Generally, I assist farmers in getting planning permission for new farm buildings and houses on their land, but occasionally I am asked to help remove an Agricultural Occupation Clause (AOC) from a house on their property. I have recently assisted two ex-farmers do this on two separate properties, that just happen to be in the […]
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How Important is Rumen pH?
Rumen pH is critical for cow health and milk production. Feeding a balanced ration throughout the twenty-four-hour period will keep rumen pH constant. Fibre is one of the main sources for good rumen health, but it is a very complex carbohydrate, and its digestion is totally reliant on source. The amount and rate of digestion […]
Invitation to Scholars to Join University of Reading Research Bid on Regenerative Agriculture
Nick Bardsley at the University of Reading is offering farmers who have adopted regenerative practice to be part of a research project that he is submitting to UK Research and Innovation fund (UKRI). The specific focus is whether or not farmers should be paid for maintaining / increasing soil carbon (under e.g. the proposed ELMS […]
Efficient Use of Slurry
With fertiliser prices rising in excess of 30% compared to last year taking account of slurry and FYM applied to land is even more important to ensure that you do not use more purchase in-organic fertiliser than you need to. This should be coupled with up-to-date soil samples to ensure you target the slurry and […]