NFU Midlands Younger Member Events
Midlands region will be holding a series of events and farm visits from 6 September, if you would like to register for the first event please visit NFU Midlands younger members' events – NFUonline
Rural Business Development Grant for High Peaks
The closing date for the next round of funding is 31 July 2024
The funding is available to support all areas of rural business development leading to the creation of new jobs, products, services and markets, and to help boost community cohesion.
Funding may be used for projects looking to: undertake innovation, adopt new technologies, improve carbon footprint, diversify into new markets, develop and promote the visitor economy, develop local tourist attractions and/or enhance local visitor experiences as long as the projects can be complete by the end of Feb/March 2025
https://www.highpeak.gov.uk/article/7913/High-Peak-Rural-Business-Development-Grant
South Derbyshire Council – UK Shared Prosperity Fund
This is the final year of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and South Derbyshire Council want to ensure that all businesses and community groups within South Derbyshire are made aware that grant funding is still available.
https://www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/news/2024/may/final-call-for-south-derbyshire-grant-applications
If anybody has any questions about eligibility, please contact the Council on 01283 595755 or email [email protected]
Be vigilant of scam callers
If you receive a call that looks like it is from NFU Headquarters and are unsure then please hang up, do not pass on any personal details.
You can contact NFU CallFirst on 0370 845 8458 to check if we are doing any calls or promotions.
English Farmers wanted, to test agroforestry advice in ELM
Considering Implementing Agroforestry on Your Farm? Join the Woodland Trust to test different forms of advice and guidance for Defra.
The aim is to test a range of advice and guidance structures with farmers as you go through the process of designing your own bespoke agroforestry scheme. Payment available as a contribution for your time and support to apply for funding if you want to implement your scheme.
If you are interested in getting involved, please email [email protected] with subject ‘Defra Test and Trial’.
- Details of your farm size
- Location and type of farm
- A brief outline of the type of agroforestry you are interested in
- Summary of your agroforestry experience to date.
- Contact details
We will then contact you to discuss the Test in more detail. The Test is being delivered in partnership with the National Trust and the Organic Research Centre. Third party advice providers will also be commissioned.
Phase 2 activity will start from 1 September 2024.
Thank you, we look forward to hearing from you.
If you’d like to find out more on agroforestry, visit https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/plant-trees/trees-for-landowners-and-farmers/
Ashover Agricultural & Horticultural Show 2024
New in the UK for 2024 - the Belgian Bouncing Man will present 2 half hour long comedy equestrian shows in the Main Ring on Show Day.
With his slapstick humour and cheeky smile, Gui Godts will charm his way into the hearts of the crowd whilst performing his dangerous stunts.
The Belgian Bouncing Man demonstrates the finest horsemanship skills including Roman Riding, Liberty and Trick Riding.
A family show full of humour and great horsemanship which we cannot wait to see!
Date
14 August 2024
Venue & Timings
Ashover Showground, Ashover, S45 0BA - timings please check official website
Booking
Tickets are now available online, visit Ashover Agricultural and Horticultural Show (ashovershow.co.uk)
Note: Closing date for sale of online tickets is 5 August 2024
Ashbourne Show 2024
Ashbourne Show makes a great family day out, with so much to see and do, the whole show team hopes to see you there.
- Wide range of Show Exhibitors
- Great selection of Shopping Options
- Meet lots of Local Companies
- A fun filled Family Day Out
Date
17 August 2024
Venue & Timings
The Polo Ground, Osmaston, DE6 1LW
Booking
Tickets are now available online, visit Ashbourne Show - 17th August 2024 - Osmaston, Ashbourne