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January
21jan8:30 am10:30 amBCM Wilson Hill Inheritance Tax SeminarTues 21 Jan 8:30–10:30 Harvey Browns
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BCM Wilson Hill are teaming up with Moore South and Glanvilles Damant to bring you a breakfast seminar on the new inheritance tax legislation and the impacts on
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BCM Wilson Hill are teaming up with Moore South and Glanvilles Damant to bring you a breakfast seminar on the new inheritance tax legislation and the impacts on farms and owner managed businesses.
Email sabutler@bcmwilsonhill.co.uk to register your interest.
Time
January 21, 2025 8:30 am - 10:30 am(GMT+00:00)
February
01feb7:00 pmIOW Gilten Market DinnerSat 1 Feb @ The Fighting Cocks 7pm for 7:30pm Tickets £40
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The Isle of Wight ‘Gilten’ Dinner is booked for Saturday 1st February @ The Fighting Cocks 7pm arrival for 7:30pm start Tickets are £40 per person for 3 courses Please contact Matt Legge
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Please contact Matt Legge if you would like to attend – mjlfarming@gmail.com / 07710 493534
See Facebook for further details
Time
February 1, 2025 7:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
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Join the Garlic Farm at their restaurant for presentations from industry experts Becky, Jess, and Neville, exploring the symbiotic relationship between greenhouse gas emissions, biodiversity, and profitable production. Becky will demonstrate
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Join the Garlic Farm at their restaurant for presentations from industry experts Becky, Jess, and Neville, exploring the symbiotic relationship between greenhouse gas emissions, biodiversity, and profitable production.
Becky will demonstrate a practical but powerful tool to measure on-farm emissions and dispel myths about carbon efficiency. Jess will highlight the urgent need for biodiversity protection as an integral part of agricultural success. Neville will share examples of balancing emissions and ecosystem services alongside production.
Whether you’re an active farmer, land manager, or simply interested in the food system, please come and help us explore how agriculture can be part of the solution to achieving net-zero goals. The topics raised will be hopefully relevant to all those who eat food! Becky from Farm Carbon Toolkit is making the trip over from the mainland especially, with many thanks to Isle of Wight National Landscape’s support.
The evening is free to attend though booking is essential.
EVENT: Farm Net Positive: Carbon Balance and Biodiversity, with Profit – The Garlic Farm
Time
February 11, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
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We have booked Stephen Woodley to share his expertise as an agronomist to guide farmers & land managers in understanding how agronomic practices align with SFI standards. Topic focus include: –
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We have booked Stephen Woodley to share his expertise as an agronomist to guide farmers & land managers in understanding how agronomic practices align with SFI standards.
Topic focus include:
– Soil Health: Managing soil organic matter and achieving SFI soil standards.
– Nutrient Management: Practical strategies to reduce input use while maintaining productivity.
– Integrated Pest Management (IPM): Adopting SFI-friendly approaches to pest and weed control.
This workshop involves an indoor presentation plus practical outdoor experience, e.g. examples of good practice etc; please dress appropriately.
Please book into either the morning session at 10-1 OR the afternoon session 12-3. A complimentary lunch will be provided for both groups at 12 noon providing an excellent opportunity for networking and informal discussions; please let us know of any dietary requirements in advance.
Book tickets here
Time
February 20, 2025 10:00 am - 1:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
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We have booked Stephen Woodley to share his expertise as an agronomist to guide farmers & land managers in understanding how agronomic practices align with SFI standards. Topic focus include: –
Event Details
We have booked Stephen Woodley to share his expertise as an agronomist to guide farmers & land managers in understanding how agronomic practices align with SFI standards.
Topic focus include:
– Soil Health: Managing soil organic matter and achieving SFI soil standards.
– Nutrient Management: Practical strategies to reduce input use while maintaining productivity.
– Integrated Pest Management (IPM): Adopting SFI-friendly approaches to pest and weed control.
This workshop involves an indoor presentation plus practical outdoor experience, e.g. examples of good practice etc; please dress appropriately.
Please book into either the morning session at 10-1 OR the afternoon session 12-3. A complimentary lunch will be provided for both groups at 12 noon providing an excellent opportunity for networking and informal discussions; please let us know of any dietary requirements in advance.
Book tickets here
Time
February 20, 2025 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
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Sat 22 Feb 10-4 Parkdown Barns, Calbourne Road, Newport PO30 4HP By kind permission of Mr and Mrs Mike Morris. The Isle of Wight Hedgerow Group exists to encourage the
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Sat 22 Feb 10-4 Parkdown Barns, Calbourne Road, Newport PO30 4HP
By kind permission of Mr and Mrs Mike Morris.
The Isle of Wight Hedgerow Group exists to encourage the planting of new hedges and the good management of existing ones, and to promote the art of hedgelaying. The group organises the annual Isle of Wight Hedgelaying Competition and is made up of individuals and organisations on the Isle of Wight who are interested in hedgerows.
Hedgelaying is the traditional way of managing hedges throughout much of England and Wales. It creates a thick barrier from untidy, gappy and straggling hedges. Stems are cut most of the way through so that they can be bent over without damaging them. This traditional country skill declined for much of the 20th century, and at one time looked as though it would die out. However a revival in the late 20th century came from an influx of amateur hedgelayers who now keep the craft alive as a hobby, as well as a small but growing number of professionals who find their services in demand when landowners realise the aesthetic and historic value of a real laid hedge.
- A well laid hedge forms a stock-proof barrier;
- Laying a hedge rejuvenates it by encouraging it to put on new growth;
- Laid hedges are thick and not gappy, giving greater protection to crops and particularly to wildlife;
- A laid hedge looks pleasing and forms a living part of the heritage of our landscape.
