Just what is the government’s long-term plan for farm support? We’ve an exclusive interview with Defra farm minister Angela Eagle.

We get to grips with the latest proposals for the revamped Sustainable Farming Incentive – how your business will be affected.

A campaigning farmer hits out over lack of action on fly tipping – and takes Defra secretary Emma Reynolds to task over the issue

And what next for the National Farmers Union following it’s latest leadership elections?

A bumper episode for you this week – recorded as live at NFU’s annual conference at the International Convention Centre in Birmingham on 24-25 January 2026.

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

Contact or follow Johann: linkedin.com/in/johanntasker/

Contact or follow Louise: linkedin.com/in/louise-impey-95470b20b/

Contact or follow Hugh: linkedin.com/in/hugh-broom-9b11906a/

For Farmers Weekly, visit fwi.co.uk or follow linkedin.com/company/farmers-weekly

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. We'd love to hear from you.

Just what is the government&rsquo;s long-term plan for farm support?&nbsp;We&rsquo;ve an exclusive interview with Defra farm minister Angela Eagle.
We get to grips with the <a href="https://defrafarming.blog.gov.uk/2026/02/24/sfi26-details-definitions-and-what-to-expect/">latest proposals for the revamped Sustainable Farming Incentive</a> &ndash; how your business will be affected.
A campaigning farmer hits out over lack of action on fly tipping &ndash; and takes Defra secretary Emma Reynolds to task over the issue
And what next for the National Farmers Union following it&rsquo;s latest leadership elections?
A bumper episode for you this week &ndash; recorded as live at NFU&rsquo;s annual conference at the International Convention Centre in Birmingham on 24-25 January 2026.
This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker, Louise Impey and Hugh Broom. Edited and produced by Johann Tasker.
Contact or follow Johann:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johanntasker/">linkedin.com/in/johanntasker/</a>
Contact or follow Louise: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/louise-impey-95470b20b/">linkedin.com/in/louise-impey-95470b20b/</a>
Contact or follow Hugh: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/hugh-broom-9b11906a/">linkedin.com/in/hugh-broom-9b11906a/</a>
For Farmers Weekly, visit <a href="https://fwi.co.uk/">fwi.co.uk</a> or follow <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/farmers-weekly">linkedin.com/company/farmers-weekly</a>
To contact the Farmers Weekly Podcast, email <a href="mailto:podcast@fwi.co.uk">podcast@fwi.co.uk</a>.
In the UK, you can also text the word FARM followed by your message to 88 44 0. We'd love to hear from you.

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

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

The Farmers Weekly Podcast

Revamped SFI payment rates, fly-tipping, NFU elections, & farm minister Angela Eagle

In this episode, Travellers set up an unauthorised encampment in Hertfordshire and new planning rules face their biggest test yet.

The situation has big implications for growers and livestock producers – as Louise finds out when she spoke to one local farmer affected by the development.

How cereal farmers could secure a fairer share from the grain market and help mitigate the impact of rising input costs, and we’ve the latest market prices

And we meet the dairy farmer raising money for the Sepsis trust – in memory of his father.

Milk producer Ross Edwards, who is running the London marathon, has set up a Just Giving page so well-wishers can make a donation to the Sepsis Trust.

Advice for farmers about how to reduce the risk of sepsis – and where to seek help – is available on the Sepsis Trust website.

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

Contact or follow Johann: linkedin.com/in/johanntasker/

Contact or follow Louise: linkedin.com/in/louise-impey-95470b20b/

Contact or follow Hugh: linkedin.com/in/hugh-broom-9b11906a/

For Farmers Weekly, visit fwi.co.uk or follow linkedin.com/company/farmers-weekly

To contact, sponsor or advertise on 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. We'd love to hear from you.

In this episode, Travellers set up an unauthorised encampment in Hertfordshire and new planning rules face their biggest test yet.
The situation has big implications for growers and livestock producers &ndash; as Louise finds out when she spoke to one local farmer affected by the development.
How cereal farmers could secure a fairer share from the grain market and help mitigate the impact of rising input costs, and we&rsquo;ve the latest market prices
And we meet the dairy farmer raising money for the Sepsis trust &ndash; in memory of his father.
Milk producer Ross Edwards, who is running the London marathon, has set up a <a href="https://www.justgiving.com/page/ross-edwards-13">Just Giving page so well-wishers can make a donation to the Sepsis Trust</a>.
Advice for farmers about <a href="https://sepsistrust.org/support-us/campaigns/farming-awareness/">how to reduce the risk of sepsis &ndash; and where to seek help</a> &ndash; is available on the Sepsis Trust website.
This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker, Louise Impey and Hugh Broom. Edited and produced by Johann Tasker.
Contact or follow Johann:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johanntasker/">linkedin.com/in/johanntasker/</a>
Contact or follow Louise: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/louise-impey-95470b20b/">linkedin.com/in/louise-impey-95470b20b/</a>
Contact or follow Hugh: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/hugh-broom-9b11906a/">linkedin.com/in/hugh-broom-9b11906a/</a>
For Farmers Weekly, visit <a href="https://fwi.co.uk/">fwi.co.uk</a> or follow <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/farmers-weekly">linkedin.com/company/farmers-weekly</a>
To contact, sponsor or advertise on the Farmers Weekly Podcast, email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:podcast@fwi.co.uk">podcast@fwi.co.uk</a>.
In the UK, you can also text the word FARM followed by your message to 88 44 0. We'd love to hear from you.

Legal challenge over unauthorised Traveller sites, setting the record straight on grain prices, and farmer runs marathon for dad and Sepsis Trust

In this episode, farm charities offer a listening ear as inheritance tax rules come into effect – leaving farming families facing a hefty bill following the death of a loved one.

