https://ahdb.org.uk:443/topic/crops-grassland/grassland-managementGrassland Managementhttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/knowledge-library/sacrifice-paddocksSacrifice paddocksMon, 09 Nov 2026 09:56:22 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/knowledge-library/sacrifice-paddockshttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/knowledge-library/back-fencing-to-protect-grazed-pastureBack fencing to protect grazed pasture Mon, 09 Nov 2026 09:51:30 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/knowledge-library/back-fencing-to-protect-grazed-pasturehttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/knowledge-library/on-off-grazingOn–off grazingMon, 09 Nov 2026 09:45:21 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/knowledge-library/on-off-grazinghttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/knowledge-library/managing-grazing-on-different-soil-typesManaging grazing on different soil typesFri, 06 Nov 2026 12:19:05 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/knowledge-library/managing-grazing-on-different-soil-typeshttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/knowledge-library/extending-grazing-without-causing-excessive-poachingExtending grazing without causing excessive poachingFri, 06 Nov 2026 12:10:33 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/knowledge-library/extending-grazing-without-causing-excessive-poachinghttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/knowledge-library/managing-grazing-residuals-in-wet-conditionsManaging grazing residuals in wet conditionsFri, 06 Nov 2026 11:38:49 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/knowledge-library/managing-grazing-residuals-in-wet-conditionshttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/knowledge-library/grazing-management-in-wet-conditionsGrazing management in wet conditionsFri, 06 Nov 2026 11:19:23 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/knowledge-library/grazing-management-in-wet-conditionshttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/news/building-a-farming-business-from-the-ground-up-lessons-for-the-next-generationBuilding a farming business from the ground up: Lessons for the next generationTue, 03 Nov 2026 09:04:37 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/news/building-a-farming-business-from-the-ground-up-lessons-for-the-next-generationhttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/events/greatsoils-know-your-soil-know-your-options<h6>Join us for the second webinar in the GREATsoils series, where AHDB's Katie Evans will be joined by Stuart Johnson from&nbsp;<a href="https://understandingag.com/" target="_blank" title="Understanding Ag - Restoring soil, profits, farms and futures">Understanding Ag</a> for a discussion exploring how soil assessment can support better farm management decisions.</h6> <p>Rather than focusing on measurements for the sake of measuring, we'll discuss some key questions and areas to focus on.</p> <h2>We'll discuss:</h2> <ul> <li>What questions you should be asking about your soils</li> <li>How to identify which assessments are worth doing</li> <li>What different soil measurements can tell you</li> <li>How results can influence practical management decisions</li> <li>The value of establishing a baseline and tracking progress over time</li> </ul> <p>Drawing on real-world experience, Stuart will share examples of why soil assessment matters, what information is most useful and how understanding your soils can help build confidence in decision-making.</p> <p><a href="https://ahdb.org.uk/greatsoils" title="GREATsoils ">Find out more about&nbsp;our GREATsoils programme</a></p> <h2>Stuart Johnson</h2> <p>Stuart is a UK-based regenerative farmer, soil health mentor and the winner of the Soil Farmer of the Year 2023 award.</p> <p>He and his family manage over 400 hectares of land with a mixture of approaches; around 218 hectares is under long-term regenerative management, with an additional 113 hectares having regenerative practices introduced on to it and a further 89 hectares being farmed conventionally.</p> <p><a href="https://agricology.co.uk/blog/an-interview-with-stuart-johnson/" target="_blank" title="An interview with Stuart Johnson">Find out more about Stuart in this blog</a></p>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:33:58 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/events/greatsoils-know-your-soil-know-your-optionshttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/knowledge-library/forage-gapsForage gapsMon, 26 Oct 2026 15:49:03 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/knowledge-library/forage-gapshttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/knowledge-library/what-are-resilient-grassland-soilsWhat are resilient grassland soils?Thu, 22 Oct 2026 08:52:38 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/knowledge-library/what-are-resilient-grassland-soilshttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/events/castle-douglas-unlocking-slurry-nutrients-for-healthier-soils<h6>Unpredictable weather, fluctuating fertiliser prices and pressure on forage production mean your soil productivity and the nutrients you&rsquo;re applying matter more than ever. But do you know what's really in your slurry or whether your soils are making the most of it?</h6> <p>Join us at one of our dairy soils events to discover how slurry and soil testing can help you make informed nutrient decisions, reduce reliance on bought-in fertiliser and build healthier, more resilient soils.