Wales has the fundamentals to develop a thriving horticulture industry, if it can meet the challenges of adding value to locally grown produce.
Despite having many natural attributes which favor the sector, just 0.08% of all the agricultural land in Wales is currently...
Below is the first issue of Farming Connect’s new technical publication for farmers and foresters in Wales.
Published bi-monthly, it will include easy to digest facts and figures about a range of technical matters, along with the latest information and...
As ewes approach lambing, their nutritional demands should be met by tailored rations based on analysed forages.
To ensure rations are targeted specifically for ewes in late pregnancy, farmers are being encouraged to have their forages analysed, especially baled...
Increasingly, the value of natural capital is being incorporated into value assessments of land management production systems to quantify the benefits derived. This approach can allow features such as carbon storage potential to be recognised and valued.
Main Objectives
This on farm event hosted by Trevithel Court farm looked at whether investing in GPS technology would provide farmers...
This Agronomy course is offered through Coleg Sir Gar and accredited through Agored aims to cover the establishment and management of a range of crops grown in Wales.
It is taught to Level 4 standard, equivalent to the first year...
Integrated pest management (IPM) is a tool to control the damage and competition caused by pests, weeds and diseases. In this module you will learn the key principles of IPM and understand how they can be implemented by a horticultural...
