Get To Know Us
A Diverse Professional Team
With a Passion for Agriculture
Since our inception in 2013, our team has steadily grown to encompass a diverse range of consultants specializing in various key areas such as technical dairy consultancy, compliance, environmental sustainability, and business strategy.
This collective expertise enables us to offer comprehensive solutions tailored to the specific needs of each client we serve. With our expanded team, we have extended our services beyond local boundaries, now catering to clients across Scotland and England, while also providing invaluable market insights to a wide spectrum of industry clients.
Meet The Team
David started Owen Farm Services in 2013. After growing up living and working on the family dairy farm, David studied Agriculture and Management at Aberdeen University before working in food production and agricultural consultancy. In 2013, David made the decision to start Owen Farm Services, to deliver practical advice to farms and make farm consultancy more dynamic and technology based.
As our Managing Director, David oversees the business and works to develop new services. David has a broad range of expertise across agriculture and primarily gives budget, business and technical advice to clients. He is passionate about the use of technology in agriculture and has been instrumental in developing software packages such as Agri Ignite and Safe Agriculture.
David is a keen curler and represented Team GB at the 2003 Winter Universiade in Tarvisio.
Ask David about: Dairy Farming, Innovation, Budget and Business Planning, Succession, Nutrient Management.
Laura is a seasoned agricultural consultant with a wealth of experience in optimizing farm operations and enhancing agricultural sustainability. Beginning her career in advanced animal breeding, she has since specialized in technical consultancy, providing expert guidance to dairy farmers across Scotland and Northern England. Her strategic insights and industry knowledge enable her to offer tailored solutions that drive productivity and profitability for farmers.
Laura's passion for sustainable agriculture drives her commitment to implementing best practices and innovative technologies. She excels in troubleshooting on farm and the practical implementation of solutions
Beyond her professional role, Laura enjoys staying engaged with agricultural communities, participating in industry conferences, and mentoring aspiring professionals and graduates. With young children, quality family time is incredibly important, and when time allows she loves reading a good book
Ask Laura about Dairy Nutrition, Milk contracts, Biodiversity and Sustainability, Business Plans and Farm budgets, Managing Bank relationships.
Natasha serves as our Agricultural Administrator, providing essential support in managing administrative tasks and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. Her meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills are instrumental in maintaining efficient workflows.
Natasha's passion for agriculture extends to her administrative role, where she actively contributes to project coordination, data management, and client communications. Her dedication to accuracy and reliability helps uphold our standards of excellence.
Outside of work, Natasha enjoys exploring new agricultural technologies, attending industry events, and volunteering in community initiatives that promote agricultural education and awareness.
Maggie joined Owen Farm Services in 2022. She comes from a project management background with experience from the Oil and Gas industry and is a graduate of Aberdeen University and Robert Gordon University.
Maggie is our Operations Manager and leads on delivering projects, marketing and is currently leading on a contract with Strathclyde University as a Digital Dairy Chain Innovation Broker.
She is a keen curler and is a two time Silver Medalist at the Scottish Women's Curling Championships.
Ask Maggie about: Digital Dairy Chain, Innovation, Grants, Project Management.
Eilidh joined Owen Farm Services in 2019. Having grown up on the family dairy farm, Eilidh studied Agriculture at SRUC.
Eilidh is an Agricultural Consultant and specialises in livestock compliance, ROMS mobility scoring, slurry and manure management plans, nutrient management and NVZ records, budget and business plans, grant applications, specialist advice funding and carbon audits.
Outside of work Eilidh enjoys horse riding.
Patricia joined Owen Farm Services in July 2023 having previously studied Agriculture at both SRUC Barony and Edinburgh.
Patricia is a trainee agricultural consultant and works closely with our senior consultants to gain valuable insights into agricultural management and crop optimization. Patricia can assist with IACS applications, livestock records, carbon audits and other specialist advice funding.
Outside of work, Patricia enjoys working with and showing her flock of Pedigree Suffolk Sheep.
Rachel is a Graduate Trainee Agricultural Consultant, bringing fresh insights and enthusiasm to our team. With a strong academic background in agricultural science, she is eager to apply her knowledge to practical consulting projects.
Rachel's expertise lies in sustainable farming practices, soil health, and crop management. Her analytical skills and innovative thinking make her a valuable asset in developing customized solutions for our clients.
In her role, Rachel assists with field research, data analysis, and client consultations, ensuring that every project benefits from her meticulous attention to detail and proactive approach. Her commitment to sustainability and agricultural advancement aligns perfectly with our mission.
Outside of work, Rachel has a passion for photography, often capturing the beauty of rural landscapes and farming activities.
As a software developer, Laudy plays a pivotal role in creating and maintaining the software tools essential for streamlining our team's operations. He collaborates closely with colleagues, understanding their unique needs and crafting tailored solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Laudy's passion for technology stems from its transformative potential in solving real-world challenges. Continuously seeking innovation, he strives to optimize our tools and workflows, ensuring top-notch service delivery to our valued clients.
Outside of work, Laudy enjoys playing guitar, exploring new technologies, listening to podcasts and cherishing quality moments with family.
Ask Laudy about: Software Development, Data Management, Technology