Concerns over inheritance tax, rising input costs, and food security are dominating conversations across UK farming.

We sat down with South Suffolk MP and Shadow Defence Secretary James Cartlidge to ask the questions farmers are asking — including whether current tax proposals risk breaking up viable family farms, how rising costs are affecting profitability, and what meaningful engagement with government should look like.

This interview puts farming at the centre of the political debate.

Thank you to Tees Law for sponsoring this episode.
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As 2025 draws to a close, we reflect on the farming year covering the range of challenges farmers have faced, including inheritance tax, dealership closures and consolidation, rising input costs as well as some of the positives. We also take a look at what it means moving into 2026.

Plus breaking news on the Inheritance tax changes!

Farming remains one of the most dangerous professions in the UK, and the risks haven’t gone away.
In this episode of the Farmers Guide Podcast, Daniel and Sarah talk honestly about farm safety, why serious accidents and fatalities still happen, and what farmers can realistically do to reduce risk on their own farms.
In the most recent reporting year, 23 farm workers lost their lives in agriculture, forestry and fishing in Great Britain — a sobering statistic that underlines why this conversation still matters.

We discuss:

Why farming accounts for a disproportionate number of workplace fatalities

The most common causes of farm accidents — machinery, livestock, vehicles and falls

How time pressure, fatigue and lone working increase risk

Practical safety improvements that don’t require major investment

Where technology and innovation can genuinely improve safety

Why culture and behaviour matter just as much as equipment

This episode isn’t about blame or box-ticking. It’s about recognising familiar situations where something finally goes wrong — and how small changes can make a real difference.
Listen now — and consider one thing you could change on your farm this week.

Thank you to Tees Law for sponsoring this episode.