Generated by All in One SEO Pro v4.9.5.2, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Farm of the Future from the Royal Agricultural Society of England ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Pages - [Farm of the Future | Home](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/) - The Farm of the Future initiative, identifies and shares agricultural solutions, technologies and practices which can help farms and wider communities to thrive - [Climate Smart Farming](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/climate-smart-farming/) - Climate Smart Farming is an initiative that involves adapting agricultural production practices to increase farm resilience in the face of climate change. - [Training and events](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/training-and-events/) - We have a series of training courses, events and visits to farms and businesses that are embracing change. Sign up here for more information. - [About Farm of the Future](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/about-the-royal-agricultural-society/) - The initiative began with the publication of the RASE Farm of the Future: Journey to Net Zero report, which set out a vision for how farm businesses could maintain their primary purpose of food production while responding to the climate and biodiversity crises. - [Journey to Net Zero Report](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/journey-to-net-zero/) - The farm businesses of the future must optimise food production, farm profitability, the environment and people to achieve net zero. Read Farm of the Future. - [Supporters](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/supporters/) - Our supporters enable the delivery of Farm of the Future initiative, which makes practical, unbiased information accessible to farmers - [Farm of the Future Framework](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/farm-of-the-future-framework/) - Introducing Farm of the Future Framework Achieving portfolio strategy and asset appreciation by making tenant commercial advantage the driver Contact us Large managed estates carry environmental commitments across areas of land they don’t directly farm. Tenants make independent decisions that directly impact the success of the portfolio strategy as short leases can encourage extraction over - [Latest reports](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/latest-reports/) - Latest reports Dairy decarbonisation and on-site biogasThis guide summarises the small scale AD systems in dairy farms in the UK. It includes and overview of how AD can contribute to a productive and resilient dairy farm system. Future fuels in agricultureUK agriculture faces increasing pressure to replace fossil fuels, including diesel, but this is undermined - [News](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/) - Read the latest news from the Farm of the Future project by the Royal Agricultural Society of England. - [Farm of the Future award](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/farm-of-the-future-award/) - RASE Farm of the Future Award The RASE Farm of the Future Award was established in 2023 to promote and celebrate the trailblazers of agriculture, whose efforts are leading the way to establish agricultural systems which are producing nutritious food, benefiting the environment and are economically sustainable. In 2024, the Farm of the Future award - [Experts](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/experts/) - Our Farm of the future expert contributors come from a variety of backgrounds in the agricultural sector. - [Privacy Policy](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/privacy-policy/) - Who we are Our website address is: Farmofthefuture.co.uk Media If you upload images to the website, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS) included. Visitors to the website can download and extract any location data from images on the website. Cookies If you leave a comment on our site you may - [Glossary of terms](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/glossary/) - A comprehensive glossary of agricultural terms and meanings from the Farm of the Future project by the Royal Agricultural Society of England. - [Topics](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/topics/) ## My Templates - [Header](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=header) - Content area - [Default Kit](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=default-kit) - [Footer](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=footer) - Content area - [Course and event loop](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=course-loop) - Course and event loop Organiser: RASE More info Book Now - [News story template](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=news-story-template) - News story template December 15, 2023 News story template December 15, 2023 PrevCase study template NextJNZ – report page template PrevCase study template NextJNZ – report page template - [Events](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=events) - Organiser: RASE More info Book Now - [events2](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=events2) - events2 Organiser: RASE More info Book Now - [JNZ - report page template](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=jnz-report-page-template) - JNZ – report page template Setting the scene Farm and land resource management Renewable energy and bioenergy systems Alternative farm fuels and automated vehicles Farm enterprise decarbonisation Policy pathways Reading progress Setting the scene Farm and land resource management Renewable energy and bioenergy systems Alternative farm fuels and automated vehicles Farm enterprise decarbonisation Policy pathways - [JNZ - Setting the Scene Contents](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=jnz-setting-the-scene-contents) - Key messages Each section of this report puts forward a vision of how farming across the UK might adapt to the challenges posed by climate change. Farming in the 2020’s: Time for change Meaningful change needs to be underpinned by science-based targets, new technology, innovation and working alongside nature-based solutions. The need for decarbonisation in - [JNZ - Renewable energy bioenergy systems](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=jnz-renewable-energy-bioenergy-systems) - Decarbonising energy use and farm diversification A low carbon economy requires reducing food production reliance on fossil fuels as much as possible, as well as reducing other GHG emissions. The energy landscape It is important for the farm business to understand where and how much energy is being used and where reductions can be made. - [JNZ - Farm enterprise decarbonisation](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=jnz-farm-enterprise-decarbonisation) - Introduction to farm decarbonisation We identify the impact upon agri-food supply chains and suggest how changes to traditional farming can enhance carbon-saving. Milk and dairy production The wider environmental impacts of a complex supply chain should be addressed, as the majority of emissions are linked to milk production Cereal production The arable supply chain should - [JNZ - Alternative farm fuels and automated vehicles](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=jnz-alternative-farm-fuels-and-automated-vehicles) - Decarbonising agricultural vehicles & fuels If the rural economy is to play its part in the reduction of emissions, it needs to develop a pathway to replace diesel, with low and zero carbon fuels. The net zero transition It is essential to consider vehicle or infrastructure asset replacement cycles, given that many farm vehicles have - [JNZ - Farm and Land Resource Management](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=jnz-farm-and-land-resource-management) - Farm and land management Farms can be part of the solution by harnessing the power of photosynthesis to grow and build carbon in soils and recycling opportunities. Carbon and soils Much can be learned