Quiz the speakers
Fantastic opportunity to put your questions forward and hear what the speakers have to say.
A series of regional LIVE debates
Policy makers and influential figures will be talking about key agricultural topics and current affairs that are relevant to your region.
Networking opportunity
Following the event, there will be an evening drinks reception where you will have the opportunity to network with likeminded peers in the industry.
Meet the QuestionTime host
Voice of the Farmers Weekly podcast and projects editor, Johann Tasker, is taking to the stage to host our new Question Time live show.
A long-standing and integral member of the Farmers Weekly team, he has been reporting and analysing the impact of government policy on agriculture – and how it affects farm businesses – for more than 20 years.
Most recently he has led our agricultural transition and farm safety (Dying to Feed You) projects alongside production of the weekly podcast with co-host Hugh Broom.
Running order:
- Registration: 17:30
- Live QuestionTime: 18:00 - 19:15
- Drinks reception: from 19:15
Speakers
Ellen Holmes
Ellen is passionate about amplifying local voices when it comes to making change through her role with Food Newcastle.
Julia Aglionby
Julia Aglionby is a land agent, professor of practice at Cumbria University and the Lib Dem parliamentary candidate for Penrith and Solway.
Venue
Newcastle University, Agriculture Building, King's Rd, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4LB
Getting there by train
Newcastle Central Station is on the East Coast Mainline and a 15-minute walk to campus. Reach the university from London in under 3 hours, and regular direct rail services run from many UK cities. With a Student Railcard you save 1/3 on train travel.
Below are some of the websites you might like to visit when planning on coming to Newcastle by train:
National Rail and Trainline journey planning, live arrival and departure boards for UK stations.
Getting there by Metro
Newcastle University is connected to the city’s suburbs and airport by the Tyne and Wear Metro light rail service.
Haymarket is the closest station to the university campus and trains run frequently during the day, starting at around 5.45 and ending at around 23.30. Travel is quick, inexpensive, and cheaper with a Student Metro pass.
Visit the Nexus website to find maps of the Metro system and Metro timetables.
Visit Nexus Metro Timetables and stations website
Getting there by car
It’s easy to reach the university by car, particularly if you’re travelling along the A1 (M).
The postcode is NE1 7RU if you’re using a sat-nav or route planner. Park and ride is the best option for drivers, as the university doesn't offer parking on campus.
Visit Newcastle.gov.uk Park and Ride website
Getting there by bus
The university can be reached by Megabus or National Express. From London or Glasgow for under £10.
For more information visit the Nexus bus website to find bus timetables and bus ticket fares.
If your application is successful, please inform us of any dietary requirements two weeks prior to the event. You can contact us at our eventsandprojects email.
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Sponsors
TIAH
TIAH is agriculture and horticulture’s professional body. As the home of skills and careers support, TIAH helps people and businesses to fulfil their potential, and the industry to thrive.
Launching its membership services in 2024, TIAH will be the gateway to all the tailored advice and practical tools needed to pursue a rewarding career in an exciting industry.
Through TIAH, individuals and businesses will be empowered to demonstrate their professional credentials through continued professional development and record keeping.
Lightsource bp
Lightsource bp is an international solar business. We develop, finance, build and operate utility-scale solar power projects through smart and sustainable solutions.
Since 2010 we’ve been partnering with UK landowners on solar projects, providing secure, long-term income for farms and rural businesses looking to diversify their operations.
Our commitment to sustainability goes beyond solar – we’re creating projects that benefit the local environment and provide multi-land-use opportunities, as well as providing sustainable and affordable energy to businesses and communities throughout the UK.
Pictures of the event
View the video of the event and listen to our podcast
Past events
The Great Yorkshire Showground
Great Yorkshire Showground,
Railway Road,
Harrogate
HG2 8NZ
Newcastle University Campus
Agriculture Building,
King's Rd,
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 4LB
Royal Agricultural University Campus
Cirencester,
Gloucestershire
GL7 6JS
Harper Adams University
Edgmond,
Newport,
Shropshire
TF10 8NB
Rothamsted Research
West Common,
Harpenden,
Hertfordshire
AL5 2JQ
Harper Adams
Regional Foods lecture theatre,
Edgmond,
Newport
TF10 8NB
FAQ's
You can submit a question whilst filling out the registration form. However, we cannot guarantee that your question will be asked as our panel selects the questions prior to the event. At the venue, you will have the opportunity to ask a question live.
Yes, but you need to inform us at least 24 hours before.
We aim to select a panel of influential figures within the agricultural industry who have a broad range of views, knowledge, and experience. Where possible we try and select panellists who are relevant to the area in which the event is taking place.
To make the audience diverse and to ensure a range of different views and opinions are reflected, we try to select audience members of varying age groups and occupations. The successful audience members will be contacted by a member of the Farmers Weekly team and asked to provide two questions for the panel.
Following the event, there will be an evening drinks reception where canapes and light refreshments will be provided.
Yes, the event is free to attend, however you do need to apply to be a member of the audience.
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