We, in agriculture, depend on good soil health and good soil health depends on us. Taking the time to assess soils, understand how different components work and implement a soil management plan is fundamental to achieving better land management. This supports profitable farming and helps protect the environment. These online courses from BASIS Classroom cover all aspects of soil management, providing technical and practical advice, all in one place. Focused on UK arable soils, you will be provided with key background information and details to carry out soil assessment techniques, create a soil management plan, learn the details behind soil organic matter, soil structure and soil biology and discuss practical measures and practices to improve soil health in each of these key areas.
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7th July 2026 other dates may become available
Ghyll Head is a provider for Mountain Training and have huge amounts of experience working with groups in the hills. We are very supportive, fun and love working with aspiring leaders through the schemes. We will run this course over 3 days. The pre requisites are to be registered with…
Courses are run on demand and usually last for 3 days (including assessment) Get in touch on 07855571312 or ctlogue@aol.com
Courses include the following: Safe Use of Pesticides (PA1) Boom Mounted Sprayers (PA2) Variable Geometry Boom Sprayers (PA3) Slug Pellets and Granular Applications (PA4) Hand Held Applicators (PA6) including Application in or near Water (PA6AW), Stem Injection, Stump Treatment, Invasive Weeds…
12-month apprenticeship. Tutor available in Cumbria to visit you in your place of work.
This 12-month apprenticeship is for those in a farm stockperson, hatchery assistant, farm owner (with manager), or relief stockperson role. You will gain the necessary skills, knowledge and qualifications needed to comply with poultry industry training requirements. You will gain a Level 2 Diploma…
Our T Level in Animal Care and Management course is based at our Kirkley Hall campus, and you will receive your timetable previous to starting your course.
Embark on an exciting journey with our T Level in Animal Care and Management, designed for those passionate about animal welfare and eager to make a difference in the field. This course is tailored for students aged 16-18, providing a comprehensive blend of theoretical knowledge and practical…
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Cumbria Business Growth Hub - New grant scheme open for rural businesses
