Livestock specialist Ellie Layton shares her thoughts on why nurturing the next generation of stockperson is so valuable for the future of livestock farming to thrive

In this latest instalment of the Mart's the Heart: Standing the Test of Time series, supported by the Livestock Auctioneers Association and Shearwell Data, Ellie Layton hears from the team at Farmers Marts about its three markets.

A keen market attender, livestock reporter Ellie Layton gave auctioneering a go in a YFC competition this weekend, giving her a whole new appreciation for what it takes to be an auctioneer

John Bell remains a living legend in the working sheepdog world, proving that age is no barrier to success when it comes to training and selling dogs

A family team sits at the heart of a Welsh mixed livestock farm, where strong stockmanship and careful planning underpin a sheep, poultry and beef system

It may be one of the more traditional competitions in YFC, but livestock reporter Ellie Layton still believes stockjudging firmly holds its place in the modern world of YFC

On the premiere episode of For Flock's Sake – Farmers Guardian's dedicated young farmer podcast – Ellie Layton and Tom Ryder are joined by Conservative MP and Shadow Defra Secretary Victoria Atkins

Farming is in the blood of the Thomas family, but in the last two decades the system has been transformed from dairy to an integrated beef and merchanting business.

Some beef producers may be missing out a simple management tool that could save money and improve herd performance. Ellie Layton finds out more.

Sustainability stands at the forefront at Rhug Estate, not just for environmental reasons, but across the estate and its diversifications