Skills and Training

This module addresses the need for infrastructure management, current legislation, storage and handling and the impacts of rainwater.

In this module you will learn about growing your own sources of protein for livestock feed, therefore reducing your reliance on imported protein. Protein is the single biggest cost for livestock feed. It is mostly imported and mixed into feed...

Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) is growing method where the parameters and conditions for growth are controlled which increases efficiency.

The aim of this module is to improve your understanding of the fundamentals of woodland management. There are many aspects to consider when it comes to effectively managing existing woodland for both productivity and environmental and social benefits. Understanding these...

A 1-day integrated training and assessment course. A certificate will be awarded upon successful completion.

Controlling grey squirrels is a key job in many agricultural and forestry businesses but ensuring the management of grey squirrel problems is both humane and effective...

This course will give an overview of the future direction of agriculture in Wales based on aims relating to sustainable farming and the Sustainable Land Management framework. It will aim to introduce the 5 core themes that make up the...

Typically a 1 day training course and computerised assessment. A certificate will be issued upon successful completion.

PA1 = This qualification meets the legal requirements of the Control of Pesticides Regulations and lets you work unsupervised in the industry. To...

This course is an introduction to nutrient management planning on improved land and the elements included in a nutritional management plan. At the end of this module, you should be able to understand the importance of a nutrient management plan...

This is a 1 day training course with a certificate issued following completion.

This training is aimed at anyone who wishes to develop their skills in controlling rabbits and moles using physical methods either commercially or as an interest. The...

Ammonia (NH3) from agricultural activities has become a public health concern, it causes acidification of soil and water that can harm terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems and directly damage ammonia sensitive plants and be toxic to fish. NH3 is produced from...