Principal reveals plan for college at the Heathfield Agricultural Show
The principal at Plumpton College Jeremy Kerswell announced the college’s commitment to sustainability at the 76th Heathfield Agricultural Show on 27 May
All photos by Graham Franks
Speaking at the Batcheller Monkhouse Rural Business Breakfast at the Heathfield Agricultural Show, Kerswell confirmed the land and environment college’s commitment to its students to reinforce their understanding of where the food we eat comes from and the importance of sustainable strategies in its production.
Jeremy Kerswell, principal at Plumpton College speaking about education and agriculture at the ‘Sussex’ breakfast
He also outlined the plans to ‘future-proof’ the college and its students. This ensures they are equipped to take land-based and agricultural businesses forward to be as profitable and successful as possible.
Ready for the Batcheller Monkhouse ‘Sussex’ breakfast
Support for the future
Leo Hickish, Chairman and Partner at the estate and lettings agent Batcheller Monkhouse, said: “In our work as land agents, one of our key roles is to advise farmers and landowners on the best strategy for their business, whether that be grant applications, general management or diversification. I was very interested to hear Jeremy outline his forward desires for his students. Who may well be our clients in the future.”
Leo Hickish with Stephen Carr, Shonaid Jemmett-Page and Steve Jemmett-Page
Batcheller Monkhouse is a long-time supporter of the Heathfield Agricultural Show. Their Rural Business Breakfast saw 70 farmers and landowners enjoy a lively debate. They then enjoyed a cooked Sussex breakfast in the sunshine after the wettest Spring on record.
The Conservative MP for the area Huw Merriman attended the breakfast. Merriman confirmed his commitment to the constituency and his views on the importance of sustainability.
Hue Merriman, Conservative MP
What is Heathfield Agricultural Show?
Each year the show supports the local community by showcasing the best of agriculture and farming. Covering every aspect of country life, there are livestock competitions, terrier racing, monster trucks and a Shetland Pony Grand National.
The Heathfield Agricultural Show is a non-profit organisation. It will be hosting its one-day agricultural show next year on Saturday 25 May 2024 at Tottingworth Farm, Heathfield.
Charlotte Steele, Jane Andrew, Bob Andrew and Gillian Van Der Meer
Leo Hickish and Hue Merriman
Toby Trotman with James Harvey
Batcheller Monkhouse staff at the ‘Sussex’ breakfast
