Together we are harnessing research to transform UK agri-food for net zero
Webinar
Power in the food system – how to shift it for citizens, farmers and nature
20 March, 3-4pm
Citizens are frustrated with the extreme imbalance of power and profit in the food system, and want political leaders to bring radical change. That was one of the conclusions from the Food, Farming and Countryside Commission (FFCC)’s engagement with citizens up and down the UK as part of #TheFoodConversation. In this joint webinar with the FFCC, our speakers share insights from their latest research and explain why questions of power and profit need to rise up the political agenda.
Digest
All you need to know about the 7th Carbon Budget
The Climate Change Committee (CCC) has published its Seventh Carbon Budget (CB7). The 7th Carbon Budget is a stock-take of UK emissions (current and future) and advice to the Government on how and where these emissions will need to be reduced (‘the pathway’) if the UK is to meet its legal obligations to reduce emissions to net zero by 2050. Here is our run-down of some key points from its 390+ pages.
Big Tent AGM
11 and 12 March 2025
This year our annual meeting will be held in Manchester over two days. It’s a fantastic opportunity for members to gather together and engage with others working for change in the UK agri-food system. Expect engaging keynote speakers and a programme designed around inclusivity and involvement, with lots of opportunities for networking and breakout discussions. Please note this event is now fully booked.
Seed-funding the future
The AFN Network+ funds a range of projects that contribute to our mission. Our annual round of scoping studies are small- and medium-sized projects that explore issues related to achieving net zero through the agri-food sector. Our Stakeholder FlexFund supports AFN Network+ members with small-scale activities that explore, develop or trial solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in UK agri-food.
Webinars and podcasts
Our webinar and podcast series explores the transition to net zero in the UK agri-food system with leading movers and shakers. They provide deep and varied insight from across the sector, including farmers, scientists, policy analysts, community leaders, retailers, politicians, businesses and health professionals. Take part on the day or browse our growing library.
Featured report
What could the UK agri-food system look like in 2050?
How might the world look in 2050, and what sort of UK agri-food system might exist as a result? This report describes four possible futures and what policy planning and research will be needed under each, to move the agri-food system towards a net zero UK. Scenarios help us to think about possible challenges and opportunities ahead, and provide a route for planning and decision-making – which is the aim of this report.
