Soil and Water Health Day

Thursday 30th October

CAS and Hutchinsons, in collaboration with the Ribble and Mersey Rivers Trusts, invite you to a FREE Healthy Soil and Water Event focused on exploring the management of soil health for profitable, sustainable food production and environmental protection.

Our expert speakers will cover:

  • Protecting water quality
  • Building soil health and resilience
  • Making the most of environmental grant schemes
  • Practical farm business advice

📅 Date & Time: Thursday 30th October, 10:00 am – 12:00 noon
📍 Venue: Home Farm, Back Lane, Standish, Wigan, WN6 8RR

Enjoy a range of in-field demonstrations, topical presentations, and networking opportunities. Hot food and refreshments will be provided.

✅ NRoSO and BASIS points available.

For more details, please see the attached event leaflet.

To book a place you can register on Eventbrite by clicking here.

Or call: Jade Prince - 07811 697900 e: jade.prince@farmacy.plc.uk

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