The Farming Show (Podcast)

Every Sunday, we bring you the latest farming and food news, agronomy advice, crop, livestock, and grain market reports and prices, and the week's farming weather.Share your farming news, email: steve@lincssound.comThis is the podcast addition of The Farming Show, which airs on Lincs Sound each Sunday morning at 7am. It features extended interviews and never-before-heard content.The Farming Show is sponsored by Masons Rural Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episodes

Episode 24 - The Farming Show with Steve Orchard

Sunday, 14 December 2025

45 minutes

This week...We hear about the most northerly olive crop in the world, producing olive oil, here in Lincolnshire.Could you be the next soil farmer of the year?Two festive farmer events taking place next Sunday.What to do with slugs and grain store pests.Plus our weekly look at the livestock and grain markets. The week in agriculture, with Steve Orchard.Masons Rural proudly sponsors The Farming Show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 23 - The Farming Show with Steve Orchard

Sunday, 7 December 2025

43 minutes

This week we focus on farm safety with the Farm Safety Foundation, Yellow Wellies, the National Association of Agricultural Contractors and one Lincolnshire farmer who lost almost everything in a farm accident - could it have been prevented?Plus our weekly look at the livestock and grain markets, some timely agronomy advice from Sean Sparling and a sugar beet update.Masons Rural proudly sponsors The Farming Show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 22 - The Farming Show with Steve Orchard

Sunday, 30 November 2025

36 minutes

The week in agriculture with Steve Orchard, including...Thoughts on the budget with CLA Regional Director, Cath Crowther.Abi Saunders from Masons Rural has been out and about and has set up a new discussion group for Lincolnshire farmers.And we hear the story of another farmer, making changes.Plus our weekly look at the livestock and grain markets and some timely agronomy advice from Sean Sparling.Masons Rural proudly sponsors The Farming Show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 21 - The Farming Show with Steve Orchard

Sunday, 23 November 2025

43 minutes

A new act of parliament has come into force, how will it affect livestock and crop farmers?We’ll share some good news from several local Young Farmers clubs and talk to a Lincolnshire farmer who’s had to radically re-think his businessSean Sparling is here with a look at the crops and some timely agronomy advice.Plus our weekly look at the livestock and grain markets and some timely agronomy advice from Sean Sparling.The week in agriculture with Steve Orchard.Masons Rural proudly sponsors The Farming Show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 20 - The Farming Show with Steve Orchard

Sunday, 16 November 2025

35 minutes

We preview the Midlands Machinery Show at Newark Showground.It's Farmhouse Breakfast Week at Lincolnshire Showground - why is a healthy breakfast so important for kids?The latest initiatives from Lincolnshire Rural Support Network (LRSN).How does this summer's weather compare to the famous summer of 1976? Should we concerned about 2026?Plus our weekly look at the crops and the livestock and grain markets and some timely agronomy advice from Sean Sparling.The week in agriculture with Steve Orchard.Masons Rural proudly sponsors The Farming Show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more ...

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Episode 19 - The Farming Show with Steve Orchard

Sunday, 9 November 2025

34 minutes

Thinking of diversifying into holiday lets? Steve's been to the Farm Business Innovation Show.New to farming and need funding? There's new grant funding available.Spraying and spreading using drones. The rules and the possibilities.Plus our weekly look at the crops and the livestock and grain markets and some timely agronomy advice from Sean Sparling.The week in agriculture with Steve Orchard.Masons Rural proudly sponsors The Farming Show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 18 - The Farming Show with Steve Orchard

Sunday, 2 November 2025

34 minutes

A detailed look at the RSPCA Assured scheme for livestock farmers.How easy are pumpkins to grow?And as we get closer to Christmas, how are the turkeys this year?Plus our weekly crop, livestock and grain market reports and some important and timely agronomy advice from Sean Sparling.The week in agriculture with Steve Orchard.Masons Rural proudly sponsors The Farming Show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 17 - The Farming Show with Steve Orchard

Sunday, 26 October 2025

35 minutes

Good news for farmers employing overseas seasonal workers.Details of a new alternative spring wheat.A look ahead to a show full of ideas for farming businesses.Plus our weekly crop, livestock and grain market reports and some important and timely agronomy advice from Sean Sparling.The week in agriculture with Steve Orchard.Masons Rural proudly sponsors The Farming Show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 16 - The Farming Show with Steve Orchard

Sunday, 19 October 2025

57 minutes

News for Countryside Stewardship farmers.A new AI tool for miscanthus growers.New mental health awareness training for the farming and rural community.Hear from the winners at Thursday's British Farming Awards.Plus our weekly crop, livestock and grain market reports and some important and timely agronomy advice from Sean Sparling.The week in agriculture with Steve Orchard.Masons Rural proudly sponsors The Farming Show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 15 - The Farming Show with Steve Orchard

Sunday, 12 October 2025

33 minutes

This week: the official harvest numbers from AHDB.Details of a new network for women in agriculture.Ahead of the British Farming Awards this week, we meet someone who is already another Lincolnshire award winner.Plus our weekly crop, livestock and grain market reports and some important and timely agronomy advice from Sean Sparling.The week in agriculture with Steve Orchard.Masons Rural proudly sponsors The Farming Show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 14 - The Farming Show with Steve Orchard

Sunday, 5 October 2025

39 minutes

A look back at Lincolnshire Day and a look forward to the Harvest Festival at Lincoln Cathedral.We'll review land values and the potato harvest.Plus our weekly crop, livestock and grain market reports and some important and timely agronomy advice from Sean Sparling.The week in agriculture with Steve Orchard.Masons Rural proudly sponsors The Farming Show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 13 - The Farming Show with Steve Orchard

