http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio4/news/farmingtoday/index.shtmlAll rural life is here: daily news of food, farming, the countryside and the environment with analysis and context from the BBC's experts in the field. Presented by Anna Hill, Miriam O'Reilly, Charlotte Smith and Mark Holdstock, Farming Today goes out every weekday on Radio 4 at 0545 (14 minutes) and at 0635 on Saturdays (22 minutes). As part of a short trial, episodes of this podcast will be available until the end of December 2009. To find out more visit bbc.co.uk/podcasts/trialAll rural life is here: daily news of food, farming, the countryside and the environment with analysis and context from the BBC's experts in the field. Presented by Anna Hill, Miriam O'Reilly, Charlotte Smith and Mark Holdstock, Farming Today goes out every weekday on Radio 4 at 0545 (14 minutes) and at 0635 on Saturdays (22 minutes). As part of a short trial, episodes of this podcast will be available until the end of December 2009. To find out more visit bbc.co.uk/podcasts/trialBBC Radio 4BBCpodcast.support@bbc.co.uken720http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio/podcasts/farming/assets/_300x300.jpghttp://www.bbc.co.uk/radio4/news/farmingtoday/index.shtml(C) BBC 2009Sat, 07 Nov 2009 07:00:05 +0000Farming, food, rural, countryside, environment, village, market, livestock, arable, horticultureFarming, food, rural, countryside, environment, village, market, livestock, arable, horticulturenononadultCharlotte Smith hears that we're farming fewer breeds than ever before, to feed our desire for consistent cuts of meat.Charlotte Smith hears that we're farming fewer breeds than ever before, to feed our desire for consistent cuts of meat....Charlotte Smith hears that we're farming fewer breeds than ever before, to feed our desire for consistent cuts of meat.Sat, 07 Nov 2009 06:59:00 +000024:56http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091107-0659.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091107-0659a.mp3BBC Radio 4TB testing for alpacas and the UK's common breed of chicken. Also why cheese is big businessTB testing for alpacas and the UK's common breed of chicken. Also why cheese is big business...TB testing for alpacas and the UK's common breed of chicken. Also why cheese is big businessFri, 06 Nov 2009 05:59:00 +000013:47http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091106-0559.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091106-0559a.mp3BBC Radio 4The future for Holstein dairy cattle and how much wildlife can you buy for 400 million pounds?The future for Holstein dairy cattle and how much wildlife can you buy for 400 million pounds?...The future for Holstein dairy cattle and how much wildlife can you buy for 400 million pounds?Thu, 05 Nov 2009 06:00:00 +000014:11http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091105-0600.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091105-0600a.mp3BBC Radio 4Farm machinery theft has risen to record levels. Anna Hill hears that Eastern Europe's criminal gangs are stealing to orderFarm machinery theft has risen to record levels. Anna Hill hears that Eastern Europe's criminal gangs are stealing to order...Farm machinery theft has risen to record levels. Anna Hill hears that Eastern Europe's criminal gangs are stealing to orderWed, 04 Nov 2009 05:59:00 +000014:11http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091104-0559.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091104-0559a.mp3BBC Radio 4Farming Today reports on the decline of the Hen Harrier population as it teeters on the brink of extinction.Farming Today reports on the decline of the Hen Harrier population as it teeters on the brink of extinction....Farming Today reports on the decline of the Hen Harrier population as it teeters on the brink of extinction.Tue, 03 Nov 2009 05:59:00 +000014:09http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091103-0559.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091103-0559a.mp3BBC Radio 4Charlotte Smith hears that we are farming fewer breeds than ever before, to feed our desire for consistent cuts of meat.Charlotte Smith hears that we are farming fewer breeds than ever before, to feed our desire for consistent cuts of meat....Charlotte Smith hears that we are farming fewer breeds than ever before, to feed our desire for consistent cuts of meat.Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:59:00 +000012:15http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091102-0559.