About this episode

The episode discusses the thriving hyper-local milk market on Arran, featuring insights from farmers and food producers.

The episode features farmers, artisan food producers, and the distributers working to connect the two and create a thriving hyper-local milk market. We learn how collaboration and adding value is key to keeping dairy at the heart of the community. Milk production on Arran has a somewhat turbulent history, with external pressures such as pasteurisation legislation pushing the industry to the brink of collapse at the end of the twentieth century.   However, thanks to the determination and creativity of a small number of islanders, the last remaining dairy herd on Arran survives to this day, and the industry is going from strength to strength. Episode guests: Matthew Dobson Matthew Dobson is the Production Manager at  Arran Ice Cream . He has worked in the family business for over 13 years, during which time he has played a vital role in the growth and development of the brand. Having grown up on the island, Matthew is passionate about creating a high-quality product that really shows off the taste of Arran’s milk, supports local farmers, and creates memorable experiences for visitors and residents alike. Calum Chaplin…

People in this episode

Host: Wallace Currie

Guests: Matthew Dobson, Calum Chaplin, John Murchie

Topics covered

• agroecology
• dairy farming
• local food production
• community collaboration
• artisan food

Keywords

• Agroecology
• Dairy
• Arran
• Local Food
• Artisan Cheese
• Milk Production
• Community

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Arran Ice Cream, Arran Cheese Shop

Places: Arran, Blackwaterfoot

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