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CORNISH FARMERS INVITED TO LOOK TO THE FUTURE AT NEXT GENERATION FARMING CONFERENCE Cornish farmers are being encouraged to make an impact on the design of new farming initiatives for the continued promotion of the industry at an event being hosted by the Cornwall Agricultural Council on December 4th at The Watergate Bay Hotel, Newquay. The conference, entitled 'Next Generation Farming', will look to the future of farming in Cornwall, examining the realities facing the industry and the next generation of farmers. The conference aims to identify the initiatives that will be needed to secure the future prosperity of the industry. The event will encourage open comment on strategic farming issues, with the emphasis on taking a positive and constructive view towards the opportunities that lie ahead. The day will be part of a consultative process providing the Cornwall Agricultural Council with a steer for its strategy review and guidance on future industry initiatives. Speakers at the event will spell out the realities that
Cornish farmers can expect in the future and will be delivered by the
following speakers: The afternoon will be made up of a series of twenty-five minute workshops, of which delegates will have the opportunity to attend four of the specialised sessions. Delegates will be encouraged to comment on what they consider to be the important issues on each topic whilst indicating possible initiatives to address them. The workshop programme is made up of the following eight units:
The conference will take place on 4th December at the Watergate Bay Hotel in Newquay, starting at 10am. The event is free and delegates will enjoy a complementary lunch made up from Cornish produce. Places are limited and those interested in attending should reserve their place immediately by contacting Morwenna Walford on 01872 322850. For further information contact:
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