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18 September 2026
Welcome to our latest update highlighting upcoming events, webinars and recordings. Upcoming dairy events
Bluetongue update meetings
Cases of bluetongue virus (BTV) are rising quickly in both sheep and cattle and it is having a major impact in some parts of the country. It is a rapidly evolving situation – join one of our meetings for the latest information. Tuesday
22 Sep 2026
6:30pm–9:00pm
Ledbury
Wednesday
23 Sep 2026
6:30pm–9:00pm
York
Thursday
24 Sep 2026
6:30pm–9:00pm
Darlington
Wednesday
30 Sep 2026
6:30pm–9:00pm
Lancaster
Derbyshire: Discover the profit potential in your herd genetics
Tuesday 13 October 2026 | 10:30am–2:30pm | DE6 2EY
Join us at the Rough Grounds Strategic Dairy Farm closing meeting, hosted by the Worseys at Rough Grounds Farm. We’ll be joined by our genetics team, dairy business consultant Gaynor Wellwood and a panel of farmers to explore the role of genetics in building a profitable herd. Book now
Start to farm: The good, the bad and the ugly for new entrants to agriculture
Wednesday 14 October 2026 | 10:30am–2:30pm | SA66 7RJ
Join us, alongside Farming Connect, for this on-farm event for new entrants into the agriculture industry and the dairy sector. Hear how new entrants Mike and Rose moved into agriculture and set up their own dairy enterprise. Book now
GREATsoils – Unlocking slurry nutrients for healthier soils
Join us at one of our dairy soils events to discover how slurry and soil testing can help you make informed nutrient decisions, reduce reliance on bought-in fertiliser and build healthier, more resilient soils. Events in Wigtownshire, Penrith, Cheshire and Wiltshire coming soon. Thursday
22 Oct 2026
10:30am–2:30pm
Carmarthenshire
Wednesday
28 Oct 2026
10:30am–2:30pm
Leicestershire
Thursday
5 Nov 2026
10:30am–2:30pm
Devon
Tuesday
1 Dec 2026
10:30am–2:30pm
West Sussex
What makes a calf thrive? Thursday 5 November 2026 | 10:00am–2:00pm | DG1 4LU
Join us for a practical on-farm session exploring how nutrition, housing and performance monitoring can help improve calf health, growth and long-term performance. Book now
Practical calf health: post-mortem insights
Thursday 12 November 2026 | 6:15pm–8:30pm | TF9 3SW
Applications are now open for the 2026 programme. Open to all looking to develop their dairy business management and financial planning skills. Grow your skills and take the next step in your dairy career. The deadline to apply is Tuesday 1 September.
Book now
School Farm Visits Support programme for farmers (England)
We’re recruiting for the School Farm Visit Support programme. You’ll receive 1:1 support to help plan safe and rewarding visits that bring farming to life. Course dates start from 14 October.
Find out more
All dairy events
See the full list of dairy events on our website.
Webinars
Managing autumn and winter post drought for a successful spring
Thursday 8 October 2026 | 7:30pm–9:00pm | Online
Find out how to make informed autumn and winter management decisions that maximise grass availability, grazing opportunities and animal performance next spring.
Book now
Dairy in China – Consumer insights webinar
Thursday 22 October 2026 | 9:30pm–10:30am | Online
Join us online to learn more about evolving consumer trends for dairy in China ahead of Food and Hotel China 2026.We deep dive into drivers and barriers to purchase, the role that country of origin plays in decision making and consumer opinion of British dairy.
Book now
GREATsoils: Your soil, your business, your goals
Tuesday 27 October 2026 | 7:00pm–8:30pm | Online
Join us for our new webinar in the GREATsoils programme, helping you to think differently about the role soils play in your business performance. Understanding soil function is the foundation for making better decisions, whether your priority is extending the grazing season, improving drought resilience or making better use of nutrients.
Book now
Past webinars
Catch up on the recordings from all of our past webinars covering everything from calf management and transition to breeding and business skills.
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