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The Farmers Guardian podcast brings you real farmer stories, the latest news and discussion about all the issues affecting the farming community. Listen on the go as the Farmers Guardian team talk through the latest issues across the dairy, livestock and arable sectors affecting your farming business, featuring special guests who share their personal experiences.

  1. Inside Hexham Auction Mart with Drew Patrick and Harrison Collingwood | For Flock's Sake Ep2

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    Inside Hexham Auction Mart with Drew Patrick and Harrison Collingwood | For Flock's Sake Ep2

    Livestock auction marts are a vital cog in keeping the rural community turning, with around 130 active auction marts scattered across the UK. Nowhere is this more evident than in Northumberland, the least densely populated county in England.   In this episode of For Flock’s Sake, the Farmers Guardian podcast championing young voices in farming, hosts Ellie Layton and Tom Ryder sit down with auctioneers Drew Patrick and Harrison Collingwood from Hexham and Northern Marts in Northumberland.    From breaking into the auctioneering world to building trust and transparency in the ring, Drew and Harrison share their journeys and insights into the job and discuss how marts are evolving, reinvesting, diversifying, and adapting to secure their future, much like the farming businesses they serve.  Got a question, topic or guest suggestion? Get in touch at fgsocials@agriconnect.com  Message us

    1h 7m

  2. MAY 1

    Regen learnings from Duchy of Cornwall 'Focus Farmers' | The Farmers Guardian arable special

    Join us for our second arable special where Farmers Guardian head of arable, Ash Ellwood, visits Duchy of Cornwall's Focus Farmers, Heather and Paul Gorringe. Together, they explore the Gorringes' journey from a conventionally plough-based system to a biologically focused, regenerative system - and lessons they are learning along the way through the Focus Farmer programme.   The Duchy of Cornwall’s regenerative ambitions are brought to life through its seven ‘Focus Farms’, each representing a different landscape and farming system across the estate. The initiative is designed to fast-track progress towards net zero while building a more nature-rich farming future, by trialling innovative practices and technologies.   At Lower Blakemere Farm, the Gorringes are putting these ideas into action - experimenting with biological inputs, composting systems, nutrient-rich brews, and adapting small-scale regenerative principles for large-scale arable production.   From Stabiliser cattle and mini trucks to bokashi composting, this episode is packed with practical insights and ideas for every kind of farmer.   Find out more: https://www.lowerblakemerefarm.co.uk https://www.ukminitrucks.co.uk https://www.wigglywigglers.co.uk Message us

    50 min

  3. APR 27

    The wool industries fascinating farm to fabric journey

    In this week's Farmers Guardian podcast, we take a look at the wool industry, touching on its diversity and the problems faced within the industry. We are joined with Harriet Fletcher Gilhuys, textiles researcher at Fashion Roundtable who will talk about the Great British Wool Revival and its support for the farm to fabric journey.   Message us

    31 min

  4. APR 20

    Are UK farmers ready to hold protests?

    War in the Middle East is placing a heavy toll on UK farmers. Coverage in Farmers Guardian in recent weeks has revealed the extent and impact of skyrocketing prices to red diesel, heating oil and fertiliser since the Middle East crisis escalated on February 28. The crisis has placed an additional £25,000 on fuel bills for some farm businesses, and others have claimed the UK is lurching into a food security crisis if the Government does not act immediately to support domestic food production. In response to claims that the UK Government is preparing a ‘worst case scenario’ for the possibility of food shortages, Business and Trade Secretary Peter Kyle said it is ‘not a concern’ for the UK economy at present. But if war in Iran continues beyond the summer, it could place even greater pressure on planting decisions, affordability and the availability of resources. Is the UK really prepared for food shortages? Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said de-escalating the crisis and reopening the Strait of Hormuz is the only way to stop the price volatility experienced by farmers. But as each day passes, and with no signs of a peace deal in sight, the question is how long can farmers withstand pressures on their businesses? And is protesting an appropriate form of action?   Farmers For Action co-ordinator William Taylor joins us on the podcast to discuss the impact of the war on UK food producers, the impact of Inheritance Tax on farm profitability, if UK farmers will hold protests, the influence of the fuel strikes of 2000, and the importance of UK Government passing a Farm Welfare Bill to bring about fairness in the food supply chain. Message us

