Cultivate: The Power of Participation
Revitalising the rural economy starts with people at its heart. Cultivate Skills exists to reconnect Jersey’s deep agricultural and horticultural heritage with the emerging enterprise of tomorrow.
We believe lives and landscapes flourish when knowledge is passed on, traditions are honoured, and new generations have agency to shape a resilient, inclusive future.
Grounding our growth in lessons and skills that pre-date us to ensure the industry's longevity.
Providing professional development and education that turns aspiring entrepreneurs and hobbyists into professional, accredited producers and skilled horticulturists.
Creating knowledge exchanges where seasoned growers, horticulturists, farmers, and new entrants share materials, skills and expertise.
Positioning the rural sector as a dynamic environment where fresh ideas take root and enterprise is expected.
We partner with the Eden Project to deliver RHS Level 2: Principles of Plant Growth and Development, and we can offer new accredited courses tailored to your needs. Whether you’re a health professional wanting to understand more about food, a chef looking to connect with farmers, or simply looking to gain a qualification or upskill your team, we want to hear from you.
In 2024, we relaunched Cultivate at the Young Farmers Club. Check out the videos highlighting the collaboration between Cultivate and the hospitality and health sectors. Cultivate hosts a series of cultural events to celebrate the interconnectedness of food within every aspect of our life.
Food is the ultimate connector, capable of building "olive branches" between diverse communities and industries. Cultivate Connection captures the public voice to transform "supporting local" from a transaction into a movement.
Bringing farmers, chefs, and health experts together to create community food hubs and seasonal solutions.
Deepening the link between islanders and the land that feeds them.
Moving toward a "protopia"—a society that makes meaningful progress through collective participation and shared pride.
We host events throughout the year to celebrate Jersey’s food future.
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