Environment Baselining Roadshow: South West

Join AHDB and host farmers Jonathan and Judith Chapman for the Environment Baselining Pilot (EBP) summer farm open day in Cornwall.

The EBP is assessing the environmental impact of agriculture using real data to measure the environmental position of 178 farms across the country.

This event will bring the data off the page and into the field, showing how you can use baselining insights to make informed decisions on your farm.

Whether you’re wanting to understand what the project means for you, or simply curious about soil carbon, emissions, trees, hedges and the wider environmental picture, you’ll find something useful and relevant to you.

The event includes:

• Latest activity and results from the project
• Introduction to Hele Barton
• Keynote presentation on the EBP
• Three interactive field station talks
• Refreshments and catering

Find out more about the EBP and what you will learn from this event

Hele Barton Farm comprises 240 ha of owned land and a further 110 ha rented near Bude, Cornwall, and is owned and run by Jonathan Chapman and his wife Judith.

The farm is home to a forward-thinking, forage-based commercial beef system comprising of 210 pedigree Aberdeen Angus cows plus 450 followers and a finishing enterprise for Dairy X calves.

The land is managed with a strong emphasis on soil health and grassland productivity, supporting both grazing and silage production. The business continues to evolve, exploring new markets, bringing in new genetics and adopting advanced technologies.