The Lead In
Tuesday 28th April 2026, The Plough Inn, Eaton
Doors & Bar Opens
Hot Buffet Food Served
The Lead In Ends
Cultivate
Wednesday 29th April 2026, Heaton House Farm
REGISTRATION OPENS, BREAKFAST AND NETWORKING
WELCOME AND INTRODUCTIONS
Nigel Risner – Part 1
Sponsored by Gro-Agri
MORNING BREAK & REFRESHMENTS
Nigel Risner – Part 2
Sponsored by Gro-Agri
LUNCH AND NETWORKING
Eleanor Thatcher – Director, Thatchers Cider
Sponsored by Cultura Connect
Sarah Dean – Chair & Owner of Noble Foods
Sponsored By Traction
Q + A
Chaired by Katie Jones, Farmers Guardian Editor
AFTERNOON BREAK & REFRESHMENTS
Charity Prize Draw
In aid of The Farming Community Network (FCN)
Oli France – Adventurer & Expedition Leader
Sponsored by Norbreck Genetics
CONFERENCE WRAP UP
AFTER CONFERENCE NETWORKING AND DRINKS
Sponsored by The Royal Cheshire County Show