UK farming3 hrs ago'We suncream apples' - how heatwaves are affecting farmingFarmers say fruit, cattle and crops are struggling to cope in the heatwaves.3 hrs ago3 hrs ago'I don't think there'll be any profit' - farmerIt comes as England and Wales face their driest July since records began 190 years ago.3 hrs ago3 hrs agoFarms 'would not survive' without diversificationFarmers in the South West say introducing other ventures to their land is helping them.3 hrs ago21 hrs agoResearch helping farmers grow food in saltier soilA study has shown that small amounts of seawater can help prepare soil for future conditions.21 hrs ago21 hrs agoCouple new to farming shortlisted for award Three farms and two farmers across the South West have been shortlisted in the British Farming Awards.21 hrs ago1 day agoFarmer swaps onions for grapes to future-proof businessThe third-generation farmer says his chalk-rich soil is similar to that of France's Champagne region.1 day ago2 days ago'Farming can be pretty lonely and isolated'Emily Brown says Agrespect, which champions diversity, helps young farmers come together.2 days ago3 days agoWhat is the potentially deadly bluetongue virus?Farmers, already concerned about the impact of extreme heat, are now facing a new challenge. 3 days ago3 days agoRadio 1 farming star says hot weather is adding to mental health strugglesKnown to Radio 1 listeners as Tom the Young Farmer, he says he is checking in more with his mates.3 days ago...
