After an unseasonably wet May, we write this hoping that there are warmer and drier times ahead, as our summer programme begins in earnest and in-person field training sessions finally become possible once again. Traditional meadow habitats don’t just encourage plant biodiversity, they are also vital for a wide range of animals, particularly insects and pollinators. With this in mind,… Read more →
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Hay Days Survey
Floodplain Meadows PhD Student Vicky Bowskill, is looking at hay as part of her studies. She is making a plea to anyone who makes hay from species rich fields, or buys it in for livestock use, to fill in the questionnaire here https://openuniversity.onlinesurveys.ac.uk/hay-days Further information about the study is attached and can also be found on our website. Please share… Read more →
MDL Powerup Midi baler now available in Herefordshire for hay making in smaller meadows
Great news that Local contractor James Davies has purchased a Power up midi baler – bale size 61 x 70 cms to add to his contracting services. Previously owned by Herefordshire Meadows member and now available to all. This will be really useful for smaller fields for hay making and as a late season “cut and cart service” perhaps if you… Read more →