CommunitySee all 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… COMMUNITYFarm bluebell walk raises millions for charityAn East Sussex farming family’s one-off fundraiser has blossomed into one of the region’s most enduring rural charity events, now celebrating more than 50 years of success. What began in… COMMUNITYPerthshire farmer turns venison into 20,000 food bank mealsA Perthshire farmer has helped provide the equivalent of 20,000 meals to families in need by redistributing venison from responsibly managed wild deer to local food banks. In its first… COMMUNITYFarmers take on 'mad' 900-mile route with vintage tractorsThree farmers are set to journey from John O’Groats to Land's End on a trio of less-than-trusty steeds. Lancashire natives Harry Shaw and Liam Cooper, along with Cumbrian James Rawsthorn,… 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.… 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… 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… 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… COMMUNITYFarmers plan Land's End to John O’Groats charity bike rideTwo Midlands farmers are preparing to cycle 1,000 miles from Land’s End to John O’Groats in May 2026 to raise funds for two charities. Turkey farmer Rod Adlington and arable… COMMUNITYWarning issued over lamb handling on farm visitsPublic Health Wales has warned families visiting farms this spring to avoid handling lambs after hundreds of cryptosporidium cases were recorded last year, many involving young children. Figures from Public… COMMUNITYFarm visits open children’s eyes to rural opportunitiesChildren from across the south of England are discovering farming and food production careers through hands-on visits at Goodwood Farm, as its Education Trust celebrates 50 years of outdoor learning.… 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.… COMMUNITYScots rural programme Landward celebrates 50th anniversaryScotland’s long-running rural affairs programme Landward is marking its 50th anniversary this April, highlighting decades of coverage of farming, land use and countryside life. A special episode, airing on Thursday… YOUNG FARMERSGeorgina Mitchell-Jones: YFCs are rural communities' backboneAs I sat through the speeches at the recent Lutterworth YFC annual dinner dance, before the wine and music carried the night off in its usual direction, I found myself… Young farmersSee all 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… YOUNG FARMERSGeorgina Mitchell-Jones: YFCs are rural communities' backboneAs I sat through the speeches at the recent Lutterworth YFC annual dinner dance, before the wine and music carried the night off in its usual direction, I found myself… YOUNG FARMERSAlice Littlewood: Young adults need to know 'real food' factsWalk around a supermarket and, chances are, you’ll see more plastic wrap than actual food in most people’s trolleys. Boxes and boxes of frozen, beige, processed foods, or plastic-wrapped strawberries… YOUNG FARMERSYoung farmers head to Westminster to debate regen farmingDozens of young farmers descended on Parliament to take part in a debate on whether regenerative farming can feed the nation. Committee Room 14 in the House of Commons served… Favourite photo galleries Lambing 2026 Farmlife FramedSee ... Farm Pet Photo Gallery Will's WorldSee all 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… WILL'S WORLDWill's World: Rugby, banter and hedging: A farmer's fixI’ve done a few things that have improved my mental wellbeing lately. Admittedly, the experts might not prescribe going to a rugby match with old Harper Adams friends, drinking way… WILL'S WORLDWill's World: Unions, reunions and casual sock-watchingI’m writing this in a trendy café at a bustling Birmingham New Street Station. I like Birmingham a lot. The people are warm and friendly (the lady behind the counter… Health and wellbeingSee all 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.… BRITAIN'S FITTEST FARMERBritain’s Fittest Farmer 2026: Returnees chase title againEntries are open for Britain’s Fittest Farmer 2026, with qualifying heats scheduled for June at the Lincolnshire Show and the Cereals event at Jeremy Clarkson’s Diddly Squat Farm. The annual… Videos and photo storiesSee all 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… FARMLIFE FRAMEDPhoto of the Week: Spring smiles brighten March weatherAfter one of the wettest beginning to the year on record, the sun is beginning to break through in many places across the country. And what better way to tempt… FARMLIFE FRAMEDPhoto of the Week: Belgian Blue stands out from the crowdThis week’s photo of a 12-day-old Belgian Blue-sired calf was sent in by Aisling Cooney in County Tipperary in the Republic of Ireland. The family farm has a herd of Friesian,… Most popular this week
