Tyres and compaction: Cumbria

An in-depth look at wheels, loads, tyre pressures, tyre selection, variable pressure and compaction will be explored during the meeting along with a practical demonstration of the importance of tyre pressures using a weigh cell.

As well as looking at the impact of tyres and compaction in an arable setting, we will be joined by grassland expert Charlie Morgan.

Programme

10:00	Registration with refreshments
10:30	Welcome and Introduction Michelle Nuttall, AHDB and Nicola Renison, AHDB
10:45	Farming System Overview Harry Henderson, AHDB - Assessing soil condition and soils ability to support machine weight - Making best use of power - Choosing tracks or wheels - Tyre inflation systems; an economic case? - Headland management
11:30	Workshops - Harry Henderson – Compaction Management Arable - Charlie Morgan – Compaction Management Grassland - Tyre Manufacturer - Tyres, design, appropriate use for the job and ballasting for the job.
13:00	Lunch
13:45	Close

For more information relating to Cereals and Oilseeds contact Michelle Nuttall:

E: Michelle.Nuttall@ahdb.org.uk / M: 07778 143404 / @Cereals_NW_NI

For more information relating to Beef and Lamb contact Nicola Renison:

E: Nicola.Renison@ahdb.org.uk / M: 07990 441679 / @NRenison

Topics:

Cereals & Oilseeds Farm Excellence Monitor Farms

Sectors:

Cereals & Oilseeds

If you have any questions about this event, please contact us using the details below.

E Michelle.nuttall@ahdb.org.uk

T 07778 143404

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