With each generation that passes, our understanding of the abundance of nature is muted- and we forget just how much we’ve lost. Younger farmers, familiar with today’s depleted landscapes, may not realise the scale of decline witnessed by older generations. This panel explores shifting baseline theory, and highlights the role farmers, policymakers, and technology has […]

Government support is critical to enable farmers to transition to more sustainable and nature-friendly practices, but recent changes to farming policy and restricted access to new schemes this year have left many farmers considering further intensification to make ends meet. This not only risks impacting the natural environment, but also undermines the future of farm […]

Nitrogen is vital for farming, yet arable systems lose most of it, wasting resources and harming nature. With only 11% efficiency across the lifecycle, it’s time to rethink nutrient circularity. This session explores how improving nutrient use at farm, catchment and national levels can cut pollution and boost farm resilience.

Building on pioneering collaborations between farmers and researchers, this April Defra launched the ADOPT fund supporting farmer-led trials at scale. It features an innovation support Hub and more accessible funding so farmers can get in the driving seat and tackle the real challenges that affect their businesses. This session by the Agricultural Universities Council in […]