Event
Hampshire farm study tour
A Farm of the Future two-day opportunity to hear from leading farm businesses, including about regen farming strategy, biodiversity and biomethane plant; lavender diversification; agroforestry and wildlife-friendly farming; retail diversification. Part of Countryside COP, bringing together the rural community and businesses to showcase and inspire activity ahead of COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, from 11 – 22 November 2024.
This Farm of The Future study tour is a fantastic opportunity to hear from leading farm businesses, gather ideas and see new solutions with a group of like-minded farmers. It will include:
- Leckford Estate Farm visit to see and hear more about their regenerative farming strategy. Including enhancing soils, farmland biodiversity and their biomethane plant
- Lavender diversification at Hartly Park Farm
- David Miller will share his learnings from 14 years of regenerative farming in a pre dinner talk
- Beer, chat, dinner & overnight accommodation at Norton Park Hotel
- Agroforestry and wildlife friendly farming at New House Farm with Andy Bason
- Newlyns farm shop sharing the challenges and opportunities of retail diversification
This is an Esmee Fairbairn funded study tour for farmers. Places are limited to 25 attendees. To apply for a place please complete the application form.
Now in its fourth year, Countryside COP provides a platform for anyone interested in the countryside to hear how the UK’s rural economy and agriculture can help tackle climate change and improve sustainability.
The Countryside COP allows the rural community and UK agriculture to set the agenda and will serve to amplify policy asks and other messaging through many voices.
For more information on Countryside COP 2024 events, go to https://agricology.co.uk/research-projects/countryside-cop4-04-08-november-2024/
