A farming organisation founded by an Oxfordshire man is looking to increase the number of farmers taking part in projects bringing scientific innovation onto farms.

The British On-Farm Innovation Network (BOFIN), founded by Tom Allen-Stevens, who is based near Faringdon, hopes to see the number of on-farm trialists double in two of its three current initiatives.

Participants in these Defra-funded projects run trials on their farms and share findings, receiving payment and support from BOFIN in return.

The trials involve gathering scientifically valid data aimed at creating a more sustainable agricultural industry.

Mr Allen-Stevens said: "We’ve had a hugely successful year across three projects.

"Farmers have proven across the trials and monitoring that they can deliver scientifically valid data, adding real value to the progress we’re making towards a more sustainable agriculture.

"We’re now looking to build on this success in 2024-25 and welcome farmers wanting to help shape the future of our industry to register their interest via our website."

BOFIN partners with scientists to deliver three projects, each focused on trialling innovative agricultural ideas and techniques.

Cambridgeshire farmer Rhys Jones believes it is important farmers play a role in shaping the future of the farming industry.

Mr Jones, who is taking part in a trial, said: "Being involved with agricultural trials helps us to look at new ways of doing things and means we can influence the direction we go in."