Northumberland Beef & Lamb Monitor Farm: Launch event

For more information about the farm, visit: https://ahdb.org.uk/farm-excellence/alnhan-farm 

Harry Sordy from Alnham Farm, Northumberland joins AHDB's Farm Excellence project as the new north east Beef & Lamb Monitor Farm.

Located in the stunning Northumbria hills within the Northumberland National Park, this 1450ha family farm runs 240 spring calving cows and 3000 breeding ewes. Rising to 1350ft, the farm predominantly comprises upland ground with a mix of arable, in- bye permanent pasture and temporary grassland.

The farm’s first meeting will provide the opportunity for farmers and industry to learn more about this exciting new Monitor Farm, discuss key priorities and input into future meetings.

The event includes a farm walk which will involve discussion on topics such as livestock practices, grassland management, environment, farm performance and much more. Those who attend can also sign up for a new farmer discussion group which will be set up by each Monitor Farm. Details on how you can join the group will be provided during the event.

We are delighted to be joined by Emily Grant (Forrit) and Rhidian Jones (RJ Livestock Systems) who are the facilitators for this farm.

Agenda and timings
• 10-10.30am Registration & refreshments
• 10.30am Welcome & plans for the day
• 10.45am Meet your North East Monitor Farm
• 11.30am: Farm Walk
• 1pm: Lunch
• 1.30pm: Feedback from the group & future plans
• 2pm: Event summary and close

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