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Young leaders make case for actions to safeguard Welsh agriculture
A group of future young leaders in Welsh agriculture have launched a video setting out their case for policies that could shape a strong farming industry in Wales post-Brexit.
The video message to policy makers, outlining key priorities, was...
Farming Connect Demonstration site farmer, Richard Roderick wins the prestigious John Gittins Memorial Award at the RWAS Winter Fair
One of the most prestigious prizes in Welsh agriculture, The John Gittins Memorial Award for outstanding contributions to the Welsh sheep industry, has been won this year by Mr Richard Roderick. Mr Roderick, his wife Helen and their family...
Forestry scheme secures sustainable future for Welsh hill farm
A Welsh hill farm has secured a sustainable future by planting 120 acres of forestry through the Woodland Creation Scheme, a move that guarantees a long-term income for the business and makes better use of marginal land.
The Lydiate family...
Award for Agri-Academy student’s ‘exceptional’ farm action plan
One sheep farmer’s vision for shaping the future of a traditional family farm has earned him a Farming Connect Agri-Academy award at the 2017 Royal Welsh Winter Fair.
Huw Jones and his fellow 2017 Farming Connect Agri-Academy Business & Innovation Programme...