Farming for nature, profit and public good

Join us for Scotland’s first nature-friendly farming summit, hosted by NFFN Scotland, bringing together farmers, land managers, researchers, policymakers and environmental leaders to shape a resilient future for food, nature and rural communities.

Taking place in Edinburgh, this landmark event will explore how Scotland can transition to a sustainable food and farming system that supports biodiversity, combats climate change, and secures long-term food production.

Through inspiring talks, panel discussions and real-life case studies, attendees will hear from pioneering farmers already putting nature at the heart of their practices, and take part in crucial conversations about reforming funding, scaling up nature-friendly methods, and ensuring profitability alongside environmental delivery.

This is a unique opportunity to drive forward a just, nature-positive transition for Scottish agriculture – and to be part of the movement shaping farming’s role in a climate-resilient Scotland.

Lunch will be provided.

This event is made possible thanks to the support of RSPB Scotland and NatureScot.

Info: This session will demonstrate what nature-friendly farming looks like in practice, highlighting the case for nature-friendly approaches, current challenges, opportunities, and progress towards the Scottish Government’s Vision for Agriculture.

Info: This session will explore how Scotland’s agricultural budget is allocated, what outcomes it delivers, and how future spending could support profitable, nature friendly farming and food.

Info: A series of speakers will explore examples of how farmers and organisations are working together across landscapes, within supply chains, and through shared learning networks - to innovate, adapt, and build resilience. We’ll look at what makes these collaborations work, and how we can better support and scale them.

Info: A panel session will pull together the day’s themes to explore the actions, partnerships, and innovations needed to scale up nature-friendly farming across Scotland,

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Dynamic Earth, Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom