Innovation and Diversification 2019 - some highlights from the day - 4/10/19
What a day! Here are some highlights from today’s Innovation and Diversification event. What was your highlight?
Potential sources of protein for animal feed: Insects
Dr William Stiles: IBERS, Aberystwyth University
- There is a need to develop alternative sources of protein for livestock feed as reliance on existing imported sources may expose the UK to future economic and supply chain insecurities.
- Farming insects could limit...
Manual Handling
This is a ½ day training course. With a certificate of training awarded following completion.
It is important that manual handling is done correctly to avoid injury. Undertaking this course will give you the practical knowledge you need to understand...
Safe Use of Vet and Med
Course duration can vary please check with your chosen provider - a certificate of competence will be awarded upon completion. This training course will be a mix of both practical and theory elements.
This training course will give you the...
Woodchippers
This is an integrated training and assessment course.
You'll receive a certificate of training once it is completed.
Intended for a person employed in arboriculture, forestry, horticulture, landscaping and grounds maintenance who is or will be required to operate woodchippers...
Understanding your Accounts and Financial Statements
This course is a 1 day training course and a certificate of attendance will be issued on completion of the course.
If you want to improve your skills in understanding, analysing and using your annual accounts, this course is for...
Feed Efficiency
In this course you will learn about feed efficiency in ruminants and poultry, how to measure it, what factors influence it, and what it means for you and your farm in terms of savings and income.