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Inside the biggest news stories impacting UK agriculture - with Johann Tasker from Farmers Weekly and Scottish farmer Sandy Kirkpatrick. Every Friday.
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Dog attacks on sheep, battle to win farm votes, Cereals event preview, early drilling conundrum, & malting barley prospects
In this episode, with an increase in dog attacks on livestock, we look at the options for farmers trying to combat a growing problem.Politicians are battling for farmers' votes in the run-up to next month's elections – so why aren't would-be MPs being clear about policies for agriculture?We preview this month's Cereals event – and look ahead to autumn crop establishment and the dilemma about early drillingAnd we discuss the prospects for the malting barley market alongside all the latest comm...
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Young farmer culture, muck and slurry legal case, livestock handling safety, & best tractor over 90 years
In this episode, we ask is there a problem with young farmer culture? The debate comes following Farmers Weekly's investigation into the experiences of young women of sexual assault at young farmers events.We look at why farmers could be faced with changes to the amount of muck and slurry they can spread in the autumn following a landmark legal case. We bring you the latest tips on handling livestock safely and efficiently. Of course, we’ve our regular market round...
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Lowdown on latest SFI offer, general election candidates target farmers, glyphosate and regenerative farming, Wildfarmed wheat, Green Farm Collective, & 10 years of Yellow Wellies
In this episode, we look at what the forthcoming General Election might mean for UK farmers – who is promising what and to whom.After Defra unveils its latest offer for the Sustainable Farming Incentive, we get the lowdown on the implications for your farm business.Glyphosate or ploughing – what is best for soil health? We find out at the Green Farm Collective Open Day.How the Wildfarmed flour brand is being stocked by more retailers – and why farmers are enjoying growing their wheat.We’ve ou...
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Farm to Fork Summit 2.0, Rishi Sunak's food security index, Is pig sector recovery all porky pies?, technology helps overcome challenging season, & charity sheep shearing
In this episode, we run the rule over Defra's new food security index – will it really mean a better deal for British farmers?We get the lowdown on Rishi Sunak's second Farm to Fork Summit – and ask whether the Prime Minister's garden party for food producers will achieve anything?Is it positive for pigs? An upbeat Pig and Poultry Fair suggests the sector is on the road to recovery. But is it enough to see off shadows on the horizon?How technology is helping to optimise farm margins in a chal...
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Defra pledges more support to secure farming future, Transition Live 2024, Cambridge University farm, fertiliser markets, environmental services, & circular dairy economy
In this episode, Defra secretary Steve Barclay promises more support for farmers following a challenging wet winter and spring.Mr Barclay made the pledge in a keynote speech at the Farmers Weekly Transition Live event in Cambridgeshire on Thursday, 9 May 2024.This episode of the Farmers Weeky Podcast was recorded on location at the event – held at Cambridge University's Park Farm, Madingley.More than 400 visitors attended Transition Live, aimed at helping secure a profitable and sustainable f...
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Farm safety concerns, AHDB levy board future, dairy prospects, market prices, & worm charming revival
In this episode, industry leaders voice concern after the Health and Safety Executive says it will no longer take a pro-active approach to farm safety.It's been a sticky few year's for farming’s levy board. So what's next?We meet Graham Wilkinson, the new chief executive at the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board.Milk prices keep climbing – but what about the different dairy sectors?We’ve our regular market roundup and a look at all the latest commoditiesAnd we find out how f...