Generation Regeneration at Ty Mawr Farm

A Next Generation Case Study Event

A 2-day Emergent Generation gathering for young people at Ty Mawr Farm exploring access to land, being a new entrant, farm tenancies, vision, business planning, sustainable farming and regenerative thinking. 

At this unique on-farm knowledge sharing and networking opportunity, we will:

● Outline how farm tenancies work and how to apply and plan. 

● Hear from experts and role models from within the industry. 

● Explore and help shape the future plans at Ty Mawr. 

● Provide a challenging case study environment to explore how you would approach a farming tenancy. 

● Share knowledge and barriers on entry to the industry. 

● Discuss how an estate and its tenant farmers are planning to be productive and have a significant environmental impact. 

● Consider the concepts of sustainability, regenerative farming and agroecology.

Context 

Dan and Ellie Smith established Roots In in 2024 and moved to Ty Mawr with the view to develop a farm that is welcoming to all, and acts as a learning hub. Ellie is a horticultural therapist for a national charity, an equine grazing consultant and a skilled creative. Dan is a farmer, regenerative consultant and is completing a Nuffield Scholarship titled Generation Regeneration. 

Ty Mawr is an 200-acre ex dairy farm and part of the wider Old Land’s Regenerative Cluster. As part of this, the cluster offers consultancy to estates wishing to transition into a regenerative system. This often presents an opening for those with the correct mindset. 

At the start of a tenancy Ty Mawr still presents as a blank canvas and therefore there is huge opportunity for exploring novel ideas, and still room for those with great ideas, to be part of it. 

Who’s The Event For? 

This event is for all young farmers, growers and advisors (18 –35) looking to take their first and second steps in the industry. 

We welcome participants from different backgrounds, demographics and experiences including members of Emergent Generation, Young Farmers Club, McDonald’s Progressive Young Farmers and OFC Breaking Barriers Alumni.

The Plan For The Two Days 

Day 1: 

● Blank Canvas Farm Tour and Farm History. 

● Industry professional step-by-step guide to farm rental structures and finance.

● Small group case study, a chance to explore what you would do with a similar opportunity. This will be supported by respected members of the sector. A chance for innovation, collaboration and boundary pushing in a trusted and empowering environment.

● Guest speaker and social evening. 

Day 2: 

● Presentation and feedback of case study. 

● Group discussion on barriers to turning ideas into action. 

● Presentation on plan at Ty Mawr and those involved in making it happen.

● New era of farming exploration and how to move forward. 

Food and Accommodation 

Food and non alcoholic drinks will be provided. (Please do bring alcohol for evening) Included: Lunch on the 10th, Evening of 10th, Lunch on the 11th. 

Camping is available on site if required. This could be extended for the weekend if desired. There are several local hotel/ AirBnB options. 

Funding
A £25 ticket secures a place. If you feel this is a barrier to you joining us, please email a bursary request. We are keen to make this event accessible to all.
This event’s main sponsor is McDonald’s, who also sponsor Dan’s Nuffield Scholarship. The remainder is sponsored by the Roots In Partnership and local supporters.

Booking
Please book/enquire via: roots_in@hotmail.com
Joining and further details will then be provided.