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The Farmers Weekly Podcast

Farmers Weekly
Inheritance Tax
Sustainable Farming Incentive
UK Agriculture
Agriculture
DEFRA
Climate Change
Food Security
Commodity Prices
AHDB
Government Policy
Mental Health In Farming
Illegal Meat Imports
UK Farming
Red Tractor
NFU
Food Production
Agricultural Policy
Bovine Tuberculosis
Direct Marketing
Social Media Marketing

The inside track on the biggest stories affecting UK agriculture - with Johann Tasker, Louise Impey and Hugh Broom. Every Friday.

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Latest Episodes

In this episode, how much rain is enough to start drilling after one of the driest summers in recent memory?

We look at autumn crop establishment as growers weigh up whether to put oilseed rape and other crops into exceptionally dry soils – or wait... more

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Could government-backed crisis loans help cash-strapped farmers recover from drought and keep Britain producing food?

This week, we examine industry proposals for a Keep Britain Growing Loan – an interest-free, government-backed scheme planned for ... more

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In this episode, Defra unveils a £65m package to help drought-hit farmers – we examine how it could help your farm business.

We also look at whether growers should start drilling winter crops into exceptionally dry soils – and assess the worsening ... more

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As drought conditions worsen across England, MPs demand urgent government action to safeguard water supplies for food production.

South Norfolk MP Ben Goldsborough says farmers need more flexible abstraction licences, simpler rules for building res... more

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Recent Guests

Ian Gould
Independent farm consultant
Independent
Episode: £65m drought aid, autumn drilling, livestock forage, firefighting farmers & fundraising for mental health
Andrew Jones
Independent dairy and beef nutritionist
Dorset (Independent)
Episode: £65m drought aid, autumn drilling, livestock forage, firefighting farmers & fundraising for mental health
Henry Kilvert
Norfolk farmer, fundraiser
Yana charity
Episode: £65m drought aid, autumn drilling, livestock forage, firefighting farmers & fundraising for mental health
John Rampling
Farmer, fundraiser
Yana charity
Episode: £65m drought aid, autumn drilling, livestock forage, firefighting farmers & fundraising for mental health
Rod Hunt
Farmer, fundraiser
Yana charity
Episode: £65m drought aid, autumn drilling, livestock forage, firefighting farmers & fundraising for mental health
Ben Goldsborough
Labour MP for South Norfolk
Parliamentary office
Episode: Drought crisis, grain marketing, farm welfare grants, & 150 years of Aberdeen Angus cattle
Samantha Seaman
Resilience coach and farm leadership consultant
Self-employed / resilience coaching
Episode: Drought crisis, grain marketing, farm welfare grants, & 150 years of Aberdeen Angus cattle
Richard Whitlock
Grain Marketing Consultant
Independent consultant
Episode: Drought crisis, grain marketing, farm welfare grants, & 150 years of Aberdeen Angus cattle
Robert Gilchrist
Chief Executive of Aberdeen Angus Cattle Society
Aberdeen Angus Cattle Society
Episode: Drought crisis, grain marketing, farm welfare grants, & 150 years of Aberdeen Angus cattle

Hosts

Johann Tasker
Host with deep coverage of farm policy and industry trends
Louise Impey
Co-host bringing practical farming insights and field reporting
Hugh Broom
Co-host known for practical farming commentary and industry context

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 429 ratings
  • To good

    This thing is tttttttooooooo goooodd

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Farmer Oliver
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Fantastic

    Love the podcast and as technical officer for British tomato grower association the podcast (although sadly light on horticulture issues specifically) gives me a perspective on the wider ago issues. Thankyou

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tomato Growers Association
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Really informative

    I’m not a farmer but I am surrounded by arable farmland, this podcast shines a light on what’s going on around me at different times of the year. It also unpacks the big issues that the farming community are tackling that I would otherwise not know about. I find it very informative and I enjoy the delivery of the presenters, thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AgriCurious
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Great

    As a non farmer but interested in what’s going on, I find this podcast easy to listen to, engaging and the presenters are top notch.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    :3meadow
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Well Produced, Up to date and Honest

    Amongst podcasts covering economics and travel the FW Podcast is a weekly priority listen for me.

    Whilst I’m not a day to day farmer I still find the features informative, entertaining and genuinely useful.

    The current presenter lineup is the best yet.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ghh))£(
    United Kingdom2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise clear policy translation and practical farming takeaways.
Guests and hosts are described as well-prepared, engaging, and informative.
The show is considered essential for understanding UK farming policy and market dynamics.

Chart Rankings

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

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#6
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#186
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#220
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#99
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#173
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#188
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Drought crisis, grain marketing, farm welfare grants, & 150 years of Aberdeen Angus cattle
Q: What single piece of advice would you give farmers about protecting herbicide chemistry?
Rotate modes of action, mix different chemistries, and stay informed about new formulations coming to market to preserve efficacy and resistance management.
Groundswell 2026: Private money for green farming, Wildfarmed, Kemi Badenoch & 10 years of regenerative agriculture
Q: Can you tell us about the Food and Nature Resilience Fund?
Ben Makowiecki explains that Lloyds Bank is funding and helping design a fund with Wildfarmed to channel private money into regenerative farming outputs, with several water companies and other partners joining to scale up across the UK over a 10-year horizon.
Relaunched SFI - what it means for you, High Court and abattoirs, Red Tractor, and Open Farm Sunday
Q: What are you advising your clients in light of all of this and the unknowns around final budget?
Be prepared and ready to act as soon as you have the details, focusing on having applications ready in the portal and planning for the busy season while staying flexible for budget allocations in rounds 1 and 2.
Hare-coursing clampdown, tariffs cut on food imports, Beef Expo, & fertiliser from thin air
Q: What's the mood around Beef Expo and the current beef market?
Beef industry leaders describe significant price volatility, reduced demand for certain cuts, and the urgent need for transparency in pricing to avoid undermining family farms, while Beef Expo is framed as a productive venue for producers, processors, and retailers to align on solutions.
Hare-coursing clampdown, tariffs cut on food imports, Beef Expo, & fertiliser from thin air
Q: Hugh, what's going on with the tariff suspensions and the cost of living crisis?
The panel discusses how suspending tariffs on several imported food items could lower consumer prices but risks pressuring UK farmers by reducing price signals and simultaneously stresses the need for a coherent policy that balances affordability with farm profitability.

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This show centers on policy developments, market dynamics, and practical farming challenges across the UK, with a steady mix of expert agronomy, regulatory analysis, and on-the-ground reporting. Episodes commonly tackle government funding, drought responses, grain and livestock markets, and farm safety, often weaving in interviews with industry bodies, MPs, and farm leaders to illuminate how policy shifts affect day-to-day farming decisions. A notable strength is its ability to translate complex policy into practical implications for farmers and agribusiness, while sustaining accessible, conversational hosting that still keeps a firm grip on data and industry trends.

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1. Ian Gould
2. Andrew Jones
3. Henry Kilvert
4. John Rampling
5. Rod Hunt
6. Ben Goldsborough
7. Samantha Seaman
8. Richard Whitlock

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