ORFC 2025 9 – 10 Jan
Farmers are developing an abundance of innovative uses for woodchip. From using its pharmaceutical qualities as an alternative to fungicide in orchards to its use in improving soil health, suppressing weeds and even as livestock bedding. Through the Innovative Farmers programme, practical on-farm research is allowing farmers to investigate the many benefits of this versatile material. Join us to hear from a panel of pioneer farmers, orchard managers and researchers and find out about three farmer-led research projects across the UK.