Written by John Swire
Students at the Royal Agricultural University are rallying behind a campaign to stop the university selling its only farm.
The 622 acre Harnhill Manor farm is an integrated livestock and cropping system, part of which is managed organically and includes a 120-sow outdoor organic pig herd and a mule, Lleyn ewe breeding flock alongside a calf rearing enterprise.
Students are concerned at the drawbacks of this action, including depriving students of first hand practical experience and the negative message suggested about the future of the British farming industry.
The petition claims that Harnhill is an invaluable asset to the University, especially to those students who attend without a farming background. The petition asks for signatories to stand with students and alumni in convincing the University to withdraw the sale.
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