by Dr CL Williams and Dr PC Wootton-Beard Farming Connect Knowledge Exchange Hub, IBERS, Aberystwyth University EssEntial to most smart technology and precision agriculture is the development of the hardware and software capable of...
WhEn we leave the house in the morning and say “see you later” to family, or friends, we presume that we will come back at the end of the day and ask how their...
Alun Elidyr EdWArdS and Glyn davies have been appointed to two new ambassadorial roles to promote health and safety awareness on farms across Wales. The new Ambassadors will promote the work of the Wales...
by Dr CL Williams and Dr PC Wootton-Beard Farming Connect Knowledge Exchange Hub, IBERS, Aberystwyth University thERE is an increasing demand from consumers for more information about their food which in addition to several...
IT’S National Farm Safety Week this month – 15-19 July 2019 – and as we know only too well in farming, accidents can happen. Heavy machinery, unpredictable animals, and dangerous terrain. No wonder agriculture...
A 16-year-old driver of a tractor on the A40 at Brecon has found himself collecting fixed penalty notices for driving a vehicle too large for his age, driving a tractor and towing a trailer...
Health and Safety Execu tive (HSE) ad vice on: Preventing or controlling ill health from animal contact at visitor attractions or open farms All animals naturally carry a range of microorganisms, some of which...
FARMeRS and those working in the agricultural industry need to ensure that farm safety remains on their priority list for the coming year and that they comply with the relevant health and safety regulations,...
by Cate Williams, Farming Connect Knowledge Exchange Hub, IBERS, Aberystwyth University The time just before and after birth is an extremely demanding time for ewes in terms of energy – producing milk and colostrum...
Falls are the second highest cause of death in agriculture – every year at least eight people die falling from a height. Those who survive suffer broken bones and worse. Falls often happen from...
