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The Royal Countryside Fund welcomes Rupert Arnold as a new trustee
January 27, 2026
The Royal Countryside Fund (RCF) has announced the appointment of Yorkshire farmer, Rupert Arnold, to its board of trustees.
Routes to Regen report shows success of world-first pilot helping farmers adopt regenerative practicesÂ
January 21, 2026
A new report we released today shows the outcomes of Routes to Regen, a programme that has helped 100 farmers in the East of England access routes to farming more regeneratively. 
A royal reception for our new Trees on Farm guide
January 15, 2026
Family farms across the UK continue to face extraordinary challenges, including rising costs, impacts of extreme weather and environmental pressure, which are threatening their ability to survive. Our new publication offers advice on a practical solution: planting trees on their farms.Â
Launching our 2025 Journal at Berry Bros. & Rudd
November 14, 2025
On Wednesday evening, we were delighted to welcome guests to the magnificent Napoleon Cellar at Berry Bros. & Rudd for the launch of the 2025 RCF Journal.
Celebrating Routes to Regen at the Sandringham Estate
November 10, 2025
The RCF, along with contributing companies, recently held a visit to the Sandringham Estate for farmers to mark the end of the first year of Routes to Regen.
Andrew Phillips LVO joins our board of trustees
November 4, 2025
The Royal Countryside Fund (RCF) has announced the new appointment of Andrew Phillips LVO to its board of trustees and as Chair of their Finance & Resources Committee.
Our team away day at the Leckford Estate
October 29, 2025
The Royal Countryside Fund (RCF) team recently travelled to Hampshire for our annual team away day. The day was a valuable opportunity to reflect on our progress at the halfway point in our operational year, and help us deliver the best possible support to family farms and rural communities across the UK.
RCF Executive Director awarded Associateship of The Royal Agricultural Societies
October 24, 2025
The RCF’s Executive Director Keith Halstead has been awarded an Associateship of The Royal Agricultural Societies (ARAgS), in recognition of his contribution to agriculture.
Celebrating the harvest at Westminster Abbey
October 20, 2025
As a valued champion of British food and farming, The Royal Countryside Fund was invited to attend this year’s National Harvest Service at Westminster Abbey.
The Royal Countryside Fund is this year’s ‘Farming Hero’
October 17, 2025
Members of the RCF accepted the accolade at this year's British Farming Awards in recognition of the charity's contribution to family farms and rural communities.
