The Resilient Farm Roadshow

This roadshow is a collaboration between AHDB and Agricology, a free knowledge platform that supports farmers in adopting agroecological and regenerative practices through practical resources, events and partnerships to promote sustainable farming.

Why is it important to have resilient farms?

Resilient farms can adapt to climate extremes, economic shocks, and rising pest and disease pressures. Resilient farms build soil health, so they are more productive over time and recover faster from stress.

What this event will deliver

Expert speakers: Hear from industry expert Stephen Briggs as he shares practical tools for building farm resilience, covering both physical aspects (soil, crops, climate) and economic strategies
Region-specific solutions: Each event features a regional expert who will share details of how they future proof their farming business
Shape future AHDB research: Questions raised at these events will be fed into our research and knowledge exchange strategy
Networking: Connect with other like-minded farmers and industry peers

This roadshow will bring together the best minds in resilient and sustainable farming, creating a space for learning, discussion, and collaboration.

Events will run from 9:30am–1:00pm. Lunch is included.

Dates 2025/26

Keynote speaker: Stephen Briggs

Stephen is a first-generation organic farmer at Whitehall Farm in Cambridgeshire.

He holds an MSc in soil science, is a senior partner at an independent organic consultancy, Abacus Agriculture, head of technical development at Innovation for Agriculture and deputy chair of the AHDB board.

Stephen has been providing farm business consultancy throughout the UK and internationally for over 20 years and has delivered agronomic and environmental advice and training to many UK farmers.

He is an advocate for sustainable and resilient farming practices and has been trialling and championing Agroforestry having completed his Nuffield in 2012 exploring the use of agroforestry as a tool to increase farm production. Whitehall Farm is also a living lab for the Climate Farm Demo project.

He has guest lectured at universities and held posts on UK Government Policy and Research and Development Committees. He is active in influencing agricultural policy at UK and EU levels.

Stephen will be joined by regional farmers and stakeholders as additional speakers at the event, and they will share their experiences of building a resilient farming business.