The YoungStock

03/10/2023

Have you 'herd?'

There is a great milk vending machine in Wiltshire called Moo2Yoo , founded by Mat and Chrissie Crossman.

Milk is nutritionally so good for you!

🥛 packed with vitamins and calcium

🥛makes your teeth and bones strong

🥛 low in fat - honest!

🥛 locally produced

🥛 high in protein

There are many ways you can buy milk, whether thats from the farm gate, local farm shops or the supermarket.

It's a versatile product too. It can be drunk on its own, poured on cereal, added to puddings...the list goes on.

Don't forget to drink your glass today 😋

13/09/2023

Look out for this interview in an upcoming issue.....

The goats were very friendly! Some cool facts coming your way 🐐

👩‍🌾Inspiring Youngsters 👩‍🌾 to value the British countryside, food and farming, couldn’t be more paramount in my eyes. So to be approached by Emma, editor and self publisher of The YoungStock Magazine, for an interview, was a real honour! Aimed at children 7-11 years, this monthly subscription magazine is a great 🎁 present idea. Also a Wiltshire farming girl, mother and entrepreneur, I think it is safe to say Emma and I were sorry we didn’t have more time to spend with one another, and a glass or two of wine !🍷. Next time 😜 P.S Did you know I host Educational Visits on our farm? Schools and children’s clubs visit free, and adult groups require a minimum of 15 people with prices starting at £15/person. Do get in touch to discuss your group and their interests, to tailor a visit in 2024

07/09/2023

Just wanted to share the news that Emma of The YoungStock has been nominated and selected to be a finalist at this years South West Farmer Awards, in the category Inspirational Woman in Agriculture.

Getting this far is an achievement in itself.

The YoungStock is a passion and labour of love , but most importantly a key piece of reading material for all our future farmers.

06/09/2023

This week has been love lamb week.

Lamb is my favourite roast dinner meat, but there are many other dishes that can be created with lamb.

Show your support to our sheep farmers by supporting

Don't forget to and

03/09/2023

🎉 September Birthday Board 🎉

Happy Birthday to Ava Richardson who was 10 on the 1st September.

Here she is busy helping out with the milking.

If you would like to nominate someone to have a birthday shout out, please email www.theyoungstock.com.

28/08/2023

Calling all Pumpkin Patch farmers.

Halloween is approaching, and your pumpkin patches must be in full swing of growing. Not long until you invite many ghosts and ghouls onto your farms to pick their favourite pumpkin, ready for carving.

Would you like a free listing of your patch in the magazine?

In return I would love for you to share The YoungStock to your visitors. I can provide flyers and we can even collaborate on here!

If you are interested please PM or email [email protected]

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26/08/2023

Today is International Dog Day.

Many of us have pet dogs, they are of course 'man's best friend' but they are super important to the rural community, not just as friends but as work colleagues too.

There are many breeds that live and work in the countryside.

🐶 Spaniel breeds which help on pheasant shoots

🐶 Sheepdog breeds that work livestock - cattle and sheep

🐶 Rural rescue dogs

No matter whatever size, shape, breed or colour our canine friends play a significant role in our lives.

*pic of my working dog with her favourite toy

19/08/2023

Super thankful to Farmers Guardian for featuring my story this week, and to be mentioned alongside some great farming ambassadors!

18/08/2023

Do you know about the Countryside Code?

This code is a set of guidelines to help farmers, land owners and the public to stay safe and respectful in the countryside.

Follow our roadmap below to help you learn the rules.

Or visit www.theyoungstock.com

To buy your August copy and keep the roadmap forever.

We also have an interview with One Girl and Her Dogs Emma Gray, and articles on tractors, pigs and try our yummy recipe.

09/08/2023

Did you know that reading books or magazines can make you more understanding of words and people?

There are many benefits of reading...

📖 Helps you to explore dreams and thoughts

📖 Become a better writer

📖 Improves concentration

📖 Gain knowledge

📖 Relaxing

Here at The YoungStock we love reading!! And not just our magazine but books too!

In fact, over the summer holidays, why not sign up with your local library to complete run by .

Head over to ⬇️

https://summerreadingchallenge.org.uk/

Don't forget to tell us if you find a book you love and would recommend to other readers.

05/08/2023

Today I was super lucky to meet Bert and his brother at a wet Tenbury Countryside Show

Soggy weather and muddy conditions didn't stop us pulling silly faces!! 😜

02/08/2023

Have you made your pledge yet?

Head over to Farmers Guardian website link ⬇️

https://www.farmersguardian.com/sponsored-hub/farm24

It's not too late to download and print off your card. Let's show everyone how cool farming is

01/08/2023

August issue coming to your door soon!

This issue is jam packed full of machinery and farm diversification articles, how to follow the Countryside Code and a great interview with shepherdess and dog trainer Emma Gray One Girl and Her Dogs

29/07/2023

This week has been super busy at The Royal Welsh Show!

It's been great to meet so many people including the team from AHDB Dairy.

I met Danielle from who kindly had some of your magazines on her stand.

I was also very lucky to meet the super Cammy from The Sheep Game He loved the magazine which was great!

Who else was there and what did you see?

21/07/2023

'Can Salmon tell me about aquaculture?'

MOWI Salmon UK Mowi Scotland have kindly told us all about aquaculture and the importance of it.

Did you know that 2030, 62% of all seafood for human consumption will come from aqauculture.

Thank you for sponsoring our July issue and sharing all things fish farming.

Dont forget to buy your July issue to learn about all these interesting facts and see our yummy fish cake recipe too! 😋

19/07/2023

Farm Safety

Farms are great places to play, have fun and learn new things. But they can have many hazards, making them a dangerous place to be.
Some hazards are easy to spot, and others may not be. You must try and keep your wits about you.

