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Dear all,
Please see below details of our 4 up-and-coming events. These are free to farmers and other land managers to attend; booking is required as places are limited. Please circulate to anyone you think maybe interested in attending. Click on the links below for further details.
Thanks,
Lyn & Colleen
 
Farmers, Water and Woodland, Thursday 27th February, Ayr
A day looking at practical solutions for reducing diffuse pollution, planting trees to protect water courses and highlighting successful practical projects. The day will also include a visit to Torr Farm. For further information please contact Lyn on 0131 666 0847 or [email protected] With support from SRDP’s Skills Development Scheme & QMS
 
Effective Field Drainage: Reducing Flood Risk & Improving Soil Performance Friday, 28th February 10-2, Palacerigg, Cumbernauld
A practical half-day event looking at the impacts of poor farm drainage, the benefits of improving it (like 30% more grass growth & reduced parasite risk), and soil management to reduce waterlogging and flooding. For further information please contact Colleen on 0131 666 2474 or  [email protected]  With support from SRDP’s Skills Development Scheme, Duchy Originals, Forestry Commission Scotland and Zero Waste Scotland.
 
Soil, Muck & Money: Nutrient Management Event, Tuesday 4th March, Upper Largo, Fife
A practical day looking at soil management and how to make best use of FYM, slurry and compost. The day will also include a visit to Durie Farm. For further information please contact Lyn on 0131 666 0847 or [email protected] With support from SRDP’s Skills Development Scheme & QMS
 
Field Lab: Anaerobic Digestion – Meeting 2, Thursday 3rd April, Cream o’Galloway, Gatehouse of Fleet
We will look at applying digestate to silage fields and compare the differences in cost, practicality and environmental impact between a conventional surface broadcaster and modern bandspreader. You do not have to have attended the first meeting to come to the second one. Call Colleen on 0131 666 2474  or email [email protected]. With support from SRDP’s Skills Development Scheme, Duchy Originals, Forestry Commission Scotland and Zero Waste Scotland.
 
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