If I were to offer one piece of advice to the youngest in our industry, I would say- don’t be put off by the the “old guard” approach to agriculture, times are changing for British Ag and we are at the forefront of that journey, take every opportunity you can

When declaring the land use in your 2021 BPS application, please use this guide: gov.uk/guidance/rural… What you declare in your BPS application will impact your #CountrysideStewardship claim. National Farmers' Union TFA Country Land & Business Assn IAgSA Nature Friendly Farming Network Farming Advice

Thank you to all 42 organisations, farmers and industry experts who contributed to our #TimetoPlan campaign over the last six months. From webinars & podcasts to articles & Q&As. Find out more: farmwell.org.uk/time-to-plan/

"We need to encourage an open and positive dialogue with men across our industry" The ManDown Project is helping to raise awareness of the issue of male suicide & encourages men to look after their mental & physical health. Find out more & get involved: fcn.org.uk/blog/2021/03/3…

With so much change taking place in farming, we're all planning ahead for the future. Our FarmWell platform hosts guides, Q&As, articles and more from industry experts around topics such as diversification, retirement and succession planning: farmwell.org.uk/time-to-plan/

We're working with CRPR Exeter Uni on research to better understand social isolation and loneliness in farming. We're looking to interview 10-15 farmers about their experiences of working on farms. Email [email protected] to get involved. Read more: fcn.org.uk/blog/2020/09/1…

Male arrested for interfering with motor vehicles at Cutcombe Market and charged to court. Great work by local farmers and police. Lock vehicles, take valuables with you. 2nd vehicle attack this week at a market, eyes open and report suspicion. #RuralCrimeMatters #EyesandEars

A wide range of people volunteer with FCN. We have over 400 volunteers in England and Wales, all united by a passion for supporting farming families. Emily is one of our volunteers in Devon. Find out why she volunteers with FCN: fcn.org.uk/blog/2020/12/0…

Know a YFC member who deserves to be recognised for supporting their rural community? The judges of the Community Supporter of the Year Award at the #YFCAchieverAwards – Abi Reader Jeanette Dawson RABI - the farmers charity and NFYFC Vice Chair Rosie Bennett – will choose our winners.

Are you a land worker, farmer, forester, food or land justice advocate? Care about community, skills and celebration? Landworkers' Alliance @LandworkersUK members are coming together for 3 days of learning, community and revelry at Abbey Home Farm in Gloucestershire, 12-15 Aug:

Talking to a fellow farmer can make a huge difference. This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, we're encouraging farmers to check in our friends and neighbours and to talk about how we're feeling and the challenges we might be facing. 🎬 Full film: youtube.com/watch?v=B6U7oT… #MHAW2021

Our research with CRPR Exeter Uni is exploring how farmers manage feelings of isolation & loneliness, which will help to improve support for farming families. If you can spend 30mins to be interviewed about farming life, email Rebecca on [email protected]. #MHAW2021 #mhaw

PLEASE SHARE 2 HOT 2 HANDLE - 2 Springer spaniel (bitches) have been stolen from North Cheriton, Templecombe. The Spaniels were both Liver and White in colour. Any info in relation to this please call 101 quoting – 5221128731. Let’s get these dogs back to their owners!!

The Farming Community Network Join Luke Pollard MP Country Land & Business Assn & @MHUpdates when we discuss the latest on ELMS, how to transition successfully and where to find new commercial opportunities. Join now! bit.ly/3bSGGR4 #farming #farm #agriculture #Food

After the quick reaction of Denmark’s captain Simon Kjær to the collapse of #ChristianEriksen yesterday at the @EURO2020 #DENvFIN match, please take time to remind yourself as #CPRSavesLives 💛

This week marks #MensHealthWeek2021. Our FarmWell platform has lots of useful resources around men's health, including our Fit For Farming booklet with Haynes Manuals and Men's Health Forum - a great guide to build and upkeep personal care on the farm: farmwell.org.uk/fit-for-farmin…

This #MensHealthWeek we are sharing Oliver's story again to remind everyone not to suffer in silence. Coping with mental ill-health and colon cancer at the same time, Oliver found talking to friends, family and charities such as FCN made a huge difference. #MensHealthWeek2021

In the last few days 2 Stallion horses have been taken from a location near Stapleton Close, Martock. Chestnut Cobb and a Black roan horse. Any information in relation to this incident please call 101 quoting – 5221136035

Great to be at Groundswell today discussing #regenerativeagriculture and the work of FCN supporting farming families. Our Head of Operations Philip Wilson is joined by Brian Burgess, Herts FCN Coordinator.