Farm Jersey

28/11/2024

Looking to stock your shelves with local produce ahead of the weekend then head along to the Town Church tomorrow.

07/11/2024

Paul Murphy, CEO of Jersey Business spoke to attendees about the Ag Loan Scheme, which is now open and information about the scheme has been sent to Rural Support Scheme members today.

For those wanting to know more about how to apply they are holding an information session at Jersey Business on November 14th.

Further information is available here: https://www.jerseybusiness.je/finance/funding-opportunities-to-boost-your-productivity/agricultural-loans-fund/

07/11/2024

David Watson, CEO LEAF (Linking Environment And Farming) gave us an overview of their sustainability agenda, which now includes their globally recognised LEAF Marque.

He's a great advocate of farmers teaching farmers, and believes Jersey already does a great deal others could learn from.

All of the recordings of today's presentations will be available to watch back on YouTube in the coming weeks or you can join us online today at:

www.jerseyfarmingconference.com

07/11/2024

Fantastic to hear from Deputy Kirsten Morel this morning. As the Minister with responsibility for the Island’s rural economy he reflected on the changes we have witnessed over the last three years he's been in the role.

Thank you to him for his continued support.

07/11/2024

Roll on Jersey Royal season... thanks to Alex Bartlett, CEO of Albert Bartlett for joining us and sharing his passion and excitement about their plans for the 2025 season.

We can't wait to see the purple takeover as they look to reinvigorate consumers love for our favourite tuber.

07/11/2024

And we’re off… as Hannah Shellswell introduces the day’s agenda and provides an excellent summary of a highlight filled year.

Today’s farming conference, as always, wouldn’t be possible without our sponsors including Jersey Water who have pledged to plant a tree for every attendee here today. They’ll be working with Jersey Trees for Life to plant around 175 trees, amazing!

07/11/2024

Today's Jersey Farming Conference livestream will start at 0945am. If you're unable to join us in person then please do follow online, you'll find the video feed will go live once we begin proceedings here at La Mare Wine Estate.

https://www.jerseyfarmingconference.com

05/11/2024

We're already a few days into this month but there is still plenty of time to celebrate the beautiful local produce our farmers have been working hard to grow for us to enjoy.

24/10/2024

Well said Jersey Business

15/10/2024

Visit local dairy farm Blanc Pignon, to find out more about the work they do to create a range of artisan dairy and meat products.

08/10/2024

Registration is now open for this year’s annual Jersey Farming Conference 2024, which will take place at La Mare Wine Estate (and on-line) on Thursday 7 November.

The Jersey Farming Conference is open to all businesses and individuals who have an interest in the rural economy

Register at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-jersey-farming-conference-farming-matters-tickets-1012598468277

03/10/2024

This weekend is the Royal Jersey Agricultural & Horticultural Society autumn fair.

Alongside all of the excellent FREE activities for kids is the cattle show and other fantastic pastimes.

Taking place on both Saturday and Sunday, from 10:30 to 17:00 tickets are just £5 for adults, £3 for seniors, and children go free.

01/10/2024

While the summer may very much be behind us Autumn brings with it a whole host of new excellent local produce to choose from.

There are lots of seasonal delights to choose from, all grown on island by local farmers and smallholders.

Here are just some of the things to look out for this month.

29/09/2024

25/09/2024

This weekend, in conjunction with the Corn Riots Festival in St Helier, there will be a farmers and local produce market taking place in the Royal Square.

Open between 12-4pm on both Saturday and Sunday and featuring a number of local farmers and smallholders selling their produce.

More information on the La F***e d’Avoût, the Corn Riots Festival, can be found here Gov.je/CornRiots

24/09/2024

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit on Saturday to see smallholder Oliver Griggs for his Open Farm Day. We learnt about his journey into farming and how he is negotiating the challenges and opportunities of small scale market garden farming. We also harvested a field of squash and fed some cabbages to the chickens!

After the tour we shared a meal prepared by SCOOP The Sustainable Cooperative inspired by the produce grown at the farm.

07/09/2024

29/08/2024

Fantastic news SCOOP The Sustainable Cooperative

Save the date! We're super excited to be launching our second season of Open Farm Days.

Our Open Farm Days provide an opportunity to engage with our growers and find out more about the work they do.

We will start by visiting Bramble Farm on Sunday the 8th of September, to learn about their work providing opportunities for therapeutic care, while rearing goats, sheep, pigs and chickens. This is followed by a visit to local smallholder and market gardener Oliver Griggs of The Lomah on Saturday the 21st of September.

Reserve your space here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/scoop-open-farm-days-319509

A tour of each farm is followed by some delicious food, prepared with ingredients grown or produced on the site.

Open Farm Days aim to create a network of support among existing growers and those who might be considering a farming future, while connecting local producers with consumers, to foster a greater understanding and appreciation towards the work farmers in Jersey do for their community. Our Open Farm Days are supported by Farm Jersey .

All of our featured growers and producers share an interest in nurturing local ecological habitats, protecting our natural resources and producing wonderful food.

We will be introducing each Open Farm Day over the coming weeks, but places are limited, so please book early to avoid disappointment.