We offer advice and training to help farmers produce food in a way that protects their local water, air and soil.
free
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we are government
funded and free to use for
all farmers
confidential
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all our advice is
impartial and
confidential
trusted
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89% of farmers* said their local
CSF adviser was a person
whose advice they could trust
Our local CSF advisers can help you with:
• Nutrient, slurry and manure management
• Soil health
• Pesticide handling
• Natural flood management
• Reducing ammonia emissions
• Sustainable water use
• Guidance on farming schemes and regulations
*238 farmers surveyed between December 2023 - January 2024
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our advisers are locally
based and understand the
needs of your business
specialist
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we bring in specialist
advice and training
when required
valuable
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we seek ‘win-wins’ to
benefit the environment
and your business
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Get in touch by emailing your local CSF team or attending an event, talk or farm walk near you.
Catchment Sensitive Farming is led by Natural England in partnership with Defra, the Environment Agency and the Forestry Commission.
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