I didn’t enter to win; I entered for the knowledge exchange.” Meet Colin Chappell, the North Lincolnshire farmer who just secured third place in the 2026 Soil Farmer of the Year Awards. Discover the long-term regenerative practices, the mindset of continuous learning, and the targeted AIVA nutritional programme that helped him transform his soils from the ground up.
One of the highlights for me at Groundswell was attending a session on the practice of growing no-till potatoes. It was fascinating to see this technique demonstrated on a small scale and to understand how it could be effectively integrated into…
Soil, soil, and more soil! David Purdy’s insightful talk, ‘Optimising Photosynthesis’, contained a wealth of knowledge about the ground beneath our feet. From the biology of soil to the strategic use of cover crops, the discussion was packed with…
Groundswell is the perfect setting for our work at Aiva. It isn’t all about “what products are you selling?” – it’s about promoting the holistic approach and supporting people looking for help in their transition from one system to another.
Farming and agriculture has once again shown how resilient they are and will continue to be. There’s now a genuine push to bring soil and ecosystem health up to that same level of resilience.
This year’s Groundswell brought a series of powerful discussions that showcased the growing ambition, creativity, and technical knowledge within the regenerative agriculture space. From tackling degraded peatlands to reframing…
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