2025 marks the Farming Community Network’s 30th anniversary, as well as the launch of their new three-year strategy. We caught up with Jude McCann to understand how the charity has evolved, its latest developments and its vision for the future. Our volunteers understand farming life and its unique pressures and challenges. We are here to
In a world overflowing with information, advice and messages, breaking through the noise and genuinely connecting with the audience is no small feat. The secret is not only reaching the right people but also understanding who they are, what they care about, and how they prefer to engage. For this reason, this year, we are
There is no doubt that 2024 was a challenging year for farming in the UK with rising production costs, intense competition from supermarkets, pressure from cheaper imported products, reduced post-Brexit subsidies and difficult weather conditions. BY STEPHANIE BERKELEY, MANAGER, FARM SAFETY FOUNDATION In a poll of nearly 800 farmers and growers carried out by NFU
Did you know that more than half of fatal crashes in the UK happen on rural roads? Rural roads are lifelines for moving livestock, crops, and machinery, but with vehicles getting bigger and traffic increasing, we all have our bit to do making these roads safer. So, what steps can we take to improve road
Did you know that more than half of fatal crashes in the UK happen on rural roads? Once again, we are proudly supporting Road Safety Week organised by Brake from 17-23 November. As a charity whose strapline is “Who Would Fill Your Boots?” this year’s theme – After The Crash – was something that particularly
From cars and machinery, everything is getting bigger, faster and more efficient. But there is one thing that hasn’t kept up … and that’s our rural roads. According to Brake, the charity behind Road Safety Week, 10 times as many people die on rural roads in the UK as on our motorways. Motorcyclists are twice
High Visibility (Hi Vis) clothing. Most farmers or farm workers will have a Hi Vis vest or beanie hanging on a peg somewhere. We’re used to seeing it, but ironically, it’s a key safety tool that’s often ‘overlooked’. But Hi Vis has a vital role to play in keeping us, and those around us, safe;
In light of recent events, if you feel concerned or anxious about the impact the recent budget may have on your family farm, please seek professional guidance and explore and discuss the options available with your family. If you are struggling with your mental health or concerned about someone please reach out to access support
Some wear wellies!! This week we have looked at how the industry is really starting to challenge and change its attitudes to, and behaviours around risk-taking but have you ever wondered who is behind this? In previous years we have highlighted some inspirational individuals and organisations working to drive the change our industry needs
When a major campaign like Farm Safety Week draws to a close, it can a good time to reflect on the people, stories and statistics that illustrate why farming continues to struggle with its safety record and make a choice… To leave it there as one week in the year or to use it as