from studying soil. It is a bewilderingly complex ecosystem of millions of species and organisms. Grassland and ruminants Grasslands cover over - [Authors Grid](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=authors-grid) - [JNZ - Policy pathways](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=jnz-policy-pathways) - Introduction “A sustainable future for UK agriculture may only be achieved by balancing economic viability, environmental responsibility and social acceptability through the adoption of new and existing management practices. Sustainability is not a peak that can be conquered without further improvements, as the tools, technologies and systems that were sustainable in the past or present - [Experts](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=elementor-loop-item) - [Single Post](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=single-post) - Single Post December 7, 2023 Adam Williams Previous Next Related Posts - [Section contents](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=section-contents) - Farm and land management Farms can be part of the solution by harnessing the power of photosynthesis to grow and build carbon in soils and recycling opportunities. Carbon and soils Much can be learned from studying soil. It is a bewilderingly complex ecosystem of millions of species and organisms. Grassland and ruminants Grasslands cover over - [Join button](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=join-button) - Join - [Hero](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=hero) - Hero - [Case Study New Main](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=case-study-new-main) - Case study Sustainable Dairy Farming at Copys Green More than 15 years ago, Stephen Temple began making steps to improve the sustainability of his dairy herd of dairy herd of 126 Brown Swiss dairy cows and their followers on his 230-hectare Norfolk farm. He believes that sustainability is not just about the use of special - [Topics main page](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=topics-main-page) - It seems we can't find what you're looking for. - [glossary loop2](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=glossary-loop2) - glossary loop2 - [Case Study](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=case-study) - Case Study - [Event](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=event) - Event Organiser: RASE More info Book Now - [Featured stories for report home page](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=featured-stories-for-report-home-page) - Agricultural subsidy payments Natasha Smith | December 28, 2023 Defra’s target is for at least 70% of farmers, covering at least 70% of farmland, to take up Sustainable Farming Incentive agreements. Foreword Philip Gready Since the creation of the first farms over 10,000 yearsRead More » Preface Lord Deben There is no way in which - [Case study template](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=case-study-template) - Case study template December 11, 2023 By Adam Williams Related Posts PrevPrevViewpoint template NextNews story templateNext Related Posts - [Viewpoint template](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=viewpoint-template) - Viewpoint template Adam Williams December 11, 2023 Viewpoint template Adam Williams December 11, 2023 PrevPrevCourse and event loop NextCase study templateNext PrevPrevCourse and event loop NextCase study templateNext - [Dashboard](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=clients) - Welcome Quick start guide Item #1 Item #2 Item #3 - [Search Results page](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=search-results) - Template: Search Results page Farm of the Future Framework Introducing Farm of the Future Framework Achieving portfolio strategy and asset appreciation by making tenant commercial advantage the driver Contact us Large managed estates carry Read More » Latest reports Latest reports Dairy decarbonisation and on-site biogas This guide summarises the small scale AD systems in - [404 Page](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=404-page) - 404 Sorry, we can’t find the page you’re looking for.Click the button below to go back to the homepage. Search Go back Home Back Home Back Home - [Newsletter Subscription](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=newsletter-subscription) - Subscribe & Download Enter Your Email Address to Know About the Latest Updates & Features. Email Submit No thanks! I just want to download Premium Addons - [Category key stats loop](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/?elementor_library=category-key-stats-loop) ## Courses | Events - [Crushed basalt: Webinar on the sustainable solution for climate?](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/course/crushed-basalt-webinar-on-the-sustainable-solution-for-climate/) - Explore the benefits of using crushed basalt to sequester carbon and increase or stabilise soil pH in our free webinar. - [Planning for succession - why, when and how? ](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/course/planning-for-succession-why-when-and-how/) - [Future farm fuels - gas fuels, electric vehicles and the role of robotics ](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/course/future-farm-fuels-gas-fuels-electric-vehicles-and-the-role-of-robotics/) - [Securing an income by restoring biodiversity loss](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/course/securing-an-income-by-restoring-biodiversity-loss/) - Thursday 12th December, 13:30 - 15:00 Online via Zoom This webinar will explore the different options available to receive an income for restoring biodiversity loss on farms. It will include: An overview of the options available via ELMS and also Biodiversity Net Gain Key considerations for farm businesses entering biodiversity agreements Find out more and - [Future Farm Fuels](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/course/future-farm-fuels/) - [Soil and compost workshop](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/course/soil-and-compost-workshop/) - Tuesday 22nd October 10:30 - 15:00 Norton Court Farm, Marlpit Lane, Gloucester, Gl2 9LU By kind permission of Debbie Wilkins, dairy farmer, soil farmer of the year finalist and Climate Farm Demo farmer. The day is aimed at farmers who would like to learn more about soil health, management techniques and research into practical soil - [Farm of the Future: Hampshire farm study tour](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/course/farm-of-the-future-hampshire-farm-study-tour/) - [Making money from sheep using data, genetics and wool](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/course/farm-of-the-future-making-money-from-sheep-using-data-genetics-and-wool/) - [Farm of the Future: Yorkshire farm study tour](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/course/farm-of-the-future-yorkshire-farm-study-tour/) - [Diversification into insect farming](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/course/diversification-into-insect-farming/) - [Clearing the air: Comparing methane inhibitor options](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/course/clearing-the-air-comparing-methane-inhibitor-options/) - [Farm of the Future: Agri-tech in Action](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/course/farm-of-the-future-agri-tech-in-action/) - [From pasture to plate: Reaping the benefits from the direct marketing of meat](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/course/from-pasture-to-plate-reaping-the-benefits-from-the-direct-marketing-of-meat/) - [Farm of the Future: Putting regenerative livestock production into practice](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/course/farm-of-the-future-putting-regenerative-livestock-production-into-practice/) - [21st Century Income - What does a Farm Business of the Future Look Like?](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/course/21st-century-income-what-does-a-farm-business-of-the-future-look-like/) - [The social side of