Farmers Weekly Podcast Ep 204: Industry leaders voice HSE concerns
© Tim Scrivener In this episode, industry leaders voice concern after the Health and Safety Executive says it will no longer take a pro-active approach to farm safety.
It’s been a sticky few year’s for farming’s levy board. So what’s next?
We meet Graham Wilkinson, the new chief executive at the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board.
See more: HSE under fire over decision to stop farm inspections
Milk prices keep climbing – but what about the different dairy sectors?
We’ve our regular market roundup and a look at all the latest commodities.
And we find out how farmers are encouraging a worm charming revival.
This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker and Sandy Kirkpatrick, with additional reporting by Charlie Reeve.
You can contact the Farmers Weekly Podcast by emailing podcast@fwi.co.uk. In the UK, you can also text the word FARM followed by your message to 88 44 0.
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