Sheep scab, caused by the mite Psoroptes ovis, leads to major economic losses to the UK flock and impacts sheep welfare. Studies consistently show that sheep on common grazing are at high risk of infection and that proper quarantine of...

Fodder beet is a very high-yielding and energy-dense forage crop, which, if managed well, can produce good growth rates and very high stocking rates at very low cost. Effectively, the crop can increase output while reducing the costs of feeding...

By the end of this module you will be able to identify your management style and understand the importance of developing your leadership skills to enhance your farming business.

Farm work requires a great deal of forethought and planning throughout...

Genomics is the study of an organism’s entire genome and encompasses the genome’s structure, functions, evolution and mapping. Genomic approaches can be used to improve many factors, including the sustainability and productivity of a flock, herd or crop through strategic...

Many farmers have ideas about diversifying but don't pursue them and some ideas are initially unsuccessful when knowledge about their specific business area is not explored fully. Some examples of specific business areas are: Tourism, agri food and retail, such...

Key areas you wish to focus on as a demonstration farmer?

Performance recording of sheep: to increase the efficiency of our business by using technology to determine which animals perform the best in...

Project objectives:

• Maximise dry matter output from productive areas of the hill farm through looking at grass and forage crop options, primarily...