sustainability - what are the opportunities for UK farms?](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/course/the-social-side-of-sustainability-what-are-the-opportunities-for-uk-farms/) - [Putting regenerative farming theory into practice](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/course/putting-regenerative-farming-theory-into-practice/) ## Experts - [Iory Hughes](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert/iory-hughes/) - [Megan Dunn](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert/megan-dunn/) - Megan has recently completed a masters in Sustainable Crop Production following a year of volunteering on farms in the UK and Spain. For her undergraduate degree she studied International Development and the Environment which introduced her to many of the challenges we face in the 21st century, and overtime she felt that these linked more and - [Catherine Carlton](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert/catherine-carlton/) - [Angie Bywater](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert/angie-bywater/) - [Mike Woollacott](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert/mike-woollacott/) - [Richard Gueterbock](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert/richard-gueterbock/) - [Tom Chapman](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert/tom-chapman/) - Tom Chapman excerpt bio in here - [Anna Becvar](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert/anna-becvar/) - Anna Becvar profile excerpt in here - [Dr Nigel Davies, BSc, PhD, FIFST](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert/dr-nigel-davies-bsc-phd-fifst-dipl-brew/) - Dr Nigel Davies is Managing Director of Maltdoctor, a sustainability consultancy specialising in food and beverages. - [Prof Jennifer Dungait](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert/professor-jennifer-dungait/) - She is an Honorary Professor of Soil Science at the University of Exeter and Honorary Professor of Soil Biogeochemistry at Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC), Edinburgh. Prof Jennifer Dungait Expert: Prof Jennifer Dungait Expert: Prof Jennifer Dungait - [Prof Jonathan R Leake](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert/professor-jonathan-r-leake/) - Professor Jonathan Leake teaches sustainable agriculture at the University of Sheffield. - [Prof James Lowenberg-DeBoer](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert/professor-james-lowenberg-deboer/) - Prof James Lowenberg-DeBoer Prof. Lowenberg-DeBoer focuses on the economics of agricultural technology. He has published 85 articles in refereed journals, two books and chapters in seven other books. He currently serves as president of the International Society of Precision Agriculture (ISPA) and co-editor of the journal Precision Agriculture. Prof James Lowenberg-DeBoer Expert: Prof James Lowenberg-DeBoer - [Frank Gordon](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert/frank-gordon/) - Frank Gordon profile excerpt here - [Vicki Hird MSc FRE](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert/vicki-hird-msc-fre/) - Vicki Hird MSc FRES Expert campaign strategist - consultant & part time Strategic Lead on Agriculture at The Royal Society of Wildlife Trusts. Author of book "Rebugging the Planet" FRES Vicki Hird MSc FRE Expert: Vicki Hird MSc FRE Expert: Vicki Hird MSc FRE - [John Cherry](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert/john-cherry/) - John Cherry bio excerpt in here - [Matthew Appleby](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert/jim-smith/) - Matthew Appleby bio excerpt in here - [Prof Jude L. Capper](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert/professor-jude-l-capper/) - Jude Capper excerpt profile here - [Becky Willson](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert/becky-willson/) - A passionate advocate for highlighting the economic benefits of sustainable farming, Becky currently divides her time between working for FCT and working for Duchy College Rural Business School as a technical specialist in resource management - [Matthew Stamp](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert/matthew-stamp/) - Matthew Stamp Matthew is an analyst at Standard & Poor (S&P) where he focuses on supporting organisations with actionable insights across the agricultural value chain. Matthew Stamp Expert: Matthew Stamp Expert: Matthew Stamp - [John Allen](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert/john-allen/) - John Allen John's areas of expertise include strategic planning, marketing, supply chain management and change management. He works with some of the UK's leading farmers as well as major food and dairy processors and retailers. The E-CO2 Project is the UK's leading provider of on-farm energy and carbon auditing and works with leading businesses such - [Cedric Porter](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert/cedric-porter/) - Cedric Porter Managing Editor of World Potato Markets, an essential weekly global briefing on potato prices, production and trade. He has more than 25 years of analysing agricultural markets across the world. Cedric is the Vice Chairman of LEAF – Linking Environment And Farming – a charity which increases environmental standards on farms. Cedric Porter - [Martin Lines](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert/martin-lines/) - Martin Lines Martin is a farmer and contractor in South Cambridgeshire, growing mainly arable crops on his family farm and rented land. Martin is the NFFN Chief Executive Officer and hopes to see the network grow with like-minded farmers and land managers. Martin Lines Expert: Martin Lines Expert: Martin Lines - [Chris Clark](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert/chris-clark/) - Chris Clark bio excerpt in here - [Michael Chesshire](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert/michael-chesshire/) - Managing Director at Lusta and visitor professor at the University of Southampton ## News - [Leadership starts with you    ](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/leadership-starts-with-you/) - What makes a good leader on farm? In a recent episode of Solving Staffing in Ag, host Iory Hughes speaks with Chris Manley – Nuffield Scholar and founder of Traction – about why leadership isn’t just about managing people, but about how you show up every day.Chris argues that leadership starts with awareness. From noticing - [Neurodiversity in ag  ](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/neurodiversity-in-ag/) - Up to 36% of people working in agriculture are neurodivergent, compared to 15–20% of the general population. In the second episode of Solving Staffing in Ag, host Iory Hughes speaks with dairy farmer Liz Haines, who focused her Nuffield Scholarship on neurodiversity and is working with Farmers Weekly on their Level the Field campaign.During the - [How to attract diverse talent to the UK farming industry](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/pod-notes-how-to-attract-diverse-talent-to-the-uk-farming-industry/) - In Solving Staffing in Ag – a new mini-series of the RASE Farm of the Future podcast – we’re talking about the people side of farming. Across the series, we explore how creating opportunities, developing strong teams, and shifting perspectives can benefit individuals, farm businesses, and the wider industry.For the first episode, host Iory Hughes - [What farmers should know before selling carbon credits    ](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/what-farmers-should-know-before-selling-carbon-credits/) - As the voluntary carbon market expands, farm businesses face a pivotal question: is now the right time to sell carbon credits? A recent Farm of the Future webinar offered clarity, not contracts—guiding farmers through the complex intersection of sustainability, legal commitments, and market readiness.The webinar titled “Carbon credits debunked” featured Becky Willson from Farm Carbon - [Getting paid for sequestering carbon via farming practices     ](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/getting-paid-for-sequestering-carbon-via-farming-practices/) - In a world where farming faces increasing scrutiny and opportunity, carbon sequestration offers a dual benefit—supporting climate goals while opening new revenue streams for farmers. But how feasible is it really to get paid for the carbon you lock into your soil? Carbon as a commodityFarming is at the frontline of climate volatility. Yet, beyond vulnerability - [Farm of the Future initiative receives funding for an additional two years](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/farm-of-the-future-initiative-receives-funding-for-an-additional-two-years/) - Innovation for Agriculture has received funding to continue delivering the RASE Farm of the Future initiative in 2025 and 2026, which the charity delivers on behalf of the Royal Agricultural Society of England (RASE).The funding has been generously awarded by Esmée Fairbairn Foundation and is to focus on supporting farm businesses to introduce practices that - [Growing hemp as a break crop: A case study with The Carbon Farm  ](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/growing-hemp-as-a-break-crop-a-case-study-with-the-carbon-farm/) - Once dismissed and regulated out of existence, hemp is quietly staging a comeback—this time as a soil health regenerator, carbon sink, and sustainable break crop. But can it overcome regulatory hurdles and market gaps to take root in mainstream UK rotations?To explore the potential of hemp as a break crop, we spoke to Luke Middleton - [Crushed basalt: A sustainable solution for soil acidity, crop yields, and climate?](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/crushed-basalt-a-sustainable-solution-for-soil-acidity-crop-yields-and-climate/) - Enhanced rock weathering could be used to mitigate climate change and meet our national carbon budgets in the UK, while potentially also benefiting soil health and crop yields.Professor David Beering, director of the Leverhulme Centre for Climate Change Mitigation, outlined how enhanced rock weathering works in a recent Farm of the Future webinar. Why consider enhanced - [BNG explained](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/bng-explained/) - Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) became a legal requirement for developers in England in 2024. But what is BNG? And what opportunities, if any, does it create for farmers? A recent Farm of the Future webinar covered this topic in depth, and can be watched in the RASE members’ resources. The following blog covers some key - [How peatlands can help agriculture to reach net zero emissions – the practicalities](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/how-peatlands-can-help-agriculture-to-reach-net-zero-emissions-the-practicalities/) - Water table management, drainage, water capture, planning and strategic thinking are all crucial in reducing emissions from lowland peat soils in order to help agriculture reach net zero. With more than half of land use emission reductions by 2040 to come from peatlands, it is a critical area for some of the UK’s most productive farmland. - [How peatlands can help agriculture to reach net zero emissions – the data and the challenges](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/how-peatlands-can-help-agriculture-to-reach-net-zero-emissions-the-data-and-the-challenges/) - The UK’s peatlands are some of the most fertile and productive farming areas, The Fens being a prime example. Whether it’s cereals and oilseeds, root crops or horticulture, these soils are prized. However, they are also under close scrutiny as part of the drive to agriculture meeting net zero emissions. With policy specialists and researchers warning - [Small and automated – the future of agricultural machinery?](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/small-and-automated-the-future-of-agricultural-machinery/) - What if the future of farming isn’t bigger, but smaller, slower and powered by solar?As discussed in our exploration of creating a pathway for alternative farm fuels, there are some specific challenges associated with moving away from diesel in agriculture. Electric powertrains face significant challenges in agricultural vehicles due to energy density limitations.Lithium batteries are - [Making hydrogen as easy as diesel – a case study with Hykit and JCB](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/making-hydrogen-as-easy-as-diesel-a-case-study-with-hykit-and-jcb/) - Farm fuel is at a crossroads. With the UK’s push towards net-zero, diesel-powered machinery—once the backbone of agriculture—is facing mounting costs and potential regulatory pressure. But how can farms realistically transition to cleaner fuels without compromising performance? In a recent Farm of the Future webinar, Neil Tierny, CEO of Hykit, discussed how a partnership with - [Creating a pathway for alternative farm fuels  ](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/creating-a-pathway-for-alternative-farm-fuels/) - For over a century, diesel has powered the machinery that drives British agriculture. Yet, as the industry faces increasing pressure to decarbonise, the reliance on subsidised red diesel is becoming unsustainable. The RASE Farm of the Future report highlights an urgent need for farmers to transition toward alternative fuels—solutions that are practical, cost-effective, and suited - [Farm Inheritance Tax changes: What farmers need to know for succession planning today](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/farm-inheritance-tax-changes-what-farmers-need-to-know-for-succession-planning-today/) - The changes to inheritance tax relief for farmers has brought succession planning to front of mind, as post April 2026 it will no longer be possible to pass many farms onto the next generation without any tax consequences. Speaking in a recent Farm of the Future webinar, Samantha Doherty from the Succession & Tax team - [Succession planning for farms: Turning a tough conversation into a transformational opportunity](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/succession-planning-for-farms-turning-a-tough-conversation-into-a-transformational-opportunity/) - Succession planning for farms is crucially important, can be messy (but not always) and can involve alternative models, such as community buyouts.A recent Farm of the Future webinar, chaired by Professor Lee-Ann Sutherland from the James Hutton Institute’s International Land Use Study Centre, delved into why succession planning is so important for farming families, how - [What can go wrong when there is no plan for succession](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/what-can-go-wrong-when-there-is-no-plan-for-succession/) - Having a succession plan in place is crucially important for farming families, as it can help prevent serious disagreements and the emotional turmoil that can come with them, as well as the cost of solicitors’ fees if those disagreements end up in court. Speaking in the Farm of the Future webinar, ‘Planning for succession: Why, - [Three considerations for farmers and landowners thinking about entering a BNG agreement  ](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/three-considerations-for-farmers-and-landowners-thinking-about-entering-a-bng-agreement/) - BNG can provide an opportunity to generate a new income stream by creating or enhancing habitats on their land that can be sold as biodiversity units to developers who need to offset and deliver 10% improvement in biodiversity for each of their projects. However, BNG requires long-term legal commitments of at least 30 years, so seeking professional advice is crucial before entering into any BNG agreement. - [Securing an income from restoring biodiversity loss](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/securing-an-income-from-restoring-biodiversity-loss/) - Farmers can secure income by restoring biodiversity through public funding like ELMS or private schemes like BNG and carbon storage. Options can complement farming, but legal advice is