Open Farm Sunday is back for its 18th year! Marking farming’s annual, national open day, this year’s event will take place on Sunday 9th June, where hundreds of farms across Britain open their gates to the public.
Organised by global sustainable farming charity LEAF (Linking Environment And Farming), the event offers everyone a fantastic opportunity to see farming with nature at first hand. Visitors will discover the amazing work our farmers do as ‘Guardians of the Earth’ to produce our food sustainably, while caring for the environment and wildlife, answering questions like: Why are hedgerows and wildflowers so important? And what role can bat boxes and bug hotels play on a farm?
Open Farm Sunday is a great family day out, whether you are a first-time or seasoned visitor. Each event is unique, as each farm is different and every farmer too, but what they all share is a passion for farming and telling their story, amazing expertise, and a commitment to farming with nature as our ‘Guardians of the Earth’.
Some farms opening on Open Farm Sunday are also LEAF Marque certified. This means that they are farming regeneratively, nurturing healthy soil, protecting water, supporting nature conservation and enhancing wildlife habitats. Here, you’ll find out more about the LEAF Marque, which you might have already seen on fruit, vegetables and other products in the supermarkets, and how these are grown in harmony with nature, while creating a positive impact on the planet.
So, clear the diary, pop on your wellies (not obligatory!) and find your nearest farm to visit at www.farmsunday.org.
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