Moor Farm
Andrew Rees
Moor Farm, Walwyns Castle, Haverfordwest
Main Objectives
- Improve profitability and business resilience under current market conditions.
- Build a business fit for the future and continue to develop infrastructure, technology and innovation where appropriate returns justify the investment...
Cefn Amwlch
Tudweiliog, Pwllheli, Gwynedd
Focus Site Project: Cost benefit of sexed semen on a spring block calving herd
Aim of the project:
The use of sexed semen on spring block calving, grass based herds has been limited or non-existent since its...
Reduce on Farm Emissions and Maximise Carbon Sequestration October - December 2023
This dashboard outlines business key activity undertaken across the Farming Connect programme between October - December 2023
Upper Pendre
Upper Pendre, Llangorse, Brecon
Focus Site Project: Does Rye have a Role in Wales?
Project aims:
- Evaluate the suitability of rye as a combinable cereal in Welsh growing conditions, how rye fits into a cereal rotation, and its suitability as...
Sustainable Farming: Woodland Management
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...
Llys Dinmael Isaf
Llys Dinmael Isaf, Corwen
Focus Site Project: Evaluating the economics and practicalities of rearing dairy heifers on an upland sheep farm
Key Performance Indicators:
- Target liveweight gain (kg LWG)
- Daily liveweight gain (kg DLWG)
- Heifer rearing cost (£)
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Renewable Energy - Energy Crops
Sustainable biomass production is an important piece in the transition from a fossil fuel-dependent economy to renewables. This module outlines what Net Zero is, explains some key terms and principles, and gives some context to the UK’s Net Zero ambitions.
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)
Antimicrobial resistance or AMR is considered to be one of the greatest global threats to human health. In 2019, AMR infections were directly responsible for 1.27 million global deaths and contributed to 4.95 million. This is projected to rise to...
Intermediate Hoof Trimming (Cattle) – 3 day
The British Cattle Veterinary Association ( BCVA ) together with the Cattle Hoof Care Standards Board (CHCSB) have developed a programme of foot trimming and treatment courses aimed at providing farmers with the most up to date training delivered by...