Jacqui Banks

Name: Jacqui Banks

Email:   jacqui.banks@menterabusnes.co.uk      

Mobile: 07961 958806

Location: Pembrokeshire

Specialism(s):  Sustainable land management, Regenerative farming, Agroforestry including silvopasture

 

  • Jacqui and her husband own 10 acres of land where they have been able to build their own house thanks to running their business from the site and proving they could meet strict ecological criteria.  Since moving to Glandwr in 2012 the couple have developed a silvopastoral system with sheep grazing beneath a variety of newly planted trees that will provide parent stock for an agroforestry nursery that they are currently establishing.
  • Jacqui also has an administrative role with Farming Connect and has learned at first hand the tangible benefits which result from Agrisgôp’s facilitated  ‘action learning’ programme, which  brings together like-minded individuals to develop an idea or farm-related enterprise.  Recognising that this was an area where her own skills and knowledge could be a helpful attribute, she’s now enjoying her newest role as an Agrisgôp leader. 
  • A fluent Welsh speaker, Jacqui has a breadth of experience and knowledge in the agricultural sector and in addition to general animal husbandry, through previous part time roles on local dairy farms which involved milking, herd management, AI and more, she also has experience of regenerative agriculture and agroforestry including silvopasture or ‘managed grazing’ which is the practice of integrating trees, forage and the grazing of animals in a mutually beneficial way. 
  • Jacqui’s previous roles have given her innovative and forward-thinking approaches to both land and people management and she’s also developed good research and business planning skills.  A relaxed communicator, her former role in community arts has given her experience of working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and excellent facilitation skills.  Proactive, focused and innovative, you’ll find Jacqui keen to drive good ideas forward – expect to be inspired by her passion for what she does and for what she’ll encourage you to achieve too! 

Current farm business:

10 acre agroforestry holding

  • Flock of Badgerface Torwen sheep
  • Silvopasture
  • Regenerative farming ethos

Relevant experience, skills, qualifications

  • BA (Hons) First Class (Acting)
  • DIY AI
  • Dairy Industry Operations (Level 2 Award)