key. - [Future fuels in agriculture](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/future-fuels-in-agriculture/) - As decarbonisation and removing fossil fuels from the food system creep higher up the socio-political agenda, the agricultural industry must start planning for what will fuel agriculture post red diesel. To start the conversation, RASE and Yorkshire Agricultural Society co-hosted an event at Askham Bryan College in October 2024, which looked at the future of - [Making money from wool](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/making-money-from-wool/) - Wool is ready for a renaissance, with farmers and industry leaders finding innovative ways to improve its quality, value, and sustainability. A recent Farm of the Future webinar featuring four experts - Frank Langrish, Tim White, Andy Wear, and Jen Hunter—highlighted the opportunities and challenges in making money from wool. The webinar covered the three - [Yorkshire farm study tour 2024](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/yorkshire-farm-study-tour-2024/) - In November 2024 RASE and Innovation for Agriculture delivered a farm study tour in Yorkshire, as part of the Farm of the Future series of activities. The tour focused on anaerobic digestion processes and supporting nature on farm to improve natural and economic resilience. It provided an opportunity for attendees to step away from the - [Hampshire farm study tour 2024](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/hampshire-farm-study-tour-2024/) - The Farm of the Future study tour held in Hampshire on 6th and 7th November 2024 brought together 22 attendees from 19 diverse farming businesses involved in both arable and livestock enterprises. The two-day event offered a unique platform for farmers to connect with peers, exchange ideas, and gain inspiration for implementing regenerative farming practices. - [Reflections from a soil and compost workshop](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/reflections-from-a-soil-and-compost-workshop/) - In October 2024, RASE and Innovation for Agriculture held a soil and compost workshop at Norton Court Farm in Gloucestershire. Debbie Wilkins runs the 950 acre farm, which has a mix of beef and dairy cattle, and arable. She is trying to support many natural systems while still being a productive farmer, implementing measures to Knowing your context and thinking of the farm as a system were among the key messages from a recent soil and compost workshop. - [Putting agri-tech developments in action](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/putting-agri-tech-developments-in-action/) - Agri-tech developments can impact everything from herd health to monitoring of carbon flows in the soil, and include the introduction of robotic systems to carry out tasks which historically have been done by people. The Riseholme Campus at the University of Lincoln is a fantastic place to explore agri-tech developments, with numerous examples of putting - [Diversification into insect farming](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/diversification-into-insect-farming/) - Insect farming offers a way to upgrade low value organic materials to a protein rich product. The sector has grown significantly in the UK over the past 10 years, along with the number of companies developing products and technologies. A recent Farm of the Future webinar brought together Mike Boulton from Ento U.P, Thomas Farrugia - [Comparing methane inhibitor options  ](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/comparing-methane-inhibitor-options/) - Methane inhibitors fed as part of a ruminant’s ration can reduce the quantity of methane produced in the rumen and emitted by the animal. This can reduce the overall emissions associated with meat and milk production. A recent Farm of the Future webinar brought together Annie Williams from the UK Agri-Tech Centre, Philip Ingram from - [Yield is vanity. Profit is sanity](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/yield-is-vanity-profit-is-sanity/) - And what does regenerative farming look like in practice asks leading farmer. - [Using a holistic management framework to guide farming decisions](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/using-a-holistic-management-framework-to-guide-farming-decisions/) - RASE award winner talks of how he has applied his ecological training to farm management decisions. - [Regenerative root crops](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/regenerative-root-crops/) - Root crops present a particular challenge to farmers who are trying to adopt regenerative practices. - [Opportunities for using artificial intelligence in livestock farming](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/opportunities-for-using-artificial-intelligence-in-livestock-farming/) - Artificial intelligence (AI) has a multitude of uses in livestock farming. In livestock farming, a lot of the uses of AI so far have been using data analytics, rather than deep learning. - [Livestock farmers are invited to a Farm of the Future demonstration event](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/livestock-farmers-are-invited-to-a-farm-of-the-future-demonstration-event/) - Farmers can register to attend a demonstration event at Plumpton College in East Sussex, to see and discuss how to future proof their livestock businesses. - [Is regenerative farmed food more nutritious?](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/is-regeneratively-farmed-food-more-nutritious/) - How do regenerative farming practices impact the nutritional quality of food? - [Improving mental health for everyone on farm, everyday](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/improving-mental-health-for-everyone-on-farm-everyday/) - Up to one third of farmers in the UK are either possibly or probably depressed, in a recent talk on mental health in farming - [Growing maize with a permanent living mulch – an agricultural experiment](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/growing-maize-with-a-permanent-living-mulch-an-agricultural-experiment/) - Three farmers shared their experiences of putting regenerative farming theory into practice with maize production. - [Family farming decisions](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/family-farming-decisions/) - Read how two farming families are making decisions to increase the resilience of their family farming businesses. - [How mob grazing can rejuvenate arable soils](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/news/how-mob-grazing-can-rejuvenate-arable-soils/) - Introducing livestock to an arable system can improve the biological function of soil. This impact can be maximized by using diverse leys and adopting grazing techniques to promote the build up of organic matter and soil fertility. The impact of eliminating livestock from arable rotations In the 20th and early part of the ## Reports - [Anaerobic digestion for heat, electricity & fuels](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/anaerobic-digestion-for-heat-electricity-and-transport-fuel/) - Core to the UK’s energy grid, anaerobic digestion converts into biogas. Read Farm of the Future report by the Royal Agricultural Society of England. - [Agricultural subsidy payments](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/agricultural-subsidy-payment-plans/) - The Government target is for 70% of farmers, covering 70% of land, to take an agricultural subsidy. Read the report from the Royal Agricultural Society of England. - [Farm enterprises and novel crops](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/other-farm-enterprises-and-novel-crops/) - There are increasing opportunities for novel crops and more innovative supply systems to be set up on farms or at other locations. - [Intensive meat production](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/intensive-meat-production/) - Intensive meat production emission KPIs can be adopted across pig, poultry and beef farming, to balance economic viability with social and environmental