Ed Horton
2025
Ed’s runs the family farming business SS Horton & Sons, focussing mainly on the arable side of the business, having implemented large scale change over the arable area of 3,500ha, designing a “hybrid” farming system, utilising the 5 key principles of regen farming, as well as drawing inspiration for the organic sector. Ed is also growing a diverse range of cropping to capture niche & premium markets, with a strong focus on increasing biodiversity, soil health & water quality.
My Sessions
Cover Crop Clinic: I’m begging you for MERCI!
Ana Reynolds
Ian Gould
Ed Horton
Toby Simpson
Clive Wood
Dr Kelly Jowett
Angus Gowthorpe
An interactive cover crops and herbal leys workshop at the Earthworm Arms – refreshing alternative to a panel session! The Cover Crops Guide steering group will be digging into the most practical aspects of species selection, establishment, grazing, nutrient dynamics, and biodiversity – all with a firm focus on financial return and practically realising the […]
Teamwork Makes The Dream Work
Ian Wilkinson
Andrew Bullock
Clare Hill
Ed Horton
Whether it’s reducing inputs, increasing biodiversity or minimising tillage, having the support and buy-in of the whole team is essential to success. Involving people in the decision making, instead of telling them that they have to change, can make all the difference. The farmers on the panel will explain how they navigated changing farming techniques, […]
Seeding Changes with the AgriLeader Circle Live from Groundswell
Ana Reynolds
Izak Van Heerden
Ben Andrews
Sophie Gregory
Ed Horton
Tom Martin
Join a dynamic panel of farmers and changemakers as they explore how leadership rooted in real regenerative farming experience can help carry the Groundswell messages beyond the event. Hosted by the AHDB AgriLeader programme, this session shares personal insights from Groundswell on innovation, and the power of community to drive change and shape a more […]