Episode 38 - How a Welsh dairy farmer saved £25,000 a year by tackling foot health
Research suggests that approximately 1 in 3 cows in Wales is lame at any one time. Lameness can have a huge impact, not only on animal welfare, but also on the productivity of the business. In this episode, we meet...
An update on unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in agriculture
15 March 2021
Dr David Cutress: IBERS, Aberystwyth University.
- UAV development and the market for use is continuing to grow
- New regulations and legislations have been put in place which in many instances could facilitate easier use of...
Episode 37 – Reducing reliance on wormers through more targeted treatments
In this episode, we discuss strategies to reduce wormer use in ewes with the well-respected sheep consultant, Lesley Stubbings and Technion’s European Operations Manager, Eurion Thomas. As a part of a EIP project, they’ve been working with a group of...
Nutrient Management Plan guides upland farm to big gains in grass growth
26 February 2021
Grass yield at a Powys upland farm has significantly increased since steps were taken to improve soil health after a Farming Connect Nutrient Management Plan (NMP) highlighted deficiencies.
Fourth generation farmer, Alun Davis, runs a closed...
The complexities of reducing on-farm greenhouse gas emissions – making farming even more efficient
26 February 2021
Dr Cate Williams: IBERS, Aberystwyth University.
- Reducing the C footprint of agriculture is imperative but also highly complex, with reductions in one area often causing a rise in another.
- A reduction in concentrate feed helps to...
WEBINAR: Dairy sheep farming - a new approach in Wales - 23/02/2021
Speakers: Ian MacDonald, New Zealand sheep producer and James Holloway, agriculture consultant.
Farming Connect will be looking at the feasibility of establishing a dairy sheep industry in Wales. This is a recent task Welsh Government have commissioned MaB to undertake...
WEBINAR: Sustainable Farming and the Sustainable Production Grant - 17/02/2021
Discover how to improve the economic and environmental performance of your business
Start the Sustainable Production Grant application process.
Further information on the substantial level of services and support available for you.
The Welsh Government’s Sustainable Production Grant (SPG) can...