Save BBC Radio Lincolnshire's Farmwatch programme
The Issue
For 46 years, I have started my mornings listening to BBC Radio Lincolnshire's Farmwatch programme—a tradition that began with my dearly departed dad by my side. This programme has been an invaluable resource, deeply entwined with the rhythm of our farming community. It serves as an essential hub for farmers and those connected to agriculture, offering updates on local events, news, and vital information that impacts our livelihoods and fosters our connection as a community.
The decision to cut the Farmwatch programme after all these years feels like a potential signpost towards the disappearance of other crucial farming programmes in the area. BBC Radio Lincolnshire has been a steadfast companion for the farming community, helping to connect isolated rural areas and providing a focal point for the latest news and updates relevant to us. The loss of this programme would not only be a blow to tradition but also strip us of an important community asset.
Statistically, agriculture supports thousands of livelihoods in Lincolnshire and surrounding regions, contributing over £1.2 billion to the local economy annually. Farmwatch has been an emblem of this agricultural strength, promoting a sense of pride and solidarity. At a time when rural communities face challenges from technological changes, economic shifts, and environmental concerns, maintaining Farmwatch is more crucial than ever.
We have only 14 weeks to make our voices heard and persuade decision-makers at BBC Radio Lincolnshire to reconsider their decision. We must demonstrate the programme’s worth, not just historically, but its continuing relevance today. By highlighting the tradition and ties it has fostered, we can underscore the importance of Farmwatch to our identity and future.
I urge you to join me in this cause to save our beloved Farmwatch programme. Let’s keep this vital link alive for future generations to enjoy and benefit from, just as I did with my father. Please sign this petition to show your support and help ensure that BBC Radio Lincolnshire retains this cherished programme. Together, we can make a difference.
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The Issue
For 46 years, I have started my mornings listening to BBC Radio Lincolnshire's Farmwatch programme—a tradition that began with my dearly departed dad by my side. This programme has been an invaluable resource, deeply entwined with the rhythm of our farming community. It serves as an essential hub for farmers and those connected to agriculture, offering updates on local events, news, and vital information that impacts our livelihoods and fosters our connection as a community.
The decision to cut the Farmwatch programme after all these years feels like a potential signpost towards the disappearance of other crucial farming programmes in the area. BBC Radio Lincolnshire has been a steadfast companion for the farming community, helping to connect isolated rural areas and providing a focal point for the latest news and updates relevant to us. The loss of this programme would not only be a blow to tradition but also strip us of an important community asset.
Statistically, agriculture supports thousands of livelihoods in Lincolnshire and surrounding regions, contributing over £1.2 billion to the local economy annually. Farmwatch has been an emblem of this agricultural strength, promoting a sense of pride and solidarity. At a time when rural communities face challenges from technological changes, economic shifts, and environmental concerns, maintaining Farmwatch is more crucial than ever.
We have only 14 weeks to make our voices heard and persuade decision-makers at BBC Radio Lincolnshire to reconsider their decision. We must demonstrate the programme’s worth, not just historically, but its continuing relevance today. By highlighting the tradition and ties it has fostered, we can underscore the importance of Farmwatch to our identity and future.
I urge you to join me in this cause to save our beloved Farmwatch programme. Let’s keep this vital link alive for future generations to enjoy and benefit from, just as I did with my father. Please sign this petition to show your support and help ensure that BBC Radio Lincolnshire retains this cherished programme. Together, we can make a difference.
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Petition created on 28 September 2026