Advisor & Consultant Membership LEAF has been leading the development and promotion of more sustainable farming, delivered through Integrated Farm Management (IFM), for the past 30 years. Farming faces a new era with the effects of Brexit and new trade deals, changes to support payments coupled with the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic and the ongoing effects of the climate crisis. Farmers are looking to develop smart business strategies to build long term resilience. LEAF recognises that, with converging networks, there are a great many outreach opportunities to be created together and learnings to be shared, to further the knowledge and recognition of more integrated, climate positive and regenerative farming practices. Advisors and consultants play a critical role in supporting farmers with the business and technical solutions needed for a profitable and sustainable future. For advisors and consultants, LEAF membership demonstrates to clients and potential clients a high level of quality, regard, and expertise in best farm practice, supported by a science-led, evidence-based approach.
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Effective communication of a high-quality advisory / consultancy service, through association with LEAF Access (at reduced rates) to technical training in support of sustainable agriculture and IFM LEAF technical advice and support Direct engagement with the leading organisation in Integrated Farm Management through o Technical talks by LEAF Staff and LEAF Farmers o Visits to LEAF network of Demonstration Farms and Innovation Centres to see sustainable agriculture in practice – with an opportunity to join as a LEAF Innovation Centres o Priority places for LEAF and IFM community events & activities throughout the year Promotion of your business in the LEAF Advisor and Consultant directory Strengthened market and networking opportunities Opportunities to collaborate on projects Access to CPD and personal training LEAF members’ e-news, newsletters, reports and communications The latest IFM & industry news and information Access to a range of useful LEAF membership tools and technical resources Close involvement with key policy and decision makers Demonstration of your social responsibility and your support of IFM Permission to add the LEAF logo to publications, promotional material and website Membership Plaque to display and demonstrate sustainability credentials LEAF lapel badge and car sticker
For more information: Clare Mike, Director, Business Development | clare.mike@leaf.eco | 07375 672922
Recommended ‘Bolt-On’ Options LEAF Advisors and Consultants networking event - meet with other like-minded professionals and keep up to date with all the latest developments in sustainable farming. Regional Breakfast Seminars - join the LEAF team, plus inspirational speakers, for discussion and debate over breakfast. Joint Research Project - combining expertise and sharing knowledge, possibly with LEAF Network members. Training - delivered by our LEAF Technical or LEAF Education and Public Engagement teams.
LEAF Advisor & Consultant membership rates (reviewed annually in November, excl VAT): Advisors & Consultants
£113
For each new LEAF Member signed up through their network, LEAF Advisors and Consultants are rewarded with a discounted membership of five per cent per member (up to 20%).
Membership Discount
For more information: Clare Mike, Director, Business Development | clare.mike@leaf.eco | 07375 672922