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Double the land used to grow fruit and veg

We have backed an open letter coordinated by the Soil Association to the new Prime Minister Keir Starmer calling him to back and scale-up British fruit and vegetable farming. Along with other farming and environmental groups, influencers and TV presenters we have sent the letter asking the Prime Minister to... Read More...

Our demands for the new government

This is a prime moment to write to your local elected candidate (no matter which political party they are part of) to tell them all about the numerous public, social and environmental benefits of CSA and encourage them to provide more support. You can even invite them to visit your CSA... Read More...
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CSA Member survey 2024

A snapshot of CSA in the UK and its impacts are summarised in this one pager here. Here we share a more detailed overview of the 2024 member survey results, thank you to all those who took part. A survey sent to the 190 CSA Network UK member farms in... Read More...

New research finds more farmers trying CSA

Almost 40% of farmers said they were trying out Community Supported Agriculture to diversify their farm. Research of 100 freehold farmers across the UK, from wealth manager Investec Wealth & Investment, have found that farmers are diversifying traditional arable, dairy, or livestock farming to use their land in new ways... Read More...

Joint letter to new government – support UK horticulture

Restoring the resilience of UK fruit and vegetable production. Along with the Landworkers’ Alliance, Soil Association, Sustain, OF&G Organic, Growing Communities, Regather, The Wildlife Trusts, Propagate and the Better Food Traders we have sent a letter to Steve Reed, the new Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.... Read More...

The current picture of CSA in the UK

A snapshot of CSA in the UK and its impacts CSAs have many public, social and environmental benefits. Our latest member survey and research summarises some of these numerous benefits here. These include: There are around 230+ CSA farms in the UK, 190 of these are our network members. These... Read More...
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CSA in the Big Issue – support British farmers

“We shouldn’t be reliant on foreign food,” prime minister Rishi Sunak posted on social media recently. “Buy British.” But his own government have made it harder to do so, farmers and campaigners have warned. Our Network Coordinator Suzy Russell in the Big Issue this week is fighting the case for... Read More...

General Election 2024 – ask your local candidate to support CSA!

With less than 2 weeks until election day on July 4th, we have prepared a letter that you can send to your local candidates to ask them to support Community Supported Agriculture in your area. Please use this letter as a template to write to local candidates. You can find... Read More...
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More support for small farms and market gardens in England

Soon small farms and market gardens will be eligible to apply for the DEFRA Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI). This was previously only available for farms larger than 5 hectares. The SFI will also be open to new entrants who previously did not meet the requirements for the previous Basic Payment... Read More...
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The Organic Growers Gathering 27th-29th September 2024

We are excited to be sponsoring the Organic Growers Gathering 2024 27th-29th September 2024 at the Hardwick Estate, South Oxfordshire. Cultivating skills and knowledge with the organic growing community.  The gathering is for small scale fruit, veg, herb and flower growers, land workers, crafters and more. Whether you’re a weathered... Read More...
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CSA UK on BBC Countryfile

The power of CSA features on BBC Countryfile. Our CSA Network UK board member Charlotte Barry at Camel Community Supported Agriculture (Camel CSA), North Cornwall, featured on Countryfile, talking about growing to organic principles and in an agroecological way to protect nature and practicing no dig methods to not disturb... Read More...
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The Agroecology Learning Collective (TALC) has launched

TALC is a new UK-based collective of agroecological trainers, mentors, advisors, centres of learning and demonstration farms that work together to share and deliver the skills and knowledge needed for a regenerative future.  TALC aims to drive collaboration and knowledge-sharing across the sector, building regional, national and international links between... Read More...
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New Funding for Farmers to Enhance Water Resources

On 22nd April, Defra launched a new initiative to help farmers collaborate on water storage projects, protect against drought, and ensure food security. Farmers can now apply for a  Local Resources Options screening study in their area. Applications are open until 23:59 on Sunday, 16th June. These studies will assist... Read More...
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Thanks to the Pebble Trust

We are hugely grateful to The Pebble Trust for offering us a further two years of funding to continue working in Scotland promoting CSA. They are also helping support two Scottish CSAs to be part of our 2024 Incubator scheme. Read More...
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Universal Basic Income for farmers

Basic Income For Farmers (BI4Farmers) Launches Landmark Discussion Paper Basic Income For Farmers (BI4Farmers) has just published their first discussion paper, “Sowing the Seeds of Stability: The Case for a Basic Income for Farmers, Farmworkers, and Food Producers in the UK.”  This groundbreaking document advocates for the implementation of a... Read More...
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Grow Your Own CSA Training Course 2024 Launches

Are you ready to turn your Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) dream into a thriving reality? This October through December, dive into our dynamic 12-session online program designed to equip you with everything you need to succeed. What You’ll Get: Don’t miss out on this golden opportunity to start your thriving... Read More...
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Doubling the Farming Budget: A Call for Environmental Justice

In a bid for change, a collective voice rises, advocating for a pivotal shift: doubling the farming budget. The reasoning is simple yet profound—it’s the linchpin for steering the agricultural sector toward a more sustainable path. At its core, the movement acknowledges a fundamental truth: food is a basic human... Read More...
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Big Give GreenMatchFund Campain – The Food Ethics Council

The Food Ethics Council collaborates with organizations and communities nationwide. Through workshops and discussions, they aim to explore the concept of a right to food within the UK context.  The Food Ethics Council is launching a major fundraising campaign to investigate how our right to food could enhance the well-being... Read More...

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