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Angela's 43 and farms beef, dairy and arable crops, but years of physical graft are already taking their toll. Living with arthritis, she says she's feeling "pretty worn and torn" and worries about what the future might hold. The AG Show catches up with her to hear how she manages the day-to-day realities of farming with the condition.
It comes as researchers at the University of Worcester look into the impact arthritis is having across the farming industry. Their study hopes to build a clearer picture of the challenges farmers face and identify practical ways to help, from lifestyle and diet changes to simple adaptations on farm.
Also on this week's show, we bring you the latest on bluetongue, the Sustainable Farming Incentive and a newly launched BYDV tool designed to help growers manage risk.
And away from the day job, find out which member of the team has taken a plunge into open water swimming, and who's set themselves the challenge of eating their way around Britain's bakeries.
SOME USEFUL BITS (FROM AHDB & BEYOND)
Arthritis + Farmers
Bluetongue virus latest news | AHDB
Heatwaves, drought and dairy resilience: How farmers are coping in 2026
Sustainable Farming Incentive 2026 (SFI26): scheme information - GOV.UK
SFI cost benefit tool | AHDB Tools
BYDV tool
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This summer’s definitely been one to remember, with heatwaves rolling through and barely a drop of rain in sight for some. On this week’s AG Show, we catch up with Norfolk pig farmer Rob McGregor to hear how he’s been keeping his animals cool and reducing heat stress during some seriously hot conditions.
We also hear from a dairy, beef and arable farmer who believes drought-resistant crops and smarter water management will be key if farms are going to cope with more summers like this in the future.
And we check back in with our friends at Drumgoon Dairy in the US to find out how farmers reacted to their five non-negotiables for building a resilient dairy business during a recent UK roadshow.
SOME USEFUL BITS (FROM AHDB & BEYOND)
Avoiding heat stress in pigs | AHDB
North Farm Livestock
Hot weather and heat extremes | AHDB
Dry weather and drought | AHDB
US dairy farmers bring practical resilience roadshow to Britain | AHDB
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With bluetongue cases continuing to rise this season, The AG Show team's focus is on South West England, one of the hardest-hit parts of the country, to find out what it's really like on the ground.
We catch up with a Cornish beef, sheep and arable farmer whose livestock have been affected, and hear from a Devon-based vet about just how busy things have been, plus the latest on vaccination efforts.
The message is clear: don't wait until bluetongue is on your doorstep before taking action. Support and advice are available through the AHDB Bluetongue Virus Hotline on 024 7771 0386.
Plus, we look at how this summer's heatwaves have added to the challenges facing UK dairy farmers and what it could mean for the months ahead.
SOME USEFUL BITS (FROM AHDB & BEYOND)
Bluetongue virus latest news | AHDB
Bluetongue virus update - 5 August 2026 | AHDB Webinar
How have the recent heatwaves impacted GB milk production? | AHDB
Hot weather and heat extremes | AHDB
Dry weather and drought | AHDB
Support for farmers | AHDB
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This week on The AG Show, we're catching up with a first-generation dairy farmer to hear how a programme built to support ambitious entrepreneurs helped them secure a farm tenancy in Dorset and take the next step in their farming journey.
We'll also get the inside track on a brand-new tool set to help cereal growers tackle Barley Yellow Dwarf Virus, plus the latest on the bluetongue situation (which is a good opportunity to plug AHDB's bluetongue virus hotline: 024 7771 0386).
And that's not all. We catch up with AHDB's new Beef and Lamb Director, Prys Morgan, and round things off by digging into the world of lamb grading and why it matters.
SOME USEFUL BITS (FROM AHDB & BEYOND)
Dairy Entrepreneurs | RABDF Training Programme
Cereal growers asked to help develop a new BYDV management tool | AHDB
Bluetongue Virus Hub - Ruminant Health & Welfare
Support for farmers | AHDB
Prys Morgan appointed as new Beef & Lamb Sector Director | AHDB
Understanding lambs and carcases | AHDB
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The AG Show is going all-in on #Farm24 - the 24-hour online celebration of British farming. We’ve even shifted our release date so we can be part of the action!
In this episode, we catch up with organisers Farmers Guardian, campaign ambassador Rebecca Wilson and sponsor RABI FarmersAid to find out what’s planned, why it matters and how you can get involved.
Plus, the hotly contested debate over what to call AG Show listeners shows no sign of ending any time soon...
SOME USEFUL BITS (FROM AHDB & BEYOND)
Farmers Guardian | Farming News | Farm24 | 24 Hours In Farming
Wilson and Ashley - YouTube
RABI - the Farmers Charity
EU restrictions on Brazilian beef exports: what could it mean for the UK market? | AHDB
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