Using foliar feeds on maize challenged by soil nutrient deficiencies and drought increased fresh weight yield by 36t/ha (14.6t/acre) at a Welsh livestock farm.
Nigel Bowyer and his family grow 8ha (20 acres) of maize at Ty Coch, Llanbadoc, near...
Farmers know their land better than anyone — but keeping track of the wildlife that visits their farms can be a challenge. Traditional bird surveys require time and specialist knowledge, so a new project is turning to innovative, AI‑powered technology...
16 January 2026
Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Climate Change and Rural Affairs, Huw Irranca-Davies, has congratulated all those nominated for the Lantra Cymru Awards 2025, describing their achievements during the last 12 months as a clear...
Join the specialists from the Farming Connect team as they pull back the curtain on the crucial baseline studies conducted within the Our Farms Network.
In this episode, we dive into the data collection process and the practical application of...
Welcome to a focused discussion on sustainable agriculture and technological integration. We revisit key insights from our recent webinar featuring Jonathan Sandercock of NFU Energy. We'll examine the strategies for navigating the current energy landscape, emphasising practical solutions and analysing...
14 November 2025
Overseeding swards with a multispecies mix post-grazing is significantly more effective than broadcasting on higher covers, according to a study which shows it almost doubles the establishment rate.
Livestock farmer Wil Evans used an electro-broadcaster mounted on...
13 November 2025
Farming Connect is offering work placement opportunities for young individuals seeking paid work experience on commercial Welsh farms for periods of up to 12 weeks. This is an exciting opportunity open to anyone, as a farming background...
04 November 2025
The latest fully funded Animal Health and Welfare training workshop, delivered by local vet practices under the Farming Connect programme will concentrate on disease management through vaccination.
Proactive, science-based vaccination is important in effective cattle disease management...
16 October 2025
Technology can improve a dairy farm’s labour efficiency and reduce cost of production but a Farming Connect study has shown that savings and return on investment won’t always stack up in every business.
Rhodri and Siwan Jones...
