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Another cohort of youngsters have joined the McDonald's Progressive Young Farmer programme, and for this careers special, three of them tell ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Guardian about their hopes for the future of the industry

In a bid to help foster better culture within the industry whilst also encouraging fresh talent from all walks of life into the sector, NFU Education has recently launched the AgriFuture Scholarship Programme in partnership with the British Veterinary Ethnicity and Diversity Society (BVEDS), focusing on diversity and inclusion

Arable farmer Richard West writes on his mixed feelings regarding Defra's extension of Countryside Stewardship Mid Tier agreements, decisions made in Government which do not account for the farming calendar and why farmers are proud to support the environment

For IVC Evidensia, the UK’s largest employer of veterinary profesionals, retaining and attracting talent is a challenge. But AgDiversity, an online training course, has provided accessible, relevant training that challenges perceptions

The Future Farmer Programme, run by Tesco and Harper Adams, helps British farmers under the age of 40 develop their skills in sustainable agriculture

Barnsley College student Jake Leighton writes on transitioning from the city to rural life, how he gained an appreciation for farming, and why he wants to help open doors to show that regardless of someone's background, farming is for everyone

Pembrokeshire Young ²ÝÁñÉçÇø' Club member Hannah Rees writes on neurodiversity in agriculture and why showing compassion could make a difference to someone's life

Lincolnshire farmer Rosie Finney writes on mental health in agriculture, commemorating her friend Alec Newlove who died last year, and why talking can be one of the most effective tools to support well-being

Defra had previously failed to confirm to ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Guardian if a meeting had taken place with NFYFC to discuss the possibility of ending discretionary funding for young farmers

Rhayader farmer Gethin Lewis writes on his passion for sheep shearing, winning numerous accolades over the years, and why asking for help is an invaluable lesson in farming and in life