Event Overview

Join us for a unique in-person event designed to foster long-term networking opportunities for anyone starting out, or transitioning to, a career in agri-food. This one-day workshop is an early career event, aimed at those working across industry, as well as academia.

Purpose

We warmly welcome diverse voices to our event and are looking to share the myriad of experience across agri-food. We’re looking to engage people working in food and farming across academia, industry and the third sector. We will select delegates ensure representation from multiple sectors.

Event Highlights

Theme: “How do you relate to people inside and outside your field?”  A platform to explore interdisciplinary collaboration and practical discussions.
Poster Exhibition: Showcase your research, network with peers, and gain insights from others. Participants are encouraged to recycle posters from previous events. We also have printing support available at UWE.
Field Trips: Activities designed to provide a real-world backdrop to project applications and foster stronger networking bonds.
Structured Reflection: Engage in group feedback sessions to reflect on experiences and enhance networking outcomes.​

Who Should Attend?

Early Career Researchers from the AFN Network+, LUNZ Hub, and TUKFS project.
Members of the AFN Network+ from other fields (such as industry, policy or the third sector) who are just starting their career in the agri-food sector.
Places are limited. We will be selecting delegates to ensure representation from multiple sectors.

Application

Apply today and be part of a transformative networking experience designed to enhance your career and research opportunities. Applications close on 10 September 2024, and successful applicants will be informed by 13 September 2024. The event is free, and, if you are otherwise unfunded, some support is available towards travel costs. Please let us know on the application form if you would like this support.

​Contact Information

For any enquiries, please contact Vicky Trigle at Vicky.trigle@uwe.ac.uk or Sophie Constant at Sophie.constant@uwe.ac.uk.