Potential sources of protein for animal feed: Insects
Dr William Stiles: IBERS, Aberystwyth University
- There is a need to develop alternative sources of protein for livestock feed as reliance on existing imported sources may expose the UK to future economic and supply chain insecurities.
- Farming insects could limit...
Living off ten acres events
To find out more about how horticulture can help people create sustainable businesses from small areas of land, join Farming Connect at their ‘Living off ten acres’ roadshows.
From small scale hydroponics systems producing crops such as niche herbs, early...
Sustainable Farming - Reducing Emissions and Improving Sequestration on Farm
This course will look at factors relating to farm emissions and maximising carbon sequestration within sustainable farming and land management practices. Energy efficiency strategies will be discussed as well as energy production via renewable technologies as a way to reduce...
Renewable Energy - Wind Energy Generation
According to UK Government statistics, wind power accounted for 28.8% of the UK’s total grid electricity in 2023. Besides the energy used to build and install wind turbines themselves, the electricity they generate is renewable and carbon free because the...
Identifying Habitats
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...
Energy Efficiency – Horticulture
Horticulturists typically grow crops in a greenhouse or polytunnel, where the following factors can be regulated:
- Temperature
- Humidity
- Light
- Carbon dioxide
When controlled to an optimal level, these conditions maximise the plant yield per unit of energy consumed...
Digital Marketing Planning and Using Digital Tools
A digital marketing plan is important for businesses of all sizes to develop. A digital marketing plan serves as a roadmap to effectively reach and engage target audiences across various digital channels.
This course will show you how to outline...
Energy Efficiency – Poultry Farms
This course will help you understand the role of energy in poultry farming, it will explain the basic principles of energy management, providing a useful foundation to implement changes.