Farmer Registration - just-farmers.yourbetasite.co.uk

1. Contact Details

Name *

Address *

Phone Number *

Email Address *

Website

Social Media Handles

2. About You

Let's start with a description of your farm and business. Tell us as much as you can about where you farm, what you farm and how you farm.

What about you? How did you become a farmer?

Are you employed elsewhere? Do you have another source of income?

And what do you enjoy least about farming?

What are your other interests and hobbies?

Why would you like to be part of Just Farmers?

There are many topical issues related to agriculture which attract media coverage and public interest. Can you think of any which are directly relevant to you and your farm? Please give one example and share some of your thoughts on the subject.

3. Your Independence

Are you a member of a farm union or trade organisation? If so, which one(s)?

Are you an office holder, or do you hold a senior position at a farm union or trade organisation? (e.g. President, Chairman, Secretary, Chief Executive?)

Do you represent any other industry organisation, political party, campaign group, charity, society or foundation in an official capacity? Please provide details.

Is there any reason why a journalist or a member of the public might question your ability to speak independently as ‘just a farmer’? (Please note being a grassroots member of a union or trade body does not constitute a conflict of interest)

4. Working With The Media

(Previous media experience is not essential, so don’t worry if these questions are not applicable to you.)

Have you ever been interviewed or pictured in the media before (i.e. national or local news, television, radio, newspapers, magazines or trade press)? If so, what was it about?

Please list programmes and/or publications in which you have featured (with links to any online coverage).

Have you or your business ever been named in the media (but not necessarily interviewed)? If so, in what context?

Do you write or broadcast on a freelance or voluntary basis? Please provide details.

Have you ever turned down an opportunity to be interviewed? If so, why?

Have your previous experiences with the media been positive or negative? Please explain why.

5. The Commitment

If selected for Just Farmers, you are agreeing to be open, truthful, approachable and available. That means picking up the phone to journalists, agreeing to be interviewed and, if needed, allowing your farm to be filmed and photographed. If the wider story/issue is negative or controversial, you may be asked tough or sensitive questions and you will be expected to answer them. However, you will not be speaking on behalf of industry – only as an individual farmer, commenting on how the big issues affect you personally. Just Farmers is not a vehicle for industry lobbying, marketing or advertising. By joining Just Farmers, you agree not to promote your own way of farming by criticising someone else’s. Just Farmers is independent, non-political, open and honest.

You will be expected to attend two workshops in a six-month period. Each workshop is two days. The workshops are fully funded, thanks to the charities that generously support Just Farmers and cover your accommodation, food, venue hire, guest speaker, media educator fees and expenses, and taxis. If you cannot attend, for whatever reason, decide to book your own accommodation, or miss any of the four days of workshops, you are liable for the cost of your place (approx. £250-£300).

The commitment we make...

Just Farmers isn’t just about helping the media find great interviewees and case studies. It’s about building your confidence, helping you understand how the media works and giving you the tools to prepare you for an interview situation. I run two workshops to achieve this. These practical sessions focus on understanding the media, stepping outside your comfort zone, talking, listening and just being yourself on camera or microphone. I will support you through this process and throughout the Just Farmers experience. You will also meet experienced media professionals and be part of a supportive team with like-minded farmers and growers from around the UK.

Yes, I agree to the above – if I am unable to attend for any reason, I am happy to cover the cost of my place, and I want to be part of Just Farmers

GDPR:

As you'll be aware the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) came into force on May 25th 2018. We need to explain how Just Farmers will hold your data – and make sure you’re happy with it.

The information we’ll hold for you is your name, address, email address, social media handles and phone number(s). If you are selected for the scheme there will also be a brief biography on the Just Farmers website.

The whole premise of Just Farmers is about sharing contacts – but with your full knowledge and consent.
Your contact details will only be visible to members of the media who register on our secure website. With your prior permission, I may also connect you with members of the media who call or email me looking for potential interviewees.

I will also send you emails with updates on our work and may ask your views on stories in the press, so I can provide quotes and briefings to the media.

Your personal data is held safely and won't be shared with any third parties for marketing purposes.
If you wish to unsubscribe from my emails simply send me an UNSUBSCRIBE message.
You can request that we change or remove your personal information at anytime.

SUBMIT APPLICATION

Thanks for your interest, we’ll be in touch soon!

Farmer Application

1. Contact Details

2. About You

3. Your Independence

4. Working With The Media

5. The Commitment