26 February 2026
Genomically testing crossbred heifers and first lactation cows has identified a big range in fertility and milk solids potential at a Welsh dairy farm, arming the business with valuable data on its split-block calving herd.
The Edwards...
Fourth-generation farmer Dylan Jones is clear that sustainability and productivity do not have to be in conflict. At Castellior, his beef enterprise on Anglesey, Dylan has proved that intensive stocking within a sustainable system can dramatically increase output while cutting...
16 February 2026
Ynyr Pugh is a dedicated and focused farmer from Mid Wales who was recognised this past January as the well deserving recipient of the 2025 Brynle Williams Memorial Award.
Raised in a close-knit agricultural community, Ynyr’s enthusiasm...
10 February 2026
Maternal gains achieved through performance recording are enabling a Welsh college farm to lamb its multiple-bearing ewes outdoors on land ranging from 1000 - 1300 feet.
College Cambria Llysfasi near Ruthin grazes its 120-head flock of pure...
Using foliar feeds on maize challenged by soil nutrient deficiencies and drought increased fresh weight yield by 36t/ha (14.6t/acre) at a Welsh livestock farm.
Nigel Bowyer and his family grow 8ha (20 acres) of maize at Ty Coch, Llanbadoc, near...
Listen to find out why more and more farmers are planting trees for the sake of their stock, their soil, and their bottom line.
Agroforestry is one of the most exciting and fast‑growing areas of sustainable farming, and in this...
Farmers know their land better than anyone — but keeping track of the wildlife that visits their farms can be a challenge. Traditional bird surveys require time and specialist knowledge, so a new project is turning to innovative, AI‑powered technology...
22 January 2025
High quality red and white clover silages have allowed a Welsh sheep farm to shave £1.85/head from the purchased feed bill of twin-bearing ewes.
Concentrate feed was one of the biggest input expenditures at Awel y Grug...
16 January 2026
Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Climate Change and Rural Affairs, Huw Irranca-Davies, has congratulated all those nominated for the Lantra Cymru Awards 2025, describing their achievements during the last 12 months as a clear...
Welcome to another chance to catch up on a Farming Connect webinar recorded in November 2025. In this episode, we’re joined by Ian Jones, MRCVS, Director of Hafren Veterinary Group, for an important update on Avian Influenza and practical biosecurity...
