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There has never been a better time to access the range of support available through Farming Connect. With accredited training, discussion groups, mentoring, advisory service and much more…make sure you take time to visit our stand at this year’s Royal...

Sheep farmers can potentially double the percentage of productive grasses in their pastures by making simple grazing and soil management changes this autumn.

Grassland specialist Chris Duller, who has been advising farmers in Wales at a series of Farming Connect...

Dr William Stiles: IBERS, Aberystwyth University.

• The potential for flood events is increased by current agricultural management practices and climate change.
• Planting trees and hedgerows can significantly increase water infiltration rate into soil and storage thereafter.
• This reduces the...

Below is the 5th issue of Farming Connect’s technical publication for farmers and foresters in Wales.

Published bi-monthly, it includes easy to digest facts and figures about a range of technical matters, along with the latest information and research from...

Below is the 4th issue of Farming Connect’s technical publication for farmers and foresters in Wales.

Published bi-monthly, it includes easy to digest facts and figures about a range of technical matters, along with the latest information and research from...

A series of cross-sector farms located throughout Wales, selected by Farming Connect, have been measuring and monitoring grass growth for the Welsh Pasture Project.

Technical data from each participating farm can be found on the Farming Connect website, which should help...

Dr Ruth Wonfor: IBERS, Prifysgol Aberystwyth

Take home messages:

• Make sure you prepare a feed budget early for the winter months to ensure maximum profitability over the period. 
• Don’t underestimate the nutritional requirements of your herd, make sure your livestock...