Learn the latest schemes and practical tips
Network with fellow farmers to share experiences and ideas
Opportunity to gain 6 BASiS CPD points
Explore methods of innovation in farming
Observe practical demonstrations
Transition Live
Transition Live is our flagship event to help secure a sustainable future for your farm business – both financially and environmentally.
We brought together farmers, policymakers and key industry experts for a day of knowledge-exchange, collaboration and networking.
Delegates joined hundreds of like-minded visitors for a packed seminar programme focusing on three key topic areas:
- Food production – get the best from your soil – economically & agronomically
- Environment – generate more revenue, from natural capital to carbon sequestration
- Business – optimise your business margins, by focusing on inputs and outputs
The day comprised of a mixture of short TED-style talks and in-depth panel discussions, with a special focus on innovation.
Speakers included farmers, researchers, policy leaders and industry specialists.
There was also the chance to look at some practical elements of the venue with a tour of the farm.
2024 attendee
An excellent day. Very thought provoking, I look forward to 2025's event and plan to bring some customers as well
Andrew Meredith, editor of Farmers Weekly
Farmers attending Transition Live will find a wide variety of experts with time to talk as well as a brilliant range of speakers to help unpick the latest information on every aspect of new schemes, new ideas and new ways to earn money.
2024 attendee
“Really good day, interesting well-structured sessions, helpful staff, and nice overall set-up”
Jonathan Armitage – head of farming, Strutt & Parker
“There are some big changes ahead for most people in the farming community. Transition Live will provide a valuable opportunity to seek advice, share experiences and learn from a wide range of other farmers and specialist experts to help guide your business through some of the difficult decisions ahead.”
Thomas Gent, Agreena
“Transition Live is uniting the key players across our industry so that we can understand how the different aspects of sustainable farming can be brought together to build business resilience”.
Agenda
Food production
How to add value to what you already produce
Avoiding the commodity trap: Boost your business – and your resilience – by adding value to your farm output
Innovative approaches to food production
Discover how farmers are conducting their own on-farm trials to ensure new developments benefit their businesses
Upland farming
Ways to improve the resilience of upland enterprises while navigating changes to farm support
Sustainable livestock systems
How farming smarter can improve productivity, increase your bottom line and open up market opportunities
Environment
Trees and livestock on the farm - making Silvopasture work
Integrating trees on productive farmland – how to make it work for your livestock enterprise with Andy Gray
Climate resilience
How climate change adaptation can be good for the environment – and your farm business – with a special focus on water with Richard Bramley
Making a Return from Renewable Energy
How to choose the most appropriate renewable energy project for your farm business – and make a profit
Innovative ways of driving value from data
How to optimise farm profitability and efficiency through data-driven decision-making
Business
Exploring New On-Farm Revenue Streams
How to generate income from a new on-farm enterprise
Marketing strategies for your farm enterprise
How to promote your farm business, reach new customers and build a successful brand without spending a fortune
Innovative forms of farm finance
How private money and corporate funding can improve your farm cash flow and generate capital investment
How to Succeed at Succession
Effective strategies for securing your farm's future - and prepare for inheritance tax changes
The Innovation Hub at Transition Live
Innovation is at the heart of the future of farming, and at Transition Live, we provided a platform to bring these ideas into action.
In partnership with:
Farm tours
Regenerative Agriculture: Explore the University of Leeds RegenAg trial at Transition Live
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Growing the Future: Explore Biomass production at Headley Hall
Venue
The Hanger,
Headley Hall,
Spen Common Lane,
Tadcaster
LS24 9NS
Located just off the A1(M).
Take exit 44 onto the A64 exit to Leeds.
At Bramham Xrads, take the fourth exit onto Paradise Way.
You will see the University of Leeds visitor centre on RHS - continue past this and take the first right onto Spen Common Lane
Continue up the road until you see a Transition Live sign where a parking attendant will direct you to a parking space.
From the parking area there is a two-minute walk to the event directly across the road. Sensible shoes for the walk across the field is advised.
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Public Transport
The closest train station is York which is a 30-minute taxi ride from University of Leeds (Spen) farm.
The closest bus station is Becca Lodge, services by 840 Coostliner and 843 Coastliner buses. This is a 20-minute walk from the event.
Disabled Access
There will be disabled car parking spaces available upon request.
Most areas of the show are on gravel or concrete ground suitable for wheelchair access. The exhibition area will be on grass with no designated wheelchair walkways.
Book a stand
Farmers Weekly’s Transition Live returns for 2025, bringing together farmers, industry experts and the supply chain to share best practice.
Talks and panel discussions will look at all aspects of sustainable farming, from carbon benchmarking to improving margins in food production and reducing business risk.
This is your company’s opportunity to be at the centre of the most important conversation in UK agriculture, supporting farmers and landowners to make the most of the latest schemes and take advantage of new income streams.
We have new stand and sponsorship opportunities, a new location for 2025, and a fresh agenda, plus the opportunity to see practical initiatives in action on a tour of Leeds University Farm.
FAQs
Yes, but you need to inform us at least 24 hours before.
We aim to select a panel of influential figures within the agricultural industry who have a broad range of views, knowledge, and experience.
There will be stalls providing food, drinks and refreshments throughout the day.
Based on availability, places can be offered. However, the farm walk tours are incredibly popular, and we do recommend registering prior to the event.
Contact us
If you have any further questions, please contact us at transitionlive@markallengroup.com
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