Open Farm Sunday 2010 - 13th June 2010

Care about your food? We do! That’s the message from farmers across the country who are preparing to open their gates on Open Farm Sunday (13 June 2010).

The event in 2009 was a fantastic success. 140,000 visitors were welcomed on to 425 farms across the UK and got the chance to meet the farmers who grow their food and care for the countryside.

Open Farm Sunday is one day in the year when everyone gets the chance to understand the true story and value behind their food, and the dedication and skill of farmers who produce it.

Are you a farmer? Get involved!

We're keen to build on last year's achievement and make Open Farm Sunday 2010 even bigger and better. We've added more to the free resources available that help ensure your event is a success.

There are now 10 regional coordinators - farmers and strong OFS supporters who will be organising the workshops in March and helping to make Open Farm Sunday a regional, as well as national success.

Take a good look through the Open my Farm section - this has more information on size of events, activities and resources to help you publicise your event.

Sign up for one of the free workshops taking place in March to find out more. This is a great opportunity for both first-timers and old hands to share experiences and meet other host farmers.

And don't forget to register, and choose items for your free resource pack. You can input details, including pictures, of your event that will be listed in our 'Find a Farm' section, to help people find your event.

Not a farmer? Visit a farm!

Every farm involved in Open Farm Sunday puts on a unique and individual event. You get a real insight into how food is produced and the nature that thrives in the hedgerows.

You'll find a whole host of activities, from tractor and trailer rides to pig-racing, a gentle farm walk and cup of tea to a full-on vegetable olympics!

Why not bookmark this page and come back nearer the time to find which farms near you are hosting events?

But you don't need to wait till June - LEAF has a nationwide network of farms that organise visits for school or adult groups. There's even a virtual farm walk. Click on the Visit a Farm section for more.