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091102-0559a.mp3BBC Radio 4Charlotte Smith meets the food waste collectors of Wychavon District Council and talks to the Environment Secretary, Hilary Benn, about the food waste problem.Charlotte Smith meets the food waste collectors of Wychavon District Council and talks to the Environment Secretary, Hilary Benn, about the food waste problem....Charlotte Smith meets the food waste collectors of Wychavon District Council and talks to the Environment Secretary, Hilary Benn, about the food waste problem.Sat, 31 Oct 2009 06:59:00 +000024:54http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091031-0659.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091031-0659a.mp3BBC Radio 4Personal details of farmers have gone missing after the Rural Payments Agency lost them.Personal details of farmers have gone missing after the Rural Payments Agency lost them....Personal details of farmers have gone missing after the Rural Payments Agency lost them.Fri, 30 Oct 2009 05:59:00 +000014:10http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091030-0559.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091030-0559a.mp3BBC Radio 4The price of food could quadruple in the next 20 years according to one analystThe price of food could quadruple in the next 20 years according to one analyst...The price of food could quadruple in the next 20 years according to one analystThu, 29 Oct 2009 05:59:00 +000014:01http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091029-0559.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091029-0559a.mp3BBC Radio 4Attacks by dogs on sheep are costing farmers £1 million a year. Anna Hill hears from a farmer whose flock has been destroyedAttacks by dogs on sheep are costing farmers £1 million a year. Anna Hill hears from a farmer whose flock has been destroyed...Attacks by dogs on sheep are costing farmers £1 million a year. Anna Hill hears from a farmer whose flock has been destroyedWed, 28 Oct 2009 05:59:00 +000014:14http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091028-0559.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091028-0559a.mp3BBC Radio 4Over five million potatoes are thrown away every day and over 4 million apples end up in the bin. Charlotte Smith finds out who’s responsible and what the solutions are.Over five million potatoes are thrown away every day and over 4 million apples end up in the bin. Charlotte Smith finds out who’s responsible and what the solutions are....Over five million potatoes are thrown away every day and over 4 million apples end up in the bin. Charlotte Smith finds out who’s responsible and what the solutions are.Mon, 26 Oct 2009 06:00:00 +000011:52http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091026-0600.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091026-0600a.mp3BBC Radio 4Farmers in one of the largest pig-producing areas in the country have hired a marksman to shoot wild boar which they say could ruin their businesses.Farmers in one of the largest pig-producing areas in the country have hired a marksman to shoot wild boar which they say could ruin their businesses....Farmers in one of the largest pig-producing areas in the country have hired a marksman to shoot wild boar which they say could ruin their businesses.Mon, 26 Oct 2009 05:59:00 +000013:56http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091026-0559.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091026-0559a.mp3BBC Radio 4Charlotte Smith finds out how food and farming is helping many local pubs stay in business.Charlotte Smith finds out how food and farming is helping many local pubs stay in business....Charlotte Smith finds out how food and farming is helping many local pubs stay in business.Sat, 24 Oct 2009 06:59:00 +010025:03http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091024-0659.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091024-0659a.mp3BBC Radio 4The Farming Today bees produce their most valuable crop of the year. With Charlotte Smith.The Farming Today bees produce their most valuable crop of the year. With Charlotte Smith....The Farming Today bees produce their most valuable crop of the year. With Charlotte Smith.Fri, 23 Oct 2009 05:58:00 +010014:10http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091023-0558.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091023-0558a.mp3BBC Radio 4There are warnings that a lack of skilled workers in farming will threaten our ability to grow enough food according to Lantra, the skills council for agriculture.There are warnings that a lack of skilled workers in farming will threaten our ability to grow enough food according to Lantra, the skills council for agriculture....There are warnings that a lack of skilled workers in farming will threaten our ability to grow enough food according to Lantra, the skills council for agriculture.Thu, 22 Oct 2009 05:59:00 +010014:12http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091022-0559.