Young Farmers and Careers

Cornwall Young Farmers' Club's general purpose chair Marley Lamerton writes on her passion for Young Farmers and why the sector can bring about change by coming together and making its voice heard

The agricultural sector is finally gaining recognition for the wide range of career opportunities it offers, from hands-on farm roles to positions in areas like food production and supply chain management. The agri-tech sector, in particular, has seen significant growth. But what does it take to build a career in this exciting field and why should you consider it? Farmers Guardian finds out more

Sheep farmer Sarah Tobin writes on her journey to becoming a next generation ambassador for the NSA

Alanna Cahoon is a 20-year-old young farmer from the Glens of Antrim in Northern Ireland. She is part of the McDonald’s Progressive Young Farmer scheme

Herefordshire farmer Amy Corfield writes on how being rooted in farm life has helped to shape her resilience, teamwork, and initiative in communications

Emily Gray, 21, is a fourth-year agriculture student at Harper Adams University from Amble in Northumberland

Archie Morris, 7, has built his own flock and is inspiring classmates to learn about farming, while also backing a campaign to embed food, farming and sustainability across the school curriculum

From early work experience in a livestock market to more than 25 years in the rostrum, auctioneer Meg Elliott explains why selling livestock remains a rewarding career

Henry Morris is seven-and-a-half years of age, and everyone knows he is mad about farming

Five young auctioneers have been awarded Fellowship or Associateship by the Institute of Auctioneers and Appraisers in Scotland