</p> <h2>We'll explore:</h2> <ul> <li>How slurry testing can provide more specific nutrient information than average RB209 book values</li> <li>Why slurry values vary between farms and what that means for nutrient planning</li> <li>The role of soil condition and soil indices in nutrient use efficiency</li> <li>How sustainable soil management practices and improved nutrient use can maximise forage production</li> <li>How leading farmers are using soil and slurry information to improve decision-making</li> </ul> <p>Our&nbsp;<a href="/nutrient-management-guide-rb209">nutrient management guide (RB209)</a><span>&nbsp;</span>provides average nutrient values for slurry and livestock manures. However, each farm is unique and the best information you can use is what&rsquo;s actually in your slurry.</p> <p>By sampling slurry and understanding your individual soil profile, you can tailor your applications to create the healthiest productive soils.</p> <p>Whether you're already soil and slurry testing or just getting started, this farm event will help you make every nutrient count while optimising your soils, extending your grazing season and maximising forage output.</p> <p><strong>Arrival and refreshments from 10:45am, prompt 11am start.</strong></p> <p><strong>Relocating to local pub for lunch and afternoon session.</strong></p>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:06:39 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/events/castle-douglas-unlocking-slurry-nutrients-for-healthier-soilshttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/events/cheshire-unlocking-slurry-nutrients-for-healthier-soils<h6>Unpredictable weather, fluctuating fertiliser prices and pressure on forage production mean your soil productivity and the nutrients you&rsquo;re applying matter more than ever. But do you know what's really in your slurry, or whether your soils are making the most of it?</h6> <p>Join us at one of our dairy soils events to discover how slurry and soil testing can help you make informed nutrient decisions, reduce reliance on bought-in fertiliser and build healthier, more resilient soils.</p> <h2>We'll explore:</h2> <ul> <li>How slurry testing can provide more specific nutrient information than average RB209 book values</li> <li>Why slurry values vary between farms and what that means for nutrient planning</li> <li>The role of soil condition and soil indices in nutrient use efficiency</li> <li>How sustainable soil management practices and improved nutrient use can maximise forage production</li> <li>How leading farmers are using soil and slurry information to improve decision-making</li> </ul> <p>The<a href="/nutrient-management-guide-rb209"><span>&nbsp;</span>nutrient management guide (RB209)</a><span>&nbsp;</span>provides average nutrient values for slurry and livestock manures. However, each farm is unique, and the best information you can use is what&rsquo;s actually in your slurry.</p> <p>By sampling slurry and understanding your individual soil profile, you can tailor your applications to create the healthiest productive soils.</p> <p>Whether you're already soil and slurry testing or just getting started, this farm event will help you make every nutrient count whilst optimising your soils, extending your grazing season and maximising forage output.</p> <p><strong>Arrival and refreshments from 10:30am. A light lunch will be provided.</strong></p>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:07:35 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/events/cheshire-unlocking-slurry-nutrients-for-healthier-soilshttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/events/cumbria-unlocking-slurry-nutrients-for-healthier-soils<h6>Unpredictable weather, fluctuating fertiliser prices and pressure on forage production means your soil productivity and the nutrients you&rsquo;re applying matter more than ever. But do you know what's really in your slurry, or whether your soils are making the most of it?</h6> <p>Join us at one of our dairy soils events to discover how slurry and soil testing can help you make informed nutrient decisions, reduce reliance on bought-in fertiliser and build healthier, more resilient soils.</p> <h2>We'll explore:</h2> <ul> <li>How slurry testing can provide more specific nutrient information than average RB209 book values</li> <li>Why slurry values vary between farms and what that means for nutrient planning</li> <li>The role of soil condition and soil indices in nutrient use efficiency</li> <li>How sustainable soil management practices and improved nutrient use can maximise forage production</li> <li>How leading farmers are using soil and slurry information to improve decision-making</li> </ul> <p>The&nbsp;<a href="/nutrient-management-guide-rb209">nutrient management guide (RB209)</a> provides average nutrient values for slurry and livestock manures. However, each farm is unique and the best information you can use is what&rsquo;s actually in your slurry.</p> <p>By sampling slurry and understanding your individual soil profile you can tailor your applications to create the healthiest productive soils.</p> <p>Whether you're already soil and slurry testing or just getting started, this farm event will help you make every nutrient count whilst optimising your soils, extending your grazing season and maximising forage output.</p> <p><strong>Arrival and refreshments from 10:30am. A light lunch will be provided.</strong></p>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 09:25:16 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/events/cumbria-unlocking-slurry-nutrients-for-healthier-soilshttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/news/what-are-the-forage-alternatives-for-farmers-this-winterWhat are the forage alternatives for farmers this winter?Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:21:47 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/news/what-are-the-forage-alternatives-for-farmers-this-winterhttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/news/from-drought-recovery-to-winter-planning-making-the-most-of-autumn-grassFrom drought recovery to winter planning: Making the most of autumn grassFri, 18 Sep 2026 10:46:08 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/news/from-drought-recovery-to-winter-planning-making-the-most-of-autumn-grasshttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/knowledge-library/the-impact-of-overgrazing-on-forage-productionThe impact of overgrazing on forage production Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:17:03 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/knowledge-library/the-impact-of-overgrazing-on-forage-productionhttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/events/lessons-from-the-drought-how-to-build-a-more-resilient-grazing-system<h6>During this webinar we'll explore the key lessons learned from this season's drought and provide practical actions you can take to improve grazing system resilience, maintain productivity and prepare for future weather challenges.</h6> <p>You'll gain insights into how soil function, rooting depth, grazing management, plant species diversity and enterprise decisions can strengthen business performance during periods of weather variability.&nbsp;</p> <h2>What the webinar will cover</h2> <ul> <li>Lessons learned from the 2026 grazing season and drought conditions</li> <li>How soil health and soil function influence grass growth and resilience</li> <li>The importance of rooting depth in maintaining forage production during dry periods</li> <li>Grazing management strategies to improve pasture performance and recovery</li> <li>The role of plant species diversity in resilient grazing systems</li> <li>Enterprise management considerations, including:</li> <ul> <li>Stocking rates</li> <li>Mating dates</li> <li>Weaning strategies</li> <li>Livestock sales and purchases</li> </ul> <li>Practical actions to help maximise spring grass availability and prepare for future weather extremes</li> <li>Live audience questions and discussion</li> </ul> <h2>Speakers</h2> <ul> <li>Katie Evans, Senior Engagement Manager, AHDB (chair)</li> <li>James Daniel, <a href="https://www.precisiongrazing.com/" target="_blank" title="Innovative Advice for Regenerative and Profitable Farming">Precision Grazing</a></li> </ul> <h3>James Daniel</h3> <p>James is an independent grazing consultant who works with livestock farmers across the UK to improve grassland management, grazing performance and business resilience.</p> <p>He's&nbsp;dedicated to driving innovation in pasture-based production and&nbsp;works with farmers across the UK, implementing pasture-based systems that deliver measurable results.</p>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:27:22 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/events/lessons-from-the-drought-how-to-build-a-more-resilient-grazing-systemhttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/greatsoils-eventsGREATsoils eventsWed, 16 Sep 2026 13:42:00 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/greatsoils-eventshttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/events/devon-unlocking-slurry-nutrients-for-healthier-soils<h6>Unpredictable weather, fluctuating fertiliser prices and pressure on forage production means your soil productivity and the nutrients you&rsquo;re applying matter more than ever. But do you know what's really in your slurry, or whether your soils are making the most of it?</h6> <p>Join us at one of our dairy soils events to discover how slurry and soil testing can help you make informed nutrient decisions, reduce reliance on bought-in fertiliser and build healthier, more resilient soils.</p> <h2>We'll explore:</h2> <ul> <li>How slurry testing can provide more specific nutrient information than average RB209 book values</li> <li>Why slurry values vary between farms and what that means for nutrient planning</li> <li>The role of soil condition and soil indices in nutrient use efficiency</li> <li>How sustainable soil management practices and improved nutrient use can maximise forage production</li> <li>How leading farmers are using soil and slurry information to improve decision-making</li> </ul> <p>The<a href="/nutrient-management-guide-rb209"> nutrient management guide (RB209)</a> provides average nutrient values for slurry and livestock manures. However, each farm is unique and the best information you can use is what is actually in your slurry.</p> <p>By sampling slurry and understanding your individual soil profile you can tailor your applications to create the healthiest productive soils.</p> <p>Whether you're already soil and slurry testing or just getting started, this farm event will help you make every nutrient count whilst optimising your soils, extending your grazing season and maximising forage output.</p> <p><strong>Arrival and refreshments from 10:30am. A light lunch will be provided.</strong></p> <h2>Speaker bio:</h2> <p><strong>John Morgan, Creedy Associates director<span>&nbsp;</span></strong></p> <p>John has over 30 years&rsquo; experience as an agribusiness advisor, having worked as a senior consultant for Genus Management (Promar) and ADAS before founding Creedy Associates in 2001. He works across the South of England providing face-to-face, and virtual advice to a range of rural-focused businesses. This includes national and regional companies and individual farm businesses. Alongside his&nbsp;commitments with <span>Creedy Associates LTD</span>, John supports wife, Suzi, in the running of their diversified farm, which includes holiday cottages and a renewable energy business encompassing solar and biomass technologies.</p>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:26:47 GMThttps://ahdb.org.uk:443/events/devon-unlocking-slurry-nutrients-for-healthier-soils