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Will's World: Searching for signs of spring on farm

I’m reading The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe with my youngest daughter, and I’m beginning to suspect that the evil White Witch who magically condemns the kingdom of Narnia…

HEALTH AND WELLBEING

Farm Doctor: How to spot signs of poor mental health

In February, Farmers Weekly's Farm Doctor Camilla Baker shared her advice on maintaining good mental health while farming. This month, she takes that further, explaining how to spot if a friend…

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New farmer photography exhibition opens in Surrey

A farming photography exhibition is set to open in Surrey, providing a window into life on a local farm.  Called "Down on the Farm", the images, taken by photographer Siân…

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Chris Bennett: No succession planning risks business future

You may have heard the saying "Live like you’ll die tomorrow, but farm like you’ll live forever". When it comes to succession planning, however, too many of us are acting…

FARMLIFE FRAMED

Photo of the Week: World Book Day attracts Kaleb tributes

This week, we've been sharing your fantastic World Book Day outfits, with many taking the opportunity to dress up as their favourite farming characters. It's been wonderful to see youngsters…

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International Women's Day: Celebrating female farming leaders

To celebrate International Women’s Day 2024 on Friday (8 March), we’re shining a spotlight on farming women and female leaders within agriculture, from all corners of the UK. See also: Britain's…

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Lucy Nott: Bring on the female combine drivers

“If you can't see it, you can't be it.” Theatre director Marianne Elliot is right – which is why campaigns like Farmers Weekly’s Level the Field are so important. The more…

DAIRY

How joint venture helped young couple farm in own right

Two seasons of collaboration with a neighbour gave Rhodri and Siwan Jones the confidence and cash to start dairying on their own. Rhodri trained as a solicitor and met Siwan,…

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Chris Bennett: No succession planning risks business future

You may have heard the saying "Live like you’ll die tomorrow, but farm like you’ll live forever". When it comes to succession planning, however, too many of us are acting…

YOUNG FARMERS

Hannah Reddaway: Career pivot to farming 'deeply fulfilling'

I made a seemingly unconventional career pivot from the world of structural engineering back to farming two and a half years ago – a decision I wouldn't trade for anything.…

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Will's World: Searching for signs of spring on farm

I’m reading The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe with my youngest daughter, and I’m beginning to suspect that the evil White Witch who magically condemns the kingdom of Narnia…

WILL'S WORLD

Will's World: Is common sense as lost as golden age of trains?

I’m a big fan of trains. Not quite in the bobble-hat, Thermos flask and camera class of middle-aged men who enjoy standing on platforms and getting animated over a fleeting…

WILL'S WORLD

Will's World: The art of farming (and living) sustainably

I was recently asked what single piece of advice I’d give to my younger self. Not having particularly considered this question before, I was rather stumped for a minute or…

WILL'S WORLD

Will's World: Shorter summer will hurt Welsh rural families

You’re eight years old. Your parents rushed around this morning to get everything done on the farm, then the whole family jumped in the car and sped off down the…

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Farm Doctor: How to spot signs of poor mental health

In February, Farmers Weekly's Farm Doctor Camilla Baker shared her advice on maintaining good mental health while farming. This month, she takes that further, explaining how to spot if a friend…

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Opinion: Simple self-help tools can be useful to farmers

An Irish podcaster known as “Blindboy”, famous for wearing a mask fashioned out of a shopping bag, may have one of the best tools for mental health. He highlights the…

COMMUNITY

Britain's Fittest Farmer: Meet the women returning in 2024

Entries are rolling in for this year’s Britain’s Fittest Farmer (BFF) competition, with farmers from across the country signing up to take part in our three qualifier heats throughout the…

HEALTH AND WELLBEING

Farm Doctor: Tips on managing mental health for farmers

The Farm Safety Foundation launched its seventh annual Mind Your Head campaign this week (12-16 February).  The project seeks to raise awareness of mental health in the farming industry, and…

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Photo of the Week: Red nosed lamb frolics around

The lamb pictured here appears to have got into the charity sprit as it frolicked around wearing a red nose for Red Nose Day. The picture was sent by Nicky,…

FARMLIFE FRAMED

Photo of the Week: World Book Day attracts Kaleb tributes

This week, we've been sharing your fantastic World Book Day outfits, with many taking the opportunity to dress up as their favourite farming characters. It's been wonderful to see youngsters…

FARMLIFE FRAMED

Photo of the Week: Newborn lamb comforts boy with broken leg

A newborn lamb has been a comfort to young Ned, pictured, after he broke his leg. After breaking his femur two weeks ago while on holiday, his Pedigree Blue Faced…

FARMLIFE FRAMED

Photo of the Week: Cows caught on slopes with Farmers Weekly

It's that time of year again where our readers share their ski trip photos with us, and we're pleased to see some of you are keeping a farming theme while…