FCTV - Business - 01/06/2022
In this episode we will hear more about how a mixed farm has built resilience into its business, and we will join an event at Cefn Llan farm, discussing the important of grass in a livestock system. Later, we will...
News and Events
Lockdown horticulture project blossoms into successful PYO venture
25 May 2022
What started as a family lockdown project for a Denbighshire couple, to nurture an interest in growing among their three young children, has developed into a successful pick-your-own (PYO) venture with sales of flowers, fruit and...
FC - Issue 39 - May/June 2022
Below is the 39th 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...
Episode 63 – Moor Farm: a constant drive for efficiency
Andrew Rees of Moor Farm, near Haverfordwest, places a huge emphasis on efficiency within the business. Between 2016 and 2019, the farm was one of Farming Connect’s Demonstration Sites where he undertook a trial into the benefits of multispecies leys...
Performance… growth… productivity… are your livestock achieving optimum results? - 20/05/2022
Animal health issues affect not only your stock, but profitability, too. Attending a fully-funded animal health workshop will help you ensure your livestock achieve optimum results.
Surgeries - Understanding your Rural Payment Wales Online Account (RPW) - 19/05/2022
One to One sessions with Farm Liaison Service officer to help you understand and provide guidance on accessing your Rural Payment Wales online account.
Farm Business Diversification – A Research Perspective
19 May 2022
Dr David Cutress: IBERS, Aberystwyth University.
- Agricultural diversification is a complex situation to assess with different effects regionally and globally
- Diversification can play significant roles in the financial stability of farm businesses with larger farms...
New Farming Connect workshop will focus on parasite control in cattle – is it time to change your management practices?
19 May 2022
Do you want to enhance herd health and improve the performance and productivity of your beef or dairy herd? Are you aware of the clinical signs that indicate parasites are an issue, and how to prevent...
Pick-your-own pumpkins project shows major income potential for growers
18 May 2022
A fruit and vegetable grower who generated pick-your-own (PYO) pumpkin sales of £7,500 from 0.5 acres of land says admission fees, catering and other sales and attractions could take the income potential for farmers as high...