Adam Henson
Born and raised on the family farm in the Cotswolds, Adam Henson’s wealth of rural knowledge has seen him present for Countryfile and various other programmes, including Lambing Live, BBC Radio 4’s On Your Farm, and Farming Today. Following an HND in Agriculture from Seale-Hayne Agricultural College in Devon, Adam travelled to New Zealand, Canada and Australia before returning home to the farm, which his father Joe gave him the running of in 1999. Adam also inherited Joe’s interest in rare breeds at a very young age. The two of them ran the business together, and Adam began presenting on Countryfile in 2001. Sadly Joe died in October 2015 and Adam currently divides his time between filming, working on the farm and spending time with his family.
Recent articles by Adam Henson
"There are 180,000 miles of drystone walls in the UK; let's show them a little love," says Adam Henson
Drystone walls are an essential part of Britain’s countryside, offering protection for our landscape and wildlife. Farmer Adam Henson explains why we need to keep the skills of drystone walling alive.
Farming lingo: a glossary of farming terms
Want to learn some farming lingo so you can converse with the local farmers? Never fear here's Adam Henson to translate
What does a combine harvester do? And how does it work?
Ever wondered what combine harvesters do and how they work? Adam Henson explains
"It won’t be long before it’s normal to run an entire farm from a phone." Adam Henson explores what's next for AI in farming
New developments in Artificial Intelligence are already changing farming practices, and British agriculture is at the forefront of innovation, says Countryfile presenter Adam Henson.
What is common land?
What is common land? Who owns common land? Adam Henson explains
Woolly pigs: meet the weird hairy pigs that look like sheep
Adam Henson goes in search of woolly pigs, and recounts the sad story of the now extinct Lincolnshire Curly Coat pig
Why are farmers' fields yellow?
Why are farmers fields blooming yellow at certain times of the year? Adam Henson takes a look at how growing rapeseed has changed our landscape
Alpacas: what are they and why do people love them?
British farms are home to a diverse collection of exotic animals from all corners of the world. Farmer and Countryfile presenter Adam Henson introduces the alpaca
Where does milk come from? The story of milk from cow to glass
Adam Henson explains where milk comes from and how to goes from cow to table
How cows give birth: the miracle of new life
Adam Henson explains the miraculous process of a cow giving birth
Different soil types: a guide to the six types of soil
Adam Henson explains the different types of soil andhow they affect farmers
What is silage? And how is it made?
Seen large round bales covered in plastic and wonder what's inside? It's silage says Adam Henson
What is hay? And how is it made?
Hay is a cheap and valuable food for livestock. Adam Henson explains what it is and how it is made
Adam Henson: Why farming is in the limelight during the busy harvest season
In the long days of late summer, when the harvest is underway and it's the season of agriculture shows, farming is visible to the public more than at any other time of year, says the Countryfile presenter.
Adam Henson: Our seaside harvests are as important as ever
As an island nation, fishing and our coastal harvests are as culturally and politically important as ever, says the Countryfile presenter.
Adam Henson: Could gene-editing technology spell the end of extinction?
Anyone interested in rare breeds knows the threat of dying out is never far away, but could new biotechnology mean the end of extinction? asks the Countryfile presenter
British sheep breeds and how to recognise them
There are more than 90 different breeds of sheep in the UK, all with their own characteristics, appearance and habits. Here's how to recognise the most common.
Adam Henson: Farmers have a responsibility to maintain footpaths on their land
Farmers are not only guardians of the countryside – they also have a responsibility to keep public rights of way on their land clear and safe, says Adam Henson
Adam Henson: King Charles III is devoted to the British countryside
King Charles III has always had a love of British rural life and the countryside, and is a hands-on practical farmer, too, says Countryfile presenter Adam Henson.
Adam Henson: Rewilding plans need careful consideration to strike the right balance
When it comes to rewilding, getting the right balance of food production and conservation is crucial for the British countryside, says Adam Henson.
Adam Henson: why I love BBC Countryfile Magazine
From Devon wetlands to Soay sheep on St Kilda, BBC Countryfile Magazine offers a monthly opportunity to connect with nature, says the Countryfile presenter
Adam Henson: As lambing begins, what lies ahead for sheep farming?
Lambing season is on the way, but what does the future hold for sheep farming?
Adam Henson: Striving towards net zero on the farm
Farmers all over the world are focused on reducing their impact on the planet in pursuit of net zero, and we're doing the same on our Cotswolds farm
Adam Henson: Taking stock of a tumultuous year
As the cost of living continues to spiral, the Countryfile presenter reflects on a difficult farming year