Roland Stonex Farm Conservation Adviser Expand Roland has worked as a Farm Conservation Adviser in Somerset and Devon for over 20 years. He has completed a large number of successful stewardship agreements, and provides practical advice and support to help farmers implement the work required. Roland has a particular interest and experience of farm woodland management and tree planting schemes. He also has a good working knowledge of farm compliance issues, such as soil risk planning and NVZ's. Roland has developed and worked on a number of projects including stewardship scheme uptake, farm plastic recycling and invasive species control.
Will Thorne Assistant Farm Conservation Adviser Expand Will joined FWAG SW in December of 2019, having graduated in biology from Swansea University. Will is currently helping to facilitate on the Woods for Water project for Devon and assisting with Countryside Stewardship applications. With a farming background behind him coupled with a strong conservation interest, Will looks to assist farmers and landowners in making positive environmental land management decisions whilst promoting sustainable business.