Agricology Blog

Read a selection of Alice, Janie and Phil's key session highlights and wider learnings from the Oxford Real Farming Conference 2026.

Lucy Bates introduces a new map launched by Sustainable Farm Networks and five case study farms (working at the extremes of the map) who are trying out progressive approaches and sharing their findings.

Matt Smee gives the lowdown on the first two roadshow events, highlighting some of the key messages and presenting a convincing case as to why you should attend the three coming up in 2026...

Browse our top 15 highlights from the 2026 Oxford Real Farming Conference schedule to feel inspired and help plan your visit.

Matt Smee tells you all you need to know about Agricology and AHDB’s Resilient Farm Roadshow – five upcoming events with Stephen Briggs and regional experts sharing tools for resilient, sustainable farming.

Alice Farmery reflects on her first experience of Groundswell, sharing some of her highlights and key learnings...

Phil Sumption reports from the Organic Field Days - the biennial meeting point for the German organic farming sector.

Planning your Groundwell itinerary can feel like an impossible task! We highlight some of the 2025 we think you won't want to miss.

This Agricology on-farm event brought together farmers, researchers and advisors in Yorkshire to explore a holistic approach to organic agriculture rooted in ecology, biodiversity, and community.

Bill Grayson shares his thoughts on Marianne Landzettel's new book, The Sustainable Meat Challenge: How to graze cattle, slaughter humanely and stay profitable.

We share some key learnings from the Farmers Weekly Transition Live event – a day filled with engaging panel discussions, farm walks, and insights into cutting-edge research and technology.

Living mulches promise soil health, weed suppression, and nitrogen fixation - but are they too good to be true? Henny Lowth explores the science, challenges, and practical insights behind managing living mulches in arable systems through a literature review.