Meet the Farmers
Meet the Farmers is a weekly show that profiles people in the countryside and gives you an insight into food and farming. Episodes released every Monday.
Are marts still the heart of commerce and community? – Big Debate ep5
Ally and Sophie ask whether traditional livestock markets will still be central to UK farming in 20 years time? They are joined by Dan Luff from sellmylivestock.com and livestock auctioneer Scott Donaldson who is Group Director for H&H Group. They also discuss tractor runs and Christmas traditions.
Farmers React to the Farm Profitability review – BIG DEBATE Emergency episode
Ally and Sophie are joined by Ben Briggs for an initial reaction to the Farm Profitability Review authored by Baroness Minette Batters and published today by the UK government.
The Story Behind Trevor and The Sheep Show – with Trevor Wayborn
Ben is joined by Trevor Wayborn from Devon who runs The Sheep Show.
Do Scottish Farmers Have a Bright Future? – Meet the Farmers: The Big Debate ep4 – with Cammy Wilson
Sophie and Ally are on holiday this week so Cammy Wilson from Fed by Farmers joins the Big Debate team this week for an episode with a Scottish focus. Do Scottish Farmers Have a Bright Future? They also discuss the long awaited Farm Profitability review, dogs on leads and Christmas cheese. Also featuring Sally Williams and John Sleigh.
Big Debate Agri-Economic Report December 2025 – with Virgin Money’s Brian Richardson
Ben is joined by Brian Richardson - Head of Agriculture at Virgin Money - for his analysis of the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and risks for agriculture at the moment. Bonus episode for The Big Debate ep4
Sheepdogs and Taking on the Farm after school – with Erin McNaught
In this episode of Meet the Farmers, host Ben Eagle speaks with Erin McNaught, a fourth-generation farmer in North Wales. Erin shares her journey of taking over the family farm at a young age, the challenges of farming in a rugged landscape, and the balance between education and agricultural responsibilities. She highlights the importance of family legacy and the support from her grandfather in revitalizing the farm.
Farmers React to the Budget – The Big Debate ep3
Ally and Sophie are joined by Yorkshire farmer Paul Temple and Editor of Farmers Guardian Olivia Midgley to discuss the budget. Plus Ben is joined by Chris Coupland from Birketts for some detail on the budget.
From Livestock Farming to the Radio – with Sam Walton
Ben is joined this week by Sam Walton, Livestock Manager at Cotswold Farm Park.
Do farmers need a new fitness culture?
Ben is joined by personal trainer Paul Norton who is on a mission to improve farmer fitness.
Meet Rich the Funky Farmer – Pioneering Farming Youtuber
Ben meets Gloucestershire dairy farmer and pioneering farming youtuber Richard Cornock known to many as 'The Funky Farmer'.