responsibility. - [Horticulture production](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/horticulture-production/) - There needs to be focus on produce that balances consumer need with reduced carbon emissions, less waste and increased efficiency. - [Cereal production](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/cereal-production/) - The arable supply chain and cereal production should reflect the need to reduce emissions. Read the Farm of the Future report - [Introduction to farm decarbonisation](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/farm-enterprise-decarbonisation/) - We identify the impact upon agri-food supply chains and suggest how changes to traditional farming can enhance farm decarbonisation and carbon-saving. - [Autonomous systems on farms](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/autonomous-systems-on-farms/) - Autonomous systems such as controlled traffic farming, driverless vehicles and robotics are transforming agriculture. Read the Farm of the Future report. - [Energy storage technologies](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/energy-storage-technologies/) - Battery and energy storage on farms may become even more important as the UK’s energy system decentralises and ‘Time of Use Tariffs’ become common. - [Solar photovoltaics (PV)](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/solar-photovoltaics/) - Many farms have invested in solar photovoltaics on roofs as well as ground-mounted systems and are providing a return on investment. - [Heat pumps](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/heat-pumps/) - Heat pumps extract natural heat from a medium using ‘reverse-refrigeration’ processes. Read our Farm of the Future report. - [Small scale on-farm biogas](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/small-scale-on-farm-biogas/) - With the UK’s commitment to net zero and with increasing energy prices, the moment has come for a reassessment of the role of small-scale on-farm biogas. - [The energy landscape](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/understanding-the-energy-landscape/) - It is important for the farm business to understand where and how much energy is being used and where reductions can be made. - [Decarbonising energy use and farm diversification](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/decarbonising-energy-use-and-farm-diversification/) - A low carbon economy requires reducing food production reliance on fossil fuels as much as possible, as well as reducing other GHG emissions. Read more. - [Partnerships in carbon transition](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/stakeholder-partnerships-in-low-carbon-transition/) - Partnerships between farmers, processors, retailers and consumers have taken on a greater importance in recent years. - [Measuring farm carbon](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/measuring-farm-carbon/) - While there are various tools, there are three main options available to all UK farmers and growers who are keen to measure farm carbon. - [Grassland and ruminants](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/grassland-and-the-role-of-ruminants-in-carbon-management/) - Grassland covers over 52 million kilometres, or 40.5%, of the total terrestrial area globally and are an important ecosystem and carbon sink. - [Carbon and soils](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/carbon-and-soils/) - Much can be learned from studying soil. It is a bewilderingly complex ecosystem of millions of species and organisms. Read the Farm of the Future report. - [The need for decarbonisation in farming](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/the-need-for-rural-decarbonisation-in-farming/) - Successful transition requires a step change in knowledge and research turning ‘science into practice’, and targeted government support. - [Farming in the 2020's: Time for change](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/introduction-time-for-change/) - Meaningful change needs to be underpinned by science-based targets, new technology, innovation and working alongside nature-based solutions. - [A new era of public support for farmers](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/cap-to-elms-a-new-farm-policy-a-new-era-for-farmers-in-england/) - One significant impact of Brexit was the opportunity for the four devolved nations to decide for themselves how to support farmers. - [The net zero transition](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/the-net-zero-transition-fuels-technologies-markets-and-infrastructure/) - It is essential to consider vehicle or infrastructure asset replacement cycles, given that many farm vehicles have working lives of 15 to 20 years. - [Rural energy housing challenges](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/rural-energy-housing-challenges/) - Nearly 4 million, mainly rural homes aren't connected to the gas grid. Getting these onto low carbon heating is better than switching connected homes. - [Reducing transport emissions in food production](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/reducing-transport-emissions-within-the-food-production-supply-chain/) - British agriculture represents 8% of all transport GHG emissions, derived from on and off-road farm transport and other fossil fuel driven machinery. - [Potatoes](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/potatoes-fulfilling-their-potential/) - What marks potatoes out is the higher yield per hectare than other crops, which is a better picture of productivity and wider impacts. - [Policy pathways](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/policy-pathways-for-agricultural-decarbonisation/) - Farmers and rural businesses should be fully engaged in developing solutions that optimise their ability deliver results on farms. - [On farm heating and cooling](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/on-farm-heating-and-cooling-options/) - A heat/chill heat system can be used to provide low carbon heat for a range of on-farm agricultural processes. - [Nutrient recycling and management](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/nutrient-recycling-and-management-the-role-of-by-products-and-co-products/) - Recovery of waste, recycling of products, by-products and co-products to land provides an opportunity to reduce the environmental footprint of food production. - [Novel fuels and powertrains](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/novel-fuels-and-powertrain-demonstration/) - The speed of replacement of fossil fuels on farms will be greatly enhanced by more on-farm working demonstration sites often managed by ‘early adopters’. - [Milk and dairy production](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/milk-and-dairy-production/) - The wider environmental impacts of a complex supply chain should be addressed, as the majority of emissions are linked to milk and dairy production. - [Low carbon heat technologies](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/low-carbon-heat-technologies/) - Farms require heat for a range of purposes - grain and vegetable drying; produce chilling; controlled livestock environments. - [Hydrogen](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/hydrogen/) - There is no ‘natural’ source of hydrogen, so it is produced in the UK most commonly by steam methane or auto thermal reforming. - [Financing farm decarbonisation](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/introduction-to-financing-farm-energy-decarbonisation/) - Farms can reduce emissions and costs in one fell swoop. Distributed renewable energy is a new asset class with attractive opportunities. Read our report. - [Fertiliser and agrochemicals](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/fertiliser-and-agrochemical-manufacturing-use-and-resource-efficiencies/) - Contributions of herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, and growth regulators are estimated to comprise about 3% of GHG emissions in arable cropping. - [Farm scale on-shore wind