Links & Library
Welcome to the Wight Rural Hub’s Links & Library – your gateway to trusted resources, expert guidance and essential support for farming and land management on the Isle of Wight. Here you’ll find direct access to key initiatives such as Catchment Sensitive Farming Isle of Wight, with practical advice available through their YouTube channel and the Farming Advice Service. Explore funding opportunities via the Countryside Stewardship Grant Finder and discover policy insights and updates from Defra’s blogs, podcasts, and YouTube content. You’ll also find helpful links to local and national organisations including Natural Enterprise, The Royal Countryside Fund, RABI, The Royal Isle of Wight Agricultural Society and the Farming Community Network (FCN). Stay informed on financial and environmental schemes, such as Farming in Protected Landscapes (FiPL). Whether you’re looking for technical support, wellbeing services, or the latest updates, this library is here to help you thrive.
Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA)
Catchment Sensitive Farming (CSF):
Catchment Sensitive Farming Isle of Wight
Catchment Sensitive Farming YouTube
GOV.UK – Catchment Sensitive Farming: advice for farmers and land managers
Countryside Stewardship Grant Finder
Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra):
Farming Community Network (FCN)
Farming in Protected Landscapes (FiPL)
Find funding for land or farms
Hampshire Rural Crime Partnership Disc System
Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution (RABI)
Royal Isle of Wight Agricultural Soiety
Rural Payments Agency (RPA):
Isle of Wight IAgSA Natural Capital and Farm Carbon webinar series
Feature Advisor Article – Catchment Sensitive Farming IW – World Soil Day – 5 December 2025
Today (5 December) is World Soil Day. As planning begins for Christmas dinners and other food-related festivities, World Soil Day is a timely...