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091022-0559a.mp3BBC Radio 4Britain's leading scientists say GM food is crucial if we're going to feed the world. With Anna Hill.Britain's leading scientists say GM food is crucial if we're going to feed the world. With Anna Hill....Britain's leading scientists say GM food is crucial if we're going to feed the world. With Anna Hill.Wed, 21 Oct 2009 05:59:00 +010014:11http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091021-0559.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091021-0559a.mp3BBC Radio 4Struggling dairy farmers will receive a 280 million euro handout, but an industry analyst tells Anna Hill that is not enough to save our dairy farms.Struggling dairy farmers will receive a 280 million euro handout, but an industry analyst tells Anna Hill that is not enough to save our dairy farms....Struggling dairy farmers will receive a 280 million euro handout, but an industry analyst tells Anna Hill that is not enough to save our dairy farms.Tue, 20 Oct 2009 05:59:00 +010014:11http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091020-0559.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091020-0559a.mp3BBC Radio 4Charlotte Smith hears it's costing farmers, and taxpayers, tens of thousands of pounds a day as criminals muscle in on fly-tipping in the countryside.Charlotte Smith hears it's costing farmers, and taxpayers, tens of thousands of pounds a day as criminals muscle in on fly-tipping in the countryside....Charlotte Smith hears it's costing farmers, and taxpayers, tens of thousands of pounds a day as criminals muscle in on fly-tipping in the countryside.Mon, 19 Oct 2009 05:59:00 +010011:53http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091019-0559.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091019-0559a.mp3BBC Radio 4Charlotte Smith finds out how organic farmers are dealing with a downturn in sales.Charlotte Smith finds out how organic farmers are dealing with a downturn in sales....Charlotte Smith finds out how organic farmers are dealing with a downturn in sales.Sat, 17 Oct 2009 06:59:00 +010024:46http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091017-0659.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091017-0659a.mp3BBC Radio 4A good year for English wine, and a farmer who also thinks it is a good year for organic farming. Also a cosmetics company which is supporting the Hunt Saboteurs Association.A good year for English wine, and a farmer who also thinks it is a good year for organic farming. Also a cosmetics company which is supporting the Hunt Saboteurs Association....A good year for English wine, and a farmer who also thinks it is a good year for organic farming. Also a cosmetics company which is supporting the Hunt Saboteurs Association.Fri, 16 Oct 2009 05:46:00 +010013:37http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091016-0546.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091016-0546a.mp3BBC Radio 4The Government is accused of continuing to waste of taxpayers' money on managing English farmers' subsidy payments.The Government is accused of continuing to waste of taxpayers' money on managing English farmers' subsidy payments....The Government is accused of continuing to waste of taxpayers' money on managing English farmers' subsidy payments.Thu, 15 Oct 2009 06:00:00 +010014:10http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091015-0600.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091015-0600a.mp3BBC Radio 4A new convert to organic farming tells Anna Hill you can't make a living from small organic farmsA new convert to organic farming tells Anna Hill you can't make a living from small organic farms...A new convert to organic farming tells Anna Hill you can't make a living from small organic farmsWed, 14 Oct 2009 05:59:00 +010014:14http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091014-0559.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091014-0559a.mp3BBC Radio 4As sales of organic food fall, two major supermarkets cut their organic ranges by a third.As sales of organic food fall, two major supermarkets cut their organic ranges by a third....As sales of organic food fall, two major supermarkets cut their organic ranges by a third.Tue, 13 Oct 2009 05:59:00 +010013:58http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091013-0559.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091013-0559a.mp3BBC Radio 4The President of the National Farmers Union accuses organic groups of using 'scare tactics' to promote their produce.The President of the National Farmers Union accuses organic groups of using 'scare tactics' to promote their produce....The President of the National Farmers Union accuses organic groups of using 'scare tactics' to promote their produce.Mon, 12 Oct 2009 05:59:00 +010012:08http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091012-0559.