25/11/2011

A new report by UK scientists says that biomass, wood and crops, could be used to supply up to a fifth of global energy needs, without affecting food production. The UK Energy Research Centre and Imperial College London reviewed 90 studies worldwide. Brewing and distilling are worth £400 million to farmers who supply the raw materials: hops and barley. The National Farmers' Union is highlighting the importance of beer and pubs to the rural economy. And, continuing our celebration of the sheepdog, we meet the Huntaway; the rather noisy sheepdog from New Zealand which has gained something of a cult following among farmers here.

Presenter: Charlotte Smith
Producer: Sarah Swadling.