Dorset National Landscape, in partnership with a range of organisations, is dedicated to supporting collaboration and the sharing of knowledge among farmers, foresters, and landowners throughout Dorset and beyond. These events provide opportunities to learn from each other, share practical experience, and explore innovative approaches to sustainable land management. By coming together, participants can help safeguard the health and productivity of our landscape for future generations.

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• FWAG: Barn Owls and how to help…
  Discusses farm management that benefits barn owls and wider wildlife.
  29th October 2025. Location: tbc.
  More details here: https://fwagsw.org.uk/events 

• Pastures for Life: Farm Adaptation Event—Climate Resilience Through Regenerative Farming
  Sharing of practical strategies for building resilience and sustainability on farms through regenerative practices.
  5th November 2025 – Stoborough
  More details here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/

• FWAG: England Woodland Creation Offer: help for those planning a new woodland in a protected landscape
  A workshop with sessions from the FWAG South West, Forestry Commission, and Dorset National Landscape, and with the opportunity for some one-to-one advice on you specific proposals.
  18th November 2025 – Cerne Abbas
  More details here: https://fwagsw.org.uk/events

• FWAG: Ponds and natural flood management
  Introduces approaches for creating ponds and natural flood management features that enhance water management and biodiversity.
  Date and location: to be confirmed.

• Dorset National Landscape: Regenerative finances—Maximum Sustainable Output
  Explores financial tools and strategies to support sustainable and productive farm businesses.
  Online. Date: to be confirmed.

• Pastures for Life: Managing Pasture in Drought & Flood Conditions
  Examines grazing management to maintain healthy pastures through weather extremes.
  Online. Date: to be confirmed, likely December.

• Pastures for Life: Low-Input Systems for Business Resilience
  Highlights methods for reducing inputs while strengthening economic and ecological resilience.
  Online. Date: to be confirmed, likely January 2026.

• Pastures for Life: Trees, Boundaries & Biodiversity as Climate Tools
  Looks at integrating agroforestry and habitat features to support climate adaptation.
  Online. Date: to be confirmed, likely February 2026.

• Pastures for Life: Business Planning for Uncertain Futures
  Focuses on business planning to help farm businesses navigate changing external pressures.
  Online. Date: to be confirmed, likely March 2026.

• FWAG SW: Agroforestry
  Demonstrates practical agroforestry options to improve productivity and environmental outcomes.
  Date and location: to be confirmed.