Tuesday, 30 September 2025

43 minutes

Details of some new, free business advice for Lincolnshire farmers.Deer - the problems and some solutions.We meet a Lincolnshire finalist at the British Farming Awards, who's been short-listed in three categories!Plus our weekly crop, livestock and grain market reports and some important and timely agronomy advice from Sean Sparling.The week in agriculture with Steve Orchard.Masons Rural proudly sponsors The Farming Show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 12 - The Farming Show with Steve Orchard

Friday, 19 September 2025

38 minutes

Water has been in the news for all the wrong reasons this year - what can you do about it?Problems with vaccine supplies.Changes to the rules for neonics.The latest from Lincolnshire Rural Support Network.Plus our weekly crop, livestock and grain market reports and some important and timely agronomy advice from Sean Sparling.The week in agriculture with Steve Orchard.Masons Rural proudly sponsors The Farming Show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 11 - The Farming Show with Steve Orchard

Sunday, 14 September 2025

47 minutes

Seven ways that soil health can help your business.Who are the new government rural and farming ministers?We meet some of the many people doing great things to #BackBritishFarmingPlus our weekly crop, livestock and grain market reports and some important and timely agronomy advice from Sean Sparling.The week in agriculture with Steve Orchard.Masons Rural proudly sponsors The Farming Show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 10 - The Farming Show with Steve Orchard

Sunday, 7 September 2025

39 minutes

Fendt have a new full-size, all-electric tractor - we take a first lookNFU County Chairman, Henry Moreton talks about this week's Back British Farming DayThere's more help available for farmers affected by this summer's drought conditionsPlus crop, livestock and grain market news.The week in agriculture with Steve Orchard.Masons Rural proudly sponsors The Farming Show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 9 - The Farming Show with Steve Orchard

Sunday, 31 August 2025

42 minutes

There's already worries about the availability of winter forage following the hot, dry summer. We hear from Forage Aid.Fire on farm is another serious consequence of the summer, but generally too. Advice and guidance from Lincs Fire & Rescue.Steve's been out on farm to look at a possible alternative crop to maize.And Sean Sparling's back from his summer break with a look at the state of the crops, a harvest update and some timely agronomy advice.Plus crop, livestock and grain market news.The week in agriculture with Steve Orchard.Masons Rural proudly sponsors The Farming Show Hosted on Acas...

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Episode 8 - The Farming Show with Steve Orchard

Sunday, 24 August 2025

38 minutes

Sugar beet - the new contract and the state of the crop.The latest on farm inheritance tax and what can you do about it?Phil Stocker, chair of the National Sheep Association joins us to consider the state of the farming nation.Plus crop, livestock and grain market news.The week in agriculture with Steve Orchard.Masons Rural proudly sponsors The Farming Show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 7 - The Farming Show with Steve Orchard

Sunday, 17 August 2025

34 minutes

The 4x4s and dogs are here early this year - advice about hare coursing.What's to be the effect on Lincolnshire farmers of the closure of the Vivergo plant in Hull?There's a little relief for sheep and cattle grazers following the hot, dry summer.And, we've got the latest from Lincs Young Farmers - New Members Month is getting close.Plus crop, livestock and grain market news.Masons Rural proudly sponsors The Farming Show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 6 - The Farming Show with Steve Orchard

Sunday, 10 August 2025

37 minutes

More updates on the earliest harvest for years.How is the straw market?There's pre-harvest advice for potato growers.A Lincolnshire rural charity could use some help.Plus crop, livestock and grain market news.Masons Rural proudly sponsors The Farming Show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 5 - The Farming Show with Steve Orchard

Sunday, 3 August 2025

35 minutes

Looking ahead to 24 Hours in Farming.We could be heading for a shortage of peas, why?There's more sheep thefts across Lincolnshire - we hear from another victim and the Police.And we meet the company behind successful YEN award winners - Bionature.Plus crop, livestock and grain market news.Masons Rural proudly sponsors The Farming Show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 4 - The Farming Show with Steve Orchard

Sunday, 27 July 2025

35 minutes

There's new rules for manure spreading.Ergot - why is it a problem and what can you do about it?Sadly, we look at the continuing spate of sheep thefts in Lincolnshire.Plus crop, livestock and grain market news and timely agronomy advice from Sean Sparling.Masons Rural proudly sponsors The Farming Show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 3 - The Farming Show with Steve Orchard

Sunday, 20 July 2025

34 minutes

What are the REAL-WORLD impacts of the changes to farm inheritance tax?How's the harvest going? One Lincolnshire farmer is aiming to win awards for his yield.We look ahead to the country's biggest village show and it's in Lincolnshire.Plus crop, livestock and grain market reports and timely agronomy advice from Sean Sparling.Masons Rural proudly sponsors The Farming Show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 2 - The Farming Show with Steve Orchard

Sunday, 13 July 2025

37 minutes

What agriculture courses are available in Lincolnshire in September?We meet the new chair of Lincolnshire Young Farmers.Capital Grant applications have re-opened - we have the details with Masons Rural.What's the state of the potato market?Plus our weekly review of the livestock and grain markets, crop reports and timely agronomy advice from Sean Sparling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 1 - The Farming Show with Steve Orchard

Sunday, 6 July 2025

58 minutes

This week, we return to an old problem - farm safety in advance of Farm Safety Week. We hear about an award for the agricultural community, linking farming and the environment, plus catch-up with Lincolnshire Rural Support Network.There are crop, livestock, and grain market reports and prices, and timely agronomy advice from Sean Sparling.The Farming Show is sponsored by Masons Rural. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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