Skills and Training

Gastrointestinal nematode (roundworm) infestation is the most important infection limiting sheep production in the UK. Learn about diagnosis and treatment in this course.

In this course we will look at:

Existing building-related issues on livestock management, health, and performance, assessment of existing buildings in an objective manner, consideration of existing building against design guides and prioritising potential improvements based on available time and money.

This course takes participants through the key characteristics of most of the plant-based farm habitats which are mentioned in the Sustainable Farming Scheme proposals, and provides information on how to do a quick survey to identify habitat types. By the...

Agroforestry includes both the integration of trees on farmland and the use of agricultural crops and livestock in woodlands. Intensive arable and livestock systems can produce high yields per unit area and labour, but they can also have negative environmental...

Rodents are a persistent pest problem in UK industry and agriculture, causing significant issues such as disease transmission, food loss and contamination, structural and infrastructure damage, business disruption, and reputational harm. Additionally, their control and its methods are a legal...

All animals carry parasites which have evolved to live either internally or externally on specific species. Some of the parasites are benign, while others are pathological. All poultry keepers should ensure that parasites are kept to a minimum as the...

African Swine Fever (ASF) is widely regarded as one of the most serious and damaging diseases affecting pigs. It is caused by an Arborvirus and has at least 22 distinct genotypes; pathogenesis varies between these genotypes. The virus is completely...

Renewable heat is the production of heat from technologies that are considered renewable. Renewable energy is energy from a source that is not depleted when used, such as wind or solar power. A feasibility study will determine which technology is...

Succession is an important issue on a family farm and needs to be considered at an early stage to ensure the maximum options are available to the family. Our industry needs young people to ensure a successful future and we...

Net Zero is one of many terms used regarding carbon emissions. As we approach the UK target year, discussion on the subject will only increase.

This module outlines what Net Zero is, explains some key terms and principles, and gives...