Presented by Seymour Agricultural and Pastoral Society the Farm Lectures provide practical information on general farming and agriculture.

Event Timeslots (18)

Friday
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Cattle Basics; The basics of running a cattle herd be it large or small. Fencing, Feeding, Handling, Tagging, Marking, Health and plenty in-between, Audience driven, ask questions and see where it leads

Friday
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Drones in Agriculture - A Practical Perspective; Experienced operators will talk about the practical applications of drones in agriculture. Properties large and small; aerial spraying, water inspection, stock management, pest control and more.

Friday
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Setting Up Your Farm; Setting up your farm to manage your animals for production, health and welfare

Friday
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Small Farm Weed Management; Weeds pose a risk, not only to production but often also to the health of your animals. We will help you identify your problem weeds and discuss management and eradication options.

Friday
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Babydoll Sheep; The Babydoll is a smaller (not minature), dual-purpose meat and wool sheep. These easy going sheep are well suited to use on small farms as well as in vineyards and orchards and make great lawnmowers in any rural setting.

Friday
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Buying your Animals; Buying and managing your animals for production, health and welfare.

Saturday
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Cattle Basics; The basics of running a cattle herd be it large or small. Fencing, Feeding, Handling, Tagging, Marking, Health and plenty in-between, Audience driven, ask questions and see where it leads

Saturday
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Pastures for Profit; An experienced agronomist will take you through how to improve the production of your pastures and manage them to be sustainable all year round.

Saturday
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Poll Highland Cattle - The Alternative; The Poll Highland is the Scottish Highland without the horns. You now have a choice. The Poll Highland Cattle Society Inc. began in 2015 and the word is getting out on the advantages of NO horns. Find out how to breed the horns out but still have all the Highland traits. Julia will be happy to chat with you.

Saturday
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Preserving the Fruits of your Farm Garden; How do you make the most of your farm garden? Jams, curds, chutneys, sauces, relishes, even simply freezing. The basics of what you should and shouldn't do.

Saturday
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Drones in Agriculture - A Practical Perspective; Experienced operators will talk about the practical applications of drones in agriculture. Properties large and small; aerial spraying, water inspection, stock management, pest control and more.

Saturday
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Babydoll Sheep; The Babydoll is a smaller (not minature), dual-purpose meat and wool sheep. These easy going sheep are well suited to use on small farms as well as in vineyards and orchards and make great lawnmowers in any rural setting.

Sunday
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Cattle Basics; The basics of running a cattle herd be it large or small. Fencing, Feeding, Handling, Tagging, Marking, Health and plenty in-between, Audience driven, ask questions and see where it leads

Sunday
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An introduction to Boer Goats; Experienced producers will take you through the breed including their basic care, nutrition and husbandry requirements. What makes a good boer goat and how best to look after it.

Sunday
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Pasture Management; An experienced agronomist will take you through how to improve the production of your pastures and manage them to be sustainable all year round.

Sunday
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Poll Highland Cattle - The Alternative; The Poll Highland is the Scottish Highland without the horns. You now have a choice. The Poll Highland Cattle Society Inc. began in 2015 and the word is getting out on the advantages of NO horns. Find out how to breed the horns out but still have all the Highland traits. Julia will be happy to chat with you.

Sunday
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Further Information for Boer Goat Producers; Marketing tips and production hints for herds of all sizes; how to be profitable in your goat enterprise. What markets are available and how best to take advantage of these in your breeding programme.

Sunday
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Babydoll Sheep; The Babydoll is a smaller (not minature), dual-purpose meat and wool sheep. These easy going sheep are well suited to use on small farms as well as in vineyards and orchards and make great lawnmowers in any rural setting.