Sheila Dillon explores how to grow the perfect rhubarb. Show more
The Food Programme
Rapeseed Oil
25 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FM
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Sheila Dillon explores the culinary uses of rapeseed oil. Show more
The Food Programme
Fine Dining Youngsters
25 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FM
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How do you introduce youngsters to the importance of good food? Sheila Dillon explores two schemes. One in the United States and the other in Scotland. Show more
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Fine Dining Youngsters: Celtic FC
25 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FM
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In the second of two programmes exploring ways of introducing children to fine food, Sheila Dillon visits the football club in Scotland that's scored a hit with its new eating plan. Show more
The Food Programme
Sicilian Oranges
25 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FM
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Sheila Dillon explores the tradition of orange growing in Sicily, and finds out why the unusual citrus varieties found close to Mount Etna could save a struggling industry. Show more
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Highland Food
25 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FM
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Sheila Dillon reports from the North Highlands on a food venture inspired by the Prince of Wales and his initiative to boost the economy of the region. Show more
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Goat Meat and Kid
25 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FM
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Sheila Dillon visits Chris and Sharon Peacock at their farm in Cockerham, Lancashire, where the couple are planning to expand their herd of 300 Boer goats. Show more
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The Science of Maturation
25 minutes
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Sheila Dillon finds out about the science of maturation and transformation in foods and drink. Andrew Jefford and Oz Clarke join the tasting of a beer of a unique vintage. Show more
The Food Programme
Takeaway Food
25 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FM
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How much pressure do the providers of fast food come under to choose a cheaper and easier route? Sheila Dillon visits some of the new takeaways and discusses the implications. Show more
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Brymore School of Rural Technology
25 minutes
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Sheila Dillon visits Brymore School of Rural Technology, a unique agricultural state boarding school. But is a farming education relevant in today's declining rural economy? Show more
The Food Programme
Food Fraud
30 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FM
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Sheila Dillion investigates the problem of food fraud and meets the scientists who are coming up with new ways of catching out the cheats. Show more
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Roots of Vegetarianism
25 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FM
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Simon Parkes explores Jainism, a religion and philosophy founded on non-violence and a strict vegetarian diet. Show more
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Premium Brands
30 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
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The food magazine investigates the premium brands of major retailers. What are the stories behind the labels on the shelves of every supermarket? Show more
The Food Programme
School Catering After Jamie Oliver
30 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
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Sheila Dillon finds out what has happened to school catering in the wake of Jamie Oliver's scathing criticism and acclaimed TV series. Show more
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Food for the 'Seventh Age'
30 minutes
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What should we eat as we get older? Senior citizens, nutritionists and decision-makers discuss the best diet for our later years. Show more
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The National Fruit Collections
30 minutes
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Sheila Dillon visits The National Fruit Collections in Brogdale, Kent, the largest collection of fruit trees in the world. Questions are being asked over the site's future. Show more
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Sustainable Fishing Policy
30 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FM
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Sheila Dillon investigates the pursuit of a sustainable fishing policy and examines its implications for fishermen, food processors and retailers. Show more
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Hand-Picked Scallops
30 minutes
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Sheila Dillon goes fishing with a diver who hand-picks scallops off the Devon coast. She asks what the Government should be considering for the Marine Bill. Show more
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BBC Food and Farming Awards 2023: First Course
29 minutesFirst broadcast:
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The winners of the BBC Food and Farming Awards 2023 are announced. Show more
The Food Programme
BBC Food and Farming Awards 2023: Second Course
28 minutesFirst broadcast:
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Sheila Dillon presents more winners from the BBC Food and Farming Awards 2023. Show more