The Farmers Weekly Podcast

Jailed farmer has 'no regrets' after dredging river, new Defra secretary Steve Barclay, dismay over Welsh bovine TB strategy, oilseed rape prospects, & farmer survives heart attack after reading Farmers Weekly

November 17, 2023 Season 1 Episode 183
The Farmers Weekly Podcast
Jailed farmer has 'no regrets' after dredging river, new Defra secretary Steve Barclay, dismay over Welsh bovine TB strategy, oilseed rape prospects, & farmer survives heart attack after reading Farmers Weekly
Show Notes

In this episode, a farmer jailed for causing damage to a protected river has defended his actions, insisting they helped prevent flooding.

In an exclusive interview, John Price of Herefordshire says he has no regrets, despite serving a prison sentence after dredging the River Lugg.

Just what can we expect from new Defra secretary Steve Barclay? We discover his likely priorities – and take a look at his in-tray.

We've the latest commodity prices and our regular market roundup – and look at the prospects for oilseed rape this season.

Welsh farmers voice dismay at bovine TB policy – and lack of engagement from the Welsh Assembly government.

And we meet the farmer who survived a heart attack – after reading some handy health tips in Farmers Weekly.

This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker and Surrey farmer Hugh Broom, with additional reporting by Abi Kay, Phil Case and Charlie Reeve.

You can contact the Farmers Weekly Podcast by emailing podcast@fwi.co.uk. In the UK, you can also text the word FARM followed by your message to 88 44 0.