The 2026 Farming Conference
Join our virtual farm walk exploring decision making through the lens of innovation, resilience and profitability.
Fields of Opportunities in a Climate of Change
This years programme takes delegates on a virtual farm walk, exploring the key areas of on farm decision making through the lens of innovation, resilience, and profitability.
From climate resilience and biodiversity gains to energy efficiency, machinery strategy, and labour collaboration, the day will focus on practical ways farmers can future-proof their businesses.
We are thrilled to welcome Professor David Hughes as our headline speaker, alongside a range of leading industry voices.
Thank you to headline sponsors HSBC.
The funds raised by this conference will directly support the Suffolk Agricultural Association’s education programmes, particularly the costs of coach transportation for schools to attend the annual School Farm and Country Fair. This event provides high-quality learning opportunities about food, farming, the countryside and wider environment, all designed to educate children about the importance of our industry.
Join our virtual farm walk exploring decision making through the lens of innovation, resilience and profitability.
Fields of Opportunities in a Climate of Change
This years programme takes delegates on a virtual farm walk, exploring the key areas of on farm decision making through the lens of innovation, resilience, and profitability.
From climate resilience and biodiversity gains to energy efficiency, machinery strategy, and labour collaboration, the day will focus on practical ways farmers can future-proof their businesses.
We are thrilled to welcome Professor David Hughes as our headline speaker, alongside a range of leading industry voices.
Thank you to headline sponsors HSBC.
The funds raised by this conference will directly support the Suffolk Agricultural Association’s education programmes, particularly the costs of coach transportation for schools to attend the annual School Farm and Country Fair. This event provides high-quality learning opportunities about food, farming, the countryside and wider environment, all designed to educate children about the importance of our industry.
Lineup
Professor David Hughes
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Highlights
- 6 hours 15 minutes
- In person
Refund Policy
Location
Trinity Park Conference & Events Centre
Felixstowe Road
Ipswich IP3 8UH
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Agenda
Conference Welcome
Headline Speaker
Climate
The 10 hottest years on record in the UK have all occurred since 2002 (Met Office). What varieties will you be drilling to protect yield against hotter, drier seasons? We’ll be tackling this in the climate session.