Time
February 22, 2025 10:00 am - 4:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
27feb9:15 am3:15 pmIsle of Wight Farming Conference 2025Striking the Right Balance
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Join us at the inaugural Isle of Wight Farming Conference for a day of learning, networking and celebrating all things agricultural on the Island. Date and time: Thursday 27 February 2025 09:15 – 15:15 Location: East
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Join us at the inaugural Isle of Wight Farming Conference for a day of learning, networking and celebrating all things agricultural on the Island.
Date and time: Thursday 27 February 2025 09:15 – 15:15
Location: East Afton Farmhouse, Newport Road, Yarmouth PO40 9UF
Welcome to the Isle of Wight Farming Conference! Join us at East Afton Farmhouse for a day filled with insightful and challenging industry discussions, including a keynote speech and panel sessions. Whether you’re a seasoned farmer or just starting out, this event is for anyone passionate about agriculture and it’s future on the Island. Learn from industry experts, share your own experiences and connect with like-minded individuals. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to grow your knowledge and expand your farming community.
The ticket price of £15 includes lunch and refreshments. With grateful thanks to our headline sponsors: BCM Wilson Hill, Southern Water, Moore Barlow, Wight Rural Hub & Isle of Wight National Landscape, who are supporting this event. Any surplus funds will be donated to the RIWAgS Rural Careers Fund to support training and development opportunities for members of the Island’s farming Community.
This event is hosted by Natural Enterprise and supported by Catchment Sensitive Farming IW.
For further details see: Isle of Wight Farming Conference 2025
Time
February 27, 2025 9:15 am - 3:15 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
East Afton Farmhouse
Newport Road, Yarmouth PO40 9UF
March
04mar6:30 pm8:30 pmFuture Financial Planning SeminarTues 4 March 18:30 @ The Chequers Inn
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Invitation to the Future Financial Planning Seminar Date: Tuesday, 4 March 2025 Time: 18:30 Location: The Chequers Inn Wight Rural Hub invites Isle of Wight farmers and land managers to an informative Future Financial
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Invitation to the Future Financial Planning Seminar
Date: Tuesday, 4 March 2025
Time: 18:30
Location: The Chequers Inn
Wight Rural Hub invites Isle of Wight farmers and land managers to an informative Future Financial Planning Seminar, designed to help you navigate the complexities of managing and growing your business effectively.
The seminar features expert speakers from PKF Francis Clark and Moore Barlow covering:
- Tax Planning & Business Structures
- Understanding Accounts & Cashflow Planning
- Insights into Planning and Budgeting for New Ventures and Expanding Enterprises
- IHT Complexities
- Appropriate Farming Business Vehicles
This seminar offers practical advice tailored to the unique challenges of agricultural businesses, helping you secure a sustainable and prosperous future.
A complimentary supper will be provided. Please advise us of any dietary requirements in advance.
We look forward to your participation and to helping you achieve your business goals.
Book via: https://calendly.com/wightruralhub/future-financial-planning-seminar-4-march
Time
March 4, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
June
08jun10:00 am4:00 pmOpen Farm Sunday
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Open Farm Sunday is farming’s annual open day giving visitors the opportunity to learn more about farming and the countryside, and farmers the chance to talk about what they’re so proud
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Open Farm Sunday is farming’s annual open day giving visitors the opportunity to learn more about farming and the countryside, and farmers the chance to talk about what they’re so proud of: British food and farming!
Time
June 8, 2025 10:00 am - 4:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
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Apply now for a Slurry Infrastructure grant – Farming (blog.gov.uk) The first step to apply is the online checker. Make sure you use the latest version of the
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Apply now for a Slurry Infrastructure grant – Farming (blog.gov.uk)
The first step to apply is the online checker. Make sure you use the latest version of the slurry wizard tool when calculating how much slurry storage you need. If you apply for a Slurry Infrastructure grant, you will be offered free advice from Catchment Sensitive Farming (CSF) about tackling pollution from slurry. You will need to have planning permission in place before you submit your full application, which you should do as soon as you’re ready, and by 27 June 2025 at the latest.
Time
June 27, 2025 All Day(GMT+00:00)
July
02julAll Day03Groundswell - The Regenerative Agriculture FestivalLannock Manor Farm, Hertfordshire
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Groundswell https://groundswellag.com @ Lannock Manor Farm, Hertfordshire
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Groundswell https://groundswellag.com @ Lannock Manor Farm, Hertfordshire
Time
July 2, 2025 - July 3, 2025 (All Day)(GMT+00:00)
Location
Lannock Manor Farm
Lannock Manor Farm, Hitchin Road, Weston, Hitchin SG4 7EE
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Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 July 2025: Royal Isle of Wight Agricultural Society County Show www.riwas.org.uk/county-show
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Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 July 2025: Royal Isle of Wight Agricultural Society County Show
Time
July 12, 2025 - July 13, 2025 (All Day)(GMT+00:00)
September
10sepAll Day11The Agroforestry Show
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The Agroforestry Show is organised by the Soil Association and the Woodland Trust.
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The Agroforestry Show is organised by the Soil Association and the Woodland Trust.
Time
September 10, 2025 - September 11, 2025 (All Day)(GMT+00:00)
December
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You must complete an inventory of the sheep and goats you keep every year. You’ll get a letter or email from Defra at the end of November each year to tell
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You must complete an inventory of the sheep and goats you keep every year.
You’ll get a letter or email from Defra at the end of November each year to tell you what to do.
You must complete and return your inventory by 31 December.
Contact Defra farm surveys if you have not got your letter or email by 11 December.
Time
December 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 (All Day)(GMT+00:00)