Tackling the Rush Invasion – Isle of Lewis

Do you have a problem with rushes? Are they invading your grazing, and difficult to control?

This event is targeted at crofters who are looking of ways to improve long-term grazing of rush infested land.

The day will cover

• what is needed to address waterlogged, acidic soil; including soil type and analysis
• reseeding
• liming
• drainage
• rush management
• grazing management
• the timing of all these operations.

There will also be discussion on grant options and to look at practical issues in the field.

Speakers:

• Iain Macmillan – SAC Stornoway
• Robert Ramsay – SAC Ayr