Corporate Membership Customers, suppliers, investors and employees are more aware than ever of the global environmental and social impacts of farming and food production. Businesses all over the world are faced with the challenge of responding to the climate crisis in a practical and responsible way, whilst operating in an increasingly competitive marketplace. Delivering more sustainable, regenerative and climate-smart farming solutions, by working with innovative and forward-thinking farmers and supply chain operators, demonstrates commitment to environmentally and socially responsible business choices and practices. LEAF Corporate membership provides a unique opportunity to communicate this commitment on an organisational, local and global scale.
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Access to local and global markets, suppliers and retailers LEAF technical advice and support Strengthened market opportunities through an independently certified LEAF Marque assurance system (to be completed by farmers and growers) 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 o Priority places for LEAF and IFM community events & activities throughout the year Access (at reduced rates) to technical training in support of sustainable agriculture and IFM Opportunities to collaborate on projects LEAF speakers, specialising in sustainable food and farming at events and conferences Access to CPD and personal training Close involvement with key policy and decision makers LEAF members’ e-news, newsletters, reports and communications Access to a range of useful LEAF membership tools and technical resources The latest IFM & industry news and information Member profile and logo via LEAF website, LEAF Member Directory, LEAF collateral and LEAF events Permission to add the LEAF logo to publications, promotional material and website Membership Plaque to display and demonstrate sustainability credentials Supply Chain Directory access 30% Discount on Information Boards for any farm owned by the company.
Partnerships are a very effective mechanism for unlocking potential and delivering value. LEAF’s work, expertise and experience can help support the delivery and promotion of sustainable agriculture, in collaboration with other like-minded organisations. For more information: Clare Mike, Director, Business Development | clare.mike@leaf.eco | 07375 672922
Recommended ‘Bolt-On’ Options LEAF Open Farm Sunday sponsorship Visit LEAF Network Demonstration Farm or Innovation Centre, to learn about and experience Integrated Farm Management at its best. Group training delivered by the LEAF Technical or LEAF Education and Public Engagement teams. Publication / Event / Project sponsorship supporting LEAF to deliver in its core work and activities, whilst promoting sponsors’ corporate profile and logo Joint Event / Conference / Project combining expertise and sharing knowledge. Bespoke management reporting based on the LEAF Sustainable Farming Review, with an option for additional custom-built question sets to target specific areas of interest. Bespoke packages to suit individual needs, for example: • Corporate Membership • Bespoke management reporting, including custom-built questions • Principal Sponsorship of LEAF Open Farm Sunday (LOFS) • Team technical training, combined with a visit to a LEAF Demonstration Farm • Collaborative project with LEAF and a LEAF Innovation Centre • LEAF Speaker for annual conference • LEAF Marque assurance scheme for farmers & growers; branded as required
LEAF Corporate membership rates (reviewed annually in November, excl VAT): Corporate Tier 1 Corporate Tier 2 Corporate Tier 3 Corporate Tier 4
Below 50 employees 50 – 100 employees 101 - 200 employees Over 200 employees
£848 £1,336 £2,827 £3,392
Multi-year Membership Discounts
Please enquire about discounted rates for multi-year membership
For more information: Clare Mike, Director, Business Development | clare.mike@leaf.eco | 07375 672922