FW to lead with farmer‑driven debate at Cereals

Farmers Weekly is taking to the stage at Cereals on 10-11 June 2026 with sessions across the two days covering policy, agronomy, innovation, supply chains and the changing fortunes of UK farming.

Highlights include a live FW Question Time-style debate focusing on the future for farming, farm policy, funding and government, where the audience drives the agenda.

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Delegates can expect practical take-home insights and networking opportunities: 

• Agronomy: supply chain engagement A session exploring why seed and input supply chains must engage earlier and more effectively to meet future market and policy demands, and how gaps between farmers, processors and policymakers can be closed.
• Women in Agriculture Lunch and a panel session will celebrate the role, leadership and influence of women across the farming sector. 
• Farmers Weekly Podcast Live The FW team brings our award-winning podcast to the stage for a live conversation on the biggest issues affecting UK agriculture.
• Agronomy: building a stable malting barley supply chain A whole chain discussion with growers, agronomists, maltsters and brewers on managing volatility, improving resilience and ensuring quality from field to pint. 
• Tech insight panel quiz A lively, practical science-meets-farming session exploring Bofin-led research into slugs, precision-bred crops and farmer-led innovation. Hear from leading scientists and industry experts from Harper Adams, UK AgriTech Centre, John Innes Centre and Rothamsted Research.
• Networking sessions Opportunities to discuss the day with fellow delegates include the Transition Breakfast and Transition networking events.

Britain’s Fittest Farmer at Cereals

Qualifying rounds kick off at Cereals where, alongside the usual four categories – men under-40, women under-40, men over-40 and women over-40 – you can also enter as a team this year, bringing a new dynamic competition element.

Now in its ninth year, the ultimate fitness challenge in agriculture inspires farmers, as well as those in the wider supply chain, to prioritise physical and mental wellbeing through competitive events and community support.

Only the best will make it through, with the top performers earning their place in the grand final this September.

Find out more about Britain’s Fittest Farmer

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