Linking Environment And Farming (LEAF) works to deliver more sustainable food and farming. LEAF collaborates with farmers, the food industry, scientists and consumers to inspire and enable sustainable farming that is prosperous, enriches the environment and engages local communities.
How can the farming industry be efficient, sustainable and proactive, whilst maintaining profitability, regenerating biodiversity and contributing to ambitious carbon Net Zero targets at national...
blogFootage of a discussion held as part of a 3-day intercropping conference that was a collaboration between DIVERSify and ReMIX projects and the Association of Applied Biologists.
resourcePROJECT BACKGROUND There is an urgent need to increase the efficiency and sustainability of agriculture. There is mounting pressure to produce food sustainably, with fewer...
research_projectAn up-to-date, easy to read guidebook and manual on why Integrated Pest Management is the key to sustainable crop health across agricultural and horticultural sectors and how to implement it on-farm. Practical, realistic and concise with case studies from across the LEAF network.
resourceOpportunities, Barriers and Constraints for Organic Management Techniques to Improve Sustainability of Conventional Farming PROJECT BACKGROUND British farming businesses are facing a number of challenges,...
research_projectBiological control of pests in indoor production can be applied on both organic and non-organic farms. Find out how and potential benefits you could expect to gain here.
resourceThis month, Agricology is focusing on whole farm management and highlighting the benefits gained from taking a step back to review the farm... For LEAF...
blog LEAF Demonstration Farmer Chris Baylis discusses measures put in place to help improve soil structure and drainage on his farm with agricultural advisor Philip Wright.
resource LEAF Demonstration Farmer Nick Bragg from Frogmary Green Farm talks about his experience of tackling soil erosion and run-off problems, with the help of CSF.
resourceTools to help you improve your nutrient and manure and livestock feed planning and recording, and meet regulatory requirements.
resource A new management tool to help LEAF members farm more sustainably by implementing Integrated Farm Management (IFM).
resource LEAF’s IFM principles and practices guide to help you farm sustainably by adopting a whole farm business approach.
resource A 7-minute video explaining how the Six Simple Steps of Simply Sustainable Water are implemented at Overbury Farms.
resourceA practical guide to help you develop an effective on-farm management strategy for efficient and sustainable water use.
resource Practical guidance to help you manage your land to benefit wildlife alongside efficient, sustainable food production systems.
resourceThe LEAF guide to Integrated Pest Management for farmers.
resource A practical guidance tool to help you get your livestock feed systems right; optimising animal performance and minimising environmental impacts.
resource On the 19 th May, LEAF will hold its first Integrated Farm Management (IFM) Conference in Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire. T he conference, titled ‘ IFM: A...
blog LEAF’s soil assessment tool to help you improve the soil on your farm and long-term sustainability of your land using ‘Six Simple Steps.’
resource LEAF's Integrated Farm Management approach; how you can use it to benefit your farm business.
resourceAn overview from the EISDA of Integrated Farm Management as an approach to sustainable agriculture.
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