Resource: Farmer experience
Trees, water and farming – improving water quality
A short video highlighting how trees have been used in the uplands of Cumbria to manage water drainage and quality and prevent soil erosion.
Read more »Simply Sustainable Soils
LEAF’s soil assessment tool to help you improve the soil on your farm and long-term sustainability of your land using ‘Six Simple Steps.’
Read more »Beetles you can bank on
An organic grower’s practical tips and insight into the creation, maintenance and benefits of beetle banks.
Read more »Forage Legumes: Difficult for Farmers to resist?
Video highlighting the benefits of growing and combining legume species and potential effects on your farm soil, livestock, and finances.
Read more »Proposed Hedgerow Manifesto for Monmouthshire
Practical guidance on planting, maintaining and restoring hedges to help benefit crop yields, soil, pollinators, and wildlife on your farm.
Read more »Managing soil biota to deliver ecosystem services: Summary document
Research identifying ways your farming practices can enhance the diversity, abundance and function of soil organisms.
Read more »Nutrient Wise Demos
Farmer focused guidance on managing nutrients on your farm, with information on trials run through the Nutrient Wise project.
Read more »Management for bumblebees
Bumblebees in the UK; their importance, their requirements, and how farmers can help bring back the bumblebee.
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