Welcome to Discover Farming
Inspiring a new generation into farming and agriculture.

Discover Farming is here to help young people find out more about farming and the careers available in agriculture.
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Discover Farming Classroom

The Melplash Show

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Explore careers in farming

Explore Careers

What sort of agricultural career is right for you.

Bursary

Scholarship

Grants to local students aged 16 years and over.

About Discover Farming

An education programme promoting agriculture in Dorset.

Testimonials

Read what people have said about Discover Farming.

Latest News

News and events from the agricultural world.

For the Next Generation of Agricultural Workers

The Melplash Agricultural Society believes passionately that it is vitally important for the ‘next generation’ to understand the role that farming and agriculture play in the local economy and environment. At a time of great technological change, the Society wishes to inspire the younger generation to take up careers in this exciting industry, not only in farming but also other rural industries.  

Discover farming is here to inform, educate and enthuse young people about farming

The project started in 2007 with a scholarship scheme to support students entering or continuing in further education. In 2023, the Society had awarded a total of 86 scholarships to the value of £226,000

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