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UAVs in Agriculture: Emerging Technologies

Emerging technologies are continuously offering new ways in which drones can be used for smart farming and precision agriculture. The collection of real-time data offers opportunities for farmers to significantly reduce…

UAVs in Agriculture: Rules and Regulations

When operating a drone it is vital that you follow the regulations set out by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). This publication will outline the current rules and regulations that…

Getting started with rotational grazing in the dairy herd

Getting Started with Rotation Grazing for the Dairy Herd Rotational grazing involves using small fields sizes, (or paddocks) to move stock frequently to provide a rest for the grass and…

Emergency Plan for Staff: Field Operations – Personnel

Emergency Plan for Staff: Field Operations – Personnel This template document can be used to record who the key personnel are on the farm – those that ‘normally’ carry out…

Emergency Plan for Staff: Field Operations – Machinery & Equipment

Emergency Plan for Staff: Field Operations – Machinery & Equipment This template document provides information for staff about the machinery & equipment you have on the farm for your current…

Emergency Plan for Staff: Field Operations – Crops

Emergency Plan for Staff: Field Operations – Crops This document is a guide to follow depending on your farm, crops, and stage of production (sowing, planting, spraying, harvest etc.). This…

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Cross Compliance Key Dates

A useful guide to Cross Compliance Key dates

Badgers, Bats and Beavers: Farming with protected wildlife – Practical Guide

Farming and land management can impact on wildlife species that have legal protection, including the places where they live. This practical guide outlines the implications for farmers of this protection for three of the key species. It provides information about the situations where farmers need to be aware of the law and the licensing process that allows activities to be safely carried out without risk of breaking the law.