The Farmer Scientist Network will be showcasing regenerative agricultural practices which support farmers in improving soil health and increasing biodiversity at the Great Yorkshire Show (12-15 July 2022). This includes:
‘A year in Regenerative Agriculture’ photography exhibition
Visitors will be able to see how regenerative agriculture is shaping farming methods for the future.
The exhibition follows Angus Gowthorpe, Future Farmer of Yorkshire, who farms 400 acres in the Vale of York with a mix of arable crops and grassland for his pedigree cattle herd. An advocate for farming sustainably, he focuses on direct drilling and growing cover crops to maintain the health of the soil across his arable land.
Photos have been taken by Simon Hill, HonFRPS, an award-winning professional editorial photographer living in Nidderdale, North Yorkshire. Named KODAK Professional Photographer of the Year, BIPP Professional Photographer of the Year, the winner of several categories in the National Photography Awards and the first British winner of the International Art Portrait Award. In January 2021, Simon was elected President of the Royal Photographic Society.
[Located in the Discovery Zone, Map ref: C4]
Cover Crop Displays
Two raised beds, each displaying two variations of cover crops where visitors will be able to see roots structures, a thriving worm community and other invertebrates enjoying their habitat.
Species mix kindly supplied by FrontierAg/Kings Crops.
[Located on the Presidents Lawn, Map ref: I5 and the Discovery Zone, Map ref: C4]
Wildflower Meadow
Visit the Discovery Zone to see how wildflowers can create excellent habitats for many species of birds, invertebrates, amphibians, and mammals. They are friends to the bumblebee and insect pollinators who provide vital supplies of pollen and nectar. Species mix kindly supplied by Lindum Turf.
[Located in the Discovery Zone, Map ref: C4]
