Conference launches to help farmers stay ahead in rapidly evolving industry

The event will take place on 3rd December 2024, from 10 am to 3 pm at the KingsGate Conference Centre, Peterborough.  

Hutchinsons chairman, Andrew McShane, explained: “This is a unique event aimed specifically at today’s farmers looking to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry. 

“With data-driven digital technology becoming ever more important to the way we farm; this conference aims to focus on solutions that can be implemented today to support profitable and sustainable food production. 

“This conference is not just an event, it’s a movement towards a more data enabled and technology-confident farming community.” 

Practical insights and solutions 

The organisers said that with technology playing a crucial role in modern farming, this conference will provide practical insights and solutions that can be implemented today to support profitable and sustainable food production.  

The event aims to demystify digital tools and show how they can contribute to improved farming practices. 

Connected Farming – Growing Profitably and Responsibly in a Digital Age highlights include: 

Inspiration: Farmers will hear from fellow farmers who have successfully integrated digital technologies into their operations and learn from their real-life experiences. 

Adoption: The participants will receive expert advice on digital solutions that are applicable to both small and large farms. 

Integration: They will explore how digital farming fits into the wider data-driven supply chain and understand its long-term impacts on your business. 

Imagination: Farmers will discover the future of farming as man and machine collaborate to shape smarter agricultural decisions. 

Connection: The event attendees will be able to network with industry experts, technology providers, and peers to share insights and create valuable partnerships. 

Hutchinsons will also share/announce their latest digital farming research during the conference. 

Speaker line-up 

A diverse range of speakers will share their expertise, including: 

David Purdy – machinery and soil health expert, John Deere 

Matthew Smith – head of Foods Data Science, Marks & Spencer 

David Webster – CEO, LEAF 

Julian Gairdner – farm data governance expert 

George Marangos-Gilks – satellite technology expert, Messium 

Leading Growers – farmers who have embraced digital farming tools 

There will also be a technology exhibition and key suppliers will showcase practical solutions available currently. 

To attend, registration is essential. Visit Hutchinsons Connected Farming Conference to secure your place.  

BASIS and NRoSO CPD points will also be available for attendees. 

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