Transition Exeter

An opportunity to learn more about utilising conservation management as a whole farm/garden policy, not just bolting bits on but actually making conservation work for the health of your farm/garden and the environment. The aim is to improve the flora and fauna of your farm improve your yields and reduce the need for inputs and energy use. The seminar is inter-active you will be expected to do some work and participate in the workshop sessions.

The day will include discussions of your own farm’s conservation and how it has to work for you; what you need, what you can realistically achieve and how to establish and look after it.

There will be a workshop on what conservation features can you develop on your farm/garden, and a farm walk to study conservation in action.

The day includes tea, coffee and a delicious three course organic lunch prepared from fresh farm produce.

Cost: £65 per person or £45 for commercial growers. Soil Association members.

More info: www.trillfarm.co.uk/courses.php