Jailed farmer has 'no regrets' after dredging river, new Defra secretary Steve Barclay, dismay over Welsh bovine TB strategy, oilseed rape prospects, & farmer survives heart attack after reading Farmers Weekly

The Farmers Weekly Podcast

In this episode, a farmer jailed for causing damage to a protected river has defended his actions, insisting they helped prevent flooding.
In an exclusive interview, John Price of Herefordshire says he has no regrets, despite serving a prison sentence after dredging the River Lugg.
Just what can we expect from new Defra secretary Steve Barclay? We discover his likely priorities – and take a look at his in-tray.
We've the latest commodity prices and our regular market roundup – and look at the prospects for oilseed rape this season.
Welsh farmers voice dismay at bovine TB policy – and lack of engagement from the Welsh Assembly government.
And we meet the farmer who survived a heart attack – after reading some handy health tips in Farmers Weekly.
This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker and Surrey farmer Hugh Broom, with additional reporting by Abi Kay, Phil Case and Charlie Reeve.
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