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The Field Guide for the Future
The Field Guide for the Future curates stories of hope and action from farmers, communities, businesses and more across UK nations.
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“If we lose our farmers, we're in trouble"
Catherine, participant in The Food Conversation, on why we need to support our farmers for the good of people and planet.
Field Notes: Consultation on Land Use
Sue Pritchard discusses the government’s recent Consultation on Land Use - and how a Land Use Framework can be most effective.
“I want to take my health into my own hands”
Emma, student and participant in The Food Conversation, on why it’s time to give people the freedom to eat healthily.
“Why can’t we have a Minister for Food?”
Reflecting on her experience of The Food Conversation, participant Pat says it’s time for government to show leadership on food.
People, Planet, and Pollinators
The Devon-based project taking a holistic approach to food, farming, and the environment.
Citizens in Lincolnshire talk about food
Laura Stratford on hosting a local Food Conversation – and what citizens in Lincolnshire really want from food.
The Cornish food movement
Soul Farm visits farms up and down Cornwall to explore the county's growing agroecological farming scene.
Innovating for fair, sustainable farming
The farmers and business leaders breaking new ground
Protected landscapes that work for all
Two National Park farmers working for people and nature face resistance to their plans.
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