Located around the site visitors will be able to complete a ‘Knowledge Trail’ while attending ScotGrass 2022. The trail includes four different stations with the first being events partner Volac International, next up is Watson Seeds, SRUC will be particiapting as the third station and The Voluntary Initiative the final one.
Further details on the trail are available below:
Conservation – Practical help on silage making. The events partner, Volac will be on hand to give sensible help and advice on the best way to conserve your crops.
Maximising Grassland Potential – Watson Seeds will be on hand to offer sensible, impartial advice to make the most of your forage. Up to date trial information and guidance on using the latest grasses, legumes and herbs in maximising sward production. As always choosing the right grass and fodder crop varieties to suit your soils, livestock and farming system is crucial.
Investing in the future of your business– SRUC will focus on precision methods practised on farm to ensure state-of-the-art calf management from birth, as well as providing information on soil health.
Integrated Pest Management Planning – for grassland. The Voluntary Initiative has developed a grassland specific version of its Integrated Pest Management Plan, which is available free to all grassland farmers. Representatives from the VI will be on hand all day to discuss how this tool will help farmers take a responsible approach to grassland management.
Visitors are able to gain 4 DairyPro points for completing the Knowledge Trail with cards being handed out at the entrance for completion.