Skills and Training

Continuous Cover Forestry (CCF) avoids clearfelling and creates sustainable diverse forests which reduces risks posed by climate change and biotic threats.

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...

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...

This module will provide an overview of poultry biosecurity measures and how biosecurity can improve overall flock health and productivity. It limits the spread of disease both on and off your premises, cuts the costs associated with disease treatment and...

In this advance level masterclass, farmers will have the opportunity to gain an understanding of key parasites of sheep and develop an understanding of the effects of these parasites on the animal and flock, together with any statutory obligations. Advice...

This training course has been developed to help you understand how to operate a 360 degree tracked excavator safely.

The amount of instruction you will require will depend largely upon your previous experience and sessions will be adapted to meet...

This is a 1 day training course with assessment and a certificate is awarded upon successful completion.

This qualification is for those people who are aspiring to or are presently working at a supervisory or management level and wish to...

This course is a 1  day training course. A certificate of training will be issued following completion.

This course is aimed at anyone employed in planting and establishing woodlands

The Lantra Planting and Establishing Woodlands course overs all aspects of...

Overview:   This one-day course is designed for individuals who make up a small core team or family and builds on the individuals’ strengths to create a team synergy. The course combines trainer led discussions, theory, and group exercises. The...

Piglet mortality rates in Wales can be as much as 20%, with half of these deaths occurring within the first 3 days of life. This module will help you identify and reduce known risks in order to minimise piglet mortality...