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From Catchments to Landscapes: Sustainable Water Management On-Farm

Join the LEAF team at Dyson Farming, to discover how farmers and land managers can best protect water and improve farm resilience.

EVENT FULLY BOOKED!

If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please email [email protected].


Where: Dyson Farming, Lincolnshire, LN4 2AY

During the day we will be delving deeper into water security in the UK and the innovative ways in which farming can protect and conserve this precious resource. Hear from expert speakers on topics ranging from climate change to the benefits of healthy wetlands and practical approaches for managing water on-farm.

We will be joined by leading industry experts from:

  • Cranfield University
  • Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust
  • WRAP UK
  • River Waveney Trust

There will also be an opportunity to tour Dyson Farming to see how the business is prioritising the quality and availability of water.

Event Agenda

10.00: Arrival and Refreshments

10.30: Welcome and Introductions

  • A roadmap towards UK water security for food and drink supply – WRAP UK
  • Future climate risks to UK agriculture and irrigation – Cranfield University
  • Catchment based approaches to protecting water and wetland habitats – Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust
  • The role of cluster groups and practical advice on managing on-farm water resources – River Waveney Trust’

13.00: Lunch and Networking

14.00: Tour of Dyson Farming

15.30: Closing Remarks and Departure


If you have any queries around the event, please email Megan Whatty, our IFM Network Coordinator.

This event is supported by the Aurora Trust as part of the LEAF Beacons of Excellence project