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Keeping Water on the Farm event
Practical advice, funding & opportunities for Dart Valley Farmers
With thanks to Mid Devon District Council Strategic Sustainability Grant for their support
Water is becoming an increasingly important issue for farm businesses — from supply and storage to regulation, natural water management and funding opportunities.
The Dart (Exe) Valley Group CiC is delighted to invite farmers to an evening of practical advice, expert insight and the latest funding updates, with a particular focus on making the most of water on your farm.
Come along to hear from specialists working across farming, catchment management, agricultural law and farm business support — and share your own experiences and questions with fellow farmers.
What’s on the agenda?
6.00pm | Welcome drinks & light supper
A chance to catch up with fellow farmers and settle in for the evening.
6.45pm | Welcome from the DEVG Directors
What’s new for the Dart Valley Farmers Group? Find out what’s happening and what’s coming up.
7.00pm | Making Catchment Sensitive Farming work for your farm
Marie Butterfield, Catchment Sensitive Farming
Find out how Catchment Sensitive Farming can support your farm business, including how to prepare for Capital Grants 2027.
7.30pm | Natural water: what are the legal issues?
Becky Smyth, solicitor specialising in agricultural land issues
A practical look at the legal considerations around natural water and what farmers need to know.
8.00pm | Keeping water on the farm: how wetlands can help
David Rolls, WRT
Discover how wetlands can help retain water on the farm while delivering wider benefits for land and the catchment.
8.30pm | Growing your farm business: funding update
Marianne McHugh, BIP
The latest farm funding opportunities, including SFI26: what’s changing, and what farmers should keep an eye on over the coming weeks and months.
9.00pm | Group discussion & Q&A
Bring your questions, share your experiences and join the conversation.