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Countryfile presenter opens five new agritech workspaces

Over 100 visitors gathered to celebrate the official launch of the Farm491  Harnhill workspaces at the Royal Agricultural University (RAU).

Manor Farm in Harnhill near Cirencester, comprising of five workspaces in a refurbished farm barn, is the second phase of the dynamic Farm491 agritech enterprise hub which opened last July.

The launch party commenced with Farm491 members, RAU representatives, academics, media and experts connected to the agricultural sector all sharing in the occasion.

With welcome speeches, tours of the new premises and networking with members, the event was a huge success, topped off by the official ribbon cutting by Countryfile presenter Adam Henson.

Adam Henson said; "It has been a huge honour to officially open the new technological work spaces at Harnhill Manor Farm - part of the Farm491 agritech development.

"The Royal Agricultural University has personal connection to me as my father studied here years ago, so it has been a pleasure to share in this celebration.

"Agriculture is rapidly changing and technology is shaping and carving its future.

"Not only do we need to drive for profit and innovation in farming, but surrounding ourselves with good people, sharing ideas and working collaboratively is key to success.

"The future of agriculture relies on hard work, a collaborative attitude, innovation, entrepreneurship and giving back - and this is exactly what the Farm491 enterprise does. "Farm491 will facilitate innovation in farming and its extremely exciting to be part of this technological innovation."

Picture: Adam Henson performs the opening.

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