P.X. Farms Podcast

In this episode we head to LAMMA at the National Exhibition Centre, one of the biggest dates in the UK farming calendar, to catch up with the latest machinery, technology and conversations shaping modern agriculture. Joined by Tom Lamb, we walk the show floor meeting industry leaders and exhibitors, including Grange Machinery, Fendt, and a close look at the Mercedes-Benz Unimog. Along the way, we...

Winter on the farm is all about preparation, repairs and getting ahead for the season to come. In this episode, we take you behind the scenes at P.X. Farms as we work through a long list of winter jobs that keep the business moving. We start by expanding our oil storage and heading into the workshop, where winter maintenance is in full swing. After a Toyota Hilux crash, the repair process begins,...

In this episode we head out to visit Tom Lamb for a full behind-the-scenes tour of his farm, and it quickly becomes clear this is no ordinary operation. From building his own welding table and inspection pit to running a CNC plasma cutter, Tom shows how engineering, innovation and farming can work hand in hand. We look at how fields are being mapped for custom RTK, explore Tom’s award-winning inve...

We’re back for the New Year and straight into the detail as we head out to the Agrii site at Throws Farm to kick off 2026 properly. After some time away, James gets back up to speed on what’s changed, what’s coming, and where the pressure points are for UK farming this season. In this episode we take a deep dive into crop trials, bio-stimulants and soil variability, asking the big question many gr...

Eighteen months ago, P.X. Farms looked very different to what you see today. In this first episode of the P.X. Farms Podcast, we sit down at the farm to look back on the last year and a half, the decisions that shaped the business, the machinery moves that paid off (and those that didn’t), the pressure behind the scenes, and how documenting it all on YouTube changed the journey. Viewers have seen...

Winter work is well underway at P.X. Farms and there’s no slowing down. In this episode we’re loading out 3,000 tonnes of barley, keeping grain moving while the weather closes in and the yard stays busy. Alongside the haulage operation, we take a closer look at how we’re managing farm finances, balancing cash flow, ongoing investments, and the realities of running a large-scale agricultural busine...

In today’s video we take a deep look at how P.X. Farms has transformed over the past 14 months — from major yard development to preparing the site for our brand-new workshop. With drilling behind us, it's time to reset, repair and prepare for the year ahead. We start by polishing the tractors until they shine, before showing the incredible progress across the yard as groundworks continue for t...

In today’s video we welcome Dr Mark Glover from Agrii for a deep dive into biostimulants—what they are, how they work, and where they could fit into commercial UK arable systems. With input costs rising and margins tightening, could biostimulants play a role in building crop resilience, rooting strength and yield stability? We also share our full reaction to Rachel Reeves’ latest budget, discussin...

Today we head to the Cheffins Machinery Auction for a full behind-the-scenes look at how farm machinery is bought, sold, and shipped around the world. From understanding how professional agricultural auctions work to seeing the incredible range of tractors, tools, and equipment on offer, this is a rare insight into one of the biggest trading hubs in UK agriculture. We follow James as he debates wh...

In today’s video, we face a major challenge as archaeological test sites cut through large areas of our farm, all at this stage without any compensation. While we fully respect the importance of protecting history, the disruption to farming operations is very real, and we show you exactly what this means on the ground. Alongside the trial pits being dug, the team continues pushing hard with yard l...

In this very special episode, we travel across the Atlantic to Trinidad, the heart of global fertiliser production, to see where the UAN (Urea Ammonium Nitrate) that powers modern agriculture is made. We’re joined by Hannah and Brenton from Proman, one of the world’s leading producers of ammonia and UAN, as we go behind the scenes of their massive manufacturing plant, from the chemistry of ammonia...

It’s the moment we’ve all been waiting for… the £250 Shed of Dreams bet between James and Gordon is finally settled! After weeks of anticipation, we find out once and for all if the combines actually fit inside the shed. But that’s not all — there’s plenty happening across the farm this week. From hydraulic repairs on the Horsch Terrano and rolling the new driveways, to spraying near completion, a...

In this episode, we head north to visit Bogenraith Equestrian Centre, one of Scotland’s most advanced and beautifully designed equestrian and farming facilities. We meet the family behind the business and speak with Liam, the farm manager, about how he found his way into agriculture and the challenges of farming in Scotland in November. From the state-of-the-art menage and biomass boiler to their...

