Farming, the Biggest Job on Earth

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Episode 5: Debating the future of food

This episode’s conversations were recorded at a dinner bringing together people from across the food industry to celebrate the role of farming over a shared love of food and to discuss the challenges the industry faces. The evening was held at FarmED in the Cotswolds, a demonstration farm owned by Ian and Celene Wilkinson. Dinner guests included farmers alongside chef Ben Ebbrell, of Sorted Food fame, Government representatives, retail supply chain managers, Claire Evans the headteacher of an inner-city primary school and Professor David Hughes, an immensely well-travelled professor of global food chains.

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Why Farming Matters Schools Resource

In collaboration with LEAF Education we’ve relaunched ‘Why Farming Matters’ for primary school teachers to support young people in their learning and understanding in literacy, maths, debate and critical thinking all through the medium of farming, food production and the natural environment. The resource covers areas including the importance of soil, energy production, food provenance, water use and biodiversity on farm. The free resource is available online or you can order a physical copy.

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#BiggestJobOnEarth in action

This summer we've been on the road with our BJOE exhibition. Our funfair activities have stimulated vibrant conversations with the agricultural community and the wider public about food production and the role farming plays in our society.

Why do you think farming is the Biggest Job on Earth?

You've been adding to our pledge board to tell us why you think farming is the Biggest Job on Earth.

How do our team make a positive impact on the biggest job on earth?

Neil Kay

Business Director UK & Ireland

"Food security, production and supply chains are facing more challenges than ever before opening up the potential to leave many countries vulnerable. BASF remain committed to supporting British growers maximise the potential of their crops and provide high-quality food to the nation."

Aliona Jones

Agronomy Manager

"Always there to support growers, advisors and new entrants in the sector with timely advice and going the extra mile. Supporting ladies in the sector, encouraging and empowering."

Phillippa Overson

Head of Crop Campaigns

"Enable the campaign manager team to provide education and messages to the market which help growers get the best yields they can through correct use of products and the use of IPM on their farms."

Colin Mountford-Smith

Agronomy Manager

"Working closely with UK growers and supporting the industry via events such as Open Farm Sunday, BJOE and the Real Road Trip."

Steve Dennis

Head of Business Development

"Maximise the positive impact for those using our products. Giving efficient and researched advice and recommendations."

Matthew Goodson

Specialities Market Manager

"I have a direct impact on ensuring the solutions we create, work in the real world and are focused on solving real challenges."

Angus Murray

Business Development Adviser

"I make a positive impact on UK agriculture by taking the lead on BASF’s technical hotline, supporting farmers, growers and their agronomists on how to maximise quality and yield of their precious crops through the most efficient, crop-safe and environmentally responsible use of our plant protection products."

Paul Goddard

Business Development Manager

"Through influence we can reduce waste, so maximising carbon efficiency in the production of our food so minimising the impact on the environment. By minimising waste we are able to create quality space for biodiversity."