Rotation

Somerset: More from less - making the most of your soils

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:23:30 GMT

Join Terrafarmer and LEAF farmers Rob Addicott and Jeremy Padfield for a practical on‑farm event digging deep into soil biology.

We'll assess the opportunities and potential cost saving and efficiency improvements in the latest biological fertiliser technologies.

Agenda

10.30am Arrival and refreshments

11:00am Stratton Farms background and introduction

Rob and Jeremy will outline their ~1800-acre mixed farm partnership with a focus on their 440 acres of permanent pasture, red clover and herb legume leys. Rob and Jeremy are advocates of regular testing of nutrients and organic matter in order understand their soils and to help make their businesses more resilient and sustainable.

11.30am Terrafarmer soil biology and Stratton Farms analysis results

Terrafarmer will present the farm’s recent soil analysis results and outline a ‘What next?’ action plan, including:

Identifying opportunities from the soil data
Potential cost savings and efficiency gains from current biological fertiliser technologies
Approaches to nitrogen reduction and nutrient management
Strategies to support soil health improvement and long‑term farm productivity

12:15pm Lunch

12:45pm Farm walk and Q&A

The guided farm walk will provide an opportunity to see practical examples of the systems discussed, including:

Soil structure, biology and nutrient status in different fields
Establishment and performance of herbal leys
Discussion around nutrient cycling, water quality and grazing management
Demonstration of Tow & Fert machinery

2:00pm Event close

This event qualifies for BASIS points.

Cornwall: More from less - making the most of your soils

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 13:31:50 GMT

Join Terrafarmer and renowned Cornish butcher, James Kittow, for a practical on‑farm event digging deep into soil biology.

We will assess the opportunities and potential cost saving and efficiency improvements in the latest biological fertiliser technologies.

Agenda

10.30 – Arrival and refreshments

11:00 – Kilhallon Farm background and introduction

James Kittow will outline his 130‑acre suckler enterprise and butchery. He will discuss the farm’s current focus on improving productivity on a low input grass-fed system including bale grazing, herbal leys and catch crop kale.

11.30 – Terrafarmer soil biology and Kilhallon Farm analysis results

Terrafarmer will present the farm’s recent soil analysis results and outline a ‘What next?’ action plan, including:

Identifying opportunities from the soil data
Potential cost savings and efficiency gains from current biological fertiliser technologies
Approaches to nitrogen reduction and nutrient management
Strategies to support soil health improvement and long‑term farm productivity

12:15 – Lunch

12:45 – Farm walk and Q&A

The guided farm walk will provide an opportunity to see practical examples of the systems discussed, including:

Soil structure, biology and nutrient status in different fields
Establishment and performance of herbal leys and catch crops
Bale grazing sites and their impact on soil condition
Discussion around nutrient cycling, water quality and grazing management
Demonstration of Tow & Fert machinery

14:00 - Event close

This event qualifies for BASIS points

Grazing for growth: sheep and arable working together

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 13:55:10 GMT

Join us for “Grazing for growth: sheep and arable working together” at Bryce Mackellar’s farm in Stafford.

This practical, farmer-focused event will showcase how integrating sheep into arable rotations can boost soil health, improve crop performance, and support ewe nutrition over winter. Through a guided farm walk, expert-led workshops, and plenty of networking, attendees will explore the real-world benefits of grazing cover crops, fodder beet, and early-stage cereals.

Whether you’re an arable farmer looking to enhance sustainability, a sheep farmer seeking better grazing options, or an adviser working in regenerative systems, this event offers valuable insight and collaboration opportunities. Come along to learn, share experiences, and see mixed farming in action.

What the meeting will cover

Benefits of sheep grazing on cover crops and early-stage arable crops
Impacts on tillering, weed control, and crop performance
Soil health improvements from integrating livestock
Nutritional strategies for pregnant ewes grazing stubble turnips/fodder beet
Knowledge exchange between arable and livestock farmers
Practical demonstrations during the farm walk

Speakers

Amanda Bennett – Senior Environment Manager (soil health & nutrient management)
Bek Hirstman – Agronomy & Environment Manager
Nerys Wright – Sheep consultant

Session timings

10:00 – Arrival
10:30 – Housekeeping and introductions
10:45 – Presentations – providing the context
12:00 – Lunch and networking
12:50 – Leave for farm walk
13:00 – Farm walk
15:00 – Close

Are there any points available?

BASIS

Is the event free to attend?

Yes - funded by your levy

Food available & time

Lunch provided at 12:00

Wheat bulb fly risk and how to manage it

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 14:15:24 GMT

Wheat bulb fly risk and how to manage it

Cereal disease management: Your ergot questions answered

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 14:00:31 GMT

Cereal disease management: Your ergot questions answered

Sorting ergot issues in grain at harvest

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 13:21:36 GMT

Sorting ergot issues in grain at harvest

Ergot management guidance for cereals strengthened by review

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 12:58:09 GMT

Ergot management guidance for cereals strengthened by review

Animal feed value of multispecies and clover-based swards

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 09:24:50 GMT

Animal feed value of multispecies and clover-based swards

Forage systems

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 08:35:14 GMT

Forage systems

The role of forage systems in farm management

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 15:51:46 GMT

The role of forage systems in farm management

Integrating livestock and cropping systems

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 15:43:22 GMT

Integrating livestock and cropping systems

The role of forage systems

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 15:38:22 GMT

The role of forage systems

Seasonal management of clover and multispecies swards

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 15:34:53 GMT

Seasonal management of clover and multispecies swards

Timing and frequency of cuts for different species

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 15:26:35 GMT

Timing and frequency of cuts for different species

Storage and preservation of multispecies silage and hay

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 15:20:09 GMT

Storage and preservation of multispecies silage and hay

Cutting and harvesting forage

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 14:54:23 GMT

Cutting and harvesting forage

Nutritional composition of multispecies grass and legume swards

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 14:16:39 GMT

Nutritional composition of multispecies grass and legume swards

Micronutrients and animal health benefits of multispecies swards

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 13:28:24 GMT

Micronutrients and animal health benefits of multispecies swards

Animal health and performance benefits of multispecies swards

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 13:02:06 GMT

Animal health and performance benefits of multispecies swards

Digestibility and palatability of multispecies swards

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 12:08:12 GMT

Digestibility and palatability of multispecies swards