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Emergency grants of up to £1,000 are being made available to farmers whose properties have been hit by recent storms, an agricultural charity has announced.

Interested in a career in agriculture but not sure which job role you will suit? Find out more about the 7 coolest jobs in agriculture. Danusia Osiowy reports.

When I was 12 years old my father gave me a well-leafed book which, even though I was not a great reader at the time, I read from cover to cover.

Farming has a lot to offer potential new entrants, but lack of skills or knowledge can feel daunting to those thinking of an agricultural career. But ensuring the industry continues to attract talent is key.

Livestock and rural skills passed down through generations remain a cornerstone to maintaining working landscapes across the country.

There are currently more than 300,000 miles of hedgerows and 120,000 miles of drystone walls in the UK.

Managing the challenges associated with the steep slopes of landscapes such as Snowdon demand a particular set of skills which are often passed down between generations.

This month, Hannah Park and Emily Ashworth look at the skills which are vital to rural livelihoods.

The farming year has exploded into 2022.

Paul and Becky Fenton, dairy farming tenants of Cheshire County Council, have realised their dream of buying their own farm.