Not only did conflicts of recommendations occur but there
were also reports of a lack of communication and knowledge
exchange between advisors,thus creating some unnecessary duplication
of recommendations and barriers in locating and signposting
expertise to meet particular needs. Good communication and
interactions did exist in certain cases. An excellent example of
coordination between advisors was apparent in the North West’s
Eden catchment, where the close knit nature of the whole farming
community brought various advisors from different organisations
together. Signposting farmers to the relevant advisor was second
nature, and collaborative projects occurred between Natural
England, Environment Agency, CSF, Rivers Trust, Woodland Trust
and independent contractors.