RRC Podcast Ep. 17 - From Scotland to Zimbabwe to Alberta: Nuffield Scholar Claire Taylor Shares Agricultural Journey

02/12/2025 28 min
RRC Podcast Ep. 17 - From Scotland to Zimbabwe to Alberta: Nuffield Scholar Claire Taylor Shares Agricultural Journey

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In this episode of the Rural Roots Canada Podcast, Craig Lester sits down with fellow 2023 Nuffield Scholar Claire Taylor, a Scottish agricultural journalist now based in Australia. Fresh off a global Nuffield journey that took her to 16 countries, Claire shares her insights on agricultural policy, food security, curiosity-driven learning, and why the pressures facing farmers today demand better leadership, stronger mental health support, and more global connection. The pair reflect on their first meetings at the Nuffield Contemporary Scholars Conference, overcoming imposter syndrome, learning from farmers around the world, and the value of listening deeply. Claire also shares the origin story of Unstoppable World, her new global initiative focused on mental wellness, leadership, and immersive international learning experiences. It's a rich, candid conversation about resilience, perspective, and the shared challenges that connect agriculture across continents.