Dear Friends,
It’s Conference time
It’s that time of year again; join us for our fantastic two day conference. This year the Soil Association conference is all about bringing together the many people who want to learn more about how we can tackle some of the big issues in our food and farming systems. As well as a thought provoking programme, with plenty of inspiring case studies to illustrate the theory, we have made more time for meeting and talking….and partying, of course! The conference is taking place at STEAM- Museum of the Great Western Railway, Swindon on the 8th and 9th October. We have kept the ticket price as low as possible in the hope that everyone will feel able to come - and there is a special discount for Soil Association members. So do book soon, as although we want everyone there, there won’t be room! For more information and to book your place click here.
It’s that time of year again; join us for our fantastic two day conference. This year the Soil Association conference is all about bringing together the many people who want to learn more about how we can tackle some of the big issues in our food and farming systems. As well as a thought provoking programme, with plenty of inspiring case studies to illustrate the theory, we have made more time for meeting and talking….and partying, of course! The conference is taking place at STEAM- Museum of the Great Western Railway, Swindon on the 8th and 9th October. We have kept the ticket price as low as possible in the hope that everyone will feel able to come - and there is a special discount for Soil Association members. So do book soon, as although we want everyone there, there won’t be room! For more information and to book your place click here.
Farming method affects food
Did you hear the news? Organic is different! As our Chief Executive Helen Browning said: "We know that people choose organic food because they believe it is better for them, as well as for wildlife, animal welfare and the environment, and this research backs up what people think about organic food. In other countries there has long been much higher levels of support and acceptance of the benefits of organic food and farming: we hope these findings will bring the UK in line with the rest of Europe, when it comes to both attitudes to organic food and support for organic farming." Find out more here.
Did you hear the news? Organic is different! As our Chief Executive Helen Browning said: "We know that people choose organic food because they believe it is better for them, as well as for wildlife, animal welfare and the environment, and this research backs up what people think about organic food. In other countries there has long been much higher levels of support and acceptance of the benefits of organic food and farming: we hope these findings will bring the UK in line with the rest of Europe, when it comes to both attitudes to organic food and support for organic farming." Find out more here.
Organic wine offer from Good Energy
Switching to a 100% renewable electricity company Good Energy, is a green and simple way to make a big, bright difference and if you switch before 31 October 2014 you'll receive a £25 organic wine voucher plus Good Energy will give £25 to the Soil Association! Switching is simple and takes just 5 minutes see here for full details.
Switching to a 100% renewable electricity company Good Energy, is a green and simple way to make a big, bright difference and if you switch before 31 October 2014 you'll receive a £25 organic wine voucher plus Good Energy will give £25 to the Soil Association! Switching is simple and takes just 5 minutes see here for full details.
A South West Celebration
Bristol’s first Grape & Grain Festival is a taste celebration. Bodacious beers, fine wines and vibrant fresh foods from regional producers, businesses and restaurants, brought together in Bristol’s vibrant harbour side venue with some of Bristol’s best music. Discover something new, learn from our experts, or simply relax, with delicious food and drink - and meet Pitfield Brewery, Ashridge Cider and London & Scottish at the Soil Association’s organic bar. Plus, there will be special appearances from Great British Bake Off's very own Mary Berry, and brothers Tom and Henry Herbert of Channel 4's The Fabulous Bakers Brothers fame. Taking place from the 12th - 14th September, tickets are available here.
Bristol’s first Grape & Grain Festival is a taste celebration. Bodacious beers, fine wines and vibrant fresh foods from regional producers, businesses and restaurants, brought together in Bristol’s vibrant harbour side venue with some of Bristol’s best music. Discover something new, learn from our experts, or simply relax, with delicious food and drink - and meet Pitfield Brewery, Ashridge Cider and London & Scottish at the Soil Association’s organic bar. Plus, there will be special appearances from Great British Bake Off's very own Mary Berry, and brothers Tom and Henry Herbert of Channel 4's The Fabulous Bakers Brothers fame. Taking place from the 12th - 14th September, tickets are available here.
Our favourite blog this month
Find out why our blogger Amy Leech thinks our Government own us a square meal.
Find out why our blogger Amy Leech thinks our Government own us a square meal.
Question time...
Well done to last month's winner who correctly answered that findings have shown that organic crops are 60% higher in a number of key antioxidants than non-organic crops. To be with a chance of winning this month’s enews competition, answer the following the question:
Well done to last month's winner who correctly answered that findings have shown that organic crops are 60% higher in a number of key antioxidants than non-organic crops. To be with a chance of winning this month’s enews competition, answer the following the question:
Our annual conference takes place this October - but when is the deadline for buying your early bird tickets?
a) 7th Sept
b) 8th Sept
c) 9th Sept
b) 8th Sept
c) 9th Sept
Send in your answers to memb@soilassociation.org to be in with the chance of winning this month’s goody bag! Terms and conditions can be found here. Find out more about the conference here.
P.S.
We are seeking a lay member for our Agriculture Standards Committee.
The post is a unique opportunity to take part in developing our
standards, as the committee, one of eight that scrutinises our
standards, is at the heart of feeding in practical knowledge to ensure
our standards remain relevant, practical and pioneering. If you are
interested, please contact Louise Hewetson at lhewetson@soilassociation.org or on 0117 914 2428 for more information on the role. Apply by CV and covering letter by 10 October.
We like to hear from our supporters, if you have something to say please email us at memb@soilassociation.org
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