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Agricultural Engineers face up to the challenges of the 'Perfect Storm'
Agricultural engineers recently came together to debate the serious challenges we all face to meet and feed a future potential 50 per cent increase in population. Sir John Beddington, the Government's chief scientist who commissioned the Foresight Report has estimated the world has 20 years to deliver something in the order of 40 per cent more food, 30 per cent more fresh water and fifty per cent more energy.
IAgrE celebrate annual award winners
Members of IAgrE have been presented with Awards in recognition of their contribution to the landbased sector at the Institution's annual conference at RASE, Stoneleigh.
Andy Newbold appointed new President of the Institution of Agricultural Engineers
Andy Newbold, managing director of technical events company, Fusion Events, is the new President of IAgrE. A member of the organisation since 1993 and a Chartered Engineer, Andy also runs NEWMAC Ltd, an engineering risk management consultancy business and publishes Pro Operator, the specialist technical magazine for all NRoSO registered sprayer operators.
Alex Galloway appointed new Chief Executive of SocEnv
Alex Galloway CVO has been appointed Chief Executive of The Society for the Environment (SocEnv), the independent umbrella body that regulates the licensing and award of the Chartered Environmentaist (CEnv) qualification.
Weathering the Perfect Storm - the subject of the 2012 IAgrE Landwards Conference will look at People - agriculture's missing linke
For a generation agriculture appeared to move from crisis to crisis. It was undervalued and given little recognition for the role it played. At one point it was even suggested that we could rely on imported food rather than invest in a domestic food producing capability.
The role of Soil and Water Management is crucial to 'Weathering the Perfect Storm' the subject of the 2012 Institution of Agricultural Engineers 9IAgrE) Landwards Conference
Professor Dick Godwin of Harper Adams University College will speak about the important role soil and water management plays.
Christopher Wathes, of the Royal Veterinary College, University of London to speak at Institution of Agricultural Engineers (IAgrE) 2012 Landwards Conference
Current demand for meat and other farm animal produce is considered by many to be unsustainable, with greenhouse gas emissions, standards of farm animal welfare, water availability and its use and human health issues as contributory factors. Demand is forecast to rise as the global population increases.
If the Engineering and Manufacturing Sectors are to rescue the British economy, Further Education will need greater investment to attract the best say the IAgrE
While Chartered and Incorporated Engineers are important, you mustn't forget the Engineering Technicians who should be making up the bulk of the professinally registered workforce say IAgrE.
The Institution of Agricultural Engineers Forestry Engineering Group (FEG) AGM and field visit will take place on 19th April.
The combined AGM and field visit will take place at Invergarry Community Hall (just off the A87) starting at 10.00 hrs.
IAgrE 2012 Landwards Conference is "Weathering the Perfect Storm - who do you want in your lifeboat?" and it will consider the issues raised by the Foresight Report on Food and Farming. It takes place on 19th May at RASE, Stoneleigh.
IAgrE believe the number of agricultural engineers will have to increase dramatically if the UK is going to meet the challenges resulting from the Government's Foresight Report - The Future of Food and Farming.
IAgrE backs proposed Festival of Farming and Food
The aspirations of a group of like minded farmers to hold a festival to celebrate the best of British farming, food and countryside, is welcomed by IAgrE.
IAgrE present prestigious Ivel Award to Durham based Fuel Guard for its Fuel Decontaminator
Fuel Guard, who supply fuel testing and fuel cleaning equipment, is this year's winner of the IAgrE Ivel Award. The award, presented at LAMMA, is given to a product or innovation with the most positive impact on the environment.
Coleg Sir Gar students pick up IAgrE awards at LAMMA
Two students from Coleg Sir Gar's agricultural campus at Gelli Aur Coleg have carried off IAgrE's student and safety awards, presented at LAMMA.
First introduced last year, the safety award is presented to a student whose project is aimed at improving a machine or process and has demonstrated a sound approach to health and safety. This year's award went to Gareth Hamer for his excellent project developing a power assisted sheep turnover crate.
IAgrE students create DVD to promote professionalism in landbased engineering
A team of students from Harper Adams University has created an 8 minute DVD to promote the importance of professionalism in developing a career in the landbased industry.
John Fox's contribution to agriucltural engineering celebrated at an industry gathering
John, Fox, who has been a stalwart supporter of the agricultural engineering industry for over 50 years was recently acknowledged for his exceptional contribution to the profession by trustees of the Douglas Bomford Trust and other senior memebers of the agricultural industry.
EngineeringUK report confirms engineering is central to economic growth
The Institution of Agricultural Engineers welcome the results of a study undertaken by EngineeringUK that reveals, not only is engineering central to ensuring economic growth, but it also plays a major role in helping to tackle global challenges, such as climate change, health, food security, biodiversity, water security, population and energy security.
Agricultural Engineers response to Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering
IAgrE supports this initiative, launched today. Peter Leech, IAgrE President said: " This award is a great way to show engineering in its true light as a cornerstone of society and as a key driver for economic well being. The UK's agricultural engineers are instrumental in tackling the world's challenges of hunger and drought and have the right tools for the job.
Let's work together to make Britain a safer place to farm
New figures published by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) once again condemn agriculture as the most dangerous profession in the UK. Accidents on farms account for around a fifth of Britain’s workplace deaths yet only 1.5 per cent of the population work in the industry.
The Institution of Agricultural Engineers launches new web site
The Institution of Agricultural Engineers is delighted to announce the launch of its redesigned web site.
The site has a new ‘Technical Specialists ‘area designed to serve as a resource centre for journalists looking for information on a variety of topics related to landbased engineering.
