The annual LILIS conference looks at the successes and challenges of livestock production in low-input farming systems such as upland, organic and high-nature-value (HNV) farms.

The 2018 LILIS conference is held by kind permission of Charley and Andrea Walker, Scottish Sheep Farmers of the Year in 2017. Charley and Andrea farm 800 ewes and 90 Welsh Black cows on 250ha in the hills above Duns in the Scottish Borders. Organic since 2004, Charley and Andrea are scrupulous in their attention to grazing management, genetic selection and business performance. Their aim is to produce easily managed, productive cattle and sheep by running low cost, simple systems which leave a respectable margin and time for family and social life.

The theme of LILIS 2018 is Farming for Lifestyle: how a work-life balance can be achieved without sacrificing farm profit.

LILIS delegates will also hear from Andre van Barneveld of Graise Consultancy, expert in grass production for profit and performance.

In 2018 SOPA celebrates 30 years of serving the Scottish organic scene and we are very pleased to co-host LILIS with Organic Farmers and Growers.

FAQs

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

Directions to Barnside Farm can be found here

https://wego.here.com/directions/mix//Barnside-Farm,-Abbey-Saint-Bathans,-TD11-3TX-Duns:e-eyJuYW1lIjoiQmFybnNpZGUgRmFybSIsImFkZHJlc3MiOiJBYmJleSBTYWludCBCYXRoYW5zLCBEdW5zIiwibGF0aXR1ZGUiOjU1Ljg1MTUsImxvbmdpdHVkZSI6LTIuMzg1MjgsInByb3ZpZGVyTmFtZSI6ImZhY2Vib29rIiwicHJvdmlkZXJJZCI6MjMwNTcyOTM3MzUwMjg3fQ==?map=55.8515,-2.38528,15,normal&fb_locale=en_GB

What can I bring into the event?

This is an outdoor event and the conference will be held in a farm building. Please bring appropriate clothing and footwear. Transport for the farm tour will be by tractor and trailer. Biosecurity arrangements will be in place.

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Please email debs.roberts@sopa.org.uk or telephone 0773322 8701

What's the refund policy?

Up to 7 days prior to the event (ie by Friday 8th June 2018)

Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?

Yes, please let the organisers know by email who is taking your place. It is your responsibility to recoup the ticket fee from your friend.

Dont have PayPal?

Please contact debs.roberts@sopa.org.uk to make arrangements to pay by BACS.