ADOPT Fund

Defra-backed trial explores water management solution for peat soils

Arable

Defra-backed trial explores water management solution for peat soils

An on-farm trial currently underway aims to discover if biochar-based underground drainage systems could help protect peat soils.

Defra launches £2.3m ADOPT fund for farmer innovation

Schemes

Defra launches £2.3m ADOPT fund for farmer innovation

Defra has announced a £2.3 million investment today (Monday, December 15) for the first wave of farmer-led tech trials under the ADOPT fund.