Sat, 26 Mar
|Ballymena, Castlewellan & Cookstown
Soil Analysis Workshop
A free in-person workshop covering soil sampling methods, interpretation and potential benefits - organised by Ulster Wildlife and Young Farmers Clubs of Ulster and delivered by Fieldfare Ecology. To book your place contact Kevin Harper Kevin.Harper@yfcu.org 07517 999943. REGISTRATION NOT CLOSED.

Time & Location
26 Mar 2022, 10:00 – 13:00
Ballymena, Castlewellan & Cookstown
About the event
The workshop will cover:
• Soil sampling methods and practical on farm soil sampling exercise.
• How to understand, interpret and make use of soil sampling results.
• Potential benefits of soiling sampling including cost savings, carbon sequestration and reduced environmental impact.
• Hear from fellow farmers about their experience of soil sampling.
Participants will receive handouts, soil sampling results and certificate of attendance.
Places are limited to 15 per location, first come first serve.
To book your place contact Kevin Harper (Training officer at YFCU headquarters)
Kevin.Harper@Yfcu.org 07517 999943
Facilitated by Fieldfare Ecology. Free of charge thanks to funding from DAERA. Organised by Ulster Wildlife and YFCU as part of the Grassroots Challenge.
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