🚜 When tractors are moving around the yard you must think, can the driver see you? Make sure you wear bright clothing

🏍 Tractors aren't the only moving vehicles, there could be quad bikes, lorries or even sprayers.

🐄 All farm animals can be unpredictable, especially new mums. Just give the livestock plenty of space, and do not be alone with them.

🧱 Objects such as ladders, machinery parts and even bales could fall on us. It is also unsafe to climb ladders or bales, just in case you fall.

💩 Slurry pits contain large quantities of muck and liquid manure. Make sure you STAY AWAY from these, as falling in could cause you serious harm!

❗️ Remember to tell an adult where you are going, wear bright clothes and watch those tractors or livestock!

Stay safe for today, tomorrow, forever!

16/07/2023

Today is

This delicious treat is made from milk, produced by cows. Cow's milk can be made into so many yummy things, but we think ice cream could quite possibly be the best? 😋

What is your favourite flavour?

15/07/2023

👀 Look who turned up on my doorstep this week.

🎨 Our new mascot, sporting the colours of the magazine.

🤔 But what do we call him?

✍️ Drop your suggestions below or email

[email protected].

This little chap will be having lots of adventures for sure!!

12/07/2023

We would like to wish Jasper Freeman a happy birthday, from us here at The YoungStock.

🎉 If you know someone who has an upcoming birthday and you would like them to feature on our new birthday board, drop us a message! 🎊

10/07/2023

Today is...

🐝 Don't Step on a Bee Day

Bees are wonderful little insects that provide us with many benefits.

🌼 They are great pollinators. This means they pick up pollen from one plant and deliver it to another plant, allowing fertilisation. Movement of this pollen results in more flowers, fruit and seeds.

🍯 Bee's are very good at making honey. Have you tried some on toast? Or over your cereal?

🌳 Did you know that Bees pollinate trees too? This means more trees are sown, providing habitats for lots of small mammals, birds, and insects.

🦶 Walking bare feet in the grass could mean you stand on one if our precious buzzy friends, and it will hurt too!! So please 'bee' careful.

07/07/2023

⭐️ The July issue is out! ⭐️

We have some great articles this month with special faces.....watch this space!

Plenty of facts and fun, recipes and career.

28/06/2023

⭐️ Are you a small business looking to advertise?

⭐️ Would you like to feature your farm diversification?

⭐️ Are you a reader wishing to be featured?

We are on the lookout for small businesses, farming companies, farm shops - anybody who has a vested interest in educating our future farmers! to appear in the magazine showcasing our great industry.

📄 There are small advert options

📢 Shout out about your business

🙋‍♂️Meet the Reader section

🙋‍♀️ Junior interview section

⭐️ Collaboration is key - please help!

07/06/2023

As someone who has recently had the stress of losing a farm, worrying about housing the cows, alongside personal issues, financial worries and stress I can relate to farming challenges!!

I have been incredibly lucky to keep a handful of supporters on my magazine journey.

But I'm bouncing back 💪

It's OK to not be ok.

This hero is Oliver Harrison OllyBlogs. Along with a team of three other people, he will be driving this CLAAS Combine Harvester from John o' Groats to Land's End, all in aid of Mind and Children with Cancer UK. This epic 875-mile journey will take Olly past our Lockerbie site next week, where he will have a quick refuelling pitstop - stay tuned for more information!
You can see the route and donate if you can at https://www.justgiving.com/team/combinejogle

25/05/2023

Good idea!!

Are you excited?! This year’s starts next month!!
From 5-16 June, schools across the UK will be putting farming in the spotlight with our new primary and secondary teaching materials and resources.
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Get involved!
👉www.countrysideclassroom.org/farmingfortnight

02/03/2023

Today is World Book Day.

I know The YoungStock isn't strictly a book, but it does have words and pages and hopefully encourages children to read.

Did you know that only 3 in 10 children read on a daily basis?
(statistics National Literacy Trust)

This is lower compared to previous years, which is why I started the magazine in the first place! To engage children into the joy of a good read, by immersing yourself in words you can learn so much.

Has your son or daughter dressed up as an agricultural influencer for school today? Or maybe a farmer ?

It would be great to see them, so share away 😁

21/02/2023

What a better way to spend a Tuesday than by eating a delicious homemade pancake using British grown ingredients such as eggs, flour and milk 😋

Topped off with honey or ice-cream.

08/02/2023

Thanks goes to all our farmers out there who produce delicious, nutritious dairy products for us to enjoy!

31/01/2023

Hi everyone ☺️

I've been a bit quiet lately.

But thank you to some lovely ladies on a farming page The Artful Farmer's Wife I am now back on board.

I wanted to share an event that's coming up which I am involved with. It's for cattle enthusiasts, who wish to learn more about show cattle selection, prepping, grooming and much more.

I will be there ☺️

Staffordshire County Showground is a multi purpose venue hosting a variety of events and functions all year round. With a wide range of exhibition halls, conference suites and outdoor facilities, the Showground has the capacity to host events large and small. Situated in 70 acres of the very best St...

20/01/2023

It's a feeding and feeling kinda Friday.

When I started this magazine I wanted to share my journey with you all. To share my farming antics - highs and lows.

The last 6 months have been hard! Personal circumstances, plus the postal strike have affected my little project (business)

But...its a New Year! And I'm working very hard to get it sorted 💪

I would really like some willing volunteers to feature so if you want to share your own journey, pictures of you farming or maybe some of the recipes you've tried then let's see them! 😁

Have a fun Friday 🥳

04/01/2023

As farmers we all know the health benefits of milk. It is a versatile product that can be made or used to make other yummy products.

So...drink more milk 🥛

HS front line doctor and TV presenter Dr Ranj Singh is encouraging the public to drink more milk to ensure they receive the benefits of vitamin B12.