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You are invited to join us for this winter meeting at David Fuller-Shapcotts Sweethope Farm.

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https://ahdb.org.uk/events/all-things-carbon

Wed, 06 December 2023

10:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Sweethope Farm Cottages, Kelso, Roxburghshire, Scottish Borders

TD5 7RZ

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We look forward to welcoming you to Sweethope to discuss the confusing subject of carbon.

Farm owner David Fuller-Shapcott will kick off the meeting with an introduction to Sweethope Farm and the things he is doing with his carbon.

We will then have a presentation from Julian Bell of SRUC about all things carbon and carbon markets. Julian will also update attendees on Scottish grain and oilseeds markets. Hopefully, we will also hear from a Scottish agricultural policy expert about the latest developments in the future Scottish farming policy.

There will also be time to ask the presenters questions and network. 

This meeting is on farm, so please wear suitable clothing.

What this meeting will cover 

  • Introduction to Sweethope Farm
  • Carbon and carbon markets 
  • Scottish cereal and oilseeds market update
  • Scottish farming policy latest

Registration and refreshments will be available from 10:30am, with presentations commencing at 11:00am, and lunch will be provided. 

BASIS and NRoSO points will be available for attending. 

The event is free to attend, but please register to allow us to cater accordingly.  

Find out more about AHDB Farm Excellence. 

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