Blogs
11/10/2023 in: GWCT News Blog under: Farming
The newly launched Sustainable Futures Report 2023, published by the National Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs (NFYFC), shares insights on how new entrants and next-generation farmers can overcome key barriers to working in the industry.
21/9/2023 in: GWCT News Blog under: Farming , Grey partridge , GWCT Scotland
The RSPB Scotland has nominated the GWCT’s Balgonie Biodiversity Project for the 2023 Nature of Scotland Awards. It is one of four projects shortlisted in the Food and Farming category for its excellent work at the arable demonstration farm near Glenrothes in eastern Scotland.
15/9/2023 in: GWCT News Blog under: Farming
The government have confirmed that farmers who initiated their Countryside Stewardship 2024 applications by the September 15th deadline will receive an extension.
13/9/2023 in: GWCT News Blog under: Advice , Farming
In this guide, we'll walk you through the key details and steps to prepare for the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI), a program designed to support your farm business while promoting sustainable practices.
4/9/2023 in: GWCT News Blog under: Farming , Advice
As part of Defra’s efforts to protect hedgerows in England, they launched a consultation in June to gather your views and suggestions. The consultation will close on 20 September, so there is still time for you to have your say and help shape the future of hedgerow policy.
30/8/2023 in: GWCT News Blog under: Farming , Farmland Ecology
At its heart, FRAMEwork is about sharing ideas, inspiring new approaches, and collaborating to make farmland biodiversity conservation possible on the ground. This occurred in March when the GWCT team hosted the projects’ annual meeting.
29/8/2023 in: GWCT News Blog under: Farming
Starting 18th September, farmers can enroll in the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI), as per the recent announcement by Defra.
23/8/2023 in: GWCT News Blog under: Allerton Project , Farming
In a world grappling with the urgent need to combat climate change, the agricultural sector is stepping up to the challenge with innovative ideas and collaborative efforts. One example of this is the Climate Neutral Farms project.
21/8/2023 in: GWCT News Blog under: Allerton Project , Farmland Ecology , Farming
When you think of the GWCT, images of pheasants, partridges, and maybe even lapwings come to mind. But there’s something we deeply care about that might surprise you: soil.
18/8/2023 in: GWCT News Blog under: Farming
The deadline for applying to the 2024 Countryside Stewardship Mid Tier agreements has been extended to September 15th, following valuable input from farmers. This extension offers individuals more time to conveniently submit their applications online.