The Oxford Real Farming Conference comes of age in its sell out 6th year
As it entered its 6th year this week, the Oxford Real Farming Conference (ORFC) brought together 650 farmers, growers, scientists and economists from across the globe for two days of talks, debates and hands on workshops, demonstrating a growing demand to challenge the status quo in agriculture. Over recent years, the conference has steadily been […]
GFIA 2015
The Global Forum for Innovations in Agriculture (GFIA) is an annual event, held in the capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi. Established in 2014, GFIA – which includes a the three-day conference and two day exhibition – is now into its second year and will take place from 9-11 March at the Abu […]
Roger Williams MP calls for extension of Grocery Code Adjudicator’s role
Sharp decreases in the price of commodities, such as milk, lamb and beef, have highlighted the limitations of the Grocery Code Adjudicator. Roger Williams MP asked the Minister responsible for Agriculture to extend the role, but was told that the present system satisfactory. Roger Williams commented afterwards: “Recent experience with the dramatic reduction in the […]
Cornwall to host the British Grassland Society (BGS) Summer Meeting 2015
Over 250 visitors are expected to visit some of Cornwall’s best livestock farms next July, as the county’s local grassland societies play host to the BGS Summer Meeting. This annual event brings together farmers, people working in the agricultural supply industry and academics to learn, network and enjoy a series of farm visits and […]
Cooperation is key to wool industry future
A joined up approach from everyone in the wool supply chain, from farmers to traders and through to manufacturers is key to the future of the wool sector delegates at last week’s British Wool Marketing Board conference were told. Addressing the conference Peter Ackroyd, President of the International Wool Textile Organisation and Chief Operating Officer […]
You shouldn’t have to inherit to get into farming
The agricultural industry needs new blood, and while the industry dates back many centuries, it can be vibrant in the modern era, with many exciting career opportunities. Entry into the industry should not simply be through inheritance. These were the main themes of George Eustice MP, Parliamentary under-Secretary of State, DEFRA, speaking at the annual […]
New intake of sheep farming ambassadors wanted
Around 75 young people in the sheep sector came together yesterday (Wednesday 12th November) for an ‘Inspiring the Next Generation’ conference and farm walk near Cirencester, Gloucestershire. The one-day event marked the culmination of the first year of the NSA Next Generation Ambassador Programme, which has seen 11 ambitious young sheep farmers from around the […]
FUW backs ‘Joint Opportunities Platform’ proposal
Delegates at the Farmers’ Union of Wales autumn conference heard how a new ‘Joint opportunities platform’ could pave the way for successful joint farming agreements in the future. Speaking after the conference yesterday (October 15), FUW president Emyr Jones, said: “It is clear that there needs to be an industry wide approach to explore and […]
Global Forum For Innovations In Agriculture (GFIA) wins best conference at 2014 Middle East Event Awards
The Global Forum for Innovations in Agriculture (GFIA), the world’s most influential event for the future of sustainable agriculture, has been recognised for its contribution to agricultural innovation by winning the prestigious “Best Conference” Award at the Middle East Event Awards ceremony, held recently in Dubai. GFIA was launched earlier this year in Abu Dhabi, […]
