Skills and Training

Bluetongue has recently (September 2024) entered the UK via midges blown over the English Channel. In this course we introduce Bluetongue and cover clinical signs, diagnosis, treatment, prevention and control.

This course will give an overview of the use of circular economy techniques in Welsh land management towards improving sustainability, resource efficiency, environmental impacts and long term economics of the industry.

Net Zero is one of many terms used regarding carbon emissions. As we approach the UK target year, discussion on the subject will only increase.

This module outlines what Net Zero is, explains some key terms and principles, and gives...

Typically a 1 day training course and assessment dependent upon experience. A certificate will be issued following successful completion.

Sit-in all-terrain vehicles (ATVs, also known as Quad Bikes or Quadbikes) are incredibly versatile machines, making them popular, and vital tools...

This online postgraduate module runs for 3 months, starting in May. Participants should either hold a first degree or have at least 2 years relevant experience in agriculture. The course can be taken as stand alone CPD or can be...

Genomics is the study of an organism’s entire genome and encompasses the genome’s structure, functions, evolution and mapping. Genomic approaches can be used to improve many factors, including the sustainability and productivity of a flock, herd or crop through strategic...

Lighting, milling, and grain drying contribute the most to energy consumption on Beef & Sheep farms. 
A significant amount of diesel is also used for heating equipment and farm vehicles. 
This module focuses on these main energy-using processes and provides...

Horticulturists typically grow crops in a greenhouse or polytunnel, where the following factors can be regulated:    

• Temperature
• Humidity 
• Light 
• Carbon dioxide

When controlled to an optimal level, these conditions maximise the plant yield per unit of energy consumed...

This is a 1 day training course with a certificate awarded following completion.

This training course is for you if you currently work in the agriculture or horticulture sector,  have an understanding   of   the sector or  would like...

This course is a 3-hour training workshop and a certificate of attendance will be issued on completion of the workshop. Workshops are delivered by local vet practices pan Wales. 

Workshop attendees will understand all the stakeholders who want farms to...