Plans for the 29th Commonwealth Agriculture Conference on 7-9 July 2020 are being finalised.

Organisers say they are expecting hundreds of delegates from around the world to come to the three-day event which is being held at the University of East Anglia, hosted by the Royal Norfolk Agricultural Association.

The University of East Anglia

Taking as its core theme circular economies and their contribution to achieving more sustainable agriculture, the conference will explore these and their impact on farming and food production. Keynote speakers, panel sessions and displays will allow delegates to immerse themselves in the issues that face global agriculture.

Sir Nicholas Bacon, deputy president of the Royal Agricultural Society of the Commonwealth said, “We are very excited to be bringing this event to Norfolk and at a time when the topics are so topical and relevant to the future of agriculture. The UK government’s recent announcements around climate friendly food systems indicate just how seriously these are now being taken. ‘Circling the World’ will tackle these head-on looking at how agriculture can respond at the enterprise-level, across the Commonwealth.”

“We have an excellent line-up of international speakers, including policy makers, scientists, agri-business leaders together with farmers and growers. Our audience, drawn from agricultural associations across the Commonwealth are in for an excellent opportunity to help understand, shape and share new thinking for the industry.”

The University of East Anglia is the main setting for the event. Professor David Richardson, Vice-Chancellor said: “Globally there is a clear focus on climate change, food security and sustainability and there is a need to educate and bring people and businesses together to promote a better understanding of food and farming. I’m therefore delighted that UEA is the host venue for the conference and look forward to welcoming speakers and delegates from around the world to this important and influential event.”

In addition to the main conference, participants can join tours of the region as well as focussed sessions for business leaders and next generation delegates. Through such a varied and interesting programme, delegates will have the opportunity to make connections, share knowledge and experience.