Fodder beet drives output on Powys farmer's forage-based system
7 November 2018
A Welsh beef producer is maximising output per hectare (ha) by grazing cattle on fodder beet.
Marc Jones, who farms 500 acres at Trefnant Hall on the Powis Estate with his parents, David and Jane...
Farming Connect helps to address catchment specific agri-pollution issues
30 October 2018
A recent Farming Connect focus site event was held by kind permission of the Pilkington family at Shordley Hall, Hope...
Welsh Pasture Project Autumn update 2018
26 October 2018
As we head into the autumn and although grass growth recovered well during September with the welcome spells of heavy rain, unfortunately starting covers...
Good soil husbandry under the spotlight at Farming Connect Master Soils
18 October 2018
Improving the structure, organic matter and nutrient status of soils could help many Welsh farms become more productive amid agricultural support reforms.
During a two-day Farming Connect Master Soils workshop, farmers were advised that they...