Season 2 of Adam Henson's Farmer's Wellbeing Podcast is Out Now
The farming sector is facing a mental health crisis - my 'Keeping on Track' podcasts seek to normalise talking about the problems and challenges that farmers face
Adam Henson
I am a Cotswolds-based farmer and TV presenter, sharing experiences and life on the farm with viewers of BBC’s Countryfile.
Farming endures; communication must adapt
Despite technological leaps, British farming's timeless cycle endures, shaping our land and lives
Exmoor: the Wonder of the West
Exploring the mysterious draw of Exmoor and its majestic stags, hardy ponies and resilient sheep.
Suffolk Punch: Britain's Oldest and Rarest Breed of Heavy Horse
Heavy Horses were once the driving force behind many British industries, but today the Suffolk Punch, a mainstay of East Anglian agriculture, is in danger of disappearing. I'm trying to prevent that from happening
The Fox's Prophecy
Uncovering an intriguing poem firmly based in the place I call home, The Fox's Prophecy by D.W. Nash.
Rare breeds: why, for heaven's sake, bother?
Despite more than half a century of campaigning by rare breeds enthusiasts, there’s still work to do in getting the message across.
The Magic of the Ancient Sheep Breeds of Soay and Boreray
These ancient breeds from the Outer Hebrides are prized for their hardiness, prehistoric heritage and their character
Weather Extremes and Election Drama: What to Expect in 2024
As winter grips the countryside, I look ahead over the coming 12 months and ponder what might be in store for the farming community in the year ahead
Stone, Branch & Thorn: The Importance of Boundaries in the Countryside
Drystone walls and hedges are a vital part of our countryside's rich tapestry, both psychologically and environmentally, but what does the future hold for these iconic boundary markers?
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The countryside's mental health epidemic
There is a mental health crisis brewing in the countryside - my new podcast seeks to shine a light on the issue
The Battle for Yew Tree Farm: urban expansion vs rural tradition
Catherine Withers, a farmer in Bristol for generations, fights to save Yew Tree Farm amid urban expansion and a cemetery proposal. The struggle reflects a national shift from rural to urban living over the past century...
The need for agricultural education
As the harvest ends and my schedule fills with farm management, media work, and inspiring the next generation of agriculture enthusiasts, there's a vital topic for me at hand: Why no GCSE in Agriculture for our future farmers?