Event
Grassland Weed Challenge: Strategies for Success (Login)
Join Farming Connect for an on-farm event at Frowen Farm to discuss effective grassland weed management strategies with 2025 shortlisted national agronomist of the year Daniel Lievesley (DJL Agriculture).
The event will explore practical techniques and long-term solutions to ensure healthy and productive leys. It will cover:
- The importance of assessing grassland weeds, identifying key species, and determining the need for intervention;
- The strategic use of herbicides, emphasising the crucial role of timing for optimal effectiveness and minimal impact and also the potential of new clover-safe sprays;
- The benefits and timing of alternative weed control methods;
- The crucial management changes needed to prevent weed recurrence and the underlying factors influencing weed growth.
Yeo Valley Organic Garden Festival
18th September 2025 – 20th September 2025
The first Yeo Valley Organic Garden Festival will feature an array of speakers, hands-on workshops and demonstrations focused on supporting nature in our outdoor spaces.