Agri-Tech Week creates a unique opportunity to meet the people behind the latest science and innovations and to visit those on-farm that are adopting cutting-edge technology.
The week aims to showcase exciting developments in agri-tech through a dynamic mix of events, workshops, farm visits and, of course, the Agri-TechE REAP conference.
More detailed information about the events is available on the Agri-Tech Week microsite.
Monday 6th November
Real-world solutions to tackle the impacts of climate change
Chance to gain an insight into five ground-breaking projects that are providing novel solutions to real world challenges. Topics include:
- Decision support for policy
- Improving soil health
- Biofortification and disease resistance
- Biotechnology as alternative to fossil fuels
- Developments in the circular economy
In-person event hosted by the Norwich Research Park, at the Centrum, NR4 7UG
Click here to read our event report.
3 CPD Basis Points are available to attendees.
Heat and drought
Many crop growing regions are expected to experience reduced rainfall and prolonged droughts, which can have serious implications for agriculture productivity. In this event researchers will explore various mechanisms to predict and mitigate these impacts on food security.
This free in-person event is hosted by the University of Essex, and looks at innovations that may offer a lifeline to this sector.
Tuesday 7th November
Integrated pest management in action
This interactive event discusses learning points from three EU funded integrated pest management projects. It will signpost the tools and information that are available and discuss the results of field based demonstrations.
This free in-person event is hosted by ADAS RSK at the Over Community Centre, Cambridge, CB24 5NW.
3 CPD Basis Points are available to attendees.
Embedding entrepreneurship in research
Commercially-driven scientists discuss how they have spun out new companies from their research in areas such as plant-based therapeutics, made-to-order disease resistance and biofortification.
This event at The Sainsbury Laboratory, Norwich, NR4 7UG, explores the success of its Entrepreneur-in-Residence Programme and includes interactive displays.
Read the summary of the day here.
2 CPD Basis Points are available to attendees.
Wednesday 8th November
REAP conference 2023: Adaptation through innovation; beyond the comfort zone
Can agriculture improve its resilience to increasingly frequent ‘extreme’ events and what is the role of science and innovation in creating opportunity out of challenge?
Expert speakers drawn from farming and policy, ground-breaking scientists and technology visionaries discuss at Agri-TechE’s REAP conference 2023 at the Rowley Mile Conference Centre, Newmarket, CB8 0TF.
Find out more at reapconference.co.uk or read the summary and the Start-Up Showcase is unveiled!
6 CPD Basis Points are available to attendees.
Thursday 9th November
Gene editing and genetic modification
The first European field trial of genome-edited wheat at Rothamsted Research showed a significant reduction of asparagine, with no effects on yield or nitrogen content of the grain. This is one of the breakthroughs that will benefit from the new Genetic Technology (Precision Breeding) Act that will enable the development and marketing of gene edited crops in England.
This free event hosted at Rothamsted Research, Harpenden, AL5 2JQ, reviews the technology and its potential.
Read the summary of the day here.
4 CPD Basis Points are available to attendees.
Explore first-hand how technology is at the root of vegetable consumption
Farming and fresh produce company, Fredrick Hiam Foods Ltd, has introduced automation technologies in its field operations and factory. There will be a chance to see Robotti demonstrated by Autonomous Agri Solutions and a Laser Weed Sprayer demonstrated by VCS Agronomy and the parsnip processor Wyma in the packing shed.
This event is hosted by Royal Norfolk Agricultural Association and takes place at Fredrick Hiam Foods Ltd, Brick Kiln Farm IP27 OSE
Read our summary of the day here.
2 CPD Basis Points are available to attendees.
Friday 10th November
Crops to products; building those value-chains
Novel crops offer resilience and new market opportunities, but how do you grow and harvest them and what are the market opportunities? NIAB’s Centre for High Carbon Capture Cropping aims to answer these types of questions.
This lively event brings together a diverse range of speakers to talk about the value chains and products.
A hybrid event taking place at NIAB Park Farm, Cambridge CB24 9NZ.
Click here to read our summary of the day.
2 CPD Basis Points are available to attendees.