We’ve the latest on help for those who might be affected by the changes, including farmers who haven't yet taken advice.

The Farming Community Network helpline is 03000 111 999 (7am to 11pm daily) or via email at help@fcn.org.uk.

Electricity standing charges go up this month – we examine what it means for your farm business with some suggestions for what you can do.

What’s hot and what’s not: we look at the latest arable farm management software, including the options and prices thanks to Mike Abram.

And we catch up with the National Sheep Association about a new law on livestock worrying – which could help to reduce dog attacks on sheep this Easter Bank Holiday.

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

Contact or follow Johann: linkedin.com/in/johanntasker/

Contact or follow Louise: linkedin.com/in/louise-impey-95470b20b/

Contact or follow Hugh: linkedin.com/in/hugh-broom-9b11906a/

For Farmers Weekly, visit fwi.co.uk or follow linkedin.com/company/farmers-weekly

To contact, sponsor or advertise on 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. We'd love to hear from you.

In this episode, farm charities offer a listening ear as inheritance tax rules come into effect &ndash; leaving farming families facing a hefty bill following the death of a loved one.
We&rsquo;ve the latest on help for those who might be affected by the changes, including farmers who haven't yet taken advice.
The&nbsp;<a href="https://fcn.org.uk/">Farming Community Network</a> helpline is 03000 111 999 (7am to 11pm daily) or via email at <a href="mailto:help@fcn.org.uk">help@fcn.org.uk</a>.
Electricity standing charges go up this month &ndash; we examine what it means for your farm business with some suggestions for what you can do.
What&rsquo;s hot and what&rsquo;s not: we look at the latest&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fwi.co.uk/arable/arable-farm-management-software-the-options-and-prices">arable farm management software, including the options and prices</a> thanks to Mike Abram.
And we catch up with the <a href="https://nationalsheep.org.uk/">National Sheep Association</a> about a new law on livestock worrying &ndash; which could help to reduce dog attacks on sheep this Easter Bank Holiday.
This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker, Louise Impey and Hugh Broom. Edited and produced by Johann Tasker.
Contact or follow Johann:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johanntasker/">linkedin.com/in/johanntasker/</a>
Contact or follow Louise: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/louise-impey-95470b20b/">linkedin.com/in/louise-impey-95470b20b/</a>
Contact or follow Hugh: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/hugh-broom-9b11906a/">linkedin.com/in/hugh-broom-9b11906a/</a>
For Farmers Weekly, visit <a href="https://fwi.co.uk/">fwi.co.uk</a> or follow <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/farmers-weekly">linkedin.com/company/farmers-weekly</a>
To contact, sponsor or advertise on the Farmers Weekly Podcast, email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:podcast@fwi.co.uk">podcast@fwi.co.uk</a>.
In the UK, you can also text the word FARM followed by your message to 88 44 0. We'd love to hear from you.

Help on new inheritance tax rules, electricity standing charges, farm management software, & dog attacks on sheep

 

 

In this episode, an influential group of MPs launches a campaign to boost farm profitability.

The Labour Rural Research Group has already had some success persuading the government to ease back on inheritance tax for farmers.

We speak to Noah Law MP and ask: will their campaign be successful this time around?

Lamb prices boom in Scotland – we find out why and how long the good times will last.

Hugh visits Denmark where he gets to grips with livestock biosecurity.

And with the Easter holidays approaching, Louise visits an indoor ski slope – on a farm near Luton.

Abi Kay's article asking: Are farmers really to blame for water pollution? is available online and in Farmers Weekly on 27 March 2026.

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

Contact or follow Johann: linkedin.com/in/johanntasker/

Contact or follow Louise: linkedin.com/in/louise-impey-95470b20b/

Contact or follow Hugh: linkedin.com/in/hugh-broom-9b11906a/

For Farmers Weekly, visit fwi.co.uk or follow linkedin.com/company/farmers-weekly

To contact, sponsor or advertise on 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. We'd love to hear from you.

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In this episode, an influential group of MPs launches a campaign to boost farm profitability.
The Labour Rural Research Group has already had some success persuading the government to ease back on inheritance tax for farmers.
We speak to <a href="https://noahlaw.co.uk/">Noah Law MP</a> and ask: will their campaign be successful this time around?
Lamb prices boom in Scotland &ndash; we find out why and how long the good times will last.
Hugh visits Denmark where he gets to grips with livestock biosecurity.
And with the Easter holidays approaching, Louise visits an&nbsp;<a href="https://inpiste.co.uk/">indoor ski slope</a> &ndash; on a farm near Luton.
Abi Kay's article asking: <a href="https://www.fwi.co.uk/news/environment/are-farmers-really-to-blame-for-water-pollution">Are farmers really to blame for water pollution?</a> is available online and in Farmers Weekly on 27 March 2026.
This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker, Louise Impey and Hugh Broom. Edited and produced by Johann Tasker.
Contact or follow Johann:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johanntasker/">linkedin.com/in/johanntasker/</a>
Contact or follow Louise: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/louise-impey-95470b20b/">linkedin.com/in/louise-impey-95470b20b/</a>
Contact or follow Hugh: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/hugh-broom-9b11906a/">linkedin.com/in/hugh-broom-9b11906a/</a>
For Farmers Weekly, visit <a href="https://fwi.co.uk/">fwi.co.uk</a> or follow <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/farmers-weekly">linkedin.com/company/farmers-weekly</a>
To contact, sponsor or advertise on the Farmers Weekly Podcast, email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:podcast@fwi.co.uk">podcast@fwi.co.uk</a>.
In the UK, you can also text the word FARM followed by your message to 88 44 0. We'd love to hear from you.

Revamped SFI payment rates, fly-tipping, NFU elections, & farm minister Angela Eagle

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