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05/02/2024

Annual South East Future of Farming Conference 2024

Thursday 18th April, 3-7pm

We are delighted to host, for the second year running, South East Future of Farming Conference, in partnership with The CLA and Virgin Money hosted at the college’s £10m AgriFood Centre.

At a time of...

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Wine Business Alumnus opens ‘unauthentically Italian’ eatery Squisito in Lewes
05/02/2024

Wine Business Alumnus opens ‘unauthentically Italian’ eatery Squisito in Lewes

When a space in Lewes’ charming boutique-y landmark The Needlemakers had a space becoming available, Plumpton College alumnus Sally Murphy knew that the time and place were right.

She, her partner Harry, and their business...

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31/01/2024

Complete the Sussex Future Skills Survey!

Plumpton College are working in partnership with the Sussex Chamber of Commerce to gain the views from all types of land based organisations across Sussex regarding recruitment and skills needs and we would welcome your feedback. ...

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Plumpton College aid in bringing GCSE students closer to their food
25/01/2024

Plumpton College aid in bringing GCSE students closer to their food

Over 150 GCSE students gained first-hand experience of the agricultural industry as part of a new conference aimed at educating schoolchildren about food provenance and healthy eating.

The Secondary School Series – Farming Food...

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15/12/2023

It's an Immersive First Term for our Animal Behaviour & Conservation Degree Students

In a commitment to provide its students with a truly immersive education, our Animal Behaviour degree students have had a brilliant first term experiencing a variety of extra-curricular activities that bridge the gap between theory and real-world application.

Category: Animal Management

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Get back on track in the New Year with four short courses for 16-18s
12/12/2023

Get back on track in the New Year with four short courses for 16-18s

Are you a 16-18 and ready to dive into the world of hands-on skills and discover your niche? Our exclusive short courses offer a perfect gateway to explore your interests and develop essential skills in the land & environment...

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Students Act Of Kindness Projects raises funds for Knight Support Homeless Charity
08/12/2023

Students Act Of Kindness Projects raises funds for Knight Support Homeless Charity

Some of our students have been hard at work on a community-based Act of Kindness project as part of this term's Resilience Personal Development Sessions.

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Plumpton College Unveil Four NEW Forward-Thinking Degree Courses
07/12/2023

Plumpton College Unveil Four NEW Forward-Thinking Degree Courses

Our new degree programmes are part of a suite of land & management courses aimed to get students career ready upon graduation.

Categories: Sustainability, Land Management, Agriculture, Environmental Studies & Conservation, Horticulture

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College receives funding from Natural England's, Sussex Woods Project to showcase local wild venison
06/12/2023

College receives funding from Natural England's, Sussex Woods Project to showcase local wild venison

Thanks to funding from Natural England and their Sussex Woods ‘Protected Site Strategies’ pilot project, the college has been able to address and educate the public about the significant impacts of 'Protected Sites' and to farmers, foresters, and the public. 

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Outstanding achievement and recognition for two students in the Land-based & Environment Learner Awards 2023
01/12/2023

Outstanding achievement and recognition for two students in the Land-based & Environment Learner Awards 2023

Sophie Walker wins Learner of the Year in Veterinary Nursing and Charlie Kifford recognised as Agriculture Runner-Up at Land-based & Environment Learner Awards 2023

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