CommunitySee all WILL'S WORLDWill's World: 75 years of cupboard love, and countingIf Doc Brown from Back to the Future suddenly screeched to a halt in your yard, and offered to take you back in time, where would you go? The caveat… YOUNG FARMERSStarter farm scheme opens door for new entrants in CumbriaApplications will open this spring for a new farm tenancy in Cumbria as part of a wider push to help young people into agriculture. Whins Farm, near Kendal, is being… HEALTH AND WELLBEINGRural poverty in Britain: The crisis hiding in plain sightRural poverty in Britain is a structural and often overlooked issue that risks widening inequality and weakening local economies if left unaddressed. That is according to a report that highlights… COMMUNITYMediation scheme launched for Scottish farmersThe Royal Scottish Agricultural Benevolent Institution (Rsabi) has trained 12 individuals with agricultural experience to act as mediators, aiming to help farmers and crofters resolve family disputes constructively. The initiative… YOUNG FARMERSBen Blacker: More families are addressing succession issuesOne positive outcome of the government’s recent inheritance tax reforms is that families such as ours are being encouraged to address what was once a taboo subject: succession. Important conversations… FARMLIFE FRAMEDPhoto of the Week: Whopper lamb weighs in at 8.5kgThis is Aimee Moore holding up one whopper of a lamb, born on Monday 30 March and tipping the scales at 8.5kg. The 26-year-old was helping out with lambing for… COMMUNITYRoyal Highland Show launches kids' writing contestA short story writing competition has been launched by the Royal Highland Show, inviting Scottish pupils to explore farming’s future ahead of the annual June event near Edinburgh. Open to… COMMUNITYHow award-winning ag student graduated to a role in farm techHelping to deploy a new generation of tractors while championing better use of farm data is the next step for Farmers Weekly’s 2025 Ag Student of the Year George Elliot.… COMMUNITYFarmers step up to raise funds for two essential charitiesFarmers from Shropshire and neighbouring counties gathered at Shrewsbury Auction Centre on Tuesday (7 April) to mark its 20th anniversary while raising funds for Lingen Davies Cancer Support. Farmers contributed… WILL'S WORLDWill's World: A grounding journey from folk to fieldsAll my life, I’ve considered myself a bit odd. Those who know me well will doubtless be nodding their heads in fervent agreement at this. But I’m not talking about… COMMUNITYFarm-based rural centre helps support 'excluded' youthA farm-based rural education centre near Bangor-on-Dee in North Wales is expanding after supporting more than 1,000 people, using farm-based learning to help unemployed adults and excluded youngsters into work,… COMMUNITYFarm shops and butchers to feature in Great British Beef WeekFarm shops and local butchers will be at the forefront of this year’s Great British Beef Week, as organisers highlight their role in supporting farmers and maintaining strong local supply… YOUNG FARMERSJess Tilley-Moore: An ag degree doesn't make you a farmerThe modern world has started convincing people you need a degree before you’re allowed to start a career. That you need permission. That you need to study farming before you… FARMLIFE FRAMEDPhoto of the Week: Young photographer snaps perfect poseThis week's Photo of the Week brilliantly captures the moment this little calf licks its nose. It was taken by 13-year-old Bea Richards and sent in by her sister-in-law Amelie… Young farmersSee all YOUNG FARMERSStarter farm scheme opens door for new entrants in CumbriaApplications will open this spring for a new farm tenancy in Cumbria as part of a wider push to help young people into agriculture. Whins Farm, near Kendal, is being… YOUNG FARMERSBen Blacker: More families are addressing succession issuesOne positive outcome of the government’s recent inheritance tax reforms is that families such as ours are being encouraged to address what was once a taboo subject: succession. Important conversations… YOUNG FARMERSJess Tilley-Moore: An ag degree doesn't make you a farmerThe modern world has started convincing people you need a degree before you’re allowed to start a career. That you need permission. That you need to study farming before you… YOUNG FARMERSJon Watt: Agriculture's role in economy is hugely undervaluedI was fortunate enough to rent a new piece of land last autumn. But before PX Farms breaks out in a cold sweat at a new barley baron setting up… Favourite photo galleries Lambing 2026 Farmlife FramedSee ... Farm Pet Photo Gallery Will's WorldSee all WILL'S WORLDWill's World: 75 years of cupboard love, and countingIf Doc Brown from Back to the Future suddenly screeched to a halt in your yard, and offered to take you back in time, where would you go? The caveat… WILL'S WORLDWill's World: A grounding journey from folk to fieldsAll my life, I’ve considered myself a bit odd. Those who know me well will doubtless be nodding their heads in fervent agreement at this. But I’m not talking about… WILL'S WORLDWill's World: Tears, tributes and a little music therapyIt’s nice to be back after a week off. It’s an unusual thing, writing a weekly column for the nation’s favourite farming publication, and people often ask me how I… WILL'S WORLDWill's World: Great things happen when women run with the ballI’m always late to the party when it comes to celebration days and should really try harder to time my ramblings accordingly, but I’m a big fan of International Women’s… Health and wellbeingSee all HEALTH AND WELLBEINGRural poverty in Britain: The crisis hiding in plain sightRural poverty in Britain is a structural and often overlooked issue that risks widening inequality and weakening local economies if left unaddressed. That is according to a report that highlights… HEALTH AND WELLBEINGFCN helps raise bowel cancer awarenessA volunteer with rural charity the Farming Community Network (FCN) has spoken about the realities of caring for a loved one with cancer, as part of a new awareness campaign.… HEALTH AND WELLBEINGTick risk warning for Easter farm visitorsFamilies visiting farms this Easter are being urged to follow hygiene advice and remain tick aware, as health officials warn of increased infection risks. Data from the UK Health Security… HEALTH AND WELLBEINGFarmstrong to launch mental health workshops in ScotlandA new series of mental wellbeing workshops designed specifically for farmers and crofters is being rolled out across Scotland, with organisers aiming to bring practical support directly into agricultural communities.… Videos and photo storiesSee all FARMLIFE FRAMEDPhoto of the Week: Whopper lamb weighs in at 8.5kgThis is Aimee Moore holding up one whopper of a lamb, born on Monday 30 March and tipping the scales at 8.5kg. The 26-year-old was helping out with lambing for… FARMLIFE FRAMEDPhoto of the Week: Young photographer snaps perfect poseThis week's Photo of the Week brilliantly captures the moment this little calf licks its nose. It was taken by 13-year-old Bea Richards and sent in by her sister-in-law Amelie… FARMLIFE FRAMEDPhoto of the Week: Triplet calf surprise on Lincs farmLincolnshire farmers Matt and Susannah Boulton had an unexpected surprise during calving when one of their cows delivered rare triplet calves. The calves were delivered by caesarean section with the… FARMLIFE FRAMEDPhoto of the Week: Stunning shot captures newborn calfThis week’s Photo of the Week is an absolute stunner of a shot, sent in by Amy Cropper. It shows a freshly born Blackmount Luing calf on the privately owned… Most popular this week
