26 October 2023

Securing a much sought after place on the Farming Connect Agri Academy has not only broadened Lea Williams’ knowledge and outlook of agriculture but unexpectedly landed her a new job.

Lea, who grew up on a...

23 October 2023

Diversifying into a non-farming business venture is now commonplace as Welsh farmers look to secure their financial future, with many tapping into Farming Connect resources for support, guidance and knowledge ahead of establishing those alternative income...

19 October 2023

The suitability of Welsh hill farms for growing productive crops of tea is being investigated in a detailed study underway in Powys.

Mandy Lloyd spotted an opportunity to use land on Cleobury Farm at Heyope, Knighton...

16 October 2023

A Welsh sheep farm is hoping to increase resilience in its lamb finishing system by growing drought-tolerant lucerne.

The deep-rooted nitrogen-fixing crop with its high protein content has the potential to be the ideal feed for...

David Selwyn- Landsker is joined by two individuals who have set up novel businesses on farm. Rhys Jones is the founder of a thriving fitness business, Cattle Strength, which delivers a personalised and premium approach to personal training which is...

11 October 2023

Ram buying season is now in full swing. Rams are predominantly selected on appearance, with buyers prioritising physical soundness as well as breed type when selecting their rams, with the objective of these physical attributes passing...

10 October 2023

A field-scale trial in Wales involving growing different cover crops under winter brassicas could help farmers identify which types best protect soils from run-off.

Winter brassica crops are an increasingly popular option for livestock producers seeking...