The Farmers Weekly Podcast

In this episode, we profile new Defra secretary Ranil Jayawardena and examine the challenges faced by UK agriculture.We speak to Norfolk farmer Kit Papworth as he prepares to take on a new role as Red Tractor combinable crops and sugar beet sector chairman.As Prince William takes on the 52,000ha Duchy of Cornwall estate, we find out how you pass on £1bn of landed assets.And we meet the Scottish farmer who had a key role in the pomp and ceremony surrounding Queen Elizabeth's funeral.This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker and Surrey farmer Hugh Broom.

This special episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is dedicated in its entirety to the life of Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away on 8 September 2022.In a series of  specially recorded interviews for Farmers Weekly, farmers recall the times they met the Queen and her in-depth knowledge of agriculture.Farmers  reflect on the Queen's ability to put people at their ease, her enthusiasm for horses and livestock breeding – and love for the countryside.With contributions from Peter Kendall, Christine Tacon, Colin Rayner, Martin Kennedy and Mark Grigg – and thanks to the National Federation of Young Farmers Clubs.This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker and Surrey farmer Hugh Broom.

In this episode, Liz  Truss outlines her priorities for farmers as she seeks to become Conservative Party leader and the UK's next Prime Minister.A farm worker has an extremely lucky escape when his articulated trailer overturns – and so does the tractor pulling it.On the markets, we find out why there's a big surge in on-farm machinery sales.It's Love Lamb Week – we speak to the industry leaders about the challenges facing the sheep and beef sectors.And we join the crowds following the plumes of black smoke as they go tractor pulling in Lancashire.This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker and Surrey farmer Hugh Broom.

In this episode,  how a decision to shut down ammonia production will affect the market for UK fertiliser – and impact the livestock sector.How a new buying group – started by a Darlington livestock farmer – could help your business beat farm input inflation and raise money for charity.On the markets, we have a harvest round-up, including all the latest prices.We meet the Welsh farmer's wife who was lucky to escape with her life after being attacked by a freshly calved cow.And we find out how Norfolk farmers and conservationists are joining forces to benefit wildlife and the environment.This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker and Surrey farmer Hugh Broom.

In this episode, will the UK's next Prime Minister be good for farming?Conservative Party leadership candidate Rishi Sunak holds a live Q&A in person and online at the National Farmers Union headquarters at Stoneleigh.Farm leaders say the government must do more to ease the labour shortage and drought pressures on growers and livestock producers.We find out how the cost of living crisis could hit consumer spending on dairy – and we take a special look at the farmland market.We meet farmers leaders in Holland and Ireland who are locked in a battle with their governments over greenhouse gas emissions.And we speak to the author of a new book called The Great Plant-Based Con.This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker and Surrey farmer Hugh Broom, with additional reporting by FW news reporter Ed Henderson and FW editor Andrew Meredith.

As drought is declared across eastern, central and southern England, we assess the impact on the livestock and arable sectors.We look at the prospects for grazing, winter forage and animal health – and examine the best time to drill oilseed rape.And we speak to the onion grower who is giving away his crop after hot, dry weather meant it failed to meet storage specifications.On the markets, we've the latest ringside from Skipton Mart and we look at the market for low protein wheat and where to sell it.How bad will the New Zealand trade deal be for UK farmers. We speak to the experts who have been working it out.And we meet the farmers helping fire fighters put out field fires.This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker and Surrey farmer Hugh Broom with FW business editor Suzie Horne and FW arable correspondent Louise Impey.

In this episode, we examine why criminals are returning to the countryside – sparking a 40% increase in rural theft – and what farmers can do about it.Are you ready for Rishi? Or do you want Liz for leader – we ask growers and livestock producers  who should be the UK's next Prime Minister?On the markets... we head to one of the season's first sheep breeding sales at Thame.We hear from farmers and vets at the first ever national youngstock conference, held at Harper Adams University in Shropshire.And we meet the group of friends raising money for charity – by swimming the length of Lake Geneva in memory of a Norfolk farmer.You can sponsor Sam Steggles and his friends who are raising money for the Brian Cross Memorial Trust by clicking here.This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker and Surrey farmer Hugh Broom, with additional reporting by Andrew Meredith and Charlotte Cunningham.

 In this episode, lack of detail about government plans for agriculture  is denting farmer confidence to invest in their businesses.Defra farm minister Victoria Prentis says farmers must learn to live with uncertainty – despite calls for clarity on farm policy.We examine the  UK's first post-Brexit trade agreement – why isn't the Australia-UK trade deal being scrutinised by parliamentary debate?We've all the latest commodity prices – and find out why so many  cereal growers missed out on cashing in at the top of the market.We visit the vintage farm machinery auction and get ringside where a classic County tractor sells for a whopping £150,000.And we harvest wheat with a hedge-trimmer on a London allotment.This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker and Surrey farmer Hugh Broom, with additional reporting by Andrew Meredith and Ed Henderson.

In this episode, the hottest harvest ever – how was it for you? We have a full report, including field fires, overheating grain and an interview with the farmer where the UK temperature reached a record-breaking 40.3 degrees.As MPs launch an inquiry into the government's Environmental Land Management scheme  (ELM) for England, we ask: is it delivering for farmers?On the markets, we've all the latest commodity values. And a special look at straw. With fertiliser prices so  high, should you chop or bale this summer?Dairy cows – are we breeding them too big? Why smaller cows could be more efficient.And we pay a special visit to the Royal Welsh Show.This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker and FW acting deputy livestock editor Charlotte Cunningham.Additional reporting by Farmers Weekly livestock editor Rhian Price.

In this episode, with the UK heatwave set to see temperatures climb towards a record-breaking 40ºC, we ask could it simply become too hot to harvest?As the latest farm fatality figures are released, we look ahead to Farm Safety Week – and the 10th anniversary of the Farm Safety Foundation.On the markets, we examine why commodity prices have eased so much in the past month.Farming – it's a stressful job often involving long hours often working alone. So are we doing enough to look after our mental health?And we join the crowds and the livestock classes – at the Great Yorkshire Show.This episode is co-hosted by Johann Tasker and Surrey Farmer Hugh Broom with Farmers Weekly senior livestock reporter Michael Priestley.