SW Rural Update - Seminar Programme

SW Rural Update is the new initiative from the National Rural Knowledge Exchange in the South West of England. It is an information and learning network and is offered by universities and colleges to business, professionals and communities.

Suggested topics for future events are ‘Localising Food Chains’ and ‘Biofuels’ and will be held in different parts of the South West.

Next Seminar :
Making Local Food a Reality (Part 1)

Monday 16th June 2008, Sandy Park Conference Centre, Exeter

We all recognise the importance of the role of local food in sustainable food production systems, but creating supply chains which include local food is a challenge. This is the first of two linked events focusing on the practical solutions to moving forward.

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Making Local Food a Reality (Part 2)

Reaching Urban Consumers

Tuesday 21 October 2008, Sandy Park, Exeter

Part 2 will focus on the pratical solutions to moving forward, particularly in the area of reaching urban consumers. The role of education and tourism will be considered and we wil be joined by "The Cotswold Chef", Rob Rees, MBE.