power](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/farm-scale-on-shore-wind/) - Wind power will continue to play an important part in the UK’s renewable energy mix – and provide an additional source of farm income. - [Farm and land management](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/introduction-to-farm-and-land-resource-management/) - Farms can be part of the land management solution by harnessing the power of photosynthesis to grow and build carbon in soils and recycling opportunities. - [Electric vehicle and gas fuel instrastructure costs](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/battery-electric-vehicle-bev-and-caseous-fuels-biomethane-hydrogen-infrastructure-costs/) - For an electric vehicle transition to succeed, accessible and reliable power supplies 24/7 will be a pre-requisite, either from the grid or on-farm renewables. - [Digital technologies](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/digital-technologies-and-renewable-energy/) - Digital innovation is enabling farms to adjust electricity requirements and take advantage of on-farm generated and stored power or cheaper off-peak tariffs. - [Decarbonising agricultural vehicles & fuels](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/a-vision-for-decarbonising-agricultural-vehicles-and-fuels/) - If the rural economy is to reduce emissions, it needs to replace diesel with low or zero carbon fuels. Read about decarbonising agricultural vehicles in our report. - [Carbon sequestration and microbial soil activity](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/the-potential-of-recycled-by-products-to-increase-carbon-sequestration-and-encourage-beneficial-microbial-activity-in-soils/) - Recycling carbon rich by-products of rural, urban and industrial activities back to soil can mitigate climate change. Read Farm of the Future report. - [Biodiversity: A balance between farming & nature](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/promoting-biodiversity-creating-a-balance-between-livestock-farming-and-nature/) - A balance between farming and nature needs the evaluation of biodiversity and natural benefits that can be quantified. Read the Farm of the Future report. - [Automated field systems](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/automated-field-systems/) - Such techniques can increase yields by as much as 20%. Read more on the Farm of the Future report from the Royal Agricultural Society of England. - [Farm enterprise decarbonisation](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/farm-enterprise-decarbonisation-2/) - Farm enterprise decarbonisation Setting the scene Farm and land resource management Renewable energy and bioenergy systems Alternative farm fuels and automated vehicles Farm enterprise decarbonisation Policy pathways Introduction to farm decarbonisation We identify the impact upon agri-food supply chains and suggest how changes to traditional farming can enhance carbon-saving. Milk and dairy production The wider - [Key messages](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/key-messages/) - Each section of this report puts forward a vision of how farming across the UK might adapt to the challenges posed by climate change. - [Alternative farm fuels and automated vehicles](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/alternative-farm-fuels-and-automated-vehicles/) - Alternative farm fuels and automated vehicles Setting the scene Farm and land resource management Renewable energy and bioenergy systems Alternative farm fuels and automated vehicles Farm enterprise decarbonisation Policy pathways Decarbonising agricultural vehicles & fuels If the rural economy is to play its part in the reduction of emissions, it needs to develop a pathway - [Renewable energy and bioenergy systems](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/renewable-energy-and-bioenergy-systems/) - Renewable energy and bioenergy systems Setting the scene Farm and land resource management Renewable energy and bioenergy systems Alternative farm fuels and automated vehicles Farm enterprise decarbonisation Policy pathways Decarbonising energy use and farm diversification A low carbon economy requires reducing food production reliance on fossil fuels as much as possible, as well as reducing - [Farm and land resource management](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/farm-and-land-resource-management/) - Farm and land resource management Setting the scene Farm and land resource management Renewable energy and bioenergy systems Alternative farm fuels and automated vehicles Farm enterprise decarbonisation Policy pathways Farm and land management Farms can be part of the solution by harnessing the power of photosynthesis to grow and build carbon in soils and recycling - [Setting the scene](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/setting-the-scene/) - Setting the scene Setting the scene Farm and land resource management Renewable energy and bioenergy systems Alternative farm fuels and automated vehicles Farm enterprise decarbonisation Policy pathways Key messages Each section of this report puts forward a vision of how farming across the UK might adapt to the challenges posed by climate change. Farming in - [Preface](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/preface/) - There is no way in which we can win the battle against climate change unless we recognise the central role which agriculture must play. Net Zero is not just a matter of radically reducing our emissions. There can’t be human or animal life without emissions. Zero has therefore never been on the cards. However, before - [Foreword](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report/foreword/) - Since the creation of the first farms over 10,000 years ago, mankind has devised increasingly clever ways of harvesting sunlight and converting this into food by essentially growing carbon in sustainable farming systems. However, it is only in the last 100 years or so that we have found ways to accelerate this process, partly based ## Expert categories - [Milk and dairy production](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert-category/milk-and-dairy-production/) - [Horticulture production](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert-category/horticulture-production/) - [Intensive meat production](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert-category/intensive-meat-production/) - [Carbon and soils](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert-category/carbon-and-soils/) - [Cereal production](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert-category/cereal-production/) - [Energy storage technologies](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert-category/energy-storage-technologies/) - [Nutrient re-cycling](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert-category/nutrient-re-cycling/) - [Soil health](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert-category/soil-health/) - [Agricultural policy](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert-category/agricultural-policy/) - [Sustainable livestock management](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert-category/sustainable-livestock-management/) - [Small scale farming](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert-category/small-scale-farming/) - [Alternative biofuels](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert-category/alternative-biofuels/) - Includes biogas, - [Precision agriculture](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/expert-category/precision-agriculture/) ## Report categories - [Farm and land resource management](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/farm-and-land-resource-management-soils-water-and-biodiversity/) - [Carbon and soils](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/farm-and-land-resource-management-soils-water-and-biodiversity/carbon-and-soils/) - [Grassland and the role of ruminants](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/farm-and-land-resource-management-soils-water-and-biodiversity/grassland-and-the-role-of-ruminants-in-carbon-management/) - [Measuring