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Why this Powys sheep farmer is ‘hooked’ on e-learning
14 September 2020
Third generation sheep farmer Wyn Williams from Llanfair Caereinion knows a lot about sheep farming. Now, thanks to Farming Connect’s fully funded online e-learning training modules, he knows considerably more! Wyn was brought up on the...
Beef quality grading in Europe: Shifting to a consumer centred perception of beef quality
11 September 2020
Dr Sibhekiso Siphambili, Dr Pip Nicholas-Davies: IBERS, Aberystwyth University.
- With the challenges faced by the beef industry there is need for a consumer focused grading system to ensure continued competitiveness of beef against other animal-based...
WEBINAR: Tractor GPS technology - 10/09/2020
With new tractors now being factory fitted with GPS technology and even the oldest models having the capability to be retro fitted, there are compelling reasons to evaluate how the technology can help you improve efficiency on farm.
Andrew Williams...
Live broadcast from upland farm will explore winter cropping options
10 September 2020
The steps being taken by a Welsh upland farm to reduce its environmental impact will be shared with farmers during a Farming Connect live broadcast this month.
The Farming Connect Demo Farm Live event on 16...
Organic arable farming and climate impacts
10 September 2020
Dr David Cutress: IBERS, Aberystwyth University.
- Organic farming is a growing industry where farmers can achieve higher prices but production costs tend to be higher
- Advocates of organic farming indicate several climate beneficial effects, however...
Egg value improved as sensor technology identifies causes of shell fractures
9 September 2020
Small adjustments to the egg collection and sorting equipment at a Welsh free range unit has resulted in fewer eggs being graded as seconds.
Hairline cracks in eggs are often not noticeable to the naked eye...
WEBINAR: Multispecies leys - just the latest trend.. or a real opportunity to boost forage quality? - 08/09/2020
Farming Connect and Chris Duller, soil and grassland management specialist discuss the following:
- What are multispecies leys?
- What are the potential benefits and possible problems of using multispecies leys?
- Establishment and management of multispecies leys.
This webinar provides information you...
WEBINAR: Managing lungworm in cattle - an unpredictable problem - 08/09/2020
Richard Kemp from Calcoed Vets discusses managing and controlling lungworm in cattle. The key topics discussed during the webinar are:
- Identify the risk - the challenge of predicting lungworm
- Treat appropriately - how you and your vet can diagnose, treat and prevent...