Skills and Training

There are many problems that can occur during lambing, in this course we will look at some of the common problems of birthing and prolapses. 

This module gives an introduction on the importance of pollinators and how simple actions within grass-based livestock farming can provide forage for bees and other insect pollinators.

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...

This module takes you through bracken as a habitat; when it has high nature value and when it doesn’t; control methods; and some uses for bracken and bracken-covered land. At the end of the module you should have a better...

Management and availability of natural and semi-natural areas are vital for maintaining and improving biodiversity levels across Wales. High biodiversity levels are associated with a range of ecosystem services, including reducing emissions, pollination and managing pests and diseases, to name...

This is a half day training course with a certificate issued upon successful completion.

The course will cover the following points: What is Biosecurity? Equipment required for maintenance of biosecurity; How to obtain the required equipment; Reasons for biosecurity and site...

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

Sit-in all-terrain vehicles (ATVs, also known as Quad Bikes or Quadbikes) are incredibly versatile machines, making them popular, and vital tools...

A2 Certificate of Competency Online

CAA Certificated (https://www.caa.co.uk/) 

*If the student owns their own drone they will also be expected to register as a UAS Operator and pay £10 for an Operator ID.

The A2 CofC course is...

This will be a two - day practical course for all ability levels. 

For wool - handlers of all experience levels. 

• Health & Safety 

• Wool terminology

• Practical Training in wool - handling

• Packing (or pressing) and stitching woolsacks 

• Preparation guidelines for Full...

This module describes how to determine practical targets for the optimum fertility of beef cattle herds.