farm carbon](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/farm-and-land-resource-management-soils-water-and-biodiversity/measuring-farm-carbon/) - [Fertiliser and agrochemicals](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/farm-and-land-resource-management-soils-water-and-biodiversity/fertiliser-and-agrochemical-manufacturing-use-and-resource-efficiencies/) - [Nutrient recycling and management](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/farm-and-land-resource-management-soils-water-and-biodiversity/nutrient-recycling-and-management/) - [Recycled by products to increase carbon sequestration](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/farm-and-land-resource-management-soils-water-and-biodiversity/the-potential-of-recycled-by-products-to-increase-carbon-sequestration/) - [Farm of the Future : Journey to Net Zero](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/) - [Agricultural subsidy payment plans in the UK](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/farm-and-land-resource-management-soils-water-and-biodiversity/agricultural-subsidy-payment-plans-in-the-uk/) - [CAP to ELMs. A new farm policy and a new era for farmers in England](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/farm-and-land-resource-management-soils-water-and-biodiversity/cap-to-elms-a-new-farm-policy-and-a-new-era-for-farmers-in-england/) - [Biodiversity: A balance between livestock farming and nature](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/farm-and-land-resource-management-soils-water-and-biodiversity/promoting-biodiversity-creating-a-balance-between-livestock-farming-and-nature/) - [Farm enterprise decarbonisation](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/farm-enterprise-decarbonisation/) - [Milk and dairy production](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/farm-enterprise-decarbonisation/milk-and-dairy-production/) - [Introduction to farm enterprise decarbonisation](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/farm-enterprise-decarbonisation/introduction-to-farm-enterprise-decarbonisation/) - [Cereal production](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/farm-enterprise-decarbonisation/cereal-production/) - [Horticulture production](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/farm-enterprise-decarbonisation/horticulture-production/) - [Intensive meat production](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/farm-enterprise-decarbonisation/intensive-meat-production/) - [Potatoes fulfilling their potential](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/farm-enterprise-decarbonisation/potatoes-fulfilling-their-potential/) - [Other farm enterprises and novel crops](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/farm-enterprise-decarbonisation/other-farm-enterprises-and-novel-crops/) - [Alternative farm fuels, powertrains and automated vehicles](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/alternative-farm-fuels-powertrains-and-automated-vehicles/) - [Introduction to alternative farm fuels](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/alternative-farm-fuels-powertrains-and-automated-vehicles/introduction-to-alternative-farm-fuels/) - [Vision for decarbonising agricultural vehicles](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/alternative-farm-fuels-powertrains-and-automated-vehicles/vision-for-decarbonising-agricultural-vehicles/) - [The net zero transition](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/alternative-farm-fuels-powertrains-and-automated-vehicles/the-net-zero-transition/) - [Asset and fuel choice for farm vehicles](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/alternative-farm-fuels-powertrains-and-automated-vehicles/the-net-zero-transition/asset-and-fuel-choice-for-farm-vehicles/) - [Battery electric vehicle infrastructure costs](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/alternative-farm-fuels-powertrains-and-automated-vehicles/the-net-zero-transition/battery-electric-vehicle-infrastructure-costs/) - [Autonomous systems on farms](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/alternative-farm-fuels-powertrains-and-automated-vehicles/autonomous-systems-on-farms/) - [Introduction to autonomous systems](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/alternative-farm-fuels-powertrains-and-automated-vehicles/autonomous-systems-on-farms/introduction-to-autonomous-systems/) - [Autonomous field systems](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/alternative-farm-fuels-powertrains-and-automated-vehicles/autonomous-systems-on-farms/autonomous-field-systems/) - [Novel fuels](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/alternative-farm-fuels-powertrains-and-automated-vehicles/novel-fuels/) - [Renewable energy & bioenergy systems](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/renewable-energy-bioenergy-systems/) - [Decarbonising energy use & diversification](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/renewable-energy-bioenergy-systems/decarbonising-energy-use-diversification/) - [Understanding the energy landscape](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/renewable-energy-bioenergy-systems/understanding-the-energy-landscape/) - [Rural energy housing challenges](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/renewable-energy-bioenergy-systems/rural-energy-housing-challenges/) - [Anaerobic digestion for heat, electricity & fuel](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/renewable-energy-bioenergy-systems/anaerobic-digestion-for-heat-electricity-fuel/) - [Small scale on farm biogas](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/renewable-energy-bioenergy-systems/anaerobic-digestion-for-heat-electricity-fuel/small-scale-on-farm-biogas/) - [Low carbon heat technologies](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/renewable-energy-bioenergy-systems/low-carbon-heat-technologies/) - [Heat pumps](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/renewable-energy-bioenergy-systems/low-carbon-heat-technologies/heat-pumps/) - [On farm heating and cooling](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/renewable-energy-bioenergy-systems/low-carbon-heat-technologies/on-farm-heating-and-cooling/) - [Solar photovoltaics](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/renewable-energy-bioenergy-systems/solar-photovoltaics/) - [Energy storage technologies](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/renewable-energy-bioenergy-systems/energy-storage-technologies/) - [Hydrogen](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/renewable-energy-bioenergy-systems/hydrogen/) - [Digital technologies and renewable energy](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/renewable-energy-bioenergy-systems/digital-technologies-and-renewable-energy/) - [Introduction to financing farm energy](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/renewable-energy-bioenergy-systems/introduction-to-financing-farm-energy/) - [Introduction to Farm of the Future](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/introduction-to-farm-of-the-future/) - [Reducing transport emissions](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/introduction-to-farm-of-the-future/reducing-transport-emissions/) - [Stakeholder partnerships](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/introduction-to-farm-of-the-future/stakeholder-partnerships/) - [Policy pathways for agricultural decarbonisation](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/policy-pathways-for-agricultural-decarbonisation/) - [Introduction to policy pathways](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/policy-pathways-for-agricultural-decarbonisation/introduction-to-policy-pathways/) - [Preface](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/preface/) - [Foreword](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/farm-of-the-future-journey-to-net-zero/foreword/) - [Section Header](https://farmofthefuture.co.uk/report-category/section-header/)