Students from Harper Adams to appear on University Challenge in first for ag specialist

It will be the first time Harper Adams has taken part in University Challenge as they fly the flag for agriculture. How will the students get on?

Chris Brayford
clock • 3 min read
The episode will air on Monday (September 29).
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The episode will air on Monday (September 29).

Harper Adams is due to make its debut on a long-running TV quiz show which tests the brain power of students from universities across the UK. Specialising in rural and farming studies, the facility...

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