Farming
"I can feel the spirituality of the farm". Meditating farmer embraces nature for land and mental health
Denise Walton meditates every morning and evening. It's the simplest way to find clarity and help with decision-making for the day ahead, says the regenerative farmer.
How rural areas rose to the challenge of feeding the population amidst World War One - and changed farming for good
The First World War placed incredible demands on the countryside and its people – and changed the way we farmed the landscape forever, says Jonathan Brown
Blackgrass: What's the problem and how to control it
Blackgrass is one of the most problematic and damaging agricultural weeds in Western Europe. It constantly outwits our efforts to control it, but we can learn a lot from its survival strategies, say scientists.
Hay vs straw: what's the difference?
We explain the differences between hay and straw
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
Arable farming: 5 common crops you will see in our fields
Ever wondered what's growing in farmers' fields? Here are 5b common crops to look out for
What is common land?
What is common land? Who owns common land? Adam Henson explains
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
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