Adam Bedford and Sian Davies will present groundbreaking initiatives aimed at restoring river health and promoting sustainable agriculture. Fera’s "Healthy Rivers" initiative addresses water quality, pollution, and biodiversity in UK rivers through advanced manure management, pollution mitigation, and habitat restoration. The collaboration with Wern Heulog Farm introduces insect bioconversion technology to convert poultry litter into valuable resources, reducing environmental impact and creating new revenue streams. This session will highlight innovative, science-driven solutions for sustainable agriculture and river management.

Key Points:

• Overview of Fera's "Healthy Rivers" initiative - addressing UK river pollution, biodiversity, and water quality.
• Insect Bioconversion in Poultry Farming: Sustainable management of poultry litter to reduce pollution and create new revenue streams.
• Collaborative efforts to enhance biodiversity and water quality.
• Future Vision: Setting benchmarks for sustainable farming and river management, aligning with the UK’s green, resilient food production goals.