Agroforestry and Trees on Small Farms

We will consider the theory and practice of agroforestry systems on small farms and market gardens. By studying the agroforestry developed on Blackhaugh Community Farm and looking at systems developed on other small farms in the UK and beyond, this course will equip you to develop your own agroforestry system. 

Led my Johnny Agnew, founding director of Taybank Grower's Cooperative and Blackhaugh Community Farm. Johnny is an experienced market gardener, activist and ecologist.

Tea and coffee provided, please bring your own packed lunch

Course contents

The benefits of agroforestry

Agroforestry theory, review of options and application

Examples from around the UK

Agroforestry in the real world – Blackhaugh Community Farm

What we did and why

Designing a system

Tree species choice

Tree planting methods and protection

Costs and funding