Farming Connect have announced that 17 new training courses have been added to their training programme from April. There are now 120 courses available that are subsidised by up to 80% to registered individuals.
One of the new courses now offered is BASIS FACTS Fertiliser Advisors Certification and Training Scheme
which covers best practices in fertiliser use and nutrient management, allowing candidates to advise on sustainable crop production that protects the environment and meets industry standards.
Also there is a one-day course on Dry Stone Walling that will teach people the basics of dry-stone wall maintenance and construction. Other new courses include:
- Embracing change
- Peatland Restoration
- Fencing and Gate Installation - Post and Strained Wire course
- A one-day Health & Safety Awareness of Forestry and Woodland Operations for Landowners
- Drone Use and Techniques in Agriculture
- Digital Marketing Planning & Using Digital Tools
- Understanding and using MTD Making Tax Digital software
- Elite Wool Industry Training UK - beginners and advanced shearing courses
- Level 2 Welfare of Animals in Transport
For more information:
https://businesswales.gov.wales/farmingconnect/business/skills-and-training/training-courses