by Jonathan Holmes | Nov 3, 2023 | Soil
UK agriculture has continuously been striving for higher yields and increased profitability for many decades. But time has shown that a profitable solution does not come in a bottle or a bag. Contrary to received wisdom, growing profitable crops is not solely related...
by Jonathan Holmes | Sep 19, 2023 | Grassland Management, Soil
The £382 per hectare stewardship payment for herbal leys has beckoned many farmers with the promise of financial gain. However, this financial incentive can sometimes obscure important considerations. In this article, we explore the complexities of herbal leys in...
by Jonathan Holmes | Aug 20, 2023 | Grassland Management, Soil
‘Should Robert Rodale’s core principles for regenerative agriculture be the founding principles for the current soil health evolution?’ Jonathan Holmes visited the Rodale Institute in Pennsylvania in the US in July 2023 to learn more. For the farmers and...
by Jonathan Holmes | May 23, 2023 | Equine management
Lordington Park Agronomy is helping Lavant Equestrian improve its soil structure and create better quality grasses for its horses. Lavant Equestrian is a premier horse-riding centre offering horse riding lessons for children and adults. Set in the beautiful rural...
by Jonathan Holmes | May 10, 2023 | Equine management
I had the recent opportunity to revisit Galloway Stud at Woburn, and I must say, it was an extraordinary experience. The stud is well-known for producing top-quality foals for the bloodstock industry, and the quality of the foals I saw were outstanding. One of the...
