Events
Farm of the Future: Diversification into insect farming
This webinar will provide an overview of some options for diversification into insect farming. The speakers will share insights into the potential economic and environmental benefits of insect farming in the UK, the opportunities in terms of markets and where to go for more information about this rapidly evolving sector.
The webinar will be guest chaired by Dr Nick Rousseau, CEO at the UK Edible Insect Association. He will be joined by Larry Kotch from Flybox, Thomas Farrugia from Beta Bugs and Emma Strong from Ento U.P.
There will be opportunity to ask questions live, or you can pre-submit a question to natashas@i4agri.org.
The webinar is free to all to attend live and the recording will be made available in the members area of the website following the event.
Soil and compost workshop
Tuesday 22nd October 10:30 - 15:00
Norton Court Farm, Marlpit Lane, Gloucester, Gl2 9LU
By kind permission of Debbie Wilkins, dairy farmer, soil farmer of the year finalist and Climate Farm Demo farmer.
The day is aimed at farmers who would like to learn more about soil health, management techniques and research into practical soil science. There will be a composting demo by the RAU team, followed by lunch and a farm walk around Debbie's arable and dairy farm.
This is an Esmee Fairbairn funded event for farmers. Places are limited to 25 attendees.
Farm of the Future - Future Farm Fuels
Thursday 31st October 14:00 - 19:00
Askham Bryan College, Askham Bryan, York, YO23 3FR
This event is an opportunity to explore the potential for gas fuels including hydrogen (H2) to replace fossil fuels on UK farms.
Speakers from NGN, JCB, H2 Boost and Energy Oasis, will cover the transition to alternative fuels and the future role of hydrogen powertrains on farms.
It will also showcase technologies which will make gas fuels a viable, 100% renewable energy alternative to diesel and other fossil fuel energy on farms across the UK.
Refreshments and a light supper will be provided.
Farm of the Future: Hampshire farm study tour
Farmers are invited to join RASE and Innovation for Agriculture for a two-day study tour in Hampshire.
The tour will include visits to several farms which have either implemented new technologies or taking an innovative approach to food production while increasing farm business resilience.
Dinner and overnight accommodation will be provided.
This event is being delivered by Innovation for Agriculture on behalf of RASE, funded by the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation. This event is free for farmers to attend, but registration is essential as places are strictly limited.
Farm of the Future: Making money from sheep using data, genetics and wool
6pm on Tuesday 12th November
Online via Zoom
This webinar will explore how use of data, genetics and finding a market for wool can increase the profitability of sheep enterprises. Speakers include:
- Jen Hunter and Andy Wear from Fernhill Farm
- Tim White from Exlana
- Frank Langrish
Holly Shearman from Innovation for Agriculture will be chairing the session.
There will be opportunity to ask questions live, or you can pre-submit a question to natashas@i4agri.org.
The webinar is free to all to attend live and the recording will be made available in the members area of the website following the event.
Farm of the Future: Yorkshire farm study tour
Farmers are invited to join RASE and Innovation for Agriculture for a two-day study tour in Yorkshire.
The tour will include visits to several farms which have either implemented new technologies or taking an innovative approach to food production while increasing farm business resilience.
Dinner and overnight accommodation will be provided.
This event is being delivered by Innovation for Agriculture on behalf of RASE, funded by the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation. This event is free for farmers to attend, but registration is essential as places are strictly limited.