Optimising herbal rich leys in arable and livestock systems: Northallerton

Soil health is at the core of a sustainable production system, so find out how to utilise your grass better with the introduction of herbal rich leys in an arable rotation and livestock system. A healthy soil can dramatically improve productivity, which ultimately can improve your environmental performance. Hear from industry experts including speakers from the Catchment Sensitive Farming (CSF) project and independent consultant Dr Liz Genever, to discover ways in which you can make small changes for big results.

Agenda

10:00     Registration with refreshments

10:30     Welcome and introduction: AHDB KE Manager and Catchment Sensitive Farming

10:45     Utilising grass and herbal leys in an arable rotation: Dr Liz Genever

11:30     Exploring the benefits within the arable rotation

12:00     What is available and why? Cotswold grass seeds

12:25     Discussion with the speakers and Q & A

12:45     Lunch then depart                                                              

Book your place online, email KE.events@ahdb.org.uk or call 01904 771218. Please specify any dietary requirements. Attendees must be over 16 years of age.