Upcoming events
Big Butterfly Count
20 July - 12 August
A nationwide survey of butterflies to help assess populations - simply count butterflies on the farm for 15 minutes during bright (preferably sunny) weather during the big butterfly count and submit your results.
If you want to, you can even submit separate records for different dates at the same place, and for different locations.
Results can be submitted online at www.bigbutterflycount.org or by using the big butterfly count smartphone app.
More information is available on the Big Butterfly Count website
Buzzing About Grassland - Profiting from native pasture
Soil Association Scotland event
27 July
10:30 – 15:00
Grant Arms, Grantown on Spey
A discussion and interactive session on farm looking at the restoration and management of species-rich grassland and making the most of native pastures. We will examine how they can be productive and valuable for fattening stock using mob grazing techniques.
Book online here.
Call Sarah on 07800 841 822 or email for more information.
The Importance of Pollinators
Old Chalk New Downs event
25 July
10:00 - 15:00
Trosley Country Park, Vigo Village, Gravesend
Project partner Buglife presents a fascinating insight into the world of pollinating insects. Aimed at landowners and managers, this course will help you help these endangered yet essential creatures.
Booking essential. Please contact Hilary.Hunter@kent.gov.uk
Buzzing About Grassland - Profiting from native pasture
Soil Association Scotland event
26 July
10:30 - 15:00
Inverkip Community Hub, Kip Park Main Street, Greenock
A discussion and interactive session on farm looking at the restoration and management of species-rich grassland and making the most of native pastures. We will examine how they can be productive and valuable for fattening stock using mob grazing techniques.