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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
Food Production
NFU
Agricultural Policy
Oilseed Rape
Bovine Tuberculosis
Direct 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

Defra is under intense pressure after the £233 million budget for the 2026 Sustainable Farming Incentive was exhausted just five hours and 48 minutes after applications opened.

In this emergency episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast, farmers descri... more

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Farmers face a race to secure funding when the Sustainable Farming Incentive reopens – with warnings that the available money could be allocated within just 24 hours.

We look at how to prepare an SFI26 application, why growers should resist simply ... more

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In an exclusive interview with Farmers Weekly's Abi Kay, former farm minister Daniel Zeichner gives an extraordinary account of life inside Defra.

Revelations include Mr Zeichner's claim that as a minister he knew nothing about government plans to... more

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Tenant farmers are being urged to seek rent reductions as difficult arable economics put pressure on farm businesses – but how far should landlords go to share the pain?

This week, we examine calls for rent cuts of up to 20% and ask whether landlor... more

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Recent Guests

Richard King
Partner at Andersons Farm Business Consultants
Andersons Farm Business Consultants
Episode: Farm rent cuts, secret rural crime workshops, pig sector crisis, & Derek vs Derek
Jeremy Moody
Secretary and Advisor to the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers
Central Association of Agricultural Valuers
Episode: Farm rent cuts, secret rural crime workshops, pig sector crisis, & Derek vs Derek
Frank Cannon
Chartered Security Professional, Rural SafeGuard
Rural SafeGuard
Episode: Farm rent cuts, secret rural crime workshops, pig sector crisis, & Derek vs Derek
Alistair Driver
Editor of Pig World (Farmers Weekly sister publication)
Pig World
Episode: Farm rent cuts, secret rural crime workshops, pig sector crisis, & Derek vs Derek
Dan Smith
Farm facilitator for Herefordshire Rural Hub
Herefordshire Rural Hub
Episode: River Wye pollution progress, gene-edited soya, falling livestock numbers & Great British Harvest Festival
Prys Morgan
AHDB beef and lamb director
AHDB
Episode: River Wye pollution progress, gene-edited soya, falling livestock numbers & Great British Harvest Festival
Frank Röber
Representative from Corteva Agriscience
Corteva Agriscience
Episode: River Wye pollution progress, gene-edited soya, falling livestock numbers & Great British Harvest Festival
Andrew Sunnucks
Organizer of Great British Harvest Festival
GBHF
Episode: River Wye pollution progress, gene-edited soya, falling livestock numbers & Great British Harvest Festival
Phil Case
Journalist from Farmers Weekly
Farmers Weekly
Episode: River Wye pollution progress, gene-edited soya, falling livestock numbers & Great British Harvest Festival

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 Kingdoma year 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

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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.

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

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#5
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#164
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#219
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#227
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

SFI scramble, sugar beet arbitration, maize quality, & Daniel Zeichner on life inside Defra
Q: What went wrong with the Sustainable Farming Incentive on Daniel Zeichner's watch?
Zeichner discusses being misaligned with budget timelines, acknowledging the policy was introduced without proper budgetary constraints, which contributed to funding gaps and political pressure.
Farm rent cuts, secret rural crime workshops, pig sector crisis, & Derek vs Derek
Q: What is the likelihood of tenants achieving a 20% rent reduction across the board?
Experts suggest that while a 20% reduction is possible in principle for some agreements, it is unlikely to be achievable uniformly across all tenancies due to individual contract terms and economic differences, requiring tailored negotiations.
Drought crisis loans, does regen farming stack up?, bluetongue vaccination, & China food security
Q: How would you plan an effective herbicide program on arable farms with tight budgets?
The expert advises field-by-field planning, sequencing chemistries, and engaging agronomists and trials to optimize use; emphasising integrated weed management and leveraging R&D products where possible.
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.

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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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2. Jeremy Moody
3. Frank Cannon
4. Alistair Driver
5. Dan Smith
6. Prys Morgan
7. Frank Röber
8. Andrew Sunnucks

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