Down to Earth - 15th June 2022

Down to Earth

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WHAT IS DOWN TO EARTH?​


Down to Earth is a new, one-day event tailored specifically for livestock farmers interested in understanding the principles behind the regenerative farming approach. Down to Earth will have something for everyone, whether you’re new to this topic and just curious, or a farmer looking for practical take-home strategies to implement and enhance what you are already doing on your farm, through to those who want to follow a full regenerative journey, then Down to Earth is for you.

Down to Earth will focus on the basic principles of healthy soils and regenerative agriculture, offering an arena where the whole industry can come together and address the opportunities, explore the facts and science surrounding its principles and see it in action.

Location

The Farm, Longnor, SY5 7PT

Why visit Down to Earth?​

Whether you’re about to start on your journey or a seasoned professional at this environmentally friendly farming approach – there’s something for everyone.

Visitors gain knowledge from;
  • Key industry speakers
  • Networking with like-minded individuals
  • Simple take home strategies
  • Understanding carbon management
  • Gather funding advice
  • Improving on farm standards
Gain practical knowledge:
  • Improving soil health
  • Maximizing Grass Management
  • Nutrient efficiencies
  • Bugs
  • Agro forestry
  • Optimizing Water care

Why is RABDF organising Down to Earth?​

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As pressure mounts for all livestock farming systems to become more sustainable, the RABDF has launched an event to offer practical face-to-face help to farmers. Down to Earth is focussed on Regenerative Farming. This sustainable farming method can help build a food system that meets the consumer’s needs, the animals and the environment.


Livestock farmers face unprecedented changes with diminishing farm payments, increasing pressures to farm in an environmentally sensitive way, and looming emissions targets. It’s inevitable, as a result of these mounting pressures, all farmers will have to make some changes to say in business.

In addition, food security is also becoming a cause for concern with the pandemic and the Ukrainian war thrusting it into the spotlight. The UK has some fantastic agricultural land and can utilise the uplands effectively with native breeds. So, finding ways to produce world-class food in an efficient and environmentally sensitive manner is a must!

BOOK YOUR VISITOR PLACE​

Registering for your visitor ticket is easy just clicking this button

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REGISTER NOW!

We advise that you pre-book your tickets to avoid possible queues on entry.

Ticket Prices

Adult (age 16+) – £15 (inc VAT)
Please note that £5 of your ticket cost will be donated to charity.
This year’s charity is Shropshire Rural Support (No. 1126085)
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They provides a free confidential service for Shropshire farmers and their families.
The charity is managed by a committee of trustees, all volunteers and work unpaid for the good of the rural community.

For more information, please visit https://shropshireruralsupport.org.uk/
Visiting Down to Earth is free of charge RABDF members, but you must register before you turn up on the day.
Please note that £5 of your ticket cost will be donated to charity.

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Chris F

Staff Member
Media
Location
Hammerwich
Some pictures from today. Really enjoyed it. Had a great feel to the day. Thanks to all the guys I spoke to and for the education when it comes to dairy.

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sjt01

Member
Mixed Farmer
Location
North Norfolk
Not up to my expectations I am afraid. Perhaps a good start, but on the farm walk there were far too many at the first talk station to be able to hear, so I jumped ship for the ADBA biogas show at the NEC (which has been declining over the past few years) and did some useful business there.
 

Chris F

Staff Member
Media
Location
Hammerwich
Not up to my expectations I am afraid. Perhaps a good start, but on the farm walk there were far too many at the first talk station to be able to hear, so I jumped ship for the ADBA biogas show at the NEC (which has been declining over the past few years) and did some useful business there.

Agree - need better PA system and more space to stand, so lots were left outside. Really hard to get a first show perfect though from experience.
 

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