I’m currently in my third year of my agricultural degree and am doing my dissertation research on "Why is mental health such a taboo subject in the agricultural community?” A link below takes you to a survey - it comprises of 6 multiple choice questions, is anonymous and takes less than a minute...
The innovative farm diversification event - Energy and Rural Business Show, will open its doors at The East of England Arena next year.
Following the success of the 2019 show in Telford, the event is poised for expansion, to meet the increasingly important need to provide lucrative farm...
For those looking to combine some travel and research, this could be for you. And for once it's not limited by age or background...
A new overseas research grant has been launched this week for those looking for new ways to help strengthen all aspects of rural life in the UK.
The Churchill...
Linking Environment and Farming Education (LEAF) is launching a brand-new initiative to inspire young people about farming, food production and the natural environment. Taking place between 3 and 14 June, we think this is a great initiative to help make that connection between food and farming...
A new magazine aimed at farmers and landowners with diversification plans is being launched later this month. Farm Diversity offers news and views from the industry on a range of agricultural topics, and also features the products and services which can help rural businesses make diversity a...
Positive news for the industry, but it does suggest diversification is a key consideration.
Over the next four years, the UK’s rural areas are predicted to see their economies grow more quickly than urban locations according to a new report.
The report, researched and written by the Centre for...
The investment management firm, Quilter Cheviot, is offering UK businesses the chance to win £30,000 of grant funding.
The firm is looking for the UK, Ireland and Jersey’s most innovative companies or individuals using innovation to benefit rural areas.
The Rural Innovation Programme has been...
We're looking to run a series of webinars on all things related to starting and growing a farm diversification project or rural business and want to know from you:
1. What time would best suit you for these to be aired? i.e. morning, noon or night
2. What type of topics would you like to see...
Hi, my name is Leonard.
I'm working on new agrotourism solution — farmguests.com
This is the platform for tourists, who want to visit farms and participate in different farm activities.
Now we have about 100 farms in 12 countries, and 1000 tourists every month looking for attractions.
The main...
Michael Gove has confirmed that the Agricultural Bill will be published before the end of July.
The Defra secretary was giving evidence at the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee (EFRA) on numerous issues when this announcement was made with his intention to bring the Agriculture Bill...
Large acreage wanted for unique naturally kept herd of horses and ponies, working with the land, conservation and the environment. Preferably secured with fencing and with water. Suffolk, Norfolk, The East.
North East Rural Awards
Award categories are:
Rural diversification award;
Best rural start-up Award;
Rural hero award;
Land-based apprenticeship award;
Tourism and hospitality award;
Farm Award - Small farm of the Year (up to 150 hectares);
Farm Award - Large farm of the...
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