Sustainable Farming – Farming in Designated Landscapes
In this module you will learn about farming in Wales’s designated landscapes (National Parks and National Landscapes, also known as Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs)), mostly farming in a sustainable way that benefits people, landscape and nature.
Wales Master Slurry
Farming Connect is looking for farmers and contractors who want to master their on-farm nutrient storage and management practices ahead of the new water regulations, becoming muck management-ambassadors for the rest of the industry in Wales.
Master slurry is...
Conservation Grazing
This course is a 1 to 2 days training course dependent upon the provider. A certificate of training will be awarded following completion.
Please note the course content will alter slightly dependent upon provider.
Developed with Welsh environmental organisations. This...
College Farm
College Farm, Trefecca, Brecon
Focus Site Project: Iceberg Diseases in Sheep
Project aim:
The main aim of this project is to fully understand the true health status of the flock at College Farm; identify the level of these diseases in...
Grazing Systems
In this course you will learn about the importance of a good grazing system and about the most common types in use in Wales. The benefits and drawbacks of each grazing approach will be discussed.
Brush cutter and trimmers
The expected duration for the course is two days, however please note this may vary according to factors such as level of experience, modules or attachments selected, or the ratio of instructors to learners.
This is an integrated training and...
Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Pesticides (PA1) & Safe Application of Pesticides operating a Broadcast Sprayer with Air Assistance (PA3a)
PA1 = This qualification meets the legal requirements of the Control of Pesticides Regulations and lets you work unsupervised in the industry. To achieve this qualification, you'll show your knowledge of the Approved Code of Practice for Plant Protection Products...
Embracing Change
Overview: Change is uncomfortable though some find it easier to accept than others. Attendees will experience why we naturally resist change and how to recognise their own default response.
Aims: The course introduces coaching models to encourage a positive...
Invasive Species
This module will help you identify invasive and injurious species and outline your legislative responsibilities in relation to them. The module will also discuss the threats posed by invasive and injurious species and actions you can take to manage them.