Barbour who has been a supporter of the PCF since 2010, will fund a pilot project in the North East of England to run a workshop in Autumn 2023 for up to twenty small family livestock farms who wish to further develop their understanding on biodiversity and ensure their long term sustainability. 

The project has been created in response to the growing pressures in the agricultural industry in the UK to prioritise nature, increase biodiversity and enhance wildlife.  Over 80% of farmers surveyed by the PCF said that they wanted to do more to help and protect the environment thus ensuring they had more sustainable and viable businesses for the future but many lacked knowledge and expertise in this area.  The format of the workshop will be created and delivered by an expert consultant in this area chosen by the PCF and coordinated by a trusted partner of the PCF, responsible for farmer recruitment and communication.