Forestry Commission designed bridleway bridge wins 2011 British Construction Award
Far Moor Bridge, Selside, Yorkshire has won a Judges Special Award in the 2011 British Construction Awards under the ‘Small Civil Engineering Project – up to £3m category’. Commissioned by Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority, the innovative design is probably the largest example of a stress laminated arch bridge in the world and has been designed specifically for walkers, horse riders and mountain bikers.
Engineering Technicians have vital role to play in the quest to create a competitive and viable agricultural sector
Engineering Technicians are the backbone of dealerships in the landbased sector say the Institution of Agricultural Engineers.
“With today’s modern tractor being ever more sophisticated, the industry is becoming increasingly high tech. The use of technologies such as fibre optics, hydrostatic and hybrid powertrains and fly-by-wire technology is making it an fascinating career choice,” says Chris Whetnall, chief executive of IAgrE.”
Institution of Agricultural Engineers support findings of IMechE report that demands urgent action is taken to stop future engineering skills shortages
A report launched by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers claims the UK needs 19,000 extra engineering graduates every year to meet future demand.
IAgrE member receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Institution of Agricultural Engineers’ member Alan Jones has been honoured with a 2011 Industry Lifetime Achievement Award. The award was presented at the 2011 Industry awards dinner, organised by the Agricultural Engineers Association (AEA) in association with Service Dealer magazine.
IAgrE Member Dan Massey named 2011 Technician of the year
Dan Massey of John Deere Dealer J E Buckle Ltd of Cromer, Stevenage, has been named 2011 Technician of the Year at trade magazine Service Dealers’ annual Industry Award Dinner.
Dan, an LTA 4 lead service technician is also one of the first John Deere Master Technicians in the country and is a Council member of the Institution of Agricultural Engineers.
Forestry Commission designed bridleway bridge up for 2011 British Construction Award
Far Moor Bridge, Selside, Yorkshire has been nominated for a 2011 British Construction Award under the ‘Small Civil Engineering Project – up to £3m’ sector. Commissioned by Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority, the innovative design is probably the largest example of a stress laminated arch bridge in the world and has been designed specifically for walkers, horse riders and mountain bikers .
Tier 4 final is not the final frontier for engine emissions, there is a lot further to go in the quest for zero emissions, say the Institution of Agricultural Engineers
Tier 4 final is just another top along the road to diesel engine zero emisisons, accoridng to speakers at IAgrE's 2011 conference.
Major equipment manufacturers join together to demonstrate latest forest harvesting equipment
Five leading timber harvesting companies have come together in the Forest of Ae, Dumfries, Scotland to run live, side-by-side demonstrations and give industry professionals a unique opportunity to safely see the latest machines operating in typical UK forest conditions. Click here for a full report on this event in the Forestry Journal.
New National Qualification launched for Milk Equipment Technicians
The Institution of Agricultural Engineers in partnership with the Milking Equipment Association (MEA) and Reaseheath Agricultural College has launched a new national qualification for dairy technicians.
Agricultural Associations join together to launch a Landbased Engineering - Training and Education Committee (LE-TEC)
The AEA (Agricultural Engineers Association), IAgrE (Institution of Agricultural Engineers) and BAGMA (The British Agricultural and Garden Machinery Association) have launched a new joint Training and Education Committee intended to be the single voice for training and education within the Landbased Engineering sector.
Institution of Agricultural Engineers announce annual award winners
Members of the Institution of Agricultural Engineers (IAgrE) have received awards in recognition of their contributions to the landbased sector at the Instutiton's annual conference at Cranfield University.
IAgrE encourages young people to choose engineering career in the landbased industry
IAgrE joined an impressive range of leading engineering and construction companies in May at the National Engineering & Construction Recruitment Exhibition, including GE Aircraft Engine Services, Jaguar Land Rover, JCB Network Rail and RSA.
Brazil farming practices could hold the key to resolving the global food challenge
Brazil has achieved a two fold increase in agricultural production and managed to significantly reduce soil loss and the use of agrochemicals, by adopting new technologies and having a clear strategy for land use.
IAgrE Fellow appointed Professor of Agricultural Engineering at Harper Adams University
Professor Simon Blackmore has joined Harper Adams University College as Head of Engineering. A Fellow in the Institution of Agricultural Engineers (IAgrE) and Chartered Engineer, he returns to the UK following a recent spell at University of Thessaly in Greece.
Harper Adams University College students receive Douglas Bomford Trust Awards
Six students from Harper admas have received scholarships for 2010/11 from the Douglas Bomford Trust.
Energy from Wood Biomass
A half day conference organised by the IAgrE Scottish branch.
An apprenticeship can be the first step towards a rewarding career in agricultural engineering - February 2011
A landbased engineering apprenticeship is the entry route to a worthwhile career in agricultural engineering, say the Institution of Agricultural Engineers during the UK’s Apprentice Week.
“It’s definitely a career that can offer school leavers the first step towards a defined career path”, said Chris Whetnall, Chief Executive of IAgrE.
It has never been more important to support and develop the skills and expertise provided by Agricultural Engineers - Feburary 2011
The Institution of Agricultural Engineers (IAgrE) welcome the depth and width of vision provided in the Government’s Foresight project Global Food and Farming report.
For years many of the issues have repeatedly been analysed and articulated but this report is the first to integrate these and demonstrate the totality of the challenge.
IAgrE present a trio of awards at LAMMA - Jan 2011
This year the Institution of Agricultural Engineers presented three awards at LAMMA 2011.
LAMMA was the platform for the Institution to launch its new annual Safety Award. Promoting the importance of safety issues, the award has been established to encourage and recognise innovation in safe design or operation of equipment or processes by students studying agricultural engineering or subjects related to the application of engineering and technology to the land based sector.
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