Farming Forward: Innovation in Action

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This Farm of the Future event will bring together practical demonstrations, forward-thinking discussions, and real-world solutions for nature-friendly farming.

Date: Thursday, 12th June 2025
Time: 10:00am – 2:30pm
Location: Lackham Campus, Wiltshire College & University Centre, Lackham, SN15 2NY

What to expect

  • Dairy & AD plant tour – See the Biofactory modular anaerobic digestion system in action
  • Soils demonstration – In-field insights from the Innovation for Agriculture soils team
  • Workshop – A focused session exploring the future workforce and skills gaps and opportunities for new entrants in agriculture

Please note, this event is aimed at farmers and fully funded by the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation. 

Book your place here

Test Solutions, Practices and Technologies with ADOPT

Got a great idea or approach to boost your farm’s productivity or sustainability? The ADOPT fund and innovation Support Hub are here to help you trial real solutions, get expert support, and access funding – all tailored for farmers, growers and foresters in England.

 

  • Test your ideas on-farm with practical, farmer-led research
  • Get funding – for application support (£2,500), and full project support (£50,000 - £100,000)
  • Work with experts & other farmers to turn ideas into action

 

Start your process and contact the Support Hub

Apply through Innovate UK

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Connected Content

The agri-tech sector is vibrant and growing, with many exciting companies, organisations and networks are working to develop agri-tech solutions.

Innovation for Agriculture (IfA) is an independent knowledge exchange charity that aims to bridge the gap between science and practice. 

Innovation in agriculture refers to the development and implementation of new ideas, technologies, and practices in the agricultural sector.