Skills and Training

This module will explore key diversification strategies for use in horticulture that specifically support biodiversity.

Well-managed grass provides a cost-effective, high-quality feed for sheep and cattle. With farms expected to implement sustainable farming practices to achieve sustainable outputs, good grassland management can play a vital role in helping to maximise feed quality and to improve...

Ammonia (NH3) from agricultural activities has become a public health concern, it causes acidification of soil and water that can harm terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems and directly damage ammonia sensitive plants and be toxic to fish. NH3 is produced from...

Poultry production is a growing sector of agriculture in the UK, due to the increasing demand for poultry meat and egg products. Poultry manure is a by-product of this production and is rich in nutrients, which can provide a major...

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...

Would you like to improve your soil management? Increase your forage production or reduce your fertiliser usage?

The workshop will focus on:

• understanding key soil fertility
• understanding soil types and structure
• be able to complete a field assessment on...

Water is essential to agriculture production. In addition water is managed to supplement production with its uses comprising irrigation, spraying, drinking for livestock, and washing (vegetables, livestock buildings). In the UK water for agriculture is obtained either directly from rain...

Looking at ways to provide upland farmers with an alternative source of income from land that is otherwise limited in its farming options.

This module sets out the many ways in which the new and existing woods and trees provide multiple benefits to both the farm business and farm environment.

Master Herbal is a one-day course that will equip participants with the knowledge needed to successfully establish and manage herbal leys for the benefit of livestock, soil health and the environment and be able to:

Discuss the benefits of herbal...