News and Events
Welsh dairy farmers hope to unlock the market potential of omega-3 in milk
20 December 2018
Data gathered during a two-year trial involving multiple dairy farms in south west Wales could help grass-based producers harness a market advantage from higher levels of beneficial fatty acids in certain types of milk.
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Farmer and butcher extraordinaire – fourth generation young farmer is determined to maintain the family tradition of breeding exceptional stock and providing exceptional produce
20 December 2018
Despite worries about a ‘no deal or bad deal’ Brexit for both householders and businesses alike, homes throughout Cardiff have been gearing up to celebrate Christmas and the New Year with top quality Welsh produce...
SDCT cuts antibiotic use by a third at Wrexham dairy farm
19 December 2018
A switch from blanket antibiotic treatment at drying off to targeting only cows that need it has cut antibiotic use at a Welsh dairy farm by more than a third.
Drying off has traditionally involved...
Responsible use will help Welsh dairy farmers meet targets on antibiotics
18 December 2018
Welsh dairy farmers face an uncertain future if they ignore warnings of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in their herds.
With growing consumer concern about antibiotics in agriculture and the resulting political pressure to restrict their use...
Helping safeguard the future of tenant farmers in Wales – Farming Connect supports the sector with ‘Tenant farmer forums’
17 December 2018
Knowing what you, as a tenant farmer, are entitled to as well as your obligations to your landlord, is essential for making sure your livelihood is protected as much as possible.
This will be one...
Welsh Pasture Project Review 2018
17 December 2018
What can only be described as a rollercoaster of a year, 2018 proved to be one of the most challenging seasons in living memory with farmers and livestock being pushed to the extremes of grassland management...