Dr William Stiles: IBERS, Aberystwyth University.

• Lupins are high protein, high energy, nitrogen-fixing grain legumes.
• As a crop, lupins offer an alternative to imported soya as a UK-grown vegetable protein source which can be used as part of fish and...

Dr William Stiles: IBERS, Aberystwyth University.

• The potential for flood events is increased by current agricultural management practices and climate change.
• Planting trees and hedgerows can significantly increase water infiltration rate into soil and storage thereafter.
• This reduces the...

With the majority of ewe sales completed, many farmers will now be focusing on the winter feeding of the flock.

Reducing the burden of feed costs as well as tackling lameness are key strategies being adopted at a Farming...

Below is the 5th issue of Farming Connect’s technical publication for farmers and foresters in Wales.

Published bi-monthly, it includes easy to digest facts and figures about a range of technical matters, along with the latest information and research from...

Below is the 4th issue of Farming Connect’s technical publication for farmers and foresters in Wales.

Published bi-monthly, it includes easy to digest facts and figures about a range of technical matters, along with the latest information and research from...

A series of cross-sector farms located throughout Wales, selected by Farming Connect, have been measuring and monitoring grass growth for the Welsh Pasture Project.

Technical data from each participating farm can be found on the Farming Connect website, which should help...

Dr Ruth Wonfor: IBERS, Prifysgol Aberystwyth

Take home messages:

• Make sure you prepare a feed budget early for the winter months to ensure maximum profitability over the period. 
• Don’t underestimate the nutritional requirements of your herd, make sure your livestock...

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Farmers are invited to find out more about different management options for their livestock this winter during an open event at one of Farming Connect’s demonstration farms.

The event will highlight the farming system at Rhiwgriafol, Talywern, Machynlleth...