Event Date : October 17, 2013
A practical day looking at the benefits of agroforestry: how to manage existing woodland for livestock; planting for optimum arable production; funding sources and an introduction to the Woodland Trust. Speakers include Stephen Briggs, Abacus Organics; Mike Strachan, Forestry Commission Scotland and Russell Jobson, Woodland Trust. The day will also include a visit to Falkland Estate. The event is free to farmers and other land managers & £60.00 plus VAT to others. Places are limited and booking is essential so lunch and resource packs can be provided. For further information please call Lyn Matheson on 0131 666 0847 or email lmatheson@soilassociation.org
With support from SRDP’s Skills Development Scheme & QMS