This module will cover the main pests and diseases that affect trees in Wales. How to identify them, how to treat or manage them and how to protect trees from these threats using biosecurity measures.

Management and availability of natural and semi-natural areas are vital for maintaining and improving biodiversity levels across Wales. High biodiversity levels are associated with a range of ecosystem services, including reducing emissions, pollination and managing pests and diseases, to name...

Main Objectives

• To become a more efficient business and investigate options for the farm.
• To rear all own cattle replacements and calve heifers at two years old.
• To improve grass growth...

A 2 day training course with an independent assessment and a certificate upon successful completion.

Using a chainsaw is a potentially hazardous activity. Working on windblown trees with such a tool is no exception. This course will help you develop...

Project aims:

• To demonstrate the process of converting a set stocking beef and sheep farm to a rotational grazing system and...

Pests and diseases can be a big problem in horticulture. Anything that is damaging your crops, or impacting the nutrients or light available, can impact your levels of production and ultimately your yields and profits. Understanding how to recognise certain...

This dashboard outlines business key activity undertaken across the Farming Connect programme between August – October 2023

This module aims to introduce you to concepts relating to soil health, particularly the processes and management considerations relating to maintaining soil health and avoiding soil erosion and damage. It will also introduce you to the wider importance of soils...

Project aims:

The aim of this project is to introduce new grass varieties, legume and...