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Jess Tilley-Moore: An ag degree doesn't make you a farmer

The modern world has started convincing people you need a degree before you’re allowed to start a career. That you need permission. That you need to study farming before you…

FARMLIFE FRAMED

Photo of the Week: Young photographer snaps perfect pose

This week's Photo of the Week brilliantly captures the moment this little calf licks its nose. It was taken by 13-year-old Bea Richards and sent in by her sister-in-law Amelie…

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Farm bluebell walk raises millions for charity

An East Sussex farming family’s one-off fundraiser has blossomed into one of the region’s most enduring rural charity events, now celebrating more than 50 years of success. What began in…

WILL'S WORLD

Will's World: Tears, tributes and a little music therapy

It’s nice to be back after a week off. It’s an unusual thing, writing a weekly column for the nation’s favourite farming publication, and people often ask me how I…

COMMUNITY

Perthshire farmer turns venison into 20,000 food bank meals

A Perthshire farmer has helped provide the equivalent of 20,000 meals to families in need by redistributing venison from responsibly managed wild deer to local food banks. In its first…

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Farmers take on 'mad' 900-mile route with vintage tractors

Three farmers are set to journey from John O’Groats to Land's End on a trio of less-than-trusty steeds. Lancashire natives Harry Shaw and Liam Cooper, along with Cumbrian James Rawsthorn,…

HEALTH AND WELLBEING

FCN helps raise bowel cancer awareness

A volunteer with rural charity the Farming Community Network (FCN) has spoken about the realities of caring for a loved one with cancer, as part of a new awareness campaign.…

YOUNG FARMERS

Jon Watt: Agriculture's role in economy is hugely undervalued

I was fortunate enough to rent a new piece of land last autumn. But before PX Farms breaks out in a cold sweat at a new barley baron setting up…

FARMLIFE FRAMED

Photo of the Week: Triplet calf surprise on Lincs farm

Lincolnshire farmers Matt and Susannah Boulton had an unexpected surprise during calving when one of their cows delivered rare triplet calves. The calves were delivered by caesarean section with the…

HEALTH AND WELLBEING

Tick risk warning for Easter farm visitors

Families visiting farms this Easter are being urged to follow hygiene advice and remain tick aware, as health officials warn of increased infection risks. Data from the UK Health Security…

COMMUNITY

Farmers plan Land's End to John O’Groats charity bike ride

Two Midlands farmers are preparing to cycle 1,000 miles from Land’s End to John O’Groats in May 2026 to raise funds for two charities. Turkey farmer Rod Adlington and arable…

COMMUNITY

Warning issued over lamb handling on farm visits

Public Health Wales has warned families visiting farms this spring to avoid handling lambs after hundreds of cryptosporidium cases were recorded last year, many involving young children. Figures from Public…

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Farm visits open children’s eyes to rural opportunities

Children from across the south of England are discovering farming and food production careers through hands-on visits at Goodwood Farm, as its Education Trust celebrates 50 years of outdoor learning.…

HEALTH AND WELLBEING

Farmstrong to launch mental health workshops in Scotland

A new series of mental wellbeing workshops designed specifically for farmers and crofters is being rolled out across Scotland, with organisers aiming to bring practical support directly into agricultural communities.…

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YOUNG FARMERS

Jess Tilley-Moore: An ag degree doesn't make you a farmer

The modern world has started convincing people you need a degree before you’re allowed to start a career. That you need permission. That you need to study farming before you…

YOUNG FARMERS

Jon Watt: Agriculture's role in economy is hugely undervalued

I was fortunate enough to rent a new piece of land last autumn. But before PX Farms breaks out in a cold sweat at a new barley baron setting up…

YOUNG FARMERS

Georgina Mitchell-Jones: YFCs are rural communities' backbone

As I sat through the speeches at the recent Lutterworth YFC annual dinner dance, before the wine and music carried the night off in its usual direction, I found myself…

YOUNG FARMERS

Alice Littlewood: Young adults need to know 'real food' facts

Walk around a supermarket and, chances are, you’ll see more plastic wrap than actual food in most people’s trolleys. Boxes and boxes of frozen, beige, processed foods, or plastic-wrapped strawberries…

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Will's World: Tears, tributes and a little music therapy

It’s nice to be back after a week off. It’s an unusual thing, writing a weekly column for the nation’s favourite farming publication, and people often ask me how I…

WILL'S WORLD

Will's World: Great things happen when women run with the ball

I’m always late to the party when it comes to celebration days and should really try harder to time my ramblings accordingly, but I’m a big fan of International Women’s…

WILL'S WORLD

Will's World: Rugby, banter and hedging: A farmer's fix

I’ve done a few things that have improved my mental wellbeing lately. Admittedly, the experts might not prescribe going to a rugby match with old Harper Adams friends, drinking way…

WILL'S WORLD

Will's World: Unions, reunions and casual sock-watching

I’m writing this in a trendy café at a bustling Birmingham New Street Station. I like Birmingham a lot. The people are warm and friendly (the lady behind the counter…

 
 
 

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HEALTH AND WELLBEING

FCN helps raise bowel cancer awareness

A volunteer with rural charity the Farming Community Network (FCN) has spoken about the realities of caring for a loved one with cancer, as part of a new awareness campaign.…

HEALTH AND WELLBEING

Tick risk warning for Easter farm visitors

Families visiting farms this Easter are being urged to follow hygiene advice and remain tick aware, as health officials warn of increased infection risks. Data from the UK Health Security…

HEALTH AND WELLBEING

Farmstrong to launch mental health workshops in Scotland

A new series of mental wellbeing workshops designed specifically for farmers and crofters is being rolled out across Scotland, with organisers aiming to bring practical support directly into agricultural communities.…

BRITAIN'S FITTEST FARMER

Britain’s Fittest Farmer 2026: Returnees chase title again

Entries are open for Britain’s Fittest Farmer 2026, with qualifying heats scheduled for June at the Lincolnshire Show and the Cereals event at Jeremy Clarkson’s Diddly Squat Farm. The annual…

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FARMLIFE FRAMED

Photo of the Week: Young photographer snaps perfect pose

This week's Photo of the Week brilliantly captures the moment this little calf licks its nose. It was taken by 13-year-old Bea Richards and sent in by her sister-in-law Amelie…

FARMLIFE FRAMED

Photo of the Week: Triplet calf surprise on Lincs farm

Lincolnshire farmers Matt and Susannah Boulton had an unexpected surprise during calving when one of their cows delivered rare triplet calves. The calves were delivered by caesarean section with the…

FARMLIFE FRAMED

Photo of the Week: Stunning shot captures newborn calf

This week’s Photo of the Week is an absolute stunner of a shot, sent in by Amy Cropper. It shows a freshly born Blackmount Luing calf on the privately owned…

FARMLIFE FRAMED

Photo of the Week: Spring smiles brighten March weather

After one of the wettest beginning to the year on record, the sun is beginning to break through in many places across the country. And what better way to tempt…

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