Events
Sheep Nutrition Workshop – Dumfries
Time: 10:00 am
Sheep nutrition underpins every aspect of flock performance – from ewe health and lamb survival to growth rates and feed costs. Yet many feeding decisions are made using averages, assumptions,…
Nutrient Management & IPM Workshop – Brackla
Time: 10:30 am
The session will start with a farm walk to explore the use of green manures and the practical utilisation of chicken manure and farmyard manure (FYM), offering real-world examples of effective nutrient recycling and soil-building practices.
Common Grazing: Smarter Management & Financial Know-How – Applecross Part 1
Time: 6:30 pm
Are you a Clerk, Treasurer, Common Grazing Committee member, or a shareholder in a Common? Then don’t miss this practical evening session designed to help you manage your Common Grazing with confidence and clarity.
Western Isles WIA – New Castration & Tail Docking Techniques
Time: 12:00 pm
A potential game changer for sheep on the common and hill? It’s very tricky to castrate and tail lambs within 7 days, unless lambs are born inbye. Could two new techniques,…
Responding to Extremes: Stirling Forage & Disease Management
Time: 10:30 am
Join us as we examine how changing weather patterns are impacting Scottish farming. From spring droughts to periods of flooding, these conditions influence how farms are managed. This event will…
Islay WIA: Making the Most of your Animal Health Decisions
Time: 11:30 am
A game changer for sheep on the West Coast? Join us at the Oyster Shed, Islay on 27th January to hear more. It’s very tricky to castrate and tail lambs…
Integrating Trees Network – Shelterbelts and Shelter Woodlands: Discussing Practical Examples and Benefits.
Time: 7:00 pmJoin ITN to discuss the benefits trees can provide to your livestock and crops and the practical steps you can take to achieve them. Steven Elton, Woodland Officer, Scottish Forestry…
Responding to Extremes: Inverness Managing Changing Weather
Time: 12:30 pm
Join us as we examine how changing weather patterns are impacting Scottish farming, from spring droughts to periods of flooding, and what this means for day-to-day farm management. This event…
Common Grazing: Smarter Management & Financial Know-How – Applecross Part 2
Time: 6:30 pm
Join us for part 2 of these informative, informal and enjoyable meetings. Held over two evenings, we will look at the responsibilities of hard-working committee members and different financial scenarios, so you can keep your Common Grazing running smoothly.
Crofting Discussion Group – Uist
Time: 7:00 pm
Join us for our Uist Crofting Discussion Group meetings. With lots going on in our sector, local discussion groups are a great way to come together to share experience and…
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