In this episode, with an increase in dog attacks on livestock, we look at the options for farmers trying to combat a growing problem.

Politicians are battling for farmers' votes in the run-up to next month's elections – so why aren't would-be MPs being clear about policies for agriculture?

We preview this month's Cereals event – and look ahead to autumn crop establishment and the dilemma about early drilling

And we discuss the prospects for the malting barley market alongside all the latest commodity prices.

This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker and Scottish farmer Sandy Kirkpatrick with additional reporting by Phil Case, Guy Peckett, Louise Impey and Mike Abram.

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