In this video, we step inside one of the most futuristic developments in British agriculture — vertical farming. Joined by the team at Agrii, we explore how crops can be grown in towers, how seeds are sown, and the energy required to run such a system. We take a deep dive into whether vertical farming can be considered organic, and what its role could be in the future of UK agriculture. From insid...

We travelled to Agritechnica 2025 — the world’s largest agricultural machinery show — to explore the future of farming with some of the biggest names in the industry. From the John Deere 9RX and the Claas Axion 9 to the brand-new Fendt 1052, we take you on an exclusive walk-through of the latest and most powerful machines on display. We catch up with Trevor Tyrell from Claas, check out Horsch’s in...

In one of the most important agricultural discussions of the year, we attend the Institute of Agricultural Management Conference, where some of the biggest names in UK farming share their views on the future of the industry. This comes at a pivotal moment, with Velcourt recently announcing they are serving notice on certain land, signalling a major strategic shift in response to rising input costs...

Charles & Dean are a credit broker, not a lender. Credit subject to status, 18+, T&C's apply. Indemnities may be required. Farming isn’t just about soil, crops and machinery, it’s a business that needs careful cash flow management, financial planning, and technology investment to thrive. In this episode, we’re joined by Tom Perkins from Charles & Dean, who walks us through the proc...

Autumn is in full swing at P.X. Farms, and there’s no shortage of jobs to get through! We kick off with Emmy’s drone lessons before tackling ivy overgrowing the fences, beginning long-awaited Toyota Hilux repairs, and getting Tilly Tests underway. Work continues on the Shed of Dreams with new concrete panelling, but not without battling the return of that infamous sticky clay! In the grain store,...

High winds have brought fences down, combines are still not safely back in the Shed of Dreams, and punctures on the Horsch Sprinter are holding up progress. As if that wasn’t enough, the team are still dealing with the aftermath of the combine header crash from a few weeks ago. Meanwhile, all eyes are on Rachel Reeves’ upcoming Winter Budget, with uncertainty surrounding farming policy, taxation,...

It’s another busy week at P.X. Farms as we take you behind the scenes to show what really happens when the drills stop and the logistics take over. We kick things off by loading lorries for the weekend, giving you a rare look into how our haulage operation keeps the wheels of British agriculture turning, from load documentation to delivery logistics. Henry joins us in the field to share his agrono...

In this week’s video, we’re planning on heading out contract ploughing as winter work begins at P.X. Farms! With Big G leading the charge, we show how our team keeps operations running smoothly even when the combines are parked up. Back at the farm, Spaldings join us to test-fit new subsoiler legs, we get new tyres on the Horsch Sprinter, and attempt to straighten out the damaged header trailer be...

In this week’s video, we take you on a tour of our Lincolnshire farms to explore how we’re diversifying beyond traditional agriculture. From renovating old buildings into luxury Airbnbs to creating new revenue opportunities like menage installations and rural property lets, we’re adapting our business to stay resilient for the future. Join Simon as he discuss' the return on investment, the pro...

A hectic week on the farm as wet weather halts fieldwork, and to make things worse, a combine header trailer collides with a building, bending the chassis and leaving us with plenty to fix! With drilling complete, the team gets stuck into yard levelling, machinery maintenance, and post-emergence spraying to keep progress moving. We’re joined by Tom from  @Grassmen  for a look around, and there’s e...

The crops are up and looking strong across P.X. Farms! In this episode, we take a close look at how our RGT Hexton wheat is establishing as we push for record-breaking yields, even as milling premiums continue to fall. James shares his thoughts on what’s shaping up to be one of the best drilling campaigns yet, while Andrew Creasey checks emergence and plant counts across the Field Of Dreams. Meanw...

Drilling 2025 is officially complete! In this video we celebrate wrapping up the season as the final beans are drilled with the Horsch Sprinter. With the big job behind us, attention now turns to the workshop as we start repairs, repaint the subsoiler, and service the fleet before everything gets put away. Along the way, we catch up with Simon from S&A Buildings, check in on James’ acorns, rep...