Agroecology around Arran - Arable Episode

Agroecology around Arran - Arable Episode

Published: June 26, 2026

Duration: 46:51

In this episode, we explore arable farming on Arran, tracing the journey of locally grown grain from field to fork and glass.

We begin at Bellevue Farm, where farmer Donald Currie grows malting barley on Arran’s fertile soils. From there, we follow the grain north to Lochranza Distillery, where Brand Ambassador Fred Baumgärtner explains how locally grown barley is transformed into the island’s world-renowned whisky. We finish our journey at Blackwater Bakehouse, where baker George Grassie shares his passion for artisan breadmaking, heritage grains, sustainability, health and nutrient-dense food.

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