15 March 2025
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2 min read
When I began my farming journey in September 2021, I had none of the advantages that come with a generational farming background. I had to start from scratch with no experience, no guidance and no established...
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As part of an exclusive 12-month blog for Farmers Guardian, the new cohort of youngsters on the McDonald's Progressive Young Farmer programme talk about their hopes for the future and the impact they can make. This month we hear from Ashleigh Yates, from Kent
20 April 2026
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4 min read
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
19 April 2026
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7 min read
From career progression to community spirit and real-world impact, FG’s Tom Ryder explains why there are still plenty of reasons to be positive about farming
04 April 2026
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3 min read
