Lydia Lishman

Agricology and the University of Reading have been awarded a DEFRA Environmental Land Management scheme test to research in partnership, how effective videos and podcasts are as tools to learn about farming practices. As part of this study we are conducting a series of focus groups and an online survey for farmers to understand their preferences and experiences of using these tools.

Agricology has been awarded a DEFRA ELM Test in partnership with the University of Reading to research how effective videos and podcasts are as tools to learn about farming practices. As part of this study we are conducting a survey for farmers to understand their preferences and experiences of using these tools.

Short Agricology video reflecting on the stoic efforts nationwide of all those who care for livestock and crops.

Do you want to support nature-friendly farming, address climate change and ensure a secure supply of nutritious food for all? We are urging you to take action by writing to your MP now to let him / her know that the new Agriculture Bill needs to support a more resilient, diverse food system.

Helen Browning, Chief Executive of the Soil Association and farmer at Eastbrook Farm in North Wiltshire introduces the farming enterprise which includes their 200 saddleback sows.

Roller crimper method to kill off cover crops, and direct drilling into the mulch, and the impacts on weeds and soil health.

This year Agricology returns to ORFC hosting the Agroecology in Practice Room (Assembly Room) and discussions in the St Aldates room, together with the PFLA and Soil Association.

A summary of the discussions to be held in the Agricology Discussion Tent at Groundswell 2019

Lydia Lishman reports back form The 2019 Oxford Real Farming Conference (ORFC) where conversations focused on the challenges ahead for the UK’s food and farming sector.