News and Events
Congratulations... well known Farming Connect figures receive top UK farming awards
A number of well-known Farming Connect figures have scooped some of this year’s most prestigious farming awards.
Farming Connect demonstration site farmer Richard Tudor of Llysun,Llanerfyl near Welshpool, was winner of the Beef Farmer of the Year Category in the...
Liver fluke focus for Farming Connect events
Farmers are being warned about a high risk of liver fluke disease this autumn and winter, particularly in western regions of the UK.
The risk of liver fluke is significantly influenced by the weather, particularly wet summers and mild winters...
Strategies to improve winter management
With the majority of ewe sales completed, many farmers will now be focusing on the winter feeding of the flock.
Reducing the burden of feed costs as well as tackling lameness are key strategies being adopted at a Farming...
Diary Marker - Plas Farm Open Day
Looking at ways to reduce the use of antibiotics at lambing time will be one of the key topics being discussed at a Farming Connect Open Day.
Vet Kate Hovers will provide an overview of a project being undertaken at Plas...
Thinking of replenishing your flock this autumn? Remember that quarantine is key to protecting your flock
Thousands of breeding and store sheep will be moved around the UK during the next few months. Many farmers are blind to the potential peril surrounding purchased animals when moved onto their holding, and are often susceptible to buying in...
Getting on top of lameness: a fresh start
Lameness in the national flock has welfare and economic implications. Prevention of disease is always preferable, but management of the condition is essential on effected farms.
The recent warm, wet weather has led to many flocks suffering outbreaks of lameness...
FC - Issue 5
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...
FC - Issue 4
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...
Preparing a winter feed budget
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...