For a bonus episode of the Big Debate Sophie and Ally are joined by Brian Richardson and Stephen Buchan to discuss UK agriculture.

In this episode, hosts Ally Hunter Blair and Sophie Gregory explore the issue of the UK's food security in the context of national security, environmental threats, and future resilience. They are joined by ffinlo Costain and Laurie Laybourn who put the case for how farming, land use, and international coordination are needed for future food security.

Ben Eagle speaks with Steve Penberthy, a sheep farmer from West Cornwall, who shares his journey into farming, the challenges he faces, and the importance of public perception in agriculture.

In this Big Debate bonus episode Ally Hunter Blair puts listeners questions about succession, inheritance tax and land sales to Chris Coupland and Annabelle Rout from Birketts LLP.

Big Debate hosts Ally and Sophie discuss various topics related to farming, including their personal journeys in agriculture. They also share insights from their recent trip to Scotland and engage with listener feedback, highlighting the importance of community in the agricultural sector. They discuss various aspects of farming, including the challenges and opportunities faced by young farmers, the differences between tenancy agreements, and the impact of technology on agricultural practices. They explore the balance between risk aversion and innovation, the importance of family life in farming, and the future of farming in relation to organic and conventional practices. The discussion highlights the evolving nature of agriculture and the need for adaptability in a changing landscape.

In this episode of Meet the Farmers, host Ben Eagle speaks with Sarah and Georgia Weatherlake, who manage a 500-acre farm in Exmoor National Park. Following the passing of her husband, Sarah has taken on the challenge of restoring the farm's grasslands and implementing regenerative farming techniques. The conversation explores the challenges and opportunities of farming within a national park, innovative practices such as deer processing and a combined heat and power (CHP) unit, and the importance of valuing good food. The Weatherlakes share their aspirations for the future of the farm and their commitment to sustainable practices.

Ben Eagle is joined by Northamptonshire farmer Ben Aveling to hear about his journey into farming and the diversification challenges along the way.

Baroness Minette Batters discusses her Farm Profitability Review with Ally and Sophie. The report was published in December but what comes next?

Ben heads to the Oxford Real Farming Conference and learns more about community seed saving.

Ben Eagle is joined by Kayleigh Robb and Tim Scott, two tenant farmers who share the same landlord - the Countryside Regeneration Trust (CRT). Kerriann McLackland, head of estates at CRT, provides insights into the trust's mission and the support it offers to its tenants.