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This week's 6 top farming stories

From Jeremy Clarkson's partnership with a mental health service to taking the lead on livestock worrying - these are six farming stories not to miss this week on FG

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This week's 6 top farming stories

1. The Farmers Guardian podcast: #farm24 special guest hosted by Amy Wilkinson

In a special one-off podcast, guest-hosted byÌýFarmers GuardianÌýcolumnist and farmer Amy Wilkinson, go behind-the-scenes atÌýFarmers GuardianÌýHQ to see how our epic digital campaign 24 Hours in Farming unfolds.

2. Taking the Lead on livestock worrying: "Ultimately, this baseless crime must end and it can only do so through respect"

Reporter Chris Brayford discusses the impact livestock worrying can have on farmers and why respect from dog owners for the countryside is paramount to solving the problem in the future.

3.ÌýAbolishing inheritance tax could 'harm' the future of tenant farmers and landowners

Farming organisations have warned the abolition of Agricultural Property Relief (APR) in the Government's next budget in October could cause 'significant harm' to both landowners and tenant farmers.

4.ÌýHarvest 24: High temperatures taking their toll on late-drilled crops

Following a welcome break from the rain over the past 10 days, many arable farmers have been reporting excellent yields after what has undoubtedly been one of the trickiest seasons on record.

5.ÌýGlobal agricultural and economic challenges reflected in machinery demands

Climatic changes, global conflict, political uncertainty, and high financial costs have put pressure on farm businesses worldwide, with demand for new machinery taking an impact.

6.ÌýJeremy Clarkson sets up partnership to provide farmers with free mental health support

Clarkson's FarmÌýstar Jeremy ClarksonÌýhas announced a new partnership with aÌýmental healthÌýservice to support farmers with their well-being.

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