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Farming Today

BBC Radio 4
Climate Change
Renewable Energy
Dairy Farming
Rural Crime
Food Security
Sustainable Farming Scheme
Organic Farming
Farming
River Wye
Tenant Farmers
Cost Of Living Crisis
Robotic Technology
Solar Farms
Muller
Moorland Learning
Rural Housing
Rural Health Services
Welsh Healthcare
Bat Willow Production
Seasonal Workers Visa

The latest news about food, farming and the countryside

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A new report says that the presence of microplastics in seafood has been overstated by the media. The paper, by researchers at Heriot-Watt University, says although media reports tended to concentrate on seafood contamination, the levels of microplas... more

England's current approach to planning for floods is "underpowered and fragmented". That's according to a report from MPs which is published today. The Environmental Audit Committee says the Government should set up a single joint flood reporting and... more

We report on the increasing amounts of waste dumped in the countryside and how to tackle it.

As party conference season continues, we're hearing from most of the major parties on their farming and rural policies. Agricultural policy is devolved and ... more

As President Trump plans to bail out soyabean farmers and China goes to South America for supplies, how will UK animal feed be affected by the turmoil? How should insects be farmed? Is their welfare important? We hear from a professor of animal senti... more

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Recent Guests

Rich Daniel
BBC reporter discussing waste dumping incidents.
BBC
Episode: 10/10/25: Illegal waste dumping in the countryside, Plaid Cymru, HS2 compulsory purchases
Ann Davies
Rural affairs spokesperson for Plaid Cymru.
Plaid Cymru
Episode: 10/10/25: Illegal waste dumping in the countryside, Plaid Cymru, HS2 compulsory purchases
Kath Crowther
Regional director of the CLA.
CLA
Episode: 10/10/25: Illegal waste dumping in the countryside, Plaid Cymru, HS2 compulsory purchases
Tanya Wyatt
Lead researcher on crimes that affect the environment for the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime and a former professor of criminology at Northumbria University.
United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
Episode: 10/10/25: Illegal waste dumping in the countryside, Plaid Cymru, HS2 compulsory purchases
David Lum
Reporter covering the HS2 story.
Episode: 10/10/25: Illegal waste dumping in the countryside, Plaid Cymru, HS2 compulsory purchases
Tom Streeter
Farmer whose land has been impacted by illegal waste dumping.
Episode: 10/10/25: Illegal waste dumping in the countryside, Plaid Cymru, HS2 compulsory purchases
Stephen Messenger
BBC Wales Environment Correspondent
BBC Wales
Episode: 08/10/25: Rive Wye, rural crime, new nature reserve
Dominic Spracklin
Environmental Scientist at University of Leeds
University of Leeds
Episode: 08/10/25: Rive Wye, rural crime, new nature reserve
Tony Juniper
Chairman at Natural England
Natural England
Episode: 08/10/25: Rive Wye, rural crime, new nature reserve

Hosts

Charlotte Smith
Host of Farming Today
Anna Hill
Producer with the podcast
Caz Graham
Host of Farming Today

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 511 ratings
  • Left leaning and urbanised views

    Still a very left leaning and urban view of the countryside. Typical of the BBC sadly. Doesn’t want to truly understand that the countryside is a working place not an urban playground and won’t talk about the issues the BBC feel are inappropriate

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Billy the Kid!
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Great podcast

    Great podcast, but not always uploaded everyday. The last show was 6 days ago. Please can we get back to daily uploads. And no I don’t want the bbc sounds app

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    AdamjBrad
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Great mix of topics

    Don’t listen to the vocal whingers and culture warriors who moan about political bias and compare Farming Today to Countryfile. This is a great little podcast with an interesting range of issues on land use/management (not just farming but also the environment, fishing and planning etc). Perhaps it’s name should be changed though to reflect the greater breadth of coverage beyond just agriculture. That may stop the grumbling farmers (who already have the Farmers Weekly podcast if they really want... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gulvain1
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Stop adverts

    It’s annoying.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Imnotlistening
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Short and Factual

    Great little 15mins catch up and updates - a key listen for farmers and surveyors

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Be cat
    United Kingdom3 years ago

Listeners Say

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There is a mix of opinions regarding the balance of environmental issues versus traditional farming topics, with some requesting more focus on current farming challenges.
The podcast is praised for providing important updates and discussions surrounding agricultural practices and policies.
Listeners appreciate the varied range of topics essential to farmers and rural communities, although some express a desire for more frequent uploads.
Overall, audiences highlight the educational value and timely insights provided, with many indicating it is a must-listen for those interested in agriculture.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#39
United Kingdom/Science
Apple Podcasts
#45
United Kingdom/Science
Apple Podcasts
#42
Argentina/Science
Apple Podcasts
#98
Ireland/Science
Apple Podcasts
#137
Taiwan/Science
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#142
Poland/Science

Talking Points

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07/10/25: Skilled workers visas, Neigh-bourhood Watch, British Wool anniversary.
Q: What do you want the government to do about the visas?
Put us back on the list as agriculture is short of skilled and unskilled labour.
16/09/25: US-UK dairy trade? Health services in rural areas.
Q: Are there any solutions to reduce the costs of rural care?
Thea Stein suggests looking at innovations like digital health services, similar to methods used in Australia, to provide care in remote areas without excessive travel for staff.
16/09/25: US-UK dairy trade? Health services in rural areas.
Q: Why are you so concerned though about imports of US dairy?
Paul Tompkins expresses concerns about the vast scale of US dairy production and the regulations that allow practices not permitted in the UK, signaling a risk to the UK's dairy industry.
09/09/25: More school meals using more British produce? The Nightjars of Cannock Chase
Q: How important is it that they are quality ingredients?
It is crucial for public sector to set high standards for quality to not rely on low-cost food chains.
09/09/25: More school meals using more British produce? The Nightjars of Cannock Chase
Q: What needs to happen to actually make the food get on the plates of the children?
To ensure British food reaches children's plates, we need to measure the percentage of food sourced from British farmers and ensure fair funding for procurement.

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Focused primarily on the convergence of agriculture, environmental issues, and government policies, the content spans a breadth of topics impacting the farming community and countryside. Noteworthy discussions frequently include innovative agricultural practices, the effects of climate change on farming, and the intricacies of food supply chains. Unique aspects of the show lie in its commitment to covering both scientific advancements in farming as well as the socio-political factors affecting farmers, ensuring a well-rounded viewpoint that is educational and informative for those engaged with or interested in the farming sector.

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1. The Farmers Weekly Podcast
2. FED by Farmers Podcast
3. Open Country
4. The Food Programme
5. Ramblings

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Farming Today launched 18 years ago and published 110 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Farming Today include:

1. Rich Daniel
2. Ann Davies
3. Kath Crowther
4. Tanya Wyatt
5. David Lum
6. Tom Streeter
7. Stephen Messenger
8. Dominic Spracklin

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