14 April 2023
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1 min read
This week's Over the Farm Gate podcast takes a look at Chloe Lucas journey from the NHS into farming
Chloe Lucas was formerly a childrens nurse, but when the pandemic hit, she found herself under a new unimaginable pressure.
After taking some time off, she found a new passion for the outdoors and eventually for farming.
She spoke to features editor Emily Ashworth about her change of career and why she thinks the industry is full of opportunities.
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March 8 marks International Women's Day, and digital editor Emily Ashworth talks about the divisive nature of the gender conversation
06 March 2026
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1 min read
The NFU Mutual Charitable Trust have partnered with FareShare to support the transportation of surplus food from nearly 700 food partners to hubs around the UK, where it will be sorted and delivered to over 8,000 local charities
05 March 2026
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2 min read
In a generous showing of his respect to the farming community, multi-award-winning Yorkshire chef Tommy Banks has confirmed that he will extend the 20% discount on food and drink for farmers into March
05 March 2026
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1 min read
