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Webinars in 2026
On this page, we list our webinars in one place, starting with the most recent and any upcoming sessions.
For each webinar, we provide a link to register or, if the session has already taken place, we link to the recording.
In every webinar, we set aside time for questions. If we cannot answer your question during the session, we will try to address it afterwards in a follow-up blog post.
April
Animal Health and Welfare Pathway consultation
We will host a 1‑hour webinar for anyone with an interest in responding to the Animal Health and Welfare Pathway mandatory proposals consultation.
The session will walk through what the consultation is asking for, the types of examples and evidence that are most useful, and how you can shape your response so it accurately reflects your experience. There’ll also be time for questions, so you can check anything you’re unsure about before you submit. The consultation closes on 18 May.
The webinar will take place 2 April at 11am.
March
How to build more resilient farm businesses in the East of England
Defra is hosting a free webinar to farmers and land managers across the East of England, exploring how practical changes to farming systems can cut input costs, improve average yields, and build resilience to drought and flooding.
You'll hear real-world insights from farmers and industry experts including Martin Lines from the Nature Friendly Farming Network. They'll discuss what's worked in practice, the challenges involved, and the support and resources available to help you make changes on your own farm.
This webinar takes place Thursday 19 March at 5pm.
Farming Equipment and Technology Fund 2026
We’re hosting a webinar to help you prepare to apply for the next round of the Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF) 2026. The guidance is now available on GOV.UK and applications open on 17 March.
This 2 hour webinar takes place Thursday 12 March at 10am.
Introducing the new nutrient management planning tool on GOV.UK
ADAS hosted a webinar explaining how the new Plan and Manage Nutrient Applications Tool works. The tool is designed to make nutrient management easier so you can get the best from your crops, keep costs down and reduce harm to the environment.
February
Livestock farming update with FAS, RPA and CSF
The Farming Advice Service (FAS) team hosted a webinar for livestock farmers in collaboration with the Rural Payments Agency (RPA) and Catchment Sensitive Farming (CSF).
The webinar included updates about the Livestock Transformation Programme (LITP), Livestock Information Service (LIS), Cattle Tracing System (CTS), and the support available through CSF, and the Animal Health and Welfare Pathway.
January
Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier (CSHT): PAWS, ASNW and Resilience supplements
The Forestry Commission (FC) hosted a webinar designed to support Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier (CSHT) applications.
It explains the differences between the three non-stackable CSHT supplements for woodlands and where they can be used.
2025
December
Writing Species Management Plans (SMP) for grey squirrels and deer
The Forestry Commission (FC) hosted a webinar to support Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier (CSHT) applications. It guides applicants through writing Species Management Plans (SMP) for the control of grey squirrels or deer.
It aims to clarify what level of technical detail and effort is expected in a SMP for it to be approved by the FC.
October
Defra and IGD Food Strategy webinar
On 2 October, Defra and IGD (Institute of Grocery Distribution) hosted a webinar providing the latest Food Strategy news. Tessa Jones, Agri-Food Director at Defra, provided an update on the ‘Good Food Cycle’ framework and the work underway to deliver a comprehensive food strategy. The team welcome any feedback you may have, please e-mail FoodTeam@defra.gov.uk.
August
Get Funding for Animal Health and Welfare - cattle
On Tuesday 19 August, we hosted a webinar specifically for cattle farmers explaining how they can access funding for an Animal Health and Welfare Review and follow-up vet visit for endemic diseases.
July
Get Funding for Animal Health and Welfare - sheep and pig
As we shared recently, farmers in England can get a funded vet visit (also called an Animal Health and Welfare Review) for each of their herds or flocks of the same species.
This means that if you manage several groups of cattle, pigs or sheep, you can now get support across your business – not just for a single herd or flock.
To help you learn more about this offer, we held 2 webinars in July. One for sheep farmers, the other for pig farmers.
Sheep farmers
Wednesday 16 July
Watch the sheep farmer webinar
Pig farmers
Thursday 17 July
Watch the pig farmer webinar
June
Farming Innovation Investor Partnership competition
On 5 June, Innovate UK held an online briefing event about the Farming Innovation Investor Partnership competition.
Watch: Defra Farming Innovation: Investor Partnership and view the slides.
May
The Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF) 2025
We hosted a webinar on Wednesday 21 May for people to learn more about The Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF).
April
Learn about the new ADOPT funding opportunity
ADOPT (Accelerating Development of Practices and Technologies) is designed to support farmer-led, collaborative innovation projects that trial new technologies and practices on farms. This funding comes from Defra, as part of the Farming Innovation Programme delivered by Innovate UK.
Farmers, growers, and foresters in England can now apply for funding to support the introduction of innovative technologies aimed at improving productivity, resilience, and sustainability.
Watch the ADOPT funding opportunity information webinar.
March
Get Funding to Improve Animal Health and Welfare
On Wednesday 12 March, we hosted a webinar covering the 'Get Funding to Improve Animal Health and Welfare' service and the expansion to multiple species. We also talked through the Animal Health and Welfare Review, the endemic disease follow-up and the new optional PI (Persistently Infected) hunt.
The session includes a Q&A section, with the team answering questions from attendees.
Watch the 'Get Funding to Improve Animal Health and Welfare' service webinar.
January
Preparing for Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier (CSHT)
On Wednesday 8 January, we hosted a webinar covering the CSHT guidance and the process of working with Natural England and the Forestry Commission on applications.
The session includes a Q&A section, with the Defra Group team answering questions from attendees.
Watch the Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier webinar.
If you’d like to say hello or put your questions to us at an agricultural show in 2025, here’s a list of where we’ll be.
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