    32 min

  5. APR 13

    Disruption from weight loss jabs and AI are opportunities for food and farming sector

    In partnership with the Cultivate ‘Leading Through Change’ Conference, Farmers Guardian editorial director Olivia Midgley speaks to chair of Noble Foods, Sarah Dean and fifth generation cider-maker Eleanor Thatcher of Thatchers Cider, about what good leadership looks like in family businesses, the opportunities and threats on the horizon and why weight loss jabs and artificial intelligence should be embraced in food and farming.  We also catch up with Andy Venable, CEO and founder of Hillsgreen, who started the Cultivate conference back in 2020 Message us

    37 min

  6. APR 9

    The Government cannot kick farmers when we are down!

    As the first farmer to appear on The Great British Bake Off, Mike Greenwood-Wilkins managed to bring farming to the masses. In this special, Mike talks about his family arable farm and getting funding for a new farm shop which will be his legacy, Government support - or lack of - and, of course, shouting about farming on the nation’s favourite baking programme. Message us

    47 min
  7. Can young farmers trust the Conservatives? | For Flock’s Sake Ep. 1

    APR 7

    Can young farmers trust the Conservatives? | For Flock’s Sake Ep. 1

    For Flock’s Sake is Farmers Guardian’s new podcast series giving young farmers a voice on the issues shaping the future of British agriculture. Hosted by Farmers Guardian’s Ellie Layton and Tom Ryder, both young farmers themselves, the podcast explores the challenges, opportunities and realities facing the next generation, from policy and funding to food production and rural life. In this first episode, Ellie and Tom are joined by Shadow Defra Secretary Victoria Atkins to discuss Inheritance Tax, the future of farm support, animal welfare and whether the Conservatives can win back farmers ahead of the next election. Got a question, topic or guest suggestion? Get in touch at podcasts@agriconnect.com Chapters:  Welcome to "For Flock's Sake": The Young Farmer Podcast Launch (00:44) Introducing Shadow DEFRA Secretary Victoria Atkins: Personal Journey and DEFRA Ambition (01:24) The Capital Challenge for Young Farmers: A Stark Reality (05:22) Conservative Farming Policy: Axing Taxes, Reviewing Quangos & 'Made in UK' Standards (06:39) Critique of Current Government: The Failure to Listen to Farming Communities (10:13) The Impact of Inheritance Tax & Encouraging Succession Planning (12:48) Conservative Response to Political Opponents & Policy Depth (16:28) Commitment to Rural Communities & Reflecting on 14 Years in Power (20:37) Brexit's Legacy and Future EU Trade Relations for Agriculture (22:52) Animal Welfare Debates: Tail Docking, Bovine TB & Practical Farming Realities (26:24) The Vital Role of Young Farmers' Clubs & Restoring Funding (31:09) Addressing DEFRA's Disconnect: Staffing and Environment Agency Reform (36:09) Food Security as National Priority: Subsidies and Sustainable Production (40:47) Axing the Family Farm Tax: Conservative Pledges and Process (44:48) Engaging the Next Generation in Politics & Victoria Atkins' Enduring Commitment (47:19) Message us

    56 min

  8. MAR 30

    How is the Middle-East crisis impacting agriculture?

    With oil prices rising in response to US action in Iran, analyst Rupert Somerscales speaks to the Farmers Guardian team about the relationship with wheat and oilseed prices, and what the geopolitical situation means for agriculture, and farmers' grain marketing plans. Message us

    29 min
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The Farmers Guardian podcast brings you real farmer stories, the latest news and discussion about all the issues affecting the farming community. Listen on the go as the Farmers Guardian team talk through the latest issues across the dairy, livestock and arable sectors affecting your farming business, featuring special guests who share their personal experiences.

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  • Creator
    Farmers Guardian
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    365
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    © 2026 Farmers Guardian Limited
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    The Farmers Guardian Podcast

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