biodiversity in the UK in response to species being introduced to this country. The pair manage to disturb a flock of redwings before observing the still fog down by the woodland to look for female winter moths. Chris explains the short life span of these females and how they attract males before climbing up to the top of tree to the buds. In listener questio...
- Dec 15, 202435 min
Episode 67: Yellow Brain
Chris Skinner and Matthew Gudgin assess the damage after Storm Darragh. They look at the impact of microscopic spores that have attacked the heart wood of a tree. Chris takes Matthew to Foxes Grove and tells the story and impact of ash dieback at High Ash Farm. He describes what infected trees look like in comparison to healthy trees. The pair come across an unusual jelly fungus which adds bright colour to this wintery grey season. Chris and Matthew wind down the window and watch the gro...
- Dec 8, 202436 min
Episode 66: Butterfly Bridge
Chris Skinner and Matthew Gudgin head to the woods with a spade to take a look under the soil to understand how the bulbs prepare for spring. They visit the butterflies taking refuge underneath a old rickety bridge at High Ash Farm through the winter. Chris explains the importance of flowing water when it comes to survival over the winter months. Back on dry land the pair answer listener questions. Click here to download the MP3 file of this episode. Chris Skinner's Countryside Podca...
- Dec 1, 202434 min
Episode 65: Duke and Horace
Chris Skinner introduces Matthew Gudgin to his favourite bird at High Ash Farm. It's a game bird with a strong connections in history and a recipe in Mrs Beeton's cookery book. The pair pause for a moment at an oak tree that fell victim to Storm Bert and observe the honey fungus growing under the bark. Chris and Matthew get caught in the latest stormy weather and repair to the farm truck to answer listener questions and photographs. Click here to download the MP3 file of this episode...
- Nov 24, 202446 min
Episode 64: Communal Roosting
Chris Skinner begins the episode at dusk and captures the noisiness of the jackdaws, rooks and carrion crows circling the woodland before roosting. In the morning, Rat is up to his usual mayhem and keen to steal the show. Chris takes Matthew Gudgin to the overwinter wild bird seed mix experiment site that we visited a couple of weeks ago and the results are in! The pair traipse to a bird hide on the farm and enjoy a cocktail of birds visiting the feeders. They retreat to the farm truck and re...
- Nov 17, 202435 min
Episode 63: Woodpigeon And Stock Doves
Chris Skinner and Matthew Gudgin accidentally disturb birds feeding in a field with overwinter wild bird seed mix. He describes the various differences between the birds that feed there, in particular their beak shapes. The pair observe the feeding logistics of a flock of starlings in a field prepped recently by the sheep. Chris and Matthew stand at the edge of the badger set under the canopy of corsican pine trees which are utilised well by the buzzards. Chris describes his failed attempt ...
- Nov 10, 202449 min
Episode 62: A Dank Day
Matthew Gudgin returns to High Ash Farm welcomed by Chris Skinner who points out the latest growth on nearby yews and the birds benefiting nearby. After a short drive the pair step back in time a couple of years and see the effects of drought on trees. They then fast forward two years and witness the beginnings of future foxgloves. It's a dank day but Chris shows off the fact that flowers can still emerge at this time of year and are important for winter moths needing nectar at dusk. He al...
- Nov 3, 202447 min
Episode 61: Like Father, Like Daughter
In the absence of a busy Matthew Gudgin Chris Skinner has a special co-host for the podcast this week. Chris and his daughter, Kate Blincoe give an insight into what life was like growing up on High Ash Farm. They describe how connections to the land can come at cost to family life. The pair then treat us to an evening on the farm for a nocturnal safari. Chris explains the nighttime activity of the mammals who are busy darting around the field in response to their presence. We learn that ...
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About Chris Skinner's Countryside Podcast
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
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