Dung, drugs and disease: the interaction between dung beetles and farming
18 March 2021
Dr David Cutress: IBERS, Aberystwyth University.
- Dung beetles are nature's bin men, removing waste and supporting its further breakdown
- Manure can be a key source of food for dung beetles, however, farm grazing and animal...
An update on unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in agriculture
15 March 2021
Dr David Cutress: IBERS, Aberystwyth University.
- UAV development and the market for use is continuing to grow
- New regulations and legislations have been put in place which in many instances could facilitate easier use of...
Farmers say on-farm biodiversity goes ‘hand in hand’ with food production
25 February 2021
Welsh farmers are best placed to identify important on-farm habitats and historical features that will form part of future environmental support schemes, according to an agri-environment expert.
Farming and Wildlife Advisory Group (FWAG) Cymru director Dr...
WEBINAR: Welsh Government Consultation – The Agriculture in Wales White Paper – What does it include - 10/02/2021
Farming Connect and James Owen, Welsh Government give a presentation on the Agriculture in Wales White Paper.
The Agriculture in Wales White Paper sets out the plans for what may be the biggest change in agriculture policy in decades. Welsh Government...
Strategies and technologies to improve farm health and safety
25 January 2021
Dr David Cutress: IBERS, Aberystwyth University.
- The agricultural sector is statistically one of the most dangerous industries globally but there are several possible tools, guides and schemes which could help farmers
- Farmers mindsets surrounding farm...
FC - Issue 31 - January/February 2021
Below is the 31st 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 our...
Episode 34 - Business planning and the future of farming with Euryn Jones
Farmers are facing major change over the next few years. In this podcast, Euryn Jones, HSBC's Deputy Head of Agriculture and Chair of Farming Connect’s Strategic Advisory Board, shares his vision and advice on how to prepare your farming business...
WEBINAR: Glastir small grants - opportunities for farm businesses - 12/01/2021
A webinar to discover economic and environmental opportunities for farm businesses. Prof Davy MacCracken SRUC and Geraint Jones, Technical Forestry Officer for Farming Connect provides information on:
- Glastir small grants option
- The multi benefits and gains when implementing Glastir options into...