Protecting water quality as a dairy farmer: Livestream 1

Environmental scrutiny is increasing all over the world, and there is valuable learning from abroad. We took a farmer delegation to the Netherlands to learn from their experiences.

Join our livestream direct from farm to hear about how the Dutch have exploited the win-wins from their increased environmental regulation and how similar solutions could be applied in the UK in relation to water quality and phosphates.

You’ll see footage from their trip, listen to some of their interviews and learn about the research taking place in the UK right now.

Hampshire dairy farmer Jamie Butler will share his resulting UK outlook, alongside a panel of experts including:

• Jack Watts – NFU supply chain expert
• Rachael Madeley-Davies – AHDB Head of Environment
• Tim Stephens – Wessex Water

They’ll explore current regulations, practical mitigation strategies and groundbreaking research from Harper Adams University on reducing phosphate contamination.

This livestream will give you:

• On-farm strategies to cut phosphate losses and protect soil and water health
• Lessons from the Netherlands, where dairy farmers have adapted to stricter phosphate regulations
• Expert insights on upcoming UK policies, supply chain expectations and new research from Harper Adams University

There will be a chance to ask questions about why the UK industry needs to address these challenges and what you can do on your farm.

Watch a recording of the livestream

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