Basic Payment Scheme recipients can get free advice from organisations during the changes in farming, supported by the Farming Resilience Fund.

Links to organisations giving free advice, by county, can be found on FarmWell
farmwell.org.uk/available-gran…

Long days on your own on a tractor or in a lambing shed can feel a bit isolating.

Podcasts are a brilliant way to feel connected to people with shared interests, and are often a great reminder that you're not alone. We've listed some of our favourites: farmwell.org.uk/keeping_in_tou…

Mental Health and Debt

We have added the latest debt guidance from Martin Lewis and Money Saving Expert to the website.
As Martin says, he has “never once seen a case of debt that can’t be solved.”
To read or download the guide, visit FarmWell:
farmwell.org.uk/debt-managemen…

Year on year, the number of farm businesses that are diversifying or planning to diversify is growing.

If you’re looking for inspiration, or you already have an idea but don't know where to begin, take a look at the FarmWell Diversification page

farmwell.org.uk/diversificatio…

In the latest TFA news round-up, tenant farmers concerned about their current position are urged to take advice from a TFA advisor, who can review their tenancy and establish their legal position.
farmwell.org.uk/tenancies/

Our Fit For Farming booklets are always popular at shows and events.
If you see FCN out and about this summer, drop by and ask for a copy. It could be a valuable resource for a friend or employee.
Digital downloads also available on the FarmWell website:
farmwell.org.uk/fit-for-farmin…

The latest blog from DEFRA explains how to make SFI application as simple as possible and includes links to an online SFI tool - select your land type and you’ll be presented with a list of SFI actions you’re compatible with.

Find out more here: farmwell.org.uk/available-gran…

Bovine TB - The government’s consultation on proposals to evolve badger control and introduce additional cattle measures closes on 22nd April.

More information and links to the survey are here: farmwell.org.uk/tuberculosis-t…

The Additional Support Contacts Page on FarmWell covers the whole of the UK, with details of who you can get in touch with regionally and nationally with any farming or mental health issues. There is a huge amount of support out there: farmwell.org.uk/additional-sup…

If you’re working alone on a remote part of the farm, consider downloading the what3words app so you can be found without delay if you need help.

Links to more useful resources to help your farm business run as smoothly as possible are available here: farmwell.org.uk/rural-resource…

A recent report from Durham University, commissioned by the National Rural Crime Network, in conjunction with National Farmers' Union, Countryside Alliance and Country Land & Business Assn, found that many crimes are committed by ‘prolific rural offenders’, rather than opportunistic individuals.

Rural Crime: farmwell.org.uk/rural-crime/

Feelings of anxiety at certain times are very normal. Not all days are good ones.
However, if anxiety is affecting your daily life on a regular basis you can find signposts to organisations offering advice and information here: farmwell.org.uk/anxiety-and-de…

The Farming Equipment and Technology Fund 2024 is now open to applications, and could be very beneficial to livestock farmers planning to improve productivity or slurry management this year.

Details about the FETF and other funding can be found here:
farmwell.org.uk/farming-equipm…

Lone working in agriculture is commonplace, and while many thrive in lone working environments, constant isolation can be difficult to cope with.

If you’re feeling a little disconnected, support and social opportunities are widely available.

farmwell.org.uk/isolation-and-…

Farm Tenancies: Signposts and Support

Links to TFA newsletters, blogs and videos, plus further information for tenant farmers from a variety of organisations, can be found here: farmwell.org.uk/tenancies/

Contingency planning enables farm businesses to more easily return to normal after unforeseen events.

The varied and specific information in AHDB knowledge library can help you work out how to react, respond and recover when the unexpected happens.

farmwell.org.uk/animal-disease…

FarmWell provides links to a range of organisations that offer support to those concerned with physical health issues.

British Liver Trust and Home Instead UK have recently shared some valuable resources with us. Along with many more, they can be found here: farmwell.org.uk/physical-healt…

Simple Biosecurity Risk Assessments are available on the NADIS website to help you identify the risk priorities for your farm and deal with them effectively.
Links to these, and further information about notifiable diseases, can be found here: farmwell.org.uk/disease-preven…

Many people in our industry are coping with stressful financial issues and uncertainty about the future.

If you're concerned about money, you're not alone.

Lots of free and confidential advice is available to help you find a way forward.

farmwell.org.uk/financial-diff…

Following the recent NFYFC Summit, the federation will focus on supporting clubs on inclusivity and the challenges around climate change in 2024.

For more info about YFC and other rural groups you can connect with, visit the FarmWell website farmwell.org.uk/staying-connec…