07 August 2025
A snapshot of woodland, hedgerow and biodiversity present on Welsh farms has revealed a mixed distribution of natural habitat, with some having a high percentage of their farmland covered in habitat while others have less.
This variability...
31 July 2025
A group of Welsh growers who share an affinity for herbs and their multiple uses are instigating new business ideas and building on existing revenue streams thanks to a progressive Farming Connect initiative.
With aspirations ranging from...
29 July 2025
The use of wormer in a Welsh sheep flock has reduced significantly thanks to targeted selective treatment (TST), a process that identifies which lambs need worming and avoids blanket dosing.
TST uses specific individual markers, such as...
28 July 2025
Would you like to learn more about key technical subjects within farming to improve your business’ performance? If so, Farming Connect masterclasses are just the ticket for you.
Farming Connect is offering a new series of...
From soil health to sales strategy, Farming Connect is helping commercial horticulture in Wales thrive. Visit the Horticulture Hub in the Garden Village (Avenue A) at this year’s Royal Welsh Show (21 – 24 July) and explore expert advice, resources...
15 July 2025
The Wales Farm Safety Partnership (WFSP) is launching a comprehensive and urgent campaign:
This vital initiative calls upon farmers across Wales to drastically improve their safety practices when operating All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs). Emphasising that safety is not...
14 July 2025
The individuals selected for the 2025 Agri Academy have been revealed.
The 24 successful candidates will have their first meeting at a reception at the Royal Welsh Show on Tuesday 22 July.
The Agri Academy has now...
11 July 2025
A fodder beet crop established at a Welsh livestock farm with primed seed and a late season application of nitrogen (N) fertiliser yielded 40% more forage.
Roger and Dyddanwy Pugh winter graze progeny from their 60-cow Limousin...
09 July 2025
Technology can be a game-changer for improving efficiency across all farming systems. But a study undertaken on multiple dairy farms shows that by making improvements to existing practices, some Welsh farmers could make comparable labour-saving results without...
