In this episode, former British Lion Tom Youngs shares his thoughts on farming and rugby.

We run the rule on the government’s latest iteration of a national food strategy - and discuss the implications for farmers.

NFU Cymru president Aled Jones voices concern about the newly announced Sustainable Farming Scheme for Wales.

And we look at the ups and downs of harvest ahead of the market prices.

This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker, Louise Impey and Hugh Broom.

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In this episode, as drought is declared in Yorkshire, we look at the impact of the dry weather across the country.

Scotland faces a wildfire warning – following a 30,000 acre blaze which saw farmers and game-keepers come together to fight the flames.

Tesco's new chief executive Ashwin Prasad gets out on farm – just a week into the job – saying he wants to work in partnership with farmers.

Hugh has a problem getting replacement parts for his topper.

And a Lincolnshire farmer establishes a 10ha olive grove near Spalding with big plans to produce high-quality virgin olive oil.

This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker, Louise Impey and Hugh Broom.

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In this episode, a former Defra adviser says the government must win back farmers' trust if it is serious about successful agriculture.

The government unveils £150m in capital grants for farmers – we look at what the money is likely to fund and how it will work.

We find out about new funding opportunities for farmers – thanks to private investment from big corporations.

We spend two days at Groundswell 2025, the regenerative agriculture festival, and look at the options for growers and livestock producers.

And we speak to Emily Norton – the new chair of the Agriculture and Horticulture Development board – about her plans for farm levies.

This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker, Louise Impey and Hugh Broom.

Contact or follow Johann (X): @johanntasker

Contact or follow Louise (X): @louisearable

Contact or follow (X): @sondesplacefarm

For Farmers Weekly, visit fwi.co.uk or follow @farmersweekly

To contact the Farmers Weekly Podcast, email podcast@fwi.co.uk.

In the UK, you can also text the word FARM followed by your message to 88 44 0.