The Rural Network does this by:-
Identifying and sharing good practice
Exchanging information
Providing training and support
Developing online communication tools and networking opportunities
In support of sharing information, lessons learned and experiences gained in the delivery of rural development programmes both at home and away, the Rural Network for Northern Ireland has developed: -
A
dedicated website www.ruralnetworkni.org.uk
A comprehensive database of information
Good practice resources
In addition it holds and hosts Network events and provides updates and newsletters. The Rural Network for Northern Ireland is one of four regional rural networks to be established as part of the UK National Rural Network. Rural Networks have also been established in Scotland, England and Wales to assist in the implementation of those regions rural development programmes. The Rural Network for Northern Ireland has also established links with the Ireland National Rural Network in the Republic of Ireland. The Rural Network for Northern Ireland is managed by the Northern Ireland Rural Development Council (RDC) through the Agri Rural Forum as part of the Northern Ireland Rural Development Programme co-financed by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development.