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091012-0559a.mp3BBC Radio 4Charlotte Smith hears from developers, farmers, researchers and locals to see how NIMBYs both protect the countryside and hinder its development.Charlotte Smith hears from developers, farmers, researchers and locals to see how NIMBYs both protect the countryside and hinder its development....Charlotte Smith hears from developers, farmers, researchers and locals to see how NIMBYs both protect the countryside and hinder its development.Sat, 10 Oct 2009 06:30:00 +010024:40http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091010-0630.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091010-0630a.mp3BBC Radio 4Charlotte Smith hears accusations that supermarkets are damaging our Beef industry.Charlotte Smith hears accusations that supermarkets are damaging our Beef industry....Charlotte Smith hears accusations that supermarkets are damaging our Beef industry.Fri, 09 Oct 2009 05:59:00 +010014:08http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091009-0559.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091009-0559a.mp3BBC Radio 4Horses being sold off at a cut price since the recession; using chlorine to clean chickens and nimbys don't actually exist.Horses being sold off at a cut price since the recession; using chlorine to clean chickens and nimbys don't actually exist....Horses being sold off at a cut price since the recession; using chlorine to clean chickens and nimbys don't actually exist.Thu, 08 Oct 2009 05:45:00 +010014:04http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091008-0545.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091008-0545a.mp3BBC Radio 4Claims that newcomer NIMBYs are preventing affordable homes being built for local people, and how wild venison gets onto our plates.Claims that newcomer NIMBYs are preventing affordable homes being built for local people, and how wild venison gets onto our plates....Claims that newcomer NIMBYs are preventing affordable homes being built for local people, and how wild venison gets onto our plates.Wed, 07 Oct 2009 05:45:00 +010014:10http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091007-0545.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091007-0545b.mp3BBC Radio 4Horse chestnut trees face a new threat 'leaf miner' and whether NIMBYs are friends or foes of the countryside.Horse chestnut trees face a new threat 'leaf miner' and whether NIMBYs are friends or foes of the countryside....Horse chestnut trees face a new threat 'leaf miner' and whether NIMBYs are friends or foes of the countryside.Mon, 05 Oct 2009 06:00:00 +010011:59http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091005-0600.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091005-0600a.mp3BBC Radio 4Farming Today reports that NIMBYs are being blamed for a shortfall in housing.Farming Today reports that NIMBYs are being blamed for a shortfall in housing....Farming Today reports that NIMBYs are being blamed for a shortfall in housing.Mon, 05 Oct 2009 05:59:00 +010014:06http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091005-0559.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091005-0559a.mp3BBC Radio 4      Growing calls for school children to learn about farming and food production as a core element of the national curriculum.      Growing calls for school children to learn about farming and food production as a core element of the national curriculum....      Growing calls for school children to learn about farming and food production as a core element of the national curriculum.Sat, 03 Oct 2009 07:00:00 +010024:45http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091003-0700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091003-0700a.mp3BBC Radio 4Should agriculture be part of the National Curriculum? Charlotte Smith asks former children's laureate, Michael Morpurgo.Should agriculture be part of the National Curriculum? Charlotte Smith asks former children's laureate, Michael Morpurgo....Should agriculture be part of the National Curriculum? Charlotte Smith asks former children's laureate, Michael Morpurgo.Fri, 02 Oct 2009 05:54:00 +010014:06http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091002-0554.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091002-0554a.mp3BBC Radio 4As the pheasant shooting season begins, Charlotte Smith hears that shoots are suffering in the recession.As the pheasant shooting season begins, Charlotte Smith hears that shoots are suffering in the recession....As the pheasant shooting season begins, Charlotte Smith hears that shoots are suffering in the recession.Thu, 01 Oct 2009 05:59:00 +010014:06http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091001-0559.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/farming/farming_20091001-0559a.mp3BBC Radio 4