I have to congratulate all the farmers who took the time and effort to open their gates as part of Open Farm Sunday.
But are the numbers involved as good as they should be?
More than 400 farms took part in this year's initative which is extremely good considering the event - organised by LEAF - is only in its second year.
Yet we have an industry that is desperate for some positive PR and had a golden opportunity to generate some by inviting the public onto their farms to learn about what they do.
Makes me wonder why there weren't ten times the number taking part.
Comments (2)
From a 'punter' point of view, it was a great day! We spent quite a lot of time scrolling through the lists of info on farms near us to visit before deciding, then had a great day at Clayton Organics in Suessex, very friendly and welcoming and very interesting time, so thanks to all involved in organising it all
Jo
Comment left on June 11, 2007 10:57 PM
Posted on June 11, 2007 22:57
I agree that the initiative was a great success - I suppose I was wondering what it could have achieved if it was even bigger...
Comment left on June 12, 2007 8:10 AM
Posted on June 12, 2007 08:10