European Forum for Nature Conservation and Pastoralism

The European Forum for Nature Conservation and Pastoralism aims to bring together ecologists, nature conservationists, farmers and policy makers in order to increase understanding of the high nature conservation and cultural value of certain farming systems, and to promote their maintenance.

The Forum recognises that Europe's natural and cultural heritage is enriched by the wide variety of regional farming systems which work in harmony with local environmental conditions. However, many of these traditional farming systems are under threat. The Forum aims therefore to:

· increase understanding that certain European farming systems are of high nature conservation and cultural value

· ensure the availability, dissemination and exchange of supporting information combining research and practical expertise

· bring together experts to consider the problems faced by these systems and potential solutions

· develop and promote policy options which ensure the ecological maintenance and development of these farming systems and cultural landscapes

In pursuit of these objectives, the Forum holds conferences every two years, organises workshops and seminars, and produces two issues of the newsletter, La Cañada per year.

Further information and subscriptions to La Cañada should be directed to:

Dr Eric Bignall,

EFNCP, Kindrochaid, Gruinart, Bridgend, Isle of Islay, Argyll. PA44 7PT.

Tel & Fax: